Code Compliance & Existing Structures | NCSEA Education Portal

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Description

Building codes and code enforcement have for a century provided a sound framework for design of new structures. But as sustainability of the built environment has become more important now than ever, it is necessary for engineers to be able to rehabilitate existing structures in a way that is compatible with the code but which also treats the existing structure appropriately. Using examples from practice this course will explore key factors to consider when evaluating and rehabilitating existing structures and will discuss the application of various approaches to understanding existing structural systems. Specific code compliance triggers will be discussed in the context of the examples. The presentation will include examples of obsolete or archaic (not-designed) systems, including cast iron and wrought iron, timber, unreinforced masonry, and early concrete.

Course will award 1.5 hours of continuing education
This course is Diamond Review approved in 49 states. New York does not accept hours from recordings

Contributors

Patrick Sparks, P.E.

Patrick Sparks is president of Sparks Engineering, Inc., a consulting firm in San Antonio, Texas specializing in the investigation and rehabilitation of existing structures. Sparks is a Professional Fellow of the Center for Heritage Conservation at Texas A&M, is an expert member of International Scientific Committee for the Analysis and Restoration of Structures of Architectural Heritage, and is an advisor to the Concrete Preservation Institute. Among other projects, he was responsible for structural QA/QC on the relocation of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, structural investigation of the Alamo, stabilization of 18th century churches in the San Antonio Missions World Heritage Site, the rehabilitation of the historic Rio de Manatí Bridge in Puerto Rico, and conservation of WWII concrete structures on Peleliu Island, Republic of Palau. He is the author of many technical papers on building conservation including the recent DoD study: Implementing Environmental & Economic Cost Benefits of Reusing DoD’s Pre-World War II Buildings.

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Contributors

Patrick Sparks, P.E.