Introduction to Wood: Structural Lateral Framing Design

This presentation will provide an introductory review of structural wood design for lateral (wind and seismic) loads, including traditional diaphragms and shear walls as well as alternate systems. Referenced codes and standards, design properties, design examples and detailing best practices will be covered.

By the end of the course, you will be able to do the following:

• Review wood’s role and allowable uses as a structural lateral framing material under current building codes. 
• Discuss design considerations specific to wood diaphragms and associated chords and collectors that resist lateral forces in non-residential and multi-family buildings. 
• Identify code-compliant design processes for light wood frame shear walls and associated drag struts, hold downs and load transfer members. 
• Explore the variety of options for wood as a lateral force-resisting system and discuss how to efficiently utilize and design each. 

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