Texas Flood-Resistant Design and Construction

Start Date

11/25/2025

End Date

11/25/2025

Description

This 6.5-hour course focuses on flood-resistant design and construction techniques in Texas in accordance with the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and related building code requirements. The course focuses on design requirements from ASCE 7-22 and ASCE 24-24, foundation and elevation strategies, structural reliability considerations, and protection of building systems. The program concludes with guidance on flood-resistant materials, floodproofing methods, and resources for resilient construction.

Distance Learning

Yes

Course Equivalency

Subjects

Residential Design

Health, Safety and Welfare

Yes

Hours

6.50

Learning Outcomes

Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to explain Texas floodplain management requirements, the role of the NFIP, and best building practices for flood-prone areas.

Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to apply ASCE 7-22 and ASCE 24-24 standards to determine design flood elevations, calculate flood loads, and design compliant building foundations.

Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to evaluate strategies for protecting mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems and ensuring structural reliability in riverine flood conditions.

Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to identify appropriate flood-resistant materials, distinguish between dry and wet floodproofing methods, and apply practical solutions for access and long-term resilience.

Instructors

William Coulbourne

Course Codes

W112525FLDRDC

Provider

HalfMoon Education Inc.

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