California Civil Seismic 3-Day Review Class

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PPI's California Civil Seismic 3-Day Review Class provides an in-depth review of the topics and problem types likely to appear on the California Special Civil Seismic exam. Taught by highly qualified instructors, and supplemented by course handouts and assignments, each review class helps aid your preparation and confidence when taking the exam.

PPI's California Civil Seismic Review Class offers

• 18 hours of expert instruction


• a thorough concentration on the exam topics


• in-depth coverage of the most challenging exam topics


• realistic, exam-like practice problems


• problem-solving assignments


• realistic, sample exams


• exam tips

Get the Power to Pass the California Special Civil Seismic Exam

• Review class packages available—save on required class texts


• Corporate classes available—email info@ppi2pass.com for more information

Exam Topics Covered

• Seismic Codes, Criteria, and Intent


• Seismology


• Static Force Provisions and Applicability


• Simplified Base Shear Approach


• Design Response Spectra


• Impact of Soil Profile


• Near Source Effects and Seismic Zones


• Dynamic Analysis Requirements and Applicability


• Diaphragm Theory


• Flexible and Rigid Diaphragms


• Chord and Collector Forces Calculations


• Torsional Response


• Elastic and Inelastic Drift Response Calculations and Code Prescribed Limits


• Equipment Seismic Forces and Anchorage Requirements


• Non-Building Structures Lateral Force Requirements


• Rigid Structures Lateral Force Requirements


• Seismic Forces Used in Load Combinations


• Special Seismic Load Combinations

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Location & Schedule

• Burbank

Save over $75 when you purchase the review class with the required materials.