The Difference Between Construction Engineering and Structural Engineering – Ep 039
In 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: Here Are Some of the Questions […]
The Benefits and Common Pitfalls of Mass Timber in Structural Engineering – Ep 038
Freepik In 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 […]
Equity in AEC and the Challenges Engineers Face in the Office Environment and the Trades – Ep 037
In 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 […]
How AI Might Affect Your Design and Forensic Processes as an Engineer – Ep 36
Image by vecstock on Freepik In 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: […]
The State of Structural Engineering in Higher Education – Ep 035
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: Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Drew in This Episode: The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and […]
How the Cloud Is Shifting the Way We Design – Ep 034
In 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: Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Sam Carigliano in This Episode:
Leading With Outcomes: Keys to Advancing Your Engineering Career – Ep 033
In 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 […]
Structural Redundancy in Steel Bridges: What You Need to Know – Ep 032
In this episode, we talk with Jason B. Lloyd, Ph.D., P.E., a Bridge Steel Specialist at NSBA. We found Jason through an article he wrote in the AISC magazine on redundancy in steel and, in this episode, we talk to him about redundancy in steel bridges, steel, and failure critical members. Engineering Quotes: Here Are […]
Designing Barrier Cables in Parking Garages – Ep 031
In this episode, we talk to Missy McMullen, Design Engineer at Lane Supply Inc., about barrier cables in parking garages, what they are, how they work, and how they can benefit the industry as we know it. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Missy in This Episode:
TSEC 30: Wind Engineering and Membership in ASCE SEI – Ep 030
In this episode, we talk to Antonio Zaldívar de Alba, a teacher and research assistant at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He talks about wind engineering and provides three great benefits that students can get by joining ASCE’s Structural Engineering Institute (SEI). Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Antonio Zaldívar […]
