Feb. 16-17, 2017 E-Week Seminar Descriptions

Introductory = New to the engineering field, with little or no experience such as students. Intermediate = A few years of experience in the field of engineering with a desire to build on it.

Advanced = A “seasoned” engineering professional with many years of experience.

T = Thursday Seminar and F = Friday Seminar

Note: Some of these seminars might have been offered at other locations. It is your responsibility to determine what seminars you want to attend.

BRIDGES T - Rte 22B over Saranac River Bridge Replacement: Truss Design and Construction – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Andrew Clark, PE; NYSDOT - Andrew.Clark@dot.ny.gov & Gerson Murillo-Daza, PE; NYSDOT - Gerson.Murillo@dot.ny.gov The seminar will focus on the replacement of the Rte 22B over Saranac River Bridge with a galvanized steel pony truss. Special emphasis will be given to the challenge of designing the unbraced top chord and fabrication, galvanizing and erection of the new steel pony truss.

T - Analytical Design Approach of Integral Abutment Bridges – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Ratan Huda, PE; New York State Department of Transportation - ratan.huda@dot.ny.gov It is quite difficult to establish a simple static analysis for integral abutment design since the abutment translates and rotates which are direct functions of bridge thermal movement, nonlinear soil stiffness, type of foundation soil, and stiffness of abutment and piles. Hence, a finite element nonlinear static analysis is warranted for a reliable optimum design of integral abutment bridges. Standardizing design for various bridge lengths and abutment heights with analytical approach has been found very consistent and time saving during design phase.

T -Accelerated Corrosion of "Weathering Steel" Bridges in the North East. Remediation & Prevention. -

ASTM A710 Grade B Steel– Advanced – 1 PDH By: Paul Provost, PE; NYS Thruway Authority - paul.provost@thruway.ny.gov A detailed description of corrosion issues on existing Thruway bridges using ASTM A588 & A709 Grade 50W & 70W steel. Followed by a detailed comparison of A709 versus A710 steel in order to promote the use of A710 steel in new bridge construction.

BUILDINGS T - Detectors, Meters and Air Quality Measurements – Introductory to Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Todd Crawford; NYSDOH - Todd.crawford@health.ny.gov The EPA and some non-governmental organizations are publishing information that shows how to make monitors that detect carbon dioxide, particulates, and a variety of toxic gases in air. Using some basic hardware and following online guidance, most people could make an instrument that appears to be comparable to specialized air quality meters sold by scientific equipment vendors. This seminar will survey the component detectors and modules that are available for the general public to purchase, describe how those parts may be assembled into working meters, and review the parameters that should be considered and controlled when they are used. There will be a discussion that

compares the measurements of specialty equipment versus homemade units that follows the procedures our office has used to verify the performance of these instruments. Although this seminar specifically focuses on systems for air quality measurements, the audience will find this information is generally applicable to making any detector system using ‘off-the-shelf’ components, including accelerometers, IR sensors, etc.

F - Canfield Casino Dining Room: Emergency Ceiling Stabilization and Repairs – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Jack Healy, PE; Ryan Biggs | Clark Davis - jhealy@ryanbiggs.com & Deborah LaBreche, PE; City of Saratoga Springs - debbie.labreche@saratoga-springs.org The presentation will cover the unique construction system of the ceiling and the conditions observed to classify the existing conditions as a potential safety issue. The attendees will learn about conditions related to progressive collapse and learn about two other projects with similar symptoms of distress. We will cover the emergency stabilization project and the design parameters for the long-term repairs which included new ceiling attachments and roof reinforcing to upgrade the existing structure to current code requirements.

F - Fluid Applied Roofing – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Peter Hamilton; Tremco, Inc. - phamilton@tremcoinc.com Fluid applied roofing systems are excellent choices for restoring degraded but still functioning roofs; they are also applicable for new construction. This course defines what "fluid applied" means. It also describes the different types, uses and benefits of fluid applied roofing systems, including their ease of application, their potential for improving a facility’s sustainability, and their flexibility for use as a flashing system.

F - Structural Building Condition Reviews: Beyond Distress – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: James D’Aloisio, PE; Klepper, Hahn & Hyatt - jad@khhpc.com The protocol for a condition review of a structure is frequently limited to a set of observations to determine if there is any visually apparent evidence of distress, damage, or deterioration. Yet some structures have hidden defects, either in design or construction, that represent capacity limitations that analysis would show are highly overstressed under service loads. Such hidden structural limitations have led to sudden collapses. When should further analysis be considered when conducting a condition review?

F - Solar PV Technology and the NYS Uniform Fire and Building Code – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: John Calhoun – jcpe1@msn.com This session will focus on the newly introduced NY State building codes with respect to solar electric technology, focusing on access and ventilation requirements for rooftop solar electric systems. In addition, the 2017 National Electric Code has been approved and has been released. Significant changes and additions have been made with respect to quickly reducing dc voltages for rooftop solar electric systems, large scale systems, stand-alone systems, energy storage systems, and direct current micro grids. These will be also be presented.

F -Engineers, Envelopes, and the Energy Code – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: James D’Aloisio, PE; Klepper, Hahn & Hyatt - jad@khhpc.com We'll work through the labyrinth of the NYS Commercial Energy Code's building envelope requirements, reviewing the current code and recent changes. We'll discuss which compliance path to use, averaging insulation values, explore the trade-off options, air barrier requirements including testing and verification, and code requirements to minimize thermal bridging.

CHEMICAL F - Automatic Monitoring and Controlling of Chemical Coagulant Feeding Using a Modern Streaming

Current Monitor – Intermediate – 1 PDH By: Lawrence Wang, PE, PhD; Lenox Institute & Chemkimia - Lenox.institute@gmail.com & Mu-Hao Sung Wang, PE, PhD A modern streaming current monitor (SCM) suitable for automatic chemical dosing control in a water treatment plant or a physicochemical wastewater treatment plant is introduced. Specifically, the SCM theory, principle, benefits, system installation, instrument overview, case study, operation, maintenance and service are presented in detail.

F - Pump Selection and Hydraulic Design – Introductory – 1 PDH

By: George Eignor; Regeneron – George.eignor@regeneron.com An overview of different pump technologies and a review of when it is appropriate to implement them.

F - Load Cells and Weighing Systems – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Josh Fowler; Regeneron – josh.fowler@regeneron.com Discussion of appropriate use and calibration ranges for load cells and other weighing systems.

F - An Analysis of Steam Process Heater Condensate Drainage Options – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Richard Newbegin; TLV – newbegin@tlvengineering.com A description of various process condensate drainage design approaches from process steam heating equipment.

F - Coagulation and Flocculation for Drinking Water Applications – Introductory – 1 PDH

By: John Paccione; UAlbany School of Public Health - jpaccione@albany.edu and Russ Reeves; Reeves Engineering - rreeves2@nycap.rr.com Coagulation and flocculation are used to remove particles prior to filtration. This seminar will review the basics of the science of coagulation and discuss the methods and equipment used to settle out particles prior to the filtration process.

CIVIL T -An Economical, Low-Impact Wastewater Collection System – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Julie Barown, PE; Orenco Systems, Inc. - jbarown@orenco.com This presentation will provide detailed information on funding sources, the approval process, as well as capital and operational costs for the Vero Beach Service Area Extension project. Vero Beach chose a low-pressure effluent sewer to provide for low capital and operation and maintenance (O&M) costs, reduce the impact of infiltration on the collection and treatment system and minimize construction impacts. Approximately 1,500 homes in the area had septic systems, many of which were antiquated and failing. Experts believed these systems were contributing to the environmental degradation of the lagoon and its wildlife habitat.

T -Sewer Systems: Construction Considerations – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Julie Barown, PE; Orenco Systems, Inc. - jbarown@orenco.com This presentation will explain various aspects of effluent sewer construction and how they compare to grinder and gravity sewer requirements in areas small lots and existing streets, homes, and businesses.

T -Anchor 203 Strength Design Overview – Introductory to Advanced – 1 PDH

By: Jason Curry; Hilti - Jason.Curry@hilti.com; Brian Callaghan; Hilti – brian.callaghan@hilti.com This presentation will provide a brief overview with some explanation of ACI 318-11 Appendix D Anchoring to Concrete and cover the changes between ACI 318-11 and ACI 318-08. Within ACI 318-11 Appendix D, emphasis will be placed on added adhesive anchor provisions, seismic provisions, and provisions for installation and inspection of adhesive anchors.

T -Civil Engineering Applications of Drones – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Chris Cornwell, PE - ccornwell@gpinet.com & Casey Knapp, PE – cknapp@gpinet.com; Greenman-Pedersen, Inc Drones are an emerging technology which are evolving to play a role in the support of various Civil Engineering Applications ranging from planning, design, construction, maintenance, and general operations. Applications for drones range from various surveying tasks, slope monitoring, inspections of bridges, high mast lighting, sign structures, dams, radio towers, and cell towers to aid in management of these assets. Different technologies such as high definition imagery, video, thermal imagery, and Lidar, can be deployed depending on the application to yield desired results. Several applications will be highlighted along with key issues regarding drone deployment and management of data along with future uses will be presented.

T -Porous Pavements-Getting it Right – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Cory Schneider, M.S. CPESC - Cory.schneider@prestogeo.com An overview of various polymer-based porous pavement systems will be presented. The advantages and disadvantages of the different types of systems, various infill options and the different types of base material recommended for each system will be reviewed. Additionally, the suitability to task, both structurally and environmentally, for the various systems will be discussed.

F -Surveys for Hydraulic Analyses – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Bryant Bigelow, PE; NYS DOT -Bryant.bigelow@dot.ny.gov A review of the HEC-RAS river analysis program and the survey data requirements for the program.

F -Subsurface Stormwater and Water Quality Solutions – Immediate to Advanced – 1 PDH

By: Ian Kuchman; Advanced Drainage Systems - Ian.kuchman@ads-pipe.com With opportunity costs of land on the rise, more and more designers and engineers are looking to underground stormwater storage practices to meet NYSDEC stormwater management requirements while maximizing site efficiency. The presentation will focus on the importance of ASTM and AASHTO specifications to ensure proper manufactured designs, along with how maintenance features can be designed with a stormwater chamber system. In addition, proprietary water quality practices will be discussed in the context of NYSDEC regulations.

F -Relining Culverts using a PVC Liner – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Mark Reynolds; Pipe Liner Supply, LLC - mark.reynolds@pipelinersupply.com Repairing underground culverts before they destroy the roads above and before repaving is a must to save valuable road surfaces later on can be very cost effective.

CONCRETE

T - Mixed-Use Applications for Precast Parking Structures – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Rita Seraderian; Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute Northeast - contact@pcine.org A parking facility has become a community building type that is used every day. The integration of parking into the evolving mixed-use urban setting, and transportation systems, requires the parking facility to address new expectations regarding function, operation, safety and security. This session will address areas such as site impact, mixed-use applications, and how to handle heavy loads using the newly developed Northeast Extreme Tee (NEXT) beam. The NEXT beam was developed for highway bridges but has steadily grown for applications in the building market. Several case studies will be discussed on how the NEXT beam solved requirements for heavy loads such as green roofs, terraces and fire truck loading.

T - Precast Pavement Construction Using the Super-Slab System – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Dan Moellman, PE; The Fort Miller Company - dmoellman@super-slab.com The Fort Miller Co., Inc. of Schuylerville, NY, has developed the innovative slab-on-grade Super-Slab® System for using fully-cured precast concrete slabs for overnight repair of highway “trouble spots” that are too busy to take out of service. Super-Slab® panels are precisely cast as planar slabs for intermittent patch repairs or as a combination of planar and non-planar slabs for continuous replacement of complex geometry pavement making it possible to replace entire mainlines, ramps, intersections, crosswalks, utility cuts, bridge approach slabs, and airport runways in a series of 8-hour or less overnight work windows and minimize user delay costs. New developments include Smart Patching for total incremental replacement and Super Pavers for renewable urban pavement. In 110+ projects to date, over 25,000 slabs or 43 lane-miles of Super-Slab® System have been successfully installed for 30 Owner Agencies in 19 states and 2 Canadian provinces.

T - Concrete Cracking – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Matthew Senecal; American Concrete Institute - Matthew.senecal@concrete.org This presentation will cover various aspects related to concrete cracking. This topic is both a contentious and unfortunately, a common issue nationally. Often, the key to addressing cracking issues is learning how to properly determine the cause of the crack so it can be mitigated and prevented in future projects.

ELECTRICAL T -Application of IEEE 1547 Performance Categories by AHJ – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Reigh Walling; Walling Energy System Consulting - rwalling@wesconsult.com The IEEE Standard 1547, governing distributed energy resource interconnection, is undergoing major revision. The new standard will define a number of categories for disturbance ride-through and voltage regulation performance. Because assignment of these performance categories to various types and application purposes of DER are matters of policy, extending beyond purely technical considerations, the new standard defers assignment to the Authority Governing Interconnection Requirements (e.g., state utility regulatory commission). The presentation will provide background on why this approach is taken in the new IEEE 1547, how the requirements differ, and the recommended factors that the AGIR should consider in making this assignment. The presentation also discusses who the AGIR might be in this particular context.

T -The Ukrainian Power Grid Xmas Attack-Death by VPN – Advanced – 1 PDH

By: Tim Corrigan; CG Power Solutions – tim.corrigan@cgglobal.com An analysis of how a properly implemented industrial control system compliant with NERC CIP 5 would have fared against the type of cyber-attack used on the Ukrainian power grid in December of 2015.

T -Synchronous Condensers Applications on Electric Transmission Systems – Advanced – 1 PDH

By: Arthur Depoian, PE; GE - Arthur.Depoian@ge.com Synchronous condenser applications on high-voltage electric transmission systems have grown rapidly over the past decade. The presentation will include an overview of the key considerations to optimize both performance on the grid as well as long term operational and maintenance costs.

T -IECC 2015 Versus ASHRAE 90.1 2013 For Electrical Systems – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Mark Felgate, PE, LEED AP; Hallam-ICS - mfelgate@hallam-ics.com When designing electrical When designing electrical systems for commercial buildings, the building electrical systems would either follow the requirements per C405 of IECC 2015 or Sections 8 and 9 of ASHREA 90.1 2013. The presentation will explain similarities and differences between the two codes

ENERGY T -Transformer Oil Spill Containment Methodologies – Introductory to Advanced – 1 PDH

By: Katherine Bentley; HDR - Kbentley@hdrinc.com This presentation will briefly review the EPA, IEEE, and NFPA requirements and recommendations for substation transformer oil spill containment, and then will focus on introducing a wide variety of methodologies currently in use, with pros, cons and design considerations for each.

F -Marcy South Series Compensation: Moving Power on New York’s Energy Highway – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Kedaar Raman; New York Power Authority - kedaar.raman@nypa.gov The Marcy South Series Compensation Project (MSSCP), developed by the New York Power Authority (NYPA) and New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG), is a cost-effective way to increase the amount of power that can be moved along existing transmission lines from upstate generation to meet downstate demand, without building new lines. The project, completed in June 2016, has helped relieve transmission congestion in areas encompassing Utica through Monticello to southeastern NY, a well identified bottleneck for power transmission in the state. The primary focus of this talk is the installation & commissioning of series capacitor banks in Delhi, NY that are owned & operated by the New York Power Authority.

F -Future of the Electric Grid – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Rana Mukerji; NYISO - rmukerji@nyiso.com Integrating NY Clean Energy Standard will require fundamental changes in the structure of wholesale electricity markets leading to a more environmentally friendly, resilient and efficient power grid.

F -Health Effects of Artificial Lighting: Research and Applications – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Nikhill Bodhankar, PE – nbodhankar@smrtinc.com & William Heil, PE – wheil@smrtinc.com SMRT Architects and Engineers, P.C. We will be covering the following topics: A) Basic lighting definitions; B) Understanding circadian rhythm and how artificial lighting affects it; C) New trends and recommendations from leading institutions; D) Current lighting technologies E) Discussion of benefits to occupants in different work settings.

ENVIRONMENTAL T - Introduction to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Permit Program: What Changes Can We Expect with the

New Administration– Intermediate – 1 PDH By: Bernie Carr; Terrestrial Environmental Specialists, Inc. - berncarr@tesenvironmental.com This presentation defines a wetland under the Corps 404 permit program and describes the differences between the nationwide permit, letter of permission and individual permits. Standard permit conditions will be discussed. The EPA waters of the US rule will be discussed in relation to the new administration.

T -Bathymetric Surveying & Mapping for Engineering Design - Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: James Thew, LS; Thew Associates PE-LS, PLLC - jthew@thewassociates.com The “Bathymetric Surveying and Mapping for Engineering Design” course is a one-hour presentation on available technologies and methodologies for conducting bathymetric surveys in support of engineering design, project monitoring, and as-built conditions for projects being conducted in a marine environment.

F -The Basics that Engineers Should Know about Environmental Forensics – Introductory – 1 PDH

By: Ashraf Ghaly, PE, PhD; Union College - ghalya@union.edu Environmental forensics is a rich topic that encompasses many scientific as well as non-scientific fields. These include science, engineering, ethics, law, insurance, society, litigation, policy, economics, pollution/contamination, cleanup, testing, standards, and sustainability. Sources of environmental problems are usually related to emissions, pollution, contamination, and/or waste disposal. Whether the cause is intentional or non-intentional, natural factors or a man-made disaster, or due to normal operation or accident, a crisis ensues and cleanup becomes necessary. This presentation will address the ins and outs of this environmental forensics.

F -The Evolution of Stormwater Management – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Peter Hanrahan, CPESC; E. J. Prescott, Inc. - pete.hanrahan@ejprescott.com For hundreds of years stormwater has been treated as a nuisance. Traditional methods have called for rapid removal and disposal of stormwater flows off site. More recently, the destructive consequences of these practices have come to light. Finally, a new set of practices and tools have allowed stormwater to be treated in more environmentally sound and sustainable ways. This workshop will aim to educate and inform regarding the remarkable progress that has been made, and that must continue to be made.

F -Grease Interceptors – Advanced – 1 PDH

By: Chas Tevis; Highland Tank - ctevis@highlandtank.com Pretreatment regulations for FOG (Fats, Oils, & Grease) affect all types of food processing facilities as well as commercial and industrial kitchens. This seminar provides an overview of plumbing codes and interceptor sizing to help comply with those regulations.

F -Large Culvert Rehab Under I-465 – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Dan Dammann; Precision Pipe – ddammann@precisionpipe.com A failing a CMP Arch pipe under I-465 in Indianapolis was slipped lined with a smooth wall carbon steel liner that was 184”x111” by over 200 L.F. Our case study will be a review of the process to find a solution working with the owner, complete with load bearing calculations by the engineer and some details of the install.

F -Breezy Point Long Island Disaster: A Case Study - Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: AJ Smith, Esq.; Partner, Baxter Smith & Shapiro, PC – asmith@bssnylaw.com A Case Study on the devastation and reconstruction of a neighborhood. Join us as we walk through Hurricane Sandy's destruction of Breezy Point, NY and the resultant damage from both flood and fire, the struggle to rebuild and the impact of codes and government programs to bring this neighborhood back to life.

ETHICS - NYS Ethics Requirements: Each Registered Professional Engineer is Required to earn One (1) ethics PDH

during each registration period. This is 1 credit for every 3 years.

T -Ethical Challenges & Enigmas for the A/E World – Introductory to Advanced – 1 PDH

By: Thomas Mullard; Pool Professional-NY – tmullard@poolepl.com This program ties ethical rules compliance to the contractual obligations A/E’s face. (conflict of interest, confidentiality, fiduciary duty, sustainability, public safety, etc.) Several short case studies mixed in will exhibit how the two “responsibilities” did or did not conflict.

F -A Discussion of Ethics in Engineering Using Case Studies - Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Robin Kemper, PE, LEED AP, F.ASCE, F.SEI; Zurich Services Corporation - robin.kemper@zurichna.com The presentation will focus on understanding engineering ethics by defining ethics, reviewing the ASCE and NSPE Code of Ethics, providing help in making ethical decision, and using case studies as a learning tool.

F -Deliberating Ethics Together – Intermediate to Advance – 1 PDH

By: Vincent Forte, Jr, PE - VForte.Artist@gmail.com Review the IEEE Code of Ethics, learn a helpful aid to evaluate ethics issues when you encounter them, exercise through review and discussion of common situations encountered by engineers.

GEOTECHNICAL T -Use Geogrids to Improve Soft Subgrade Soil Under Unpaved Roads and Construction Sites, and

Under Paved Roads – Intermediate – 1 PDH By: William Maier; Tensar - wmaier@tensarcorp.com Attendees will learn to use geogrid to stiffen the base under unpaved roads, to stiffen all types of construction site soils, and to improve the base beneath paved roads. This instruction will highlight the benefit of using geogrid to improve performance of the construction site fill and to reduce construction cost.

T -Trenchless Pipe Rehabilitation - Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Gerald Kruegler; Precision Trenchless LLC – jkruegler@pim-inc.com Trenchless pipe rehabilitation utilizing UV Cured In Place Pipelining methods as well as GeoSpray Geopolymers.

T -Reinforcement Options for Improved Asphalt Overlayment and Improved Solutions for Hasty Pavement Repair – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Nicholas Reck; Tensar - nreck@tensarcorp.com & Doug McCluskey; EJ Prescott - doug.mcCluskey@ejprescott.com Attendees will learn to use high strength reinforcement to improve the performance of asphalt overlayment. Attendees will also learn how to repair surface damage to pavement using products that can be rapidly installed and which provide effective pavement repair.

MASONRY T - Masonry Repair and Restoration of Early 20th Century Transitional Masonry Buildings – Advanced - 1 PDH

By: Roy Ingraffia; International Masonry Institute – ringraffia@imiweb.org This presentation will focus on the performance issues associated with early 20th century masonry buildings and considerations for repairs. A historical overview of building design and detailing from that time period as well as a discussion of the associated material properties will provide the basis for understanding the types of problems that lead to visible deterioration. Particular attention will be paid to “transitional buildings”, which include mass masonry walls that that contain embedded steel and veneer anchorage systems. Insight will be presented on ways in which these original building materials interact over time and the proper methodology for selecting proper repairs. Specific information will be provided on repair materials and techniques that are suitable for these types of buildings and their construction types.

T - Designing and Detailing Durable Masonry Walls – Intermediate to Advanced – 1 PDH

By: Keith Lashway, PE; International Masonry Institute - klashway@imiweb.org A fast-paced seminar that reviews current industry recommendations for moisture, thermal and movement control of masonry walls.

MECHANICAL T - Super Guns – Part 3 - Overview of the Most Formidable Guns the World Has Seen – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: David Smith, PE; dcsmith155@hotmail.com Part 3 of this series will explore the mechanical and social impact of the development and use of these super weapons. In a departure from previous briefs, at least one of these guns was never intended as a weapon. As before, the sub-topics will include discussions on what set this weapon apart, fabrication, actual firing, objectives (impact (was objective met), and the technical significance of each gun.

T - Accommodating Pipe Movement / Noise & Vibration Attenuation– Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Christopher Wolak; Victaulic - Chris.wolak@victaulic.com Introduction to flexible grooved piping. Discusses now to design for thermal expansion, vibration attenuation, and sizemic. Will do a deep dive into thermal expansion compensation and go into real project examples.

T - A Fresh Look at Cast Iron – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Rob Schiavi, PE; GL&V - robert.schiavi@glv.com This seminar will review the benefits and trade-offs associated with cast iron focusing primarily on gray iron, ductile iron, and a brief discussion regarding compacted graphite iron. New developments in alloying will also be touched upon.

T - Venting Heating Appliances – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: James Molloy; Centrotherm Eco Systems - mpryce@centrotherm.us.com Hundreds of people die every year from carbon monoxide poisoning associated with improper ventilation. For engineers and contractors, it is vital to understand the vent material, appliance categories, and all the local rules and regulations prior to completing an installation. Let an expert from Centrotherm Eco Systems, manufacturer of the UL-1738 listed InnoFlue brand of polypropylene vent systems and accessories, provide you with the expertise you need to correctly and safely vent flue gases. From the first connection at the appliance all the way to outdoor termination, come learn to vent safely.

T - Numerous Lessons Learned from Biomass Heating System Commercial Installations in New York State – Advanced – 1 PDH

By: Khaled Yousef, PE, LEED AP, CEM, CDSM, GBE; Pyramid Energy Engineering Services, PLLC - Khaled.A.Yousef@gmail.com and Khaled.A.Yousef@PyramidEES.com This seminar shares numerous lessons learned from biomass heating system commercial installations pertaining to several High-Efficiency and Low-Emissions Biomass Heating projects. It covers varying sizes and a wide range of installations and layouts. Topics include system sizing, controls, systems integration between existing oil/propane boiler plants and the new biomass heating boiler plants, Commissioning (Cx), Testing, Adjusting and Balancing (TAB), Thermal Energy Storage (TES), hydronics, boiler venting, mechanical room layouts, differences between stick-built vs. containerized boiler plant options, and project roles and responsibilities from A to Z. Also included is a list of valuable conclusions, recommendations, suggested next steps, and valuable take home messages. This promotes well-integrated and holistic project development approaches to support successful biomass installations and the entire biomass heating industry. Finally, you will acquire other benefits and skills that will support you in your daily job besides biomass heating. If you are wondering whether or not to attend, the answer is absolutely yes, come and see it yourself”

F - Inhibited Glycol Heat Transfer Fluids – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Alfonso Sira; Houghton Chemical Corporation - asira@houghton.com We will cover types of glycol, applications, and good maintenance practices. The discussion will also include various regulation, health, and safety issues. This is a great seminar for engineers on a topic that is not commonly discussed.

F - Conceptual Discussion on Code, Design, and Installation Requirements of Duct Opening of Rated Construction – Intermediate to

Advanced – 1 PDH By: Douglas Page; DASNY - dpage@dasny.org This seminar will discuss the IBC (IMC) requirements for Fire, Smoke, and Fire-Smoke Dampers. A basic discussion of Code Requirements of wall and floor ratings is provided. Installation issues are provided with examples. Tools will be suggested to design, install, and inspect these dampers to meet Building Code requirements.

Other/Misc. Tracks F -Fire Protection: An Industry Refined by Necessity – Intermediate to Advanced – 1 PDH

By: Andrew Stercho, PE; EYP, Inc. - astercho@eypae.com Starting with the first automatic sprinkler standard in the 19th century and developing for more than a century, the current state of fire protection has been carved by both tragic incidents and innovative technology. This seminar will provide an overview of these fire protection systems, both active and passive.

F -Dig Safely New York / NYS Code Rule 753 – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Donna Shave; Dig Safely New York - dshave@digsafelynewyork.com Undergroud Damage Prevention is a shared responsibility. The training session will focus on the work habits and procedures that excavators should follow to help eliminate damage to underground facilities and avoid personal injuries.

STRUCTURAL F - Engineered Wood Products Basics - BLS 100 – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Drexel Hermann; Trus Joist Weyerhaeuser – drexel.hermann@weyerhaeuser.com This course gives a basic overview of structural engineered wood products and their applications. It points out some unique advantages of engineered lumber products and gives guidelines for proper installation. Also, discussed will be the new code and hot it effects joist. Participants will come away with a strong fundamental understanding of when and how to use engineered lumber.

F - Design/Build Replacement of the Kosciuszko Bridge Carrying the BQE I-278 – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Bala Sivakumar; HNTB Corp. - bsivakumar@hntb.com The new 1.1-mile eastbound I-278 BQE replacement bridge to connect Brooklyn and Queens is is NYSDOT’s largest design-build project to date and one of the first major cable-stayed bridges in the region. The project received an NTP in March 2014 with a completion date of March 2017. The presentation will discuss the design and construction of this project that is fast nearing completion.

F - High Performance Concrete Today – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: William Lyons, III, FACI; Euclid Chemical Company – wlyons@euclidechemical.com The presentation will highlight individual projects and how proper planning leads to excellent execution of concrete mixing, placing & finishing of concrete projects, both horizontally & vertically.

TRANSPORTATION F - Designing and Building Ferry Landing Safety Resiliency and Affordability – Advanced – 1 PDH

By: Mal McLaren, PE; McLaren Engineering Group – mcclaren@mgmclaren.com This presentation will discuss the science behind getting people safely, quickly and comfortably from vessel to shore. Also, Understanding the challenges and operations to safely design and operate Ferry Landings.

F - What Engineer’s Should Know About Alternative Fuel Vehicles – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Joseph Englot, PE; HNTB Corp. - jenglot@hntb.com The presentation will review the basic components and safety features of alternative fuel vehicles that have been manufactured to date and some lessons learned from research and operations. Needs are identified for the establishment of routine maintenance procedures, emergency response procedures and training for first responders, and risk analysis of vehicle behavior in fire events.

F -Understanding Traffic Data – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Michael Fay; NYSDOT - Michael.Fay@dot.ny.gov A description of the evolution of raw traffic count data from collection through review, analysis, and factoring to develop a reliable estimate of the Annual Average of Daily Traffic (AADT).

F -Manual for Assessing Safety Hardware (MASH) Time Line for Implementation – Intermediate – 1 PDH

By: Greg Kirchgesner; Xcessories Squared Development & Mfg., Inc; gkirchgesner@x-sqrd.com

Eberl Iron Works’ Traffic Safety Division will team up with Xcessories Squared to discuss the FHWA’s adoption of the new MASH Standards and how implementation of these changes will affect the future of roadside signage

F -Use of Computer Simulations for Analyzing Rail Operations & Schedules – Introductory – 1 PDH

By: Wes Coates; HNTB Companies - jcoates@hntb.com The presentation will discuss and demonstrate the concepts and principles of using computer simulations; including Berkeley Simulations – Rail Traffic Controller and other software for developing models of rail and rapid transit systems. A focus will be to show how using simulations track outages for construction activities can be analyzed to determine the impact on train performance and network operations. Additionally, the use of Train Performance Calculators will be demonstrated to show the time savings that can be achieved by using different stopping or schedule patterns.