Course Overview
The Shearwalls Course introduces learners to the WoodWorks Shearwalls Program, a tool designed for modeling and analyzing wood-frame structures. This course covers the design of complete structures, including walls, roofs, and openings, while ensuring proper load distribution and structural stability.
You will explore the program’s capabilities in generating and distributing seismic and wind loads, optimizing shearwall configurations, and verifying compliance with building codes.
Course Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Design and analyze wood-frame shearwalls using the Shearwalls Program, including load distribution for seismic and wind resistance.
- Evaluate shearwall performance and compliance with building codes by interpreting program-generated structural analyses.
- Optimize shearwall configurations for enhanced structural integrity, adjusting materials and design parameters based on engineering best practices.
Course Structure
This course consists of seven (7) lessons. Each lesson is comprised of a lesson overview, learning outcomes, instructional videos, assessment questions and an assignment. Through these elements, you will gain practical experience in using the Shearwalls Woodworks Program for real-world applications.
Once you have completed all assessment questions and assignment submissions, a certificate of completion will be digitally awarded.
Time for Completion
This course is comprised of 19 videos for a total run time of 115 minutes.
To complete the assessments in this course you can expect to spend ~ 95 minutes.
Program Download
In order to complete this course you will need to download a trial version of the Shearwalls Program.
Complete these steps to download the program
- Navigate to the program download page by clicking here.
- Scroll down to the Shearwalls section
- Click on the “Download Now” button for the US Shearwalls Program.
- Locate and click on the download either in your browser or on your computer.
- Follow the prompts provided by your computer to complete installation.
*Note: the trial version of the program is only valid for 10 days upon installation.
Program Overview
WoodWorks Shearwalls is a powerful program designed for comprehensive shearwall design and lateral load analysis in multi-storey wood-frame buildings. It supports both flexible and rigid diaphragm analysis, calculates hold-down and drag-strut forces, and allows for detailed customization including openings, varied roof shapes, and imported CAD footprints. With capabilities to design up to six-storey structures and generate elevation views, it streamlines the structural design process for engineers and designers alike.