Mastering Seismic Design: Answers to the Top 20 Frequently Asked Questions

In this highly informative session, we have curated a comprehensive compilation of frequently asked seismic questions. Our primary focus will be on shedding light on the often-misunderstood or incorrectly applied ASCE 7 seismic provisions, specifically tailored for practicing structural engineers. Prepare to delve into key topics including the importance of redundancy, deciphering the complexities of R, Cd, and Ωo, tackling irregularities, understanding the orthogonal effect, demystifying site-specific response spectrum, and a myriad of other captivating subjects. Join us as we unravel the intricacies of seismic design, equipping you with the knowledge to confidently navigate these seismic challenges.

• Course will award 1.5 hour of continuing education
• This course is Diamond Review approved in 49 States. NY does not accept hours from recordings.

Speakers:

Emily Guglielmo, S.E., earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from UCLA, and her Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering from UC Berkeley. She has two decades of structural engineering experience, all with Martin/Martin, Inc. She began her career in their Denver, CO area office, and is currently a Principal with the firm, managing their San Francisco Bay Area office. She has lectured on seismic provisions across the nation. Emily is the Chair for the ASCE 7-28 seismic committee. A licensed SE, Emily has received a number of awards, including SEI Fellow and the Susan M. Frey NCSEA Educator Award, for effective instruction for practicing structural engineers.

Seth Thomas, P.E., has over ten years of experience in a variety of projects including new construction, seismic retrofits and evaluations, and tsunami related research and projects. Seth is Vice Chair of ASCE 7-28 Seismic Subcommittee. An expert in performance-based and tsunami design, Seth is highly involved in code development and is a voting member on several ASCE 7 committees. Seth has worked on multiple projects which targeted above code seismic design, and his work in developing the first ever US Tsunami Code (chapter 6 of ASCE 7) was critical in the design for the Ocosta Replacement Elementary School and the Oregon State University Hatfield Marine Studies Initiative Building, the first two vertical evacuation structures in the U.S.

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