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TSEC 04: Mass Timber in Structural Engineering – It’s Not as Boring as It Sounds

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In episode 04 of The Structural Engineering Channel podcast, we talk with Mikhail Gershfeld, S.E,  a Professional Practice Professor at Cal Poly, Pomona, CA. We talk about mass timber in structural engineering and some of the new and innovative things happening with this material that has been around for a very long time.

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Here Are Some of the Questions Asked in this Episode:

  • Tell us about how wood has been evolving in the last 20 years?
  • The panels are new to the US but have been used in Europe extensively. Why is it taking longer for US to use them?
  • How do these new panels offer aesthetic benefits?
  • Can you talk about the environmental benefits of wood?
  • How did the testing go with mass timber in regard to fire resistance, and is this a concern?
  • What organizations can provide assistance with using Mass Timber on projects?
  • Tell us about the new code changes that will take effect in 2021 with mass timber?
  • Can you talk about manufacturing facilities for mass timber?
  • What does the collaboration between the architect and engineer look like in regard to CLT?

Here Are Some of the Key Points Discussed About Mass Timber:

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TECC 206: The Truth About Engineering Partnership: The Good, The Bad, and The Potentially Ugly

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Engineering PartnershipIn this episode, I talk with Peter C. Atherton, P.E. who is the author of “Reversing Burnout: How to Immediately Engage Top Talent and Grow! A Blueprint for Professionals and Business Owners”, and the creator of the I.M.P.A.C.T. process. We talk about the truth behind engineering partnership or ownership: the good, the bad, and the potentially ugly.

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TCEP 121: From Engineer to CEO and Everything In-Between

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In episode 121 of The Civil Engineering Podcast, I will be bringing you with me to visit with William T. Thomsen, PE, who is the President and CEO of Urban Engineers of New York, DPC. We will be talking about his career journey and what has factored into his success and progression from engineer to Chief Executive Officer (CEO).  He’ll also talk about how his Engineering Management degree has helped him in his career.

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Engineer to CEO

Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Bill Thomsen, PE:

  1. Take us through your career progression from engineer to CEO?
  2. At what point in your career did you become part of the executive leadership team?
  3. What does it take to manage large scale projects like the ones you have managed?
  4. Your father was the President of a construction company, how did his career influence your career?
  5. You have a degree in Engineering Management, how has that degree helped you?
  6. What worries you about the Civil Engineering industry right now?
  7. Is it possible to have work-life balance as an engineering executive?

Here Are Some Key Points Discussed in This Episode About Going from Engineer to CEO:

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How to Build Genuine Inclusion into Your Corporate Culture

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How to Build Genuine Inclusion into Your Corporate Culture is a guest blog by Michael J. Carragher, P.E., VHB

Genuine InclusionAs engineers, we like hard lines and definition in our daily lives – spreadsheets, CADD drawings, checklists and things we can easily see and measure. While these characteristics support effective work products, they are often the traits that inhibit us from excelling in the more unstructured human factors that are crucial to organizational success. [Read more…] about How to Build Genuine Inclusion into Your Corporate Culture

TSEC 03: Here’s Why Base Isolation is Rarely Used in the United States — It Doesn’t Sell Units

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Base Isolation

The picture above features the The Los Angeles City Hall. This building was renovated which included seismic strengthening, life safety and accessibility code upgrades, and preservation of historically significant building elements. The plan also included base isolation of the structure.

In this episode of The Structural Engineering Channel podcast, we will be taking to Ronald O. Hamburger, SE who is a Senior Principal at Simpson Gumpertz & Heger and Evan Reis, SE, co-founder of the U.S. Resiliency Council. We will be talking about recent articles in the New York Times on the concept of base isolation, including the article: Buildings Can Be Designed to Withstand Earthquakes – Why Doesn’t the U.S. Build More of them?

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Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Our Guests in This Episode:

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TECC 205: Starting a New Job: How to Succeed Faster in the First 90 Days of Employment

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Starting a New JobIn this episode, you will be listening to a conversation between myself and Robert Moment, author of Starting a New Job: Career Planning and Job Promotion Tactics for Motivated New Employees who will provide you with some great tips when starting a new job. Regardless of your current career situation, you will find great value in these start-up strategies.

Don’t be afraid to give your best to what seemingly are small jobs. Every time you conquer one it makes you that much stronger. If you do the little jobs well, the big ones will tend to take care of themselves.  – William Patten

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Starting a New Job

Here Are 11 Success Strategies That You Can Follow When Starting a New Job:

1. Listen and Learn

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The Four Types of Problems Engineers Must Solve

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The Four Types of Problems Engineers Must Solve is a guest blog by Kyle K. Cheerangie, P.E.

In Your Engineering Work, Problems Will Arise Under Four Basic Categories, Namely:

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TCEP 120: The State of the Structural Engineering Industry from the ASCE SEI Structures Congress Part 2

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Structural EngineeringIn episode 120 of The Civil Engineering Podcast, you are going to hear interviews from my recent visit to the ASCE Structural Engineering Institute (SEI) Structures Congress. The interviews will cover both technical and professional development topics related to civil and structural engineering as well as personal development including effective communication skills for engineers.

This is the second of a two part series.  The first part can be found here on our new sister podcast The Structural Engineering Channel which you can find in iTunes here.

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Career Management – What Engineering Professionals Should Know

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This is a guest blog by Mary Jane Riccardi MBA, SPHR

Career ManagementManaging a career is not always an easy task. Maybe you are fresh out of school or just starting your engineering career. Or maybe you have several years under your belt and feel like you are doing the same things over and over again. Regardless of your current status, embracing your career management can be frustrating. How do you know where to start? [Read more…] about Career Management – What Engineering Professionals Should Know

TSEC 02: The State of the Structural Engineering Industry from the ASCE SEI Structures Congress Part 1

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Structural Engineering Industry

In episode 02 of The Structural Engineering Channel podcast, we will be taking you with us back to the ASCE SEI Structures Congress in Orlando where we interviewed some guests on the current state of the structural engineering industry. This is actually one of two episodes from ASCE’s Structural Engineering Institute(SEI Structures Congress). The other episode will be published on June, 19 on The Civil Engineering Podcast, in an effort to give the Congress more visibility.

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Structural Engineering Industry

Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Our Guests in This Episode:

  • What are some of the things that excite you about structural engineering?
  • How do you determine what you need to focus your time and energy on?
  • Talk about your thoughts on structural engineering being a commodity?
  • What is it like being a professor and working with students in the real beginnings of their engineering careers?
  • Do you think it’s important for structural engineers to gain practical experience in the field?

Here Are Some of the Key Points Discussed About the Structural Engineering Industry:

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