Michael O’Rourke

About the Author

Michael O’Rourke is a distinguished structural engineer and educator with over four decades of experience in wind and snow load analysis, specializing in building code compliance and structural design. A professor emeritus at Clarkson University, he has authored numerous technical publications and contributed significantly to the development of national standards for environmental loads on structures. His expertise has been instrumental in shaping the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) guidelines, ensuring safer and more resilient infrastructure. O’Rourke’s practical approach bridges academic research with real-world engineering challenges, making complex topics accessible to professionals and students alike. In his latest work, Snow Loads: Guide to the Snow Load Provisions of ASCE 7-22 (Asce Press), he provides an essential resource for navigating the latest code updates.