This webinar offers an in-depth overview of wood structural panel (WSP) specification and design, with a focus on APA's Panel Design Specification, Form D510 and Load-Span Tables for APA's Wood Structural Panels, Form Q225. Participants will build a comprehensive understanding of plywood and OSB panel properties, APA trademarks, building code compliance, and the application of design values in structural settings. The session includes two practical design examples for heavily loaded roof and wall sheathing, making it an ideal resource for engineers and design professionals working in wood construction.
What you’ll learn:
The properties of plywood and OSB panels and how to interpret APA trademarks and grade designations
How to navigate and apply APA's Panel Design Specification (Form D510) and Load-Span Tables (Form Q225)
Key building code compliance requirements related to wood structural panels
How to apply design values when specifying WSPs in structural applications
How to work through practical design examples for heavily loaded roof and wall sheathing
What you’ll earn
A downloadable certificate of completion is available after completing a brief quiz
Participants who complete the quiz qualify for 1 AIA HSW/LU
CEUs and certificate(s) received upon course completion are transferrable and may be applied towards PDHs or other general CEUs/certifications, such as PE
Offered by APA — The Engineered Wood Association.
