Wind Load Calculations per ASCE 7-22: MWFRS & C&C Design

Course Description

Clear step-by-step guidance on calculating wind loads under ASCE 7-22. Understand wind speed maps, exposure categories (B, C, D), topographic factor (Kzt), wind directional factor (Kd), ground elevation factor (Ke), internal pressure coefficients (GCpi), and exterior pressure coefficients (Cp). Includes worked examples for low-rise and high-rise commercial buildings.

Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this continuing education course, the licensee will be able to:

• Determine velocity pressure (qz) incorporating height exposure, gust effect, and topography factors
• Differentiate between MWFRS directional procedure and envelope procedure for low-rise buildings
• Calculate Components and Cladding (C&C) localized pressures on roof corners, eaves, and wall perimeters
• Classify enclosure categories (enclosed, partially enclosed, open) and select correct internal pressure coefficients

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