Architecture & DesignStructural Insulated Panels (SIPs)

Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs)

SKU: RV-10795AW

Duration: 1.00 Hr

Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) are a new sustainable structural panelized building material that can be used for roofs, floors, and wall panels. This course will examine various uses and structural limitations on the materials. An exploration of code requirements and constructibility will be included. Design examples will illustrate cost effective approaches to incorporating this new sustainable material. ATTN: This educational offering is recognized by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry as satisfying 1 hour of credit toward the required continuing education.

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Learning Objectives

At the end of this course, you will be able to:

Illustrate how to incorporate this material into traditional building construction to provide style, comfort, safety and durability
Calculate the demand on the material without sacrificing affordability and life safety
Define the code expectations for gravity and lateral performance to provide occupants with adequate protection
Address constructibility issues

Specs

Course Level	Intermediate
Languages	English
Compatibility	Audio, WebCast, MobileReady

Jill Nelson, PE, SE, LEED AP BD+C

Jill Nelson is a registered Civil and Structural Engineer in California and Washington. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Nevada, Reno and a Master of Science in Engineering from the University of Washington with an emphasis in Structural Engineering. With over 20 years of experience, she is an accomplished designer of low and mid-rise building constructed of wood, steel and concrete. Through the years her areas of interest has increased to include both new construction and renovation of existing buildings with a focus on seismic rehabilitation. Ms. Nelson is currently an Associate Professor in the Architectural Engineering Department at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo.

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