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Introduction

The American Wood Council is the industry leader in development of standards for wood design, and provides online, as well as, live contact training to support their implementation.  Experienced qualified AWC staff can serve your training needs nation-wide. Seminar attendees receive special discounts on publication purchases, a comprehensive seminar materials package, and a CEU certificate upon seminar completion, if offered.

The syllabus below lists some of the most popular half-day, one-day, and two-day offerings, any of which can be custom-tuned to your audience. Each of the listed offerings builds a collection of AWC's online eCourses into a cohesive package, delivered live. In some courses, AWC standards or publications are required for the seminar which are offered for purchase at 25% off the cover price.

Full day live courses can be provided to audiences over 50 persons on request, and typically we see attendance levels much higher than this. For audiences less than 50, or seminars less than 1/2 day, other considerations apply; or the online eCourses might be a viable option to bring quality updating education to small audiences at a distance 24/7 in the comfort of their own surroundings. The two-day live courses often offer the best value for the seminar host and attendees.

AWC's seminars are ideally suited as continuing education for building regulators (building and fire officials) and design professionals (architects, engineers, building designers). Building professionals and students also benefit. To arrange a seminar for your state or local chapter, e-mail your request to publications@awc.org stating which course outline below you are interested in, the size of your group, and approximate date. For coming seminar events, or to see how other organizations work with us, click here. The American Wood Council is an accredited provider of Continuing Education Credits by AIBD, and IACET, and is also a registered provider with AIA/CES.

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Half-Day Courses

AWC204 Introduction to the Wood Frame Construction Manual Workshop - 4hr
4.0 hrs 0.4 CEU's

The WFCM is a referenced standard in the International Building Code and theInternational Residential Code, providing an alternative for structural design of residential structures in areas of high wind, snow, or seismic loads. However, the WFCMhas applicability in any geographic region of the US since the 2001 edition encompasses "normal" loads as well as high loads. Learn about the unique provisions of this code in that they are engineered, yet prescriptive, containing extensive tables and diagrams for use by builders and code officials as well as experienced designers. The workshop works through some hands-on design examples which use the manual.

  1. Introduction to the Wood Frame Construction Manual - (1.5 hr, MAT 109)
  2. Design of Wood Frame Buildings for High Wind, Snow, and SeismicLoadings using WFCM 2001 - ( 2.5 hr, STD 303)

AWC303 Wood Frame Construction in the IBC: Comparisons to the UBC
3.0 hrs 0.3 CEU's

Learn about International Building Code (IBC) topics as allowable area and height for wood frame structures, unlimited area buildings, the use of wood in noncombustible construction types, the use of fire retardant treated wood, the various methods for establishing fire resistance ratings of assemblies and heavy timber members, and flame spread classifications for wood products. The learner will compare significant differences between the IBC and the 1997 Uniform Building Code, especially for allowable heights and areas. The learner will be able to apply code provisions relevant to the listed topics.

  1. Building Codes and Wood Design - (1.5 hr, BCD 101)
  2. The International Residential Code: a comparison with the One - and Two-Family Dwelling Code - (1.5 hr, BCD 103)

AWC403 Wood Frame Construction and the International Residential Code- 3hr
3.0 hrs 0.3 CEU's

This seminar is based on the 2000 IBC, and significant provisions of the 2003 edition of the IBC. Learn about details on the application of code requirements for allowable area and height, wood in noncombustible construction types, and establishing fire resistance ratings. Gain an introduction to the IBC-referenced design standard for wood construction: the 2001 NDS, and an overview of the contents of IBC Chapter 23 Wood. The learner will gain familiarity with the IBC, and IBC Chapter 23, and be ready to apply provisions in design as a result of this seminar.

  1. The International Residential Code: a comparison with the One - and Two-Family Dwelling Code - (1.5 hr, BCD 103)
  2. Wood Structural Design in the International Building Code 2000 - ( 1.5 hr, BCD 104)
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One-Day Courses

AWC106 Wood Design Seminar - 6 hr
6.0 hrs 0.6 CEU's

Learn about new developments including new provisions for the 2005 NDS® for Wood Construction, and the 2001 Wood Frame Construction Manual and how to apply them. Additional topics including building code and fire issues, software, engineered wood products, connections, and other subjects can be included to round out a full 6-hour day of training.

  1. ASD and LRFD with the National Design Specification® (NDS®) for Wood Construction (NDS 2005) - (2.5 hr, STD 104)
  2. Engineered Wood Products - (1.0 hr, MAT 210)
  3. 2001 Wood Frame Construction Manual - (1.5 hr, STD 302)
  4. Connection Design - (1.0 hr, DES 110)

AWC107 Wood Design Seminar - 7 hr
7.0 hrs 0.7 CEU's

Learn about new developments including new provisions for the 2005 NDS® for Wood Construction, and the 2001 Wood Frame Construction Manual and how to apply them. Additional topics including building code and fire issues, software, engineered wood products, connections, and other subjects can be included to round out a full 7-hour day of training.

  1. ASD and LRFD with the National Design Specification® (NDS®) for Wood Construction (NDS 2005) - ( 2.5 hr, STD 104)
  2. Engineered Wood Products - (1.0 hr, MAT 210)
  3. 2001 Wood Frame Construction Manual - (2.5 hr, STD 302)
  4. Connection Design - (1.0 hr, DES 110)

AWC207 Design of Wood Frame Buildings Workshop- 7 hr
7.0 hrs 0.7 CEU's

Learn the high wind, snow, and seismic provisions within the 2001 Wood Frame Construction Manual. Learn about: WFCM layout and provisions, understand wood building behavior under gravity and lateral load. Apply your knowledge hands-on through the detailed structural design of a 2-story house subjected to gravity (dead, live, and snow) and lateral (wind and seismic) loads, including the design of all components, diaphragms, shearwalls, and connections, as presented in the WFCM Workbook. The required WFCM Workbook is comprehensive with very useful blank worksheets, checklists, and related journal papers.

Required Texts: 2001 WFCM + Commentary; WFCM Workbook

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  1. 2001 Wood Frame Construction Manual - (2.0 hr, STD 302)
  2. Design of Wood Frame Buildings for High Wind, Snow, and SeismicLoadings using 2001 WFCM - (5.0 hr, STD 303)

AWC208 Design of Wood Frame Buildings Workshop- 8 hr
8.0 hrs 0.8 CEU's

Learn about new developments including new provisions for the 2005 NDS® for Wood Construction, and the high wind, snow, and seismic provisions within the 2001 Wood Frame Construction Manual. Learn about: WFCM layout and provisions, understand wood building behavior under gravity and lateral load. Apply your knowledge hands-on through the detailed structural design of a 2-story house subjected to gravity (dead, live, and snow) and lateral (wind and seismic) loads, including the design of all components, diaphragms, shearwalls, and connections, as presented in the WFCM Workbook. The required WFCM Workbook is comprehensive with very useful blank worksheets, checklists, and related journal papers.

Required Texts: 2001 WFCM + Commentary; WFCM Workbook

  1. ASD and LRFD with the National Design Specification® (NDS®) for Wood Construction (NDS 2005) - (2.0 hr, STD 104)
  2. 2001 Wood Frame Construction Manual - (2.0 hr, STD 302)
  3. Design of Wood Frame Buildings for High Wind, Snow, and Seismic Loadings using 2001 WFCM - (4.0 hr, STD 303)

AWC307 Advanced Design of Wood Frame Buildings Workshop- 7 hr
7.0 hrs 0.7 CEU's

AWC's 2001 Wood Frame Construction Manual for One- and Two-Family Dwellings is a referenced standard in the International Building Code and the International Residential Code, providing an alternative for structural design of residential structures in areas of high wind, snow, or seismic loads. In this advanced course, quick-review some of the main features of the 2001 WFCM, then apply your knowledge hands-on through the detailed structural design of a 2-story house subjected to gravity (dead, live, and snow) and lateral (wind and seismic) loads, including the design of all components, diaphragms, shearwalls, and connections, as presented in the WFCM Workbook. The required WFCM Workbook is comprehensive with very useful blank worksheets, checklists, and related journal papers. In addition, if you wanted to know what diaphragms, shear walls, drag struts and collectors are, and how to design them, this is the seminar for you. Learn about their behavior under load and how to design each of these building elements to resist lateral loads using AWC's Special Design Provisions for Wind and Seismic Standard. This is the logical next step beyond using the 2001 WFCM for lateral resistance design of wood buildings.

Required Texts: 2001 WFCM + Commentary; WFCM Workbook

  1. Shear Walls and Diaphragms with the 2008 SDPWS - (1.5 hr, STD 401)
  2. 2001 Wood Frame Construction Manual - (1.5 hr, STD 302)
  3. Design of Wood Frame Buildings for High Wind, Snow, and Seismic Loadings using 2001 WFCM - (4.0 hr, STD 303)
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AWC406 Wood Frame Construction and the International Codes
6 hrs 0.6 CEU's

Learn about new developments for designing wood buildings under the provisions of the International Building Codes. This seminar is can be adapted for a half-day format, and is easily combined wih other topics to cover additional useful information and code reference material, such as the NDS. Here is a popular collection of topics offered in this seminar collection. Selected topics can be varied.

  1. Building Codes and Wood Design - (1.0 hr, BCD 101)
  2. Building Codes Update - (1.0 hr, BCD 102)
  3. The International Residential Code: a comparison with the One- and Two-Family Dwelling Code - (1.5 hr, BCD 103)
  4. Wood Structural Design in the International Building Code 2000 - (1.5 hr, BCD 104)
  5. Designing with the National Design Specification® (NDS®) for Wood Construction (2001 NDS) - (1.0 hr, STD 103)

AWC607 Wood in Construction- 7hr
7 hrs 0.7 CEU's

This seminar is a general overview of wood frame provisions in the International Residential Code (IRC) and the International Building Code (IBC), and includes recommendations for inspection of wood I-joists and trusses. Learn about conventional construction: characteristics of wood and the effects of moisture; grading and grade marks; protection against decay and termites; IRC requirements for fireblocking, floor, wall, and roof framing, span tables, wall bracing; and general recommendations for the inspection of wood I-joists and metal plate connected trusses. In addition, general requirements of the IBC will be covered for: allowable height and area, wood in noncombustible buildings, fire resistance ratings, flamespread, and fundamental structural considerations. Get introduced to the concept of design values and adjustment factors in the NDS and the requirements of IBC Chapter 23, including lateral force resisting systems. The learner will be able to apply this knowledge on the conclusion of this seminar.

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The Basics of Wood Frame Construction - (7.0 hr, MAT 100)

Which Includes all of:

  1. What is Conventional Construction? - (MAT 101)
  2. Characteristics of Wood - (MAT 102)
  3. Grade Marks - (MAT 103)
  4. Protection Against Termites and Decay - (MAT 104)
  5. Conventional Floor Framing - (MAT 105)
  6. Conventional Wall Framing - (MAT 106)
  7. Lateral Load Bracing - (MAT 107)
  8. Roof / Ceiling Framing - (MAT 108)
  9. Introduction to the Wood Frame Construction Manual - (MAT 109)
  10. Fireblocking and Draftstopping - (MAT 109)

AWC711 High Wind Wood Frame Design & Construction 110 MPH - 7 hr
7.0 hrs 0.7 CEU's

A program for the contractor and building regulator, this program begins with understanding the role of the building inspector, hurricane-resistive construction, behavoral response to wind forces acting on buildings, and construction methods used to resist wind. An overview of wood design and construction standards featuring ICC'sSSTD10 and AWC's 2001 WFCM and High Wind Guides, with detailed emphasis on the latter in terms of its use. Using the standards, a detailed analysis of typical 1-1/2 story house plan is exemplified for a 110 MPH wind loading. Particpants also develop an understanding of the differences in the code requirements for exterior decks. Using AWC's DCA6 Prescriptive Residential Deck Construction Guide, this course includes an overview of code requirements for wood-based exteriordecks used in housing construction and a detailed design example of an elevatedexterior deck.

Required Texts: 110 MPH High Wind Guide

  1. High Wind Resistive Design and Construction - 110 MPH - (6.0 hr, STD 511)
  2. Structural Components of Residential Decks - (1.0 hr, MAT 111)

AWC712 High Wind Wood Frame Design & Construction 120 MPH - 7 hr
7.0 hrs 0.7 CEU's

A program for the contractor and building regulator, this program begins with understanding the role of the building inspector, hurricane-resistive construction, behavoral response to wind forces acting on buildings, and construction methods used to resist wind. An overview of wood design and construction standards featuring ICC'sSSTD10 and AWC's 2001 WFCM and High Wind Guides, with detailed emphasis on the latter in terms of its use. Using the standards, a detailed analysis of typical southeastern US / Gulf-area house plan with garage is exemplified for a 120 MPH wind loading. Particpants also develop an understanding of the differences in the code requirements for exterior decks. Using AWC's DCA6 Prescriptive Residential Deck Construction Guide, this course includes an overview of code requirements for wood-based exterior decks used in housing construction and a detailed design example of an elevated exterior deck.

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Required Texts: 120 MPH High Wind Guide

  1. High Wind Resistive Design and Construction - 120 MPH - (6.0 hr, STD 512)
  2. Structural Components of Residential Decks - (1.0 hr, MAT 111)

Two-Day Courses

AWC214 Two-Day Wood Design Workshop - 14hr
14.0 hrs 1.4 CEU's

On the first day, learn about new developments including new provisions for the 2005 NDS® for Wood Construction, and additional topics including building code and fire issues, software, engineered wood products, connections, lateral bracing, and other subjects. On the second day, learn about the high wind, snow, and seismic provisions within the 2001 Wood Frame Construction Manual: WFCM layout and provisions, and understand wood building behavior under gravity and lateral load. Then, apply your knowledge hands-on through the detailed structural design using the WFCM of a 2-story house subjected to gravity (dead, live, and snow) and lateral (wind and seismic) loads, including the design of all components, diaphragms, shearwalls, and connections, as presented in the WFCM Workbook. The required WFCM Workbook is comprehensive with very useful blank worksheets, checklists, and related journal papers..

Required Texts (Day 2): 2001 WFCM + Commentary; WFCM Workbook

Day 1

  1. ASD and LRFD with the National Design Specification® (NDS®) for Wood Construction (NDS 2005) - (2.5 hr, STD 104)
  2. Engineered Wood Products - (1.0 hr, MAT 210)
  3. Connection Design - (1.5 hr, DES 110)
  4. Lateral Load Resisting Systems for Wood Structures - (2.0 hr, DES 130)

Day 2

  1. 2001 Wood Frame Construction Manual - (2.5 hr, STD 302)
  2. Design of Wood Frame Buildings for High Wind, Snow, and Seismic Loadings using 2001 WFCM - (4.5 hr, STD 303)

AWC215 Two-Day Wood Design Workshop - 15hr
15.0 hrs 1.5 CEU's

This two-day course combines the Wood Design Seminar and the WFCM Workshop for a complete wood design updating experience. This course is suited for those who need a complete background and updating to the world of wood design including a hands-on design experience. The first day provides background material, while the second day features the high wind, snow, and seismic provisions within the 2001 Wood Frame Construction Manual. The Manual layout and provisions are presented, along with a discussion of wood building behavior under gravity and lateral load. The course steps through the detailed structural design in hands-on fashion of a 2-story house subjected to gravity (dead, live, and snow) and lateral (wind and seismic) loads, including the design of all components, diaphragms, shearwalls, and connections, as presented in the WFCM Workbook. The required WFCM Workbook is comprehensive with very useful blank worksheets, checklists, and related journal papers. This course is not currently online. Selected topics can be varied.

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Required Texts (Day 2): 2001 WFCM + Commentary; WFCM Workbook

Day 1

  1. Wood Structural Design in the International Building Code 2000 - (1.0 hr, BCD 104)
  2. Building Codes and Wood Design - (1.5 hr, BCD 101)
  3. ASD and LRFD with the National Design Specification® (NDS®) for Wood Construction (NDS 2005) - (2.5 hr, STD 104)
  4. Engineered Wood Products - (1.0 hr, MAT 210)
  5. Connection Design - (1.5 hr, DES 110)

Day 2

  1. Lateral Load Resisting Systems for Wood Structures - (1.5 hr, DES 130)
  2. 2001 Wood Frame Construction Manual - (2.0 hr, STD 302)
  3. Design of Wood Frame Buildings for High Wind, Snow, and Seismic Loadings using 2001 WFCM - (4.0 hr, STD 303)
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