Continuing education course for Professional Engineers
Early Building Construction in NYC
Evolution of Structural Systems — how New York got from load-bearing masonry to the steel skeleton frame, and what the buildings still standing can tell you.
- Format
- Online
- Start time
- 2:00 PM ET
- Fee
- $49
- Audience
- PEs & building professionals
Course agenda
The session follows the structure itself, from the thick masonry base upward to the frame that replaced it. The rule at the left of each topic thins as the wall does.
- 01Overview of early NYC building construction and structural systems
- 02Early masonry buildings
- 03Growth of NYC and the transition to taller structures
- 04Transition from masonry load-bearing walls to steel skeleton frames (cage systems)
- 05Cast iron vs. wrought iron
- 06How early buildings were designed for lateral loads
- 07Influence of the New York City Building Code
Frequently asked questions
Who is this course for?
Professional Engineers and building professionals.
Where is the course offered?
Online.
What time is the course?
The course will be held at:
| 11:00 AM PST | Pacific Time |
| 12:00 PM MST | Mountain Time |
| 1:00 PM CST | Central Time |
| 2:00 PM EST | Eastern Time |
Will this course be accepted for PE continuing education credit?
Acceptance varies by licensing board. Please verify requirements with your board before enrolling.
How much will the course cost?
The course fee is $49.
Seats are taken in order of registration
Fill out the registration form, or email us with any question about the material.