Design of Buildings in Coastal Regions

Instructor

William Coulbourne, P.E.
Mr. Coulbourne has 37 years of experience as an engineer and manager. His expertise includes building design, methods, materials, and codes. He is experienced in hazard-related design and construction of wind- and hurricane-resistant structures. Mr.Coulbourne has written articles for journals and given presentations for homebuilders, engineers, architects and homeowners on high wind and flood design and construction issues. He is a member of the ASCE Standards Committees for ASCE 7 Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures, ASCE 24 Flood Resistant Design and Construction, and the ASFPM Flood proofing Committee

Thomas Lee Smith, AIA, RRC, CSI
Mr. Smith, is a licensed architect and a registered roof consultant. He serves on the ASCE committee that is responsible for ASCE 7, Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures, and is a member of the subcommittee on Wind Loads. He was a member of the FEMA's Mitigation Assessment Teams that investigated Hurricanes Charley, Ivan and Katrina. He authored Low-Slope Roofing II, published by the Construction Specifications Institute, and he coauthored FEMA 424, Design Guide for School Safety Against Earthquakes, Floods and Winds. He also coauthored FEMA 543, Design Guide for Improving Critical Facility Safety from Flooding and High Winds.

Course Description

The recent extremely active hurricane seasons, the impact of Hurricane Katrina in Louisiana and Mississippi, and the devastating tsunami in southeast Asia have brought increased focus on the natural hazards in a coastal region. Engineers and architects providing professional services in these regions need to stay abreast of the latest special design requirements for these regions, as well as, the latest available technology and design guidance to further reduce the vulnerabilities of facilities.

Learning Objectives

Students’ achievement of the learning outcomes will be assessed through a series of problem-solving design exercises, class discussion following the presentation of each major topic, and through short case studies.

Seminar Benefits

• Learn how to determine the flood plain construction requirements applicable to a project in a coastal region
• Become familiar with the NEW ASCE/SEI 24-05 Flood Resistant Design and Construction which is referenced by the IBC
• Become familiar with FEMA 361, "Design and Construction Guidance for Community Shelters” and the upcoming ICC / NSSA Standard on Storm Shelters
• Review FEMA 55, “Coastal Construction Manual.” This document provides mitigation guidance to local officials and professionals in building design and construction. It covers hurricane winds, storm surge, wave and debris impact, erosion, scour, and earthquakes
• Review FEMA 543, "Design Guide for Improving Critical Facility Safety from Flooding and High Winds." This document provides planning and design guidance for new and existing critical facilities such as hurricane shelters, schools, health care facilities, fire and police stations and emergency operations centers
• Learn lessons from Hurricanes Charley, Frances, Ivan (2004),and Katrina (2005) and how engineers and architects can work together to improve the flood and wind performance of buildings
• Learn how to conduct life safety evaluation of structures following natural disasters by reviewing ATC 45 “Safety Evaluation of Buildings After Windstorms and Floods”
• Review the 2005 Wind Load changes to ASCE 7, Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures

Who Should Attend

This seminar will benefit architects, engineers, and building officials involved with construction in coastal regions who are interested in learning the latest in best practices and building code requirements unique to these areas.