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TSEC 70: Lessons Learned From Our Top 10 Structural Engineering Episodes

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Top 10 Structural Engineering EpisodesIn this episode, we review our Top 10 Structural Engineering Episodes since this podcast started and talk about some of the great lessons we learned from those podcast episodes.

Here Are Our Top 10 Structural Engineering Episodes:

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TSEC 67: What Structural Engineers Should Know About the Evolving Construction Economy

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Construction EconomyIn this episode, we talk to Joseph (Joe) Dardis, P.E., a Senior Structural Steel Specialist with the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) in Chicago, about what structural engineers should know about the evolving construction economy.

Engineering Quotes:

Construction Economy
Construction Economy

Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Joe About the Evolving Construction Economy:

  • Can you provide more insights about what the building construction economy is looking like right now, the types of projects being built, and how it has evolved?
  • Do you think any project types will bounce back to the level of growth they were in 2019?
  • How did the sizes of projects evolve over the past few years?
  • What forces in the overall economy drive the evolution of what we build and how can a structural engineer prepare and adapt to these changes?
  • What do you predict the building market will look like in the future?
  • How are building materials used to address the evolving building market?
  • What can structural engineers do to help improve the construction industry?
  • How do you measure US economic health and how does this relate to the construction economy?
  • Are there any resources available that can help engineers understand more about the evolving building market?

Here Are Some of the Key Points Discussed About the Evolving Construction Economy:

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TSEC 63: Buckling Restrained Braces in Structural Engineering

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Buckling Restrained Braces

In this episode of The Structural Engineering Podcast, we talk to Maria Eugenia Chumbita, P.E., Vice President of CoreBrace, about the use of buckling restrained braces (BRB) in structural engineering, what they are, how they work, and the process involved in going from the design to the construction phase of projects. Maria also talks about the importance of communication and human connection and how that can improve the productivity of your team.

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

  • What are buckling restrained braces are and how do they work?
  • What are some of the requirements for designing with buckling restrained braces?
  • Can you please explain the process involved in going from the design to the bidding to the construction phase of projects?
  • How important do you deem personal development and human connection in the design world?
  • What are some of the lessons you learned from past projects you’ve worked on?
  • What piece of final advice can you give young engineering students who are considering a career like yours?

Here Are Some of the Key Points Discussed About Buckling Restrained Braces:

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TSEC 58: Innovation and Product Testing in Engineering

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product testing in engineeringIn this episode of The Structural Engineering Podcast, we talk to Annie Kao, PE, Vice President of Engineering at Simpson Strong-Tie about innovation and product testing in engineering and why seismic retrofitting is so important in structural engineering.

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

  • What would you say makes a good engineering leader?
  • What is your involvement in the research and development sector of Simpson Strong-Tie?
  • You are also responsible for innovation across all product lines at Simpson Strong-Tie. What does that entail?
  • Can you tell us more about the product testing and training that is done at Simpson?
  • What are some of the latest advancements in construction technology that have a direct impact on the structural engineering industry?
  • Why is seismic retrofitting important in structural engineering?
  • What advice can you give young students out there that might consider pursuing a career in the engineering industry?

Here Are Some of the Key Points Discussed About Innovation and Product Testing in Engineering:

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TSEC 57: Structural Engineering and the Surfside Building Collapse

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Surfside building collapseIn this episode, we talk to Emily Guglielmo, P.E., SE, the past president of the National Council of Structural Engineers Associations (NCSEA) and the Structural Engineers Association of Northern California (SEAONC), about building safety in response to the recent Surfside building collapse in Miami a few weeks ago. She will also talk about a structural engineer’s role post-collapse and how the collapse will affect our building codes.

Engineering Quotes:

Surfside building collapse

Surfside building collapse

Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Emily:

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Meet Cara Green, EIT – The New Co-Host for the Structural Engineering Channel Podcast

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The Engineering Management Institute recently invited Cara Green, EIT to become one of the The Structural Engineering Channel podcast. The show serves to bring important industry information, including technical and non-technical news, to practicing structural engineers worldwide.

“My number one goal with being the host of the Structural Engineering Channel podcast is to help engineers succeed in their profession, in the way they choose to succeed. The Structural Engineering Channel is a very interesting channel that addresses a lot of topics, and my hope is to continue that message to engineers out there. ” ~ Cara Green, EIT, Structural Engineering Trade Manager, HILTI North America

Cara will host The Structural Engineering Channel alongside Mathew Picardal, P.E. She is the Structural Engineering Trade Manager at Hilti North America.  [Read more…] about Meet Cara Green, EIT – The New Co-Host for the Structural Engineering Channel Podcast

TSEC 48: Resilience, Building Codes, and Free Markets in Structural Engineering

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Building CodesIn this episode of The Structural Engineering Podcast, we talk to David L. Pierson, PE, SE, SECB, Sr. Principal at ARW Engineers, about resilience, building codes, and free markets in structural engineering.

Engineering Quotes:

Building Codes

Building Codes

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

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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.

Engineering Quotes:

masonry

masonry

masonry

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

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TWiCE 15: This Week in Civil Engineering – Artificial Intelligence Detects Flooded Spots

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Artificial Intelligence

In this week’s episode, we provide you with the latest news in the Civil Engineering industry including covering how the researchers at Old Dominion University are working to develop a system that can — on its own, through artificial intelligence — detect spots that have flooded and send alerts to drivers notifying them of problems on their route. We also talk about how Olmsted County (Minnesota), Cenergy, and People’s Energy Cooperative has partnered to turn a contaminated site into new energy, and much more interesting stories.

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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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