BCN 1930 - Hurricane Resistant Design For Residential Construction

Institution:

St. Petersburg College

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Description:

1 credits This course is an overview of the design and construction of hurricane-resistant structures for contractors and builders. Topics covered will include the impact of recent hurricanes on the construction industry, basic engineering principles (wind loads, shear walls, diaphragms, uplift, overturning, etc.), structural failure, waterproof construction (roofing, storm surge, doors and windows, etc.) and insurance topics. Emphasis will be on new code requirements and construction techniques for residential construction. 16 contact hours.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.spcollege.edu

Phone Number:

(727) 341-4772

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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