Engineering Failure - Surfside Condominium Collapse
Credits: 2 PDH
PDH Course Description:
This course examines the engineering failures that contributed to the catastrophic collapse of the Champlain Towers South condominium in Surfside, Florida, in June 2021. Through an analysis of the event, the course explores structural deficiencies, maintenance lapses, and engineering design flaws that led to the disaster. By evaluating the technical findings and key contributing factors, participants will gain insights into how similar failures can be identified and prevented in future engineering projects.Topics:
- To analyze the primary structural and engineering deficiencies that led to the Surfside Condominium collapse.
- To understand the role of maintenance and inspections in preventing structural failures.
- To highlight lessons learned for future engineering design and maintenance practices.
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Intended Audience: This course is designed for licensed professional engineers, structural engineers, civil engineers, building inspectors, and architects involved in the design, analysis, and maintenance of structures. It is also valuable for professionals in construction and forensic engineering seeking to understand real-world examples of engineering failure and its implications.
Publication Source: Cadistics Courseware
Donald Parnell, PE