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TSEC-The Structural Engineering Channel

TSEC 42: Seismic Upgrades To the Museum of Anthropology (MOA)

January 7, 2021 By EMI

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seismic upgrades

Photo by Brannen Bell, courtesy of the Museum of Anthropology at UBC.

In this episode, we talk to three people who are involved in seismic upgrades to a Heritage Designated World Recognizable Work of Architecture, the Museum of Anthropology (MOA) in Canada. They are Nick Milkovich, Principal at Nick Milkovich Architects Inc. Who is also the principal architect for the upgrade, Aletha Utimati, Project Manager at The University of British Columbia and for the Great Hall renewal project, and 5013 and Eric Karsh, a structural engineer and principal at Equilibrium Consulting Inc and a leader in timber engineering and construction. They talk about some of the seismic upgrades planned at the Museum of Anthropology.

Engineering Quotes:

Seismic Upgrades

Seismic Upgrades

Seismic Upgrades

Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Our Guests:

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Filed Under: TSEC-The Structural Engineering Channel Tagged With: Aletha Utimati, Arthur Erickson, Base Isolation, Closing the great hall, differential movement, Eric Karsh, Heritage Designated, high-risk areas, moving artifacts, Museum of Anthropology, Nick Milkovich, The Great Hall, traditional seismic upgrades, University of British Columbia, World Recognizable Work of Architecture

TSEC 41: An Overview of Masonry in Structural Engineering

December 24, 2020 By EMI

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masonryIn this episode, we talk to Brian Trimble, P.E., a director of Industry Development at the International Masonry Institute. He talks about masonry, optimizing structural masonry, the importance of teamwork, and why getting out in the field is so important in your engineering career.

Engineering Quotes:

masonry

masonry

masonry

Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Brian Trimble, P.E.:

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Filed Under: TSEC-The Structural Engineering Channel Tagged With: Brian Trimble, concrete finishing, get together collaboratively, getting out in the field, importance of teamwork, Industry Development, International Masonry Institute, load-bearing applications, masonry codes, Masonry in Structural Engineering, masonry material, optimizing structural masonry, Overdesign of masonry, Structural engineering, The Masonry Society, work with masonry

TSEC 40: Tips on Preparing for the SE Exam (From a Recent SE Examinee)

December 10, 2020 By EMI

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Preparing for the SE ExamIn this episode, I interview my co-host Mat Picardal, who recently took the SE Exam. He talks about his experience taking and preparing for the SE Exam, what the exam is, why it’s so difficult, and the benefits of earning a SE licensure.

Engineering Quotes:

Preparing for the SE Exam

Preparing for the SE Exam

Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Mat:

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Filed Under: TSEC-The Structural Engineering Channel Tagged With: advanced license, bridge design, future investment in your career, lateral and gravity, list of resources, long-term career goals, Mat Picardal, Mathew Picardal, Mathew Picardal P.E., MCSEASE study guide, PE license, Preparing for the SE Exam, SE Examinee, SE licensed structural engineer, self-studying, solving many problems, Structural engineering, taking a course, The SE exam

TSEC 39: The Difference Between Construction Engineering and Structural Engineering

November 26, 2020 By EMI

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construction engineeringIn this episode, we talk to Andrew (Drew) Twarek, a project manager at Ruby+Associates, Inc. Structural Engineers about construction engineering, what it is and how it differs from structural engineering. He also talks  about some of the top award-winning projects that he’s worked on in the past.

Engineering Quotes:

construction engineering

Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Drew Twarek about Construction Engineering:

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Filed Under: TSEC-The Structural Engineering Channel Tagged With: award-winning projects, Colorado Springs Utilities, connection design, Construction Engineering, Construction equipment loading, construction issues, construction process, construction repairs, Demolition design, erection procedure engineering, Inc., Mackinac suspension bridge, Ruby+Associates, solving structural engineering problems, stability analysis, Structural engineering

TSEC 38: The Benefits and Common Pitfalls of Mass Timber in Structural Engineering

November 12, 2020 By EMI

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Mass Timber in Structural EngineeringIn this episode, we talk to Ricky McLain, P.E., SE, who is the Senior Technical Director at Tall Wood, WoodWorks about mass timber in structural engineering — what it is, some of the common pitfalls for mass timber projects, and how structural engineers can play a significant role in setting a mass timber project up for success.

Engineering Quotes:

Mass Timber in Structural Engineering

Mass Timber in Structural Engineering

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

  • What is mass timber?
  • Why is mass timber suddenly so relevant to structures in the United States now?
  • How can a structural engineer promote the use of mass timber to their clients?
  • What are some of common pitfalls in a mass timber project?
  • How can engineers determine what products each manufacturer is producing?
  • How can structural engineers play a significant role in setting a mass timber project up for success?
  • In what ways can an engineer use mass timber as a differentiating opportunity for their business development strategy?

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

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Filed Under: TSEC-The Structural Engineering Channel Tagged With: benefits, building construction, business development strategy, commodity product, Common Pitfalls, cross-laminated timber, fire-resistant readings, global population, heavy timber construction, Mass Timber, mass timber manufacturers, mass timber project, Ricky McLain, Structural engineering, Tall Wood, timber elements, WoodWorks

TSEC 37: Equity in AEC and the Challenges Engineers Face in the Office Environment and the Trades

October 28, 2020 By EMI

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Equity in AECIn this episode, we talk to Jennifer Traut-Todaro. SE, LEED AP, a senior engineer at the American Institute of Steel Construction about equity in the AEC world. She expands on some of the challenges faced in the office environment and in the trades and how you can become more involved in the AEC Industry.

Engineering Quotes:

Equity in AEC

Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Jennifer:

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Filed Under: TSEC-The Structural Engineering Channel Tagged With: AEC, AEC Industry, AISC, American Institute of Steel Construction, architectural perspective, ASCE, Challenges Engineers Face, effectively communicating, equity, Equity in AEC, fabricators of steel, Jennifer Traut-Todaro, Office Environment, one-on-one teaching, skilled trade shortage, smaller workgroups, Trades

TSEC 36: How AI Might Affect Your Design and Forensic Processes as an Engineer

October 15, 2020 By EMI

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AIIn this episode, we talk to Dr. Badri Hiriyur, Ph.D., Vice President and Director of Artificial Intelligence at Thornton Tomasetti (TT) about the applications of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning in the AEC industry and how it may affect your design and forensic processes as an engineer.

Engineering Quotes:

AI

AI

Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Dr. Badri Hiriyur, Ph.D.:

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Filed Under: TSEC-The Structural Engineering Channel Tagged With: AEC Industry, AI applications, applications of artificial intelligence, artificial intelligence, Asterisk, automated problem solving, Badri Hiriyur, design decisions, Forensic Processes, general AI, machine learning, narrow AI, robotics, speech recognition, Structural engineering, T2D2, Thornton Tomasetti, visual recognition

TSEC 35: The State of Structural Engineering in Higher Education

September 30, 2020 By EMI

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higher education

Drew Dudley’s engineering students at the University of Houston

In this episode of The Structural Engineering Channel Podcast, we talk to Drew Dudley, P.E., SE, Vice President at Dudley Dunham Engineering and a lecturer at Texas A&M University, about the state of structural engineering and higher education.

Engineering Quotes:

Higher Education

Higher Education

Higher Education

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

  • The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)  and Structural Engineering Institute (SEI) formed a committee for the reform of structural engineering education. What is it and what is it focused on?
  • Are there any measures or actions that the committee is taking to change the masters course to a more practical course, rather than a research course?
  • Do you think that the 20-year plan is on track, as it is already 40% into the duration of the plan?
  • Is it better to do a co-op with one company or multiple internships with several companies?
  • Do you have any tips for students who are looking for co-ops or internships?

Here Are Some of the Key Points Discussed About Structural Engineering in Higher Education:

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Filed Under: TSEC-The Structural Engineering Channel Tagged With: 20-year plan, ASCE, co-ops, Higher Education, internships, masters course, Structural engineering, structural engineering education, Structural engineering students, The Reform of Structural Engineering Education, tips for students, Universities

TSEC 34: How the Cloud Is Shifting the Way We Design

September 17, 2020 By EMI

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cloudIn this episode of The Structural Engineering Channel Podcast, we talk to Sam Carigliano, CEO and co-founder of SkyCiv Engineering. Sam talks about how the cloud is shifting the way we design and also talks about programming in structural engineering.

Engineering Quotes:

cloud

cloud

creativity

Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Sam Carigliano in This Episode:

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Filed Under: TSEC-The Structural Engineering Channel Tagged With: cloud-based software, collaborative and productive, design, desktop to cloud-based, internet connection, New Technologies, programming in structural engineering, Sam Carigliano, shifting the way we design, SkyCiv, SkyCiv Engineering, Structural Engineering Design, Structural Engineering Industry, the Cloud

TSEC 33: Leading With Outcomes: Keys to Advancing Your Engineering Career

September 3, 2020 By EMI

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Advancing Your Engineering CareerIn this episode of The Structural Engineering Channel Podcast, we talk to Rens Hayes, Principal at H+O Structural Engineering, about strategic planning, organizational structure, leadership, management, and advancing your engineering career. Regardless of your current position and aspirations in your engineering career, if advancement is something you’d like to continue to pursue, this episode is full of big-picture insights that will help you see where opportunity for growth lies.

Engineering Quotes:

Advancing Your Engineering Career

Advancing Your Engineering Career

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

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Filed Under: TSEC-The Structural Engineering Channel Tagged With: big-picture insight, Engineering Career, H+O Structural Engineering, Keys to Advancing, Leadership, Leading With Outcomes, management, mission, opportunity for growth, organizational balance, organizational structure, Rens Hayes, strategic planning, values, vision

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