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These courses simplify the complex calculations and principles behind home design, focusing on practicality and constructability, perfect for builders and new engineers.
Foundation Design for Homes: A Step-by-Step Guide for the Everyday Builder
Foundation design is a crucial element when building a house. Understanding the engineering concepts behind it can be a challenging task.
Step-by-Step Design Walkthrough of:
- Crawlspace Foundation
- Basement Foundation
- Slab-on-grade Foundation (patio home)
- Exterior retaining wall
Course Highlights:
- Soil Considerations
- Footing Design
- Stem Wall Design
- Basement Wall Design
- Retaining Wall Design
- Pier Design
- Pier Location Guidance
- Shim Discussion
- Rebar Selection
- Slab Design
- Foundation Drain Design
- And more!
Floor Framing Design for Homes: Crafting the Base of Your Living Space
Floor framing design acts as the backbone for every home, providing stability and defining the quality of the living space above.
Step-by-Step Design Walkthrough of:
- Wood Floor Framing above Crawlspace
- Wood Floor Framing above Basement
- Multi-Story Considerations
Course Highlights:
- Crawlspace Pier Locations
- Girder & Beam Design
- Floor Joist Design
- I-Joist Design
- Floor Truss Selection
- Floor Sheathing Selection
- Structural Efficiency Discussions
- And more!
Wall Framing Design for Homes: Going Vertical with Strength and Precision
Walls aren't just barriers; they are the vertical framework that defines spaces, holds the weight of roofs, and protects against elements.
Step-by-Step Design Walkthrough of:
- Exterior Wood Wall Framing
- Interior Wood Wall Framing
- Window & Door Opening Framing
- Multi-Story Considerations
Course Highlights:
- Wall Stud Design
- Out-of-Plane Loads on Walls
- Column Design
- Header Design
- Jack Stud Design
- Kind Stud Design
- And more!
Roof Framing Design for Homes: Constructing the Summit with Skill
The roof is not merely a covering, it's the primary shelter that withstands the forces of nature. It works hard to keep us safe and dry.
Step-by-Step Design Walkthrough of:
- Stick-Framed Roofs
- Truss Roofs
- "Bonus Room" Considerations
- Flat & Vaulted Ceiling Considerations
Course Highlights:
- Rafter Design
- Ceiling Joist Design
- Ridge Beam Design
- Collar Tie & Rafter Tie Design
- Roof Truss Considerations
- Roof Sheathing Selection
- Ceiling Beam Design
- Uplift Connector Selection
- And more!
Lateral Design for Homes: Battling Breezes & Thwarting Tremors
Lateral design isn't just for big commercial buildings; it is critical for all structures to remain stable against the natural wind and earthquake forces that try to sway them.
Step-by-Step Design Walkthrough of:
- Wind Load Design & Detailing
- Seismic (earthquake) Design & Detailing
- Multi-Story Considerations
Course Highlights:
- Lateral Load Determination
- Lateral Load Path Discussions
- Roof Diaphragm Design
- Floor Diaphragm Design
- Chord, Collector, & Drag Strut Design
- Shear Wall Design
- Anchorage Design
- And more!
Deck Design for Homes: Crafting Your Outdoor Oasis with Confidence
A deck is not just an outdoor extension of your home; it's a space for relaxation, gatherings, and creating memories.
Step-by-Step Design Walkthrough of:
- Wood Deck Design
- Deck Stair Design
- Covered Deck Considerations
Course Highlights:
- Footing Design
- Column/Post Design
- Beam Design
- Floor Joist Design
- Stair Framing Design
- Connection Design
- Lateral Stability Considerations
- Uplift Considerations
- And more!
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