Course catalog

This is an introductory course designed to help architects better understand the basic structural nature of buildings under lateral forces which can in effect help create more efficient plan layouts, potentially reduce costs, and increase the lateral performance of the building. A 2-story example...

Code-compliant and constructible detailing is an essential consideration in light-frame wood construction, and developing wall assemblies that meet structural and architectural demands requires an understanding of code requirements that are often cross-disciplinary. This presentation will focus ...

How can general contractors meet the growing demand for mass timber buildings? While developers across the country are pursuing mass timber projects, knowledge among the general contractor community is not yet widespread. Companies have varying degrees of familiarity with both the products and ...

This presentation will answer many questions about forests and forest products, such as:  Where do our trees and forests grow?  How have forests changed over time? What is the relationship between people and forests – now and in the past? How are forests managed – and are they being managed ...

On large, mid-rise wood-frame buildings, exterior walls are tasked with meeting a multitude of code and constructability requirements, not the least of which are fire-resistance continuity and detailing. Part 1 of a two-part workshop, this online session will provide practical information for ...

The architectural and environmental success of The Bullitt Center in Seattle has made heavy timber office buildings a topic of great interest within the design community. Now, with ground broken on a new 7-story example in Minneapolis, cost-effectiveness can be added to the potential benefits ...

Light-frame multi-family construction continues to be extremely popular as demand for efficient residential structures increases in urban and suburban areas. Maximizing height and area while increasing exterior wall openings is becoming the norm to help achieve the most cost-effective and ...

As with any building, durability and resilience are critical to the success of mid-rise wood-frame structures. Buildings of all materials, sizes and scales are subject to moisture effects, both during construction and long term, and each requires its own considerations. In this webinar, experts ...

Balcony design in mixed-use and multi-family projects can be a challenge. Cantilevered balconies may be the most vulnerable element of the building in that they are exposed to weather and have limited structural redundancy. Not only do they require careful design and detailing to ensure safety ...