This course will feature a bolt design example utilizing AWC’s 2015 National Design Specification® (NDS®) for Wood Construction. Topics will include connection design philosophy and behavior, an overview of 2015 NDS provisions related to bolt design including Appendix E for local stresses in fastener groups, and a detailed design example.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, participants will:
1. Understand application of the six yield limit equations for dowel-type connection design
2. Know when to utilize applicable adjustment factors for common bolted connections
3. Apply spacing, end, and edge distance requirements for wood-to-wood bolted connections
4. Be able to determine local stresses in fastener groups
The American Wood Council offers approved courses registered with the National Council of Structural Engineers Associations Diamond Review Program, the International Code Council Education Preferred Provider Program, and the American Institute of Architects.
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Equivalencies: 2.0 Hours of Instruction = 0.2 Continuing Education Units (CEU) = 2 Professional Development Hours (PDH)=2 Learning Units (LU)
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