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The Structural Engineering Channel

Mathew Picardal, PE, SE & Alex Daddow•engineeringmanagementinstitute.org
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The Structural Engineering Channel (TSEC) focuses on helping structural engineering professionals stay up to date on technical trends in the field. Our hosts for the show, Mathew Picardal, PE, and Alexander Daddow, PE, CDT, interviews engineers ranging from recent engineering graduates to professionals from top engineering organizations on professional development topics for structural engineers to facilitate career advancement. Topics covered include but are not limited to performance-based design, fasteners and connections, post-tensioned structures, smart structures, tsunami modelling, earthquake engineering, software solutions, seismic design, blast resistant design, wood, business issues and professional development for structural engineers, how to specify things effectively, and more.
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5 Tips for Structural Engineers: Become the Best Version of Yourself – Ep 020

In episode 20 of The Structural Engineering Channel podcast, we talk with Stan R. Caldwell, P.E., SECB, a structural engineering consultant who primarily consults on construction litigation. After almost 50 years of managing and mentoring dozens of young structural engineers, Stan has seen firsthand the various struggles that engineers face in building successful careers. This […] The post 5 Tips for Structural Engineers: Become the Best Version of Yourself – Ep 020 appeared first on Engineering...

Mar 05, 2020•35 min

Engineers Week — Not Just a Week, but a Way of Life – Ep 019

In this episode of The Structural Engineering Channel podcast, we talk to Reed Brockman, Associate Vice President and Bridge and Tunnel Inspection Leader at AECOM. We discuss National Engineers Week (EWeek) and, more specifically, the importance of inspiring the youth of today to become more aware of engineering and the state of the infrastructure in […] The post Engineers Week — Not Just a Week, but a Way of Life – Ep 019 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute ....

Feb 20, 2020•28 min

Mentoring for Structural Engineers and a Special Introduction – Ep 017

If you know what your goals are and where you want to go, a mentor will help you get there quicker and help you become what you want to be. The post Mentoring for Structural Engineers and a Special Introduction – Ep 017 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute .

Jan 23, 2020•37 min

BIM and Collaboration Between Structural Engineers and Drafters – Ep 016

As BIM evolves into two groups, namely structural engineers and drafters, the groups need to start working closely together. When BIM tools get better, the BIM tools will link with structural analysis better. The post BIM and Collaboration Between Structural Engineers and Drafters – Ep 016 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute ....

Jan 09, 2020•38 min

Integrating Sustainability and Resilience into Structural Engineering – Ep 015

Practitioners, contractors and researchers should all work together to advance sustainability and resilience in our world. By spurring research through the Federal Government and industry support on the topics of sustainability and resilience pragmatic solutions will be developed. The post Integrating Sustainability and Resilience into Structural Engineering – Ep 015 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute ....

Dec 26, 2019•39 min

Key Takeaways from the 2019 NCSEA Summit – Ep 014

The NCSEA Summit is a structural engineering conference where professionals come together to share their experience and knowledge. It has sessions for engineers with different experience levels and from different industries; regardless of the industry that you’re in, you’ll get a really good overview it. The post Key Takeaways from the 2019 NCSEA Summit – Ep 014 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute ....

Dec 12, 2019•32 min

Twelve Firsts in Structural Engineering on the Halls River Bridge – Ep 013

A combination of beams was used in the construction of the bridge, including HCB beams, CFRP and GFRP strands and stirrups, and FRP bars and strands. That is what makes this project unique: every element has some form of FRP composite. The post Twelve Firsts in Structural Engineering on the Halls River Bridge – Ep 013 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute ....

Nov 29, 2019•38 min

Structural Engineering Career Fair Tips for Students – Ep 012

These tips will help you to prepare for that structural engineering career fair you are planning to visit and ensure that you make the most out of every moment, which in turn might just launch your engineering career. The post Structural Engineering Career Fair Tips for Students – Ep 012 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute ....

Nov 14, 2019•28 min

The Structural Engineering Engagement and Equity (SE3) Project – Ep 011

SE3 is about trying to attract and retain the best talent in the structural engineering industry, and make sure that every single engineer has equal access to success. The post The Structural Engineering Engagement and Equity (SE3) Project – Ep 011 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute .

Nov 01, 2019•34 min

The Design of Amusement Industry Roller Coaster Projects – Ep 010

Maser Consulting don’t over design and is very practical in what they are doing. We come up with what we think is the best, most efficient and safest solution for the public. The post The Design of Amusement Industry Roller Coaster Projects – Ep 010 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute .

Oct 03, 2019•28 min

The New ASCE Prestandard for Performance-Based Wind Design with Don Scott – Ep 009

Prestandards are not only to be used in tall buildings. It can be very beneficial for lower-rise buildings as well. One of the big benefits we see in it is how it is improving the envelope design for structures throughout the country. The post The New ASCE Prestandard for Performance-Based Wind Design with Don Scott – Ep 009 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute ....

Sep 20, 2019•35 min

CROSS (Confidential Reporting on Structural Safety) Is Now Here in the United States – Ep 008

CROSS has shown us a way through confidentiality and anonymity and having a sustained organization and effort to be able to do things more systematically and to encourage people to share lessons and failures in a way that they haven’t been able to do before. The post CROSS (Confidential Reporting on Structural Safety) Is Now Here in the United States – Ep 008 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute ....

Sep 05, 2019•45 min

Drones and Structural Engineering Inspections – A Marriage in the Making – Ep 007

It is definitely safer as well as more cost-effective to use UAVs for your structural engineering inspections. The decision to use drones for inspection purposes is definitely a case-by-case basis as every structural engineering project as well as bridges are different. The post Drones and Structural Engineering Inspections – A Marriage in the Making – Ep 007 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute ....

Aug 22, 2019•33 min

The Emotional Side of Structural Engineering – Ep 006

In episode 06 of The Structural Engineering Podcast, we talk to Zohaib Alvi, P.E about sustainability in Structural Engineering and more specifically about the emotional side of structural engineering and how important it is to embrace it as an engineer. The post The Emotional Side of Structural Engineering – Ep 006 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute ....

Aug 08, 2019•34 min

Mass Timber in Structural Engineering – It’s Not as Boring as It Sounds – Ep 004

The new code changes that will take effect in 2021 will allow mass timber buildings up to 18-story high. This may not be accepted by all municipalities and states, but 6-12 story building will certainly be allowed, which actually covers the highest market need. The post Mass Timber in Structural Engineering – It’s Not as Boring as It Sounds – Ep 004 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute ....

Jul 11, 2019•38 min

Here’s Why Base Isolation is Rarely Used in the United States — It Doesn’t Sell Units – Ep 003

We have the opportunity to see what resilience is and what the structural engineering profession means, not just for a building, but for the entire community which that building serves. It is important that the engineering profession as a whole take advantage of this opportunity and promote the value that engineers provide. The post Here’s Why Base Isolation is Rarely Used in the United States — It Doesn’t Sell Units – Ep 003 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute ....

Jun 27, 2019•32 min

The State of the Structural Engineering Industry from the ASCE SEI Structures Congress Part 1 – Ep 002

What excites me about structural engineers is the fact that we are bringing our professional associations closer together, and coming up with a common vision that that there are some challenges for the future. The post The State of the Structural Engineering Industry from the ASCE SEI Structures Congress Part 1 – Ep 002 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute ....

Jun 13, 2019•44 min

Introduction to The Structural Engineering Channel – Ep 001

In this first episode of The Structural Engineering Podcast, we would like to introduce the show, the hosts and our goals for making this podcast extremely useful to you and bring you information that could help you succeed in work and life. The post Introduction to The Structural Engineering Channel – Ep 001 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute ....

Jun 11, 2019•18 min
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