A Step-by-Step Methodology for Designing Mid-Rise Cold-Formed Steel Structures in North America

Earn 1 PDH / l LU|HSW

Designing multi-level structures with cold-formed steel requires careful decision-making during the earliest stages of a project. This presentation demonstrates a structured and practical approach to selecting lateral load-resisting systems and gravity load-bearing framing during the conceptual phase to avoid rework during the later stages of the project. Together with Building code seismic and imposed load requirements, the designer will have a clear roadmap to enter the structural analysis stage.

The session will also highlight instances requiring communication between the specialty cold-formed steel engineer and the engineer of record, ensuring structural efficiency and code compliance.

Attendees will also gain an overview of industry-recognized tools and load tables, that facilitate rapid project delivery, as well as practical guidance on interpreting and coordinating requirements between the AISI S400, North American Standard for Seismic Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Systems, seismic design standard and applicable Building Codes in North America (United States and Canada). By integrating these considerations, participants will leave with a clear methodology for delivering cold-formed steel structural solutions in building projects.

Learning Objectives

• How to select and quantify lateral load system during conceptual phase.
• How to choose best gravity and lateral load-bearing systems acc. to climate and imposed loads.
• Demonstrate why and how it’s important for specialty cold-formed and project engineer (engineer on record) to communicate.
• How to effectively use industry-recognized load tables and calculation tools for specification of cold-formed steel sections and assemblies.
• How to read and co-ordinate between the AISI S400 standard and the Building Codes.

Sarah Majlesi
Canadian Institute of Steel Construction

Sarah Majlesi holds a Master of Applied Science in Civil Engineering, Structures from City St George's, University of London. She is a licensed Structural Engineer and a Project Management Professional dedicated to working for the Steel Industry at the Canadian Institute of Steel Construction. She has worked and been exposed to various capacities exclusively within the Cold-formed Steel Industry for the past 10 years and actively engages and sits in professional organization committees such as CSA (Canadian Standards Association) and NMCC (National Model Code Committee).

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