RedVector RV-10075

Hydraulic Steel Structure Design

Hydraulic Steel Structure Design

1 hr. Online Course

Level: Intermediate

Item#: RV-10075

SME: David Chitester

This course has been discontinued
 
Proper design, construction, and maintenance of hydraulic steel structures (HSS) is imperative for safe operation and reliable service over the structure’s lifetime.  Engineers charged with the responsibility of maintaining these structures must be familiar with the basics of HSS design, as well as the intricacies of the structure’s abilities and limitations.

This 1-hour interactive online course prescribes guidance for (a) designing hydraulic steel structures (HSS) by load and resistance factor design (LRFD) and (b) fracture control. Allowable stress design (ASD) guidance is provided as an alternative design procedure or for those structure types where LRFD criteria have yet to be developed.

Course Objectives
At the conclusion of this course, you will be able to:
  • Discuss the benefits of the LRFD method over the ASD method of design
  • List the modes of failure for HSS and what design principles are used to address these issues
  • Describe the types of HSS and their corresponding uses and allowable stress loads
  • Name the different types of HSS connections, including their design specifications and appropriate uses
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: David Chitester
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David Chitester is a licensed P.E. in Michigan and Florida has over 35 years of experience. He graduated with a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh in 1974. He also has an M.B.A that he received from Northern Michigan University in 1978. 
 
David Chitester began his career with Bechtel Power and Blount Brothers where he gained field construction experience on projects ranging from $150 million to $500 million. For more than 30 years, he has provided services essential to a balanced mix of public and private sector clients. Mr. Chitester's expertise has been applied to multi-million dollar hotels and resorts, industrial process plants, power generating facilities, office and commercial buildings. He is a licensed Professional Engineer and his background includes a number of years on active construction sites.

David Chitester is a professional trainer and founder of RedVector.com Inc. and Chitester Management Systems. He has authored numerous online courses and taught live classes on ethics, laws and rules, building codes and the ADA. His courses have been approved by numerous state boards and private organizations including the: AIA, USGBC, FBPE, AICP, FCILB, ECLB, Florida Building Commission and many others. 

State Licenses
AZ - Wastewater Operator (General)
SC - Wastewater Operator (General)
SC - Water Operator (General)
VA - Waterworks Operator (General)
Professional Organizations
California Water Environment Association - CWEA (General)