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Webinar: Structural Engineering Series: Decoding Drawings Terminology

Are you a non-structural engineer or plant project manager looking to demystify the basic concepts and terminology of structural engineering?

In this webinar Derek breaks down the following key topics:

  • Structural terminology: What you need to know to effectively communicate with your engineering partner, designers, and contractors.
  • Structural shapes: Learn to identify common structural shapes, and pinpoint potential failures or weaknesses.
  • Structural Materials: Gain a basic understanding of common structural materials and how they perform in industrial environments.
  • Structural drawings: Learn the basics of how to read the three most common structural drawings: The plant/facility view, section view, and shop drawings.

Upon completing this webinar, you’ll have a better understanding of basic structural engineering principles, enabling you to effectively communicate with engineering partners, designers, and contractors.

This webinar is for:

  • Plant Engineers
  • Plant Managers
  • Project Managers
  • EHS Professionals

About Derek Jacobs, S.E., P.E.

Derek is a seasoned Structural Engineer and Project Manager with over 16 years of experience. Since joining ADF Engineering in 2011, he has worked on various projects, including facility building additions, equipment access walkways, and foundation systems. His expertise covers structural condition assessments, OSHA compliance, and wind and seismic design. Derek is skilled in personnel management, project definition, proposal development, and cost estimation, as well as collaborating with contractors and providing on-site construction support.

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