For Immediate Release
The Steel
Network, Inc. Launches Online Course
for Engineers to Earn PDH Units
Raleigh, NC,
December 5, 2000 - The Steel Network announced today the launch of its first online course, “Vertical Deflection Solutions for Light Gauge Steel Framing”, which is available through a partnership with www.PDHonline.org.
The online course presents the common deflection problems faced by design professionals, and offers innovative solution to accommodate the vertical deflection in building structures. It also introduces the use of its popular Verticlip® in fire-rated wall assemblies.
The online course allows busy structural
engineers and architects to update their knowledge about light gauge steel
framing design via the Internet. Those who complete the course and pass the
exam will receive Professional Development Hours (PDH’s) or Learning Units
(LU's).
“Moving to a web-based format is the
most efficient and cost-effective method of reaching design professionals with
the information they need to stay current in light gauge steel design,” said
Edward di Girolamo, P.E. President of The Steel Network, “This partnership will
enable us to reach thousands of engineers and architects worldwide, 24 hours
each day. The STEEL Network has
committed to developing four online courses with PDHonline.org before the end
of year 2001”.
PDHonline.org is a web site dedicated
to the online professional development for engineers and architects. The web
site is designed as a fully automated virtual classroom, where the server is
programmed to conduct quizzes, issue Certificates of Completion, and maintain
the records of PDH activities. Since it has been launched in May 2000,
thousands of engineers have visited www.PDHonline.org.
The Steel Network (TSN) manufactures
engineered clips and connectors used in the construction of light gauge steel
framing. TSN brings the building trades
a highly innovative and results oriented team of professionals. By developing a
working environment that fosters problem-solving synergy with clients, TSN's
team tackles the manufacturing hurdles that designers and installers face
today.
For more information, visit the web site at http://www.PDHonline.org or contact Dr. John Huang at john@PDHonline.org or (703) 988-0088.