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TSEC 44: Concrete Sensors and the Maturing Method

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Concrete SensorsIn this episode, we talk to Jake Davis, Ph.D., a scientist with extensive experience in clean environmental science and technology from Hilti Concrete Sensors in Hilti North America. He talks about concrete testing technology, concrete sensors, and discusses the maturity method.

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Concrete Sensors

Concrete Sensors

Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Jake:

  • What are concrete sensors, and how do they work?
  • When using these sensors, do you use real-time strength calculations instead of doing break testing?
  • What is the concrete maturity method?
  • How do concrete sensors supplement traditional concrete testing or monitoring methods?
  • How do you see maturity meters technology affecting the construction industry, and how might it evolve further?
  • On which project types is this technology most impactful?
  • How does maturity meters technology fit in with design code?
  • What makes implementing the maturity method an attractive solution to the project?
  • How has the adoption of these technologies and the maturity method happened over the years?
  • How do you see this technology affecting the structural industry currently, and how do you envision it evolving in the future?

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TSEC 43: Evaluating Low Concrete Strength Results

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Concrete StrengthIn this episode, we talk to Matthew Karalus, P.E., a field technician from the ECS Group of Companies, about low concrete strength and some of the methods used to test for concrete strength.

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Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Matthew:

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

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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.

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Seismic Upgrades

Seismic Upgrades

Seismic Upgrades

Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Our Guests:

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TSEC 41: An Overview of Masonry in Structural Engineering

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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.

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masonry

masonry

masonry

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

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

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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.

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Preparing for the SE Exam

Preparing for the SE Exam

Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Mat:

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TSEC 39: The Difference Between Construction Engineering and Structural Engineering

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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.

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

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

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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.

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

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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.

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Equity in AEC

Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Jennifer:

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

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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.

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AI

AI

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

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TSEC 35: The State of Structural Engineering in Higher Education

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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.

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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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