Presentation Description:
This presentation is intended for structural engineers who are seeking an understanding of design considerations associated with 4- to 6-story multi-family wood buildings. Developed in response to growing interest in these projects, this presentation goes beyond code provisions and focuses on the “how-to” associated with their structural design. Topics will include structural design steps, considerations, and detailing best practices related to both gravity and lateral analysis. Shrinkage will be covered in detail, including its cause, effect on structural components, and detailing best practices that minimize and accommodate shrinkage where it occurs. Gravity framing design will be discussed with an emphasis on two commonly overlooked topics: floor vibration and stacked bearing wall loads. Lateral design topics will include diaphragm design and flexibility analysis, shear and overturning force transfer mechanisms, and lateral displacement checks for stacked, multi-story wood-frame structures.
About the Presenter:
Mark Bartlett is the WoodWorks Senior Regional Director for Texas, a non-profit organization that provides free project support for commercial and multi-family wood buildings, a robust nationwide education program, and a wide range of published resources. Before joining WoodWorks in 2017, Mark spent 11 years as a practicing structural engineer, eight years as a field engineer with Simpson Strong-Tie, and six years in engineering business development. He is a registered professional engineer in Texas and Oklahoma. Mark received his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in structures from Lehigh University.