2021 IBC Update - Structural Provisions (1 Hour Online Live)

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Format: Online Live
Duration: 1.00
This class reviews and analyzes selected structural significant changes from the 2018 to the 2021 edition of the International Building Code (IBC). This presentation examines revisions to the IBC structural provisions, including loads, material requirements, special inspection and deep foundation design. The seminar assists building officials, plans examiners, inspectors and engineers in identifying specific structural code changes and understanding the reasoning behind the changes. The program is based on the ICC publication Significant Changes to the International Building Code, 2021 Edition.

The following publications are included/recommended to ensure success in the course:
  • Recommended - 2021 International Building Code® (IBC®)

  • Time Zones: Classes may be noted in a time zone different than yours, please take note of the time zone and how it may impact the start time in your area.

Buddy Showalter is a senior staff engineer with the International Code Council`s (ICC) product development group. He develops technical resources in support of the structural provisions of the International Building Code and International Residential Code. Showalter reviews publications authored by the Code Council and engineering groups, while also developing publications and technical seminars on the structural provisions of the International Codes for building departments, designers and special inspectors. He is the project lead in the development of Mass Timber Buildings and the IBC and associated education programs, jointly developed by ICC and the American Wood Council (AWC). A graduate of Virginia Tech, Showalter has also been a member of the editorial board for STRUCTURE magazine for more than 15 years. Before joining ICC, Showalter spent 26 years with AWC where he led its technology transfer program with oversight responsibility for publications, website, helpdesk, education and other technical media. He has more than 35 years of experience in the development and support of building codes and standards, publishing more than 60 technical articles for industry-related trade journals.

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Objectives
  • Identify the most significant differences between the structural provisions of the 2018 IBC and the 2021 IBC.
  • Identify the major areas where referenced standards have been updated and how it relates to the health safety and welfare of the public.
  • Gain an understanding of the intent and purpose of the new and revised IBC structural requirements.
  • Identify those 2018 IBC structural provisions that have been clarified in the 2021 edition of the IBC.
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