The 2005 National Building Code of Canada (NBCC 2005) introduces very substantial technical changes and to reconcile the new NBCC requirements, CSA issued S16S1-05, Supplement #1 to CAN/CSA-S16-01 (CSA S16). All of these changes necessitate a fresh look at the underlying framing decisions to be taken by designers.
Not only do the changes affect the load assessment and design of the building structure, but designers should not rely solely on past experience in the search for the most economical solution. In response, CISC is offering two, one-day courses intended to provide understanding on design theory and the rationale behind code provisions as well as the application of specific Code formulae and requirements.
STEEL FRAMED COMMERCIAL BUILDING DESIGN
This course will be offered in major centres across Canada and will focus on practical and economical solutions for framing a six-storey building. Practical steel framing concepts and integration with architectural and mechanical features will be discussed. The course notes will include design solutions for the wind resisting system as well as typical members and components of the gravity frame.
STEEL FRAMED COMMERCIAL BUILDING DESIGN (with SEISMIC)
This course is offered in some locations of low seimsic activity. Although topics essential for conventional construction in low seismic regions will be presented, a more com-prehensive treatment of seismic design is covered in a separate CISC one day course - Seismic Design of Steel Framed Buildings - due to the massive changes introduced to seismic design provisions in NBCC 2005 and the highly regional nature of seismic hazards.
Included Publications
Course Leaders
Alfred F. Wong, M.Eng., P.Eng., MCSCE
David H. MacKinnon, M.A.Sc., P.Eng.