National Institute of Building Sciences

Diaphragm Seismic Design Part 2
2022-03-10 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
The 2020 NEHRP Provisions and ASCE/SEI 7-22 incorporate several notable changes to seismic design of diaphragms. This includes expanded applicability of the ASCE 7-16 Section 12.10.3 alternative design provisions for diaphragms, originally developed in the 2015 NEHRP Provisions. This also includes new Section 12.10.4, codifying the rigid wall-flexible diaphragm (RWFD) methodology published in FEMA P-1026, Seismic Design of Rigid Wall-Flexible Diaphragm Buildings: An Alternative Method. These diaphragm design provisions have been largely driven by new research, including testing and numerical studies. They have been developed to better reflect diaphragm dynamic response and deformation capacity, and to provide improved performance, in some cases with reduced construction cost.
This material will be presented in two webinars. The first webinar will provide a general introduction to seismic design of diaphragms and then focus on design examples implementing Section 12.10.3 provisions. The second webinar will repeat the general introduction and then focus on design examples implementing new Section 12.10.4 alternative RWFD provisions.
Learning Objectives – Part 2

Become familiar with new diaphragm design provisions in 2020 NEHRP Provisions and ASCE/SEI 7-22
Understand available diaphragm design methods and when each can be used
Follow detailed implementation of the Section 12.10.4 Alternative RWFD Provisions
Understand how designs using the Section 12.10.4 provisions compare to the traditional design method

Diaphragm Seismic Design Part 1
2022-03-03 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
The 2020 NEHRP Provisions and ASCE/SEI 7-22 incorporate several notable changes to seismic design of diaphragms. This includes expanded applicability of the ASCE 7-16 Section 12.10.3 alternative design provisions for diaphragms, originally developed in the 2015 NEHRP Provisions. This also includes new Section 12.10.4, codifying the rigid wall-flexible diaphragm (RWFD) methodology published in FEMA P-1026, Seismic Design of Rigid Wall-Flexible Diaphragm Buildings: An Alternative Method. These diaphragm design provisions have been largely driven by new research, including testing and numerical studies. They have been developed to better reflect diaphragm dynamic response and deformation capacity, and to provide improved performance, in some cases with reduced construction cost.
This material will be presented in two webinars. The first webinar will provide a general introduction to seismic design of diaphragms and then focus on design examples implementing Section 12.10.3 provisions. The second webinar will repeat the general introduction and then focus on design examples implementing new Section 12.10.4 alternative RWFD provisions.
Learning Objectives – Part 1

Become familiar with new diaphragm design provisions in 2020 NEHRP Provisions and ASCE/SEI 7-22
Understand available diaphragm design methods and when each can be used
Follow detailed implementation of the Section 12.10.3 Alternative Design Method
Understand how designs using the Section 12.10.3 provisions compare to the traditional design method

Transportation Infrastructure: Your Daily Commute
2022-02-16 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
The passage of H.R.3684 – the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act – ensures daily commutes across metropolitan cities and small towns will be improved. The bill reauthorizes surface transportation programs for five years and invests $110 billion in additional funding. The bill also guarantees $89.9 billion for public transit over the next five years between reauthorizations and new funding. Highways and bridges will be repaired, intersections redesigned, designated bus lanes created, bicycle lanes protected, and commuter rail services expanded.
Join us as our expert panel discusses the fundamentals of upcoming infrastructure projects and how they will affect our daily lives and commutes.

Fundamentals of Earthquake Engineering
2022-02-10 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Designing a structure to resist earthquakes requires several considerations that can be ignored in design to resist most other loads. The loading is more severe, the permissible response will usually include damage to the structure, as well as the systems and components supported by the structure, and the levels of uncertainty in loading and response are greater than for ordinary loads. This webinar includes an overview of earthquake ground shaking, dynamic response to ground shaking, and the influence of yielding within the structure on the response. These issues underlie the NEHRP Recommended Provisions, and a good understanding of the concepts is an important first step in successful implementation of a design complying with the Provisions.
Learning objectives:

Key parameters in dynamic behavior of simple structures
Basis and use of the response spectrum as a tool for design
Rationale for permitting nonlinear response and its significance in design
The difference between yield and peak resistance

Introduction to the 2020 NEHRP Recommended Seismic Provisions: Design Examples
2022-01-20 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
The 2020 NEHRP Recommended Provisions: Design Examples illustrate and explain the applications of the 2020 NEHRP Recommended Seismic Provisions and the associated changes in the seismic provisions of ASCE/SEI 7-22, Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures. This virtual training session provides a discussion of the following items:

An overview of the NEHRP Provisions intent and purpose, and the relationship of the Provisions to the seismic provisions of ASCE/SEI 7-22
A summary of notable earthquakes in history and how they impacted seismic design
The history and role of the NEHRP Provisions in advancing seismic design
Highlights of major updates in the NEHRP Provisions and seismic provisions of ASCE/SEI 7-22
An introduction to the organization and content in the new Design Examples

Learning Objectives

Understand the role of the NEHRP Provisions in seismic code development
Gain an awareness of seminal past seismic code changes
Understand key updates to the 2020 NEHRP Provisions and to ASCE/SEI 7-22
Understand what is contained in the 2020 Design Examples and how they can be used

WEB VIRTUAL SERIES: Honoring Your Authentic Self
2021-12-07 14:00 - 15:30 UTC
During our networking session at Building Innovation 2021, many leaders spoke about being their authentic self. How much of yourself can you really share with others at work? For example, if you’re kindhearted, does this come through, or do you pretend to be someone else at work for appearances sake? Does your wardrobe reflect your true self? Is it OK to have a bad day?
Women in the built environment sometimes wear many hats. During this session, we’ll break down some of these walls and talk about authenticity.

WEB Virtual Series: Mentorship and its Impact on Career Growth
2021-11-19 13:30 - 15:00 UTC
Mentorship has been key for the career growth of many women in the C-suite in the built environment. It’s important to find a quality mentor and be a mentor for those who need guidance.
You’re invited to this limited-invitation virtual event with keynote speaker, Judy Dinelle, CGP, CAPS, AMA and building ambassador with 84 Lumber Company. Dinelle will share her story of how mentorship impacted her career at 84 Lumber. This session also will serve as an opportunity for women in the C-suite to share their stories and whether their career was impacted by a mentor.
Who Should Attend: All female C-Suite executives in the building industry, from association executives to women–owned and operated trade businesses.
Event format: This month, we will have Judy Dinelle, with 84 Lumber Company, as the keynote speaker. This is an opportunity for conversation with other C-Suite female executives in a safe, thought-provoking environment.

Resilience 2021: Building Resilience through BIM
2021-10-19 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
The built environment is being challenged by many trends and disruptors: digital transformation, off-site manufacturing, sustainability concerns, an aging workforce leading to lack of skilled labor, as well as COVID-19, which is affecting the health, safety, and well-being of workers.
Organizations must remain resilient to meet challenges and continue to grow and flourish.
To become resilient, we must respond and adopt new ways of thinking and working. Building information modeling (BIM) can help address the climate, urbanization, performance and skills shortage challenges, alongside the implementation of many best practice approaches. Organizations that seize this opportunity will be able to compete successfully in global markets.
If BIM is not yet part of your business strategy, join our webinar to learn critical information to help you build with BIM. Our panelists will explore:

Fundamentals of building information modeling
Why your organization should adopt BIM and what the benefits are
Where you should start if you do not have a BIM strategy
The National BIM Standard-United States (NBIMS) core requirements & BIM ISO 19650

WEB VIRTUAL SERIES: Being the Only
2021-08-31 13:30 - 15:00 UTC
Women in the built environment are trailblazers. Many times, they were the only woman in their department, on the leadership team, or the first woman to lead their organization. While you may not have been the first woman, everyone has a unique story to tell. “Being the only” means that everyone has a narrative about their climb to success. Join the Women Executives in Building on August 31, for an opportunity to share your personal journey and learn from the paths of others.
Who Should Attend:  All female C-Suite executives in the building industry, from association executives to corporate leaders and women–owned and operated businesses.
Event format: This is an opportunity for conversation with other C-Suite female executives in a safe, thought-provoking environment.

WEB Virtual Series: Elevator Pitch Workshop
2021-05-25 13:30 - 15:00 UTC
What is an Elevator Pitch, and How Can It Help Advance Your Career?
In today’s fast-moving, fast-talking business environment, sometimes you only have seconds to make a good impression.
We call this an elevator pitch. It’s literally 30-60 seconds (or the time you’d be sitting in an elevator) to deliver a memorable and well-crafted synopsis of your background and professional experience.
Your pitch allows you to share expertise and credentials with those who don’t know you. When done right, it is the best way to introduce yourself in a compelling manner.
This month, we will continue the February discussion from the Women Executives in Building: Virtual Leadership Series which centered around building your personal brand. Attendees will be divided into small groups so they can learn from and practice an elevator pitch with peers.
Who Should Attend: All female C-Suite executives in the building industry, from association executives to corporate leaders and women–owned and operated businesses.
Event format: This is an opportunity for conversation with other C-Suite female executives in a safe, thought-provoking environment.

WEB Virtual Series: Building Your Personal Brand
2021-02-25 13:30 - 15:00 UTC
Building a brand for your company in the traditional way is normally something you do every day and have a marketing team to conduct the effort.
But building a personal brand is different – it’s promoting yourself and reminding people of your achievements and how you achieved your career success. That can be even more difficult as a female leader in the building industry, where you are focused on simply achieving success without too much disruption. In today’s environment it is important to utilize social media to highlight speaking opportunities, awards and other achievements to promote yourself, your company and motivate others.
We often take for granted the importance of building our brand and celebrating our achievements, but it is important. This session will allow C-suite leaders to share how they’re marketing themselves and utilizing social media to help build a brand. After the session we will share a few of these stories to encourage young women to join the industry and build their career by building their brand.
Who Should Attend: All female C-Suite executives in the building industry, from association executives to corporate leaders and women–owned and operated businesses.
Event format: This is an opportunity for conversation with other C-Suite female executives in a safe, thought-provoking environment.

WEB Virtual Series: Advancing Women to Achieve Parity in Leadership
2020-09-23 13:30 - 15:00 UTC
Women in the built environment must break through what keeps them from advancing. Equality within executive leadership and management is where women across our industry should be headed. For example, nearly half of the engineering classes are women and a larger portion of entry-level spots are being filled by women. The time to work on advancement issues is now.
You’re invited to this limited-invitation virtual event with keynote speakers Sandra Benson, WW Head of Engineering, Construction and Real Estate for Amazon Web Services and Nancy Novak, CIO of Compass Datacenters. These monthly virtual meetings will lead up to the second annual Women Executives in Building Summit on May 5-6, in Nashville, TN.
Who Should Attend: All female C-Suite executives in the building industry, from association executives to women–owned and operated trade businesses.
Event format: This month we will have Nancy Novak, Chief Innovation Officer, Compass Datacenters and Sandra Benson, WW Head of Engineering, Construction and Real Estate for Amazon Web Services as the keynote speakers. They will share statistics and their message on how we can move the needle and continue to place more cracks that glass ceiling. This is also an opportunity for conversation with other C-Suite female executives in a safe, thought-provoking environment.

WEB Virtual Series: How Do You Hold It Together? Share Your Secret to Balancing Work and Life Outside of the Office
2020-07-30 14:00 - 15:00 UTC
We all need support. Especially in today’s increasingly stressful world, it’s critical to take time out to regroup and bring your mind, body and families back into a healthy balance. This meeting aims to open up the discussion about what brings you mental wellness and work/life stability. Feel free to share what keeps you grounded. Sharing is caring here.
These monthly virtual meetings will lead up to the second annual Women Executives in Building Summit on May 5-6, 2021, in Nashville, TN.
Who Should Attend: All female C-Suite executives in the building industry, from association executives to women–owned and operated trade businesses.
Event format: There are no panels or programming. This is a conversation with other C-Suite female executives in a safe, thought-provoking environment.

WEB Virtual Series: Current Strategies that Will Help Increase Diversity and Inclusion
2020-06-25 14:00 - 15:00 UTC
Women in trades are daring to confront stereotypes that are still holding women back. Powerful women defying the odds in a predominantly male industry need to be aligned to increase awareness of labor shortages and lack of diversity. Most importantly, we must come together to reach a more diverse audience, including the young women and girls who may not consider this as a career path.
These monthly virtual meetings will lead up to the second annual Women Executives in Building Summit on May 5-6, 2021 in Nashville, TN.
Who Should Attend: All female C-Suite executives in the building industry, from association executives to women–owned and operated trade businesses.
Event format: There are no panels or programming. This is a conversation with other C-Suite female executives in a safe, thought-provoking environment. The May session focused on productivity and serving your respective customers in a time of crisis.
