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Meeting the IRC Bracing Provisions for Wind and Seismic

On-Demand Webinar

Part two of this five-part wall bracing series picks up with an in-depth look at braced wall panel options, covering all 12 intermittent and four continuous bracing methods prescribed by code. From there, the webinar walks you through the step-by-step process for determining the required length of bracing to resist wind and, where applicable, seismic forces. Whether you're new to wall bracing design or looking to sharpen your code knowledge, this webinar provides a clear and practical framework for applying bracing requirements correctly.

What you’ll learn:

  • The 12 code-prescribed intermittent bracing methods and when each is applicable

  • The four code-prescribed continuous bracing methods and how they differ from intermittent options

  • How to determine the required length of wall bracing for wind and seismic conditions

  • Braced wall panel placement requirements and how to apply them on a project

What you’ll earn

  • A downloadable certificate of completion is available after completing a brief quiz

  • Participants who complete the quiz qualify for 0.1 ICC CEU

  • 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.

Wall Bracing Series

Simplified Wall Bracing & APA Wall Bracing Calculator for the 2018 IRC

Apply IRC wall bracing provisions to real examples, explore simplified bracing methods, and learn the APA Wall Bracing Calculator. Earn 0.1 ICC CEU.

70 minutes
IRC Load Path, Lateral Forces and Limitations

Explore horizontal forces, prescriptive wall bracing limits, and braced wall lines. Earn 0.1 ICC CEU.

58 minutes
Wall Bracing in High Seismic SDC D0–D2 Regions

Explore 2018 IRC seismic requirements for residential buildings. Earn 0.1 ICC CEU.

92 minutes
Wall Bracing Examples in High Seismic SDC D0–D2 Regions

Learn wall bracing design using the 2018 IRC with fully worked examples. Earn 0.1 ICC CEU.

92 minutes