James Wiesenfeld
Title: Professor
Department: Architecture
Campus: Long Island
Area(s) of Expertise: Architectural Structures
Education Credentials: B.S.C.E., M.S.
Industry Credentials: AISC, PE
Joined New York Tech: 1983
James Wiesenfeld specializes in architectural structures. He has been teaching at New York Tech for over 30 years and has extensive experience with the design of structural steel, reinforced concrete, light-gauge metal and wood framing systems. He also has designed sanitary tanks, earth retention and foundation structures. His work includes design, forensic investigations, studies, and expert testimony. He attended SUNY at Stony Brook, SUNY at Buffalo, Polytechnic Institute of New York, and New York Institute of Technology, and holds degrees in Civil Engineering and Energy Management.
Recent Projects/Research
- Structural Survey and Study of Crack Propagation In The West Point Cadet Chapel - U.S.M.A. West Point
- Pressures Generated by a Large Explosive Blast, K. Wiesenfeld, Ph.D. and J. Wiesenfeld, PE
- Investigation And Analysis of Settlements - Saint Joseph’s Church, Poughkeepsie, N.Y.
- Study of Roof Deck Failure - Tri-Municipal Water Treatment Plant, Wappinger’s Falls, N.Y. Flitch Beam
Publications
- Flitch Beam Design - Civil Engineering Magazine
- Citi storage Corporate Headquarters & Storage Facility - NYC. Article in Metalwork’s
- Red Hook Community Justice Center. - AIA’s “Justice Facilities Review”
Honors and Awards
- “First Place” 2001 Metal Building Award by Metal Construction News. Citi storage Headquarters Building, Long Island City, NY
- Flight 800 Memorial – ARCHI Award
- “Best in Show” by Magic Trade Show. Nautica Display
Courses Taught at New York Tech
- Statics and Strength of Materials
- Structural Steel Design
- Reinforced Concrete Design
- Advanced Structural Concepts I
- Advanced Structural Concepts II
- Structures for Interior Designers
- Energy Conservation
- A.R.E. Review Class Parts D,E,F