Online Continuing Education Course Library for Architects, Engineers and Land Surveyors

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A Board Approved Continuing Education Sponsor for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
An AIA/CES Registered Provider for Architects (Provider #J681)

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Our professional development online courses cover architectural engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, mechanical engineering, structural engineering, chemical engineering, environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering, industrial engineering, power engineering, transportation engineering, highway engineering, agricultural engineering, manufacturing engineering, metallurgical engineering, mining engineering, nuclear engineering, petroleum engineering, sanitary engineering, material science.

Our continuing education online course topics include engineering ethics, professional conduct, project management, risk management, legal issues, expert witness, construction management, business management, cost management, professional ethics, leadership, IBC BOCA SBCCI IBCO ICC UBC ASCE IEEE ASME ASTM ANSI ASHRAE NORSOK standards, OSHA safety regulation, EPA guidelines, board law and rule, minimum technical standards for land surveying, HVAC, plumbing, pumps, valves, piping systems, control system, building automation, lighting, security, communication, surveying, mapping, land boundary survey, easements, vertical curves, horizontal curves, expert witness, GIS management and policies, GIS, GPS, bridge, roadway, water, wastewater, design-build, computer application, engineering software, MathCad, Excel spreadsheet, cold-formed steel design, steel structure, concrete structure, masonry, timber, wood, truss, joist, beam-column, fire wall, retaining wall, foundation design, sustainable design, building code, fire protection, life safety, hydrology, hydraulics, geology, flood management, landscaping, interior design, landscape architecture, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), accessible design, health, safety and welfare (HSW).

Free online course is available to new users. Corporate discount is available to companies with minimum three professional engineers, surveyors and architects.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: A101

CEU Course Title: Architectural Concrete

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 5 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 5 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.5 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 5 LU

Online Course Price: $129

PDH Course Description: Architectural concrete comes in many shapes and sizes, and is used for finishing or decoration on a building surface, as opposed to a structural use. This online course provides guidance for the design and construction of architectural concrete, including planning and design, forms, materials and proportions, batching and transporting, placement, curing and form removal, exposed aggregate surfaces, finishing, and quality assurance. The course materials are based entirely on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Engineering Manual EM 1110-1-2009: Architectural Concrete (1997 edition, 52 pages). This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: A101A

CEU Course Title: Architectural Concrete^{AIA HSW}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 5 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 5 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.5 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 5 LU

Online Course Price: $129

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: A102

CEU Course Title: Roofing and Waterproofing

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 8 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 8 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.8 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 8 LU

Online Course Price: $199

PDH Course Description: This online course provides guidelines for design of roofing and waterproofing systems for building construction. It covers design of new low-slope and steep roof systems, reroofing of existing buildings, and waterproofing, and dampproofing systems. The course materials are based entirely on the US military handbook MIL-HDBK-1001/5A: Roofing and Waterproofing. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: A103

CEU Course Title: Joint Sealing for Buildings

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This online course provides criteria for the design of building joints and for the selection of sealants to prevent entry of water, air, dust, light, or sound through the joints. The contents also cover joint movement, approximate joint dimensions, joint size, materials, and selection of sealants. The course materials are based entirely on the Technical Manual TM 5-805-6 of Department of the Army USA: Joint Sealing for Buildings This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: A103A

CEU Course Title: Joint Sealing for Buildings^{AIA HSW}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C101

CEU Course Title: What Engineers and Architects Need to Know about Finite Element Methods?

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $79

PDH Course Description: Finite element method is a powerful engineering analysis tool, and has been widely used in engineering since it was introduced in the 1950s. This course presents the basic theory and simple application of the finite element method (FEM) along with the common FEM terminology. The emphasis of this course is on the fundamental concepts of finite element analysis. A list of major finite element software is also presented in the course along with their features and capabilities. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C102

CEU Course Title: Environmental Protection Agency Spill Prevention Control & Countermeasure Plan

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: To safeguard the waters of the United States, licensed professional engineers must fully understand the EPA requirements and provisions contained in 40 CFR Part 112, Oil Pollution Prevention Act (Spill Plan Regulation). Most oil and petroleum storage facilities are required to have on file a SPCC Plan. This course will prepare engineers to be familiar with 40 CFR Part 112- Oil Pollution Prevention regulations and to have a better understanding of the requirements and other regulatory provisions for preparing Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans for the storage of petroleum regulated substances. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C102A

CEU Course Title: Environmental Protection Agency Spill Prevention Control & Countermeasure Plan^{AIA HSW}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: To safeguard the waters of the United States, licensed professional engineers must fully understand the EPA requirements and provisions contained in 40 CFR Part 112, Oil Pollution Prevention Act (Spill Plan Regulation). Most oil and petroleum storage facilities are required to have on file a SPCC Plan. This course will prepare engineers to be familiar with 40 CFR Part 112- Oil Pollution Prevention regulations and to have a better understanding of the requirements and other regulatory provisions for preparing Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans for the storage of petroleum regulated substances.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

This course is registered with AIA/CES as a continuing education course for architects, and qualifies for Health, Safety and Welfare (HSW) credits. Courses registered with AIA/CES are acceptable to all state licensing boards for architects.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C103

CEU Course Title: An Overview of Hazardous Gas Detection

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This two hour online course provides the student with a basic understanding of the current technology of hazardous gas detection. The theory of gas detection and the practical application of gas detection were discussed in the course. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C104

CEU Course Title: The Unique and Unusual Properties of Water

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: Water is one of the most common and ordinary substances that we encounter on a day to day basis, yet most people do not truly understand the significance that water plays in shaping our environment and in sustaining life. This course provides an introduction to some of the unique and unusual properties of water - the exceptionally high freezing and boiling points, high heat capacity, high latent heats of evaporation and fusion, and high surface tension. Brief discussions of general chemical bonding and the structure of the water molecule are included to explain the causes of these unusual properties. The course also includes discussion on the practical applications and the significance of the unique and unusual properties of water. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C105

CEU Course Title: Landscape Design and Planting Criteria

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 6 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 6 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.6 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 6 LU

Online Course Price: $149

PDH Course Description: Landscape plantings harmonize the development with the surrounding natural and human environment. The purpose of this course is to provide planting design guidelines for preserving and improving the quality of the visual environment; prescribes standard practices and techniques for planting and initial care of plant materials; and includes guidance for the selection and establishment of turf. The course materials are based entirely on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Technical Manual TM 5-803-13: Landscape Design and Planting Criteria (1988 edition, 102 pages). This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C106

CEU Course Title: Design of Small Water Systems

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 8 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 8 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.8 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 8 LU

Online Course Price: $149

PDH Course Description: This online course provides guidance and criteria for the design of small water supply, treatment, and distribution systems. Water quality, water quantity, water sources, water treatment, pumping, storage and distribution are discussed. The course materials are based entirely on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Engineering Manual EM 1110-2-503: Design of Small Water Systems (1999 edition, 83 pages). This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C107

CEU Course Title: Small Wastewater Systems

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 15 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 15 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 1.5 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 15 LU

Online Course Price: $349

PDH Course Description: This online course provides guidance and criteria for the design and selection of small-scale wastewater treatment facilities. Information necessary to select, size, and design such wastewater treatment unit processes, and guidance to generally available and accepted references including detailed design examples for such information are presented. The course materials are based entirely on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Engineering Manual EM 1110-2-501: Small Wastewater Systems (1999 edition, 221 pages). This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C108

CEU Course Title: Civil Works Construction Cost Index System

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: This course presents engineers and contractors with historical and forecasted cost indexes for use in escalating civil engineering and construction projects based on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Engineer Manual on Civil Works Construction Cost Index System (CWCCIS). The indexes presented in this manual are specifically designed for Civil Works construction, and are specific for each of the major Civil Works features. Only indexes for construction costs have been developed. The indexes are used to escalate or inflate various project cost features to current or future price levels in accordance with the above references. There are state adjustment factors included in this manual that allow a project estimated in one state to be adjusted to a project in another state. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C109

CEU Course Title: Conduits, Culverts and Pipes

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 8 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 8 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.8 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 8 LU

Online Course Price: $149

PDH Course Description: This online course provides guidance on the design and construction of conduits, culverts, and pipes. Design procedures for trench/embankment earth loadings, highway loadings, railroad loadings, surface concentrated loadings, and internal/external fluid pressures are presented. Life cycle cost and product service life of different materials are also discussed. The course materials are based entirely on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Engineering Manual EM 1110-2-2902: Conduits, Culverts and Pipes (1998 edition, 85 pages). This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C110

CEU Course Title: Painting: New Construction And Maintenance

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 10 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 10 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 1 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 10 LU

Online Course Price: $249

PDH Course Description: This course provides painting guidance to engineering, operations, maintenance, and construction personnel and other individuals responsible for the protection of structures based on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Engineer Manual on Painting - New Construction And Maintenance. It gives broad-base instructions on corrosion and corrosion protection using protective coating and state-of-the-art procedures that can be employed on Corps and other civil projects, which can aid in attaining better and, from a long-range viewpoint, more economical paint jobs. Although this manual is not intended to be a general textbook on coatings and coatings application, the complexity of the modern coatings field justifies something more than a bare, utilitarian approach to the presentation of useful information. Therefore, moderately detailed discussions of coating materials and characteristics of applied coating systems are included, even though their immediate usefulness may not be apparent to those who are interested only in "practical" information. Materials such as galvanizing, metallizing, and protective tapes are also discussed even though they are not commonly considered paints or coatings. The inclusion of these subjects illustrates that the protection of metal surfaces cannot logically be divided into precise, independent subjects. Because this manual will be used extensively as a reference it includes a complete topic index to facilitate locating specific information. In addition, Appendices will help locate references to particular standard specifications. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C111

CEU Course Title: Recreation Planning and Design Criteria

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 6 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 6 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.6 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 6 LU

Online Course Price: $149

PDH Course Description: This online course provides guidance to the planning and design of recreation areas, sites, and facilities. Basic design considerations for major components of recreation areas are presented. The objective of this course is intended to produce safe, efficient, cost effective recreation facilities that are accessible and enjoyable to all. The course materials are based entirely on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Engineering Manual EM 1110-1-400: Recreation Planning and Design Criteria (1987 edition, 63 pages). This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C115

CEU Course Title: Site Planning and Design

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 5 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 5 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.5 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 5 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: Site planning is the art of evaluating a site, determining an appropriate program of activity and organizing that activity on the site. Site design is the art of arranging facilities on the site in support of the desired activity. This course describes the site planning and design process used to develop a project which fulfills facility requirements and creates the optimal relationship with the natural site, and provides general site design guidelines and criteria for design of on-site vehicular circulation and parking. The course materials are based entirely on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Technical Manual TM 5-803-14: Site Planning and Design (1994 edition, 77 pages). This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C115A

CEU Course Title: Site Planning and Design^{AIA HSW}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 5 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 5 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.5 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 5 LU

Online Course Price: $119

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C116

CEU Course Title: Retaining and Flood Walls

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 15 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 15 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 1.5 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 15 LU

Online Course Price: $349

PDH Course Description: This course provides engineers and contractors with guidance for the safe design and economical construction of retaining and flood walls based on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Design Manual on Retaining and Flood Walls. This manual is intended primarily for retaining walls which will be subjected to hydraulic loadings such as flowing water, submergence, wave action, and spray, exposure to chemically contaminated atmosphere, and/or severe climatic conditions. Retaining walls are defined as any wall that restrains material to maintain a difference in elevation. A flood wall is defined as any wall having as its principal function the prevention of flooding of adjacent land. This course describes procedures for the design of retaining and flood walls on shallow foundations, i.e., bearing directly on rock or soil. A flood wall is treated as a special case of a retaining wall. Unless specifically noted, the guidance herein applies to both retaining and flood walls. Both geotechnical and structural aspects of wall design are included. Coordination between geotechnical engineers, structural engineers, and geologists in the design of retaining and flood walls is essential. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C117

CEU Course Title: Design of Sheet Pile Walls

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 6 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 6 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.6 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 6 LU

Online Course Price: $149

PDH Course Description: This course provides guidance for the safe design and economical construction of sheet pile retaining and flood walls based on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Design Manual on Design of Sheet Pile Walls. This manual provides information on foundation exploration and testing procedures, analysis techniques, allowable criteria, design procedures, and construction consideration for the selection, design, and installation of sheet pile walls. The guidance is based on the present state of the technology for sheet pile-soil-structure interaction behavior. This course provides design guidance intended specifically for the geotechnical and structural engineer. It also provides essential information for others interested in sheet pile walls such as the construction engineer in understanding construction techniques related to sheet pile wall behavior during installation. Since the understanding of the physical causes of sheet pile wall behavior is actively expanding by better definition through ongoing research, prototype, model sheet pile wall testing and development of more refined analytical models, this manual is intended to provide examples and procedures of what has been proven successful. This is not the last nor final word on the state of the art for this technology. We expect, as further practical design and installation procedures are developed from the expansion of this technology, that these updates will be issued as changes to this manual. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C118

CEU Course Title: Design of Pile Foundations

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 10 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 10 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 1 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 10 LU

Online Course Price: $249

PDH Course Description: This course provides engineers and contractors with design guidance and criteria for design of pile foundations based on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Design Manual on Design of Pile Foundations. This manual provides information, foundation exploration and testing procedures, load test methods, analysis techniques, allowable criteria, design procedures, and construction consideration for the selection, design, and installation of pile foundations. The guidance is based on the present state of the technology for pile-soil-structure-foundation interaction behavior. This manual provides design guidance intended specifically for the geotechnical and structural engineer but also provides essential information for others interested in pile foundations such as the construction engineer in understanding construction techniques related to pile behavior during installation. Since the understanding of the physical causes of pile foundation behavior is actively expanding by better definition through ongoing research, prototype, model pile, and pile group testing and development of more refined analytical models, this manual is intended to provide examples and procedures of what has been proven successful. This is not the last nor final word on the state of the art for this technology. We expect, as further practical design and installation procedures are developed from the expansion of this technology, that these updates will be issued as changes to this manual. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C119

CEU Course Title: Bearing Capacity of Soils

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 8 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 8 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.8 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 8 LU

Online Course Price: $199

PDH Course Description: This course provides guidance for calculation of the bearing capacity of soil under shallow and deep foundations supporting various types of structures and embankments based on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Design Manual on Bearing Capacity of Soils. This manual presents estimates of obtaining the bearing capacity of shallow and deep foundations for certain soil and foundation conditions using well-established, approximate solutions of bearing capacity. Principles for evaluating bearing capacity presented in this manual are applicable to numerous types of structures such as buildings and houses, towers and storage tanks, fills, embankments and dams. These guidelines may be helpful in determining soils that will lead to bearing capacity failure or excessive settlements for given foundations and loads. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C120

CEU Course Title: Technical Guidelines for Hazardous & Toxic Waste Treatment and Cleanup

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 15 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 15 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 1.5 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 15 LU

Online Course Price: $349

PDH Course Description: The purpose of this course is to provide design guidelines that will aid civil and environmental engineers in the selection of remedial actions at uncontrolled hazardous waste sites. Some site-specific remedial technologies, including containment, treatment, and disposal systems, are also discussed. The course materials are based entirely on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Engineering Manual EM 1110-1-502: Technical Guidelines for Hazardous and Toxic Waste Treatment and Cleanup Activities (1994 edition, 337 pages). This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C121

CEU Course Title: Ground Modification & Alternative Deep Foundations

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 7.5 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 7.5 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.75 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 7.5 LU

Online Course Price: $80

PDH Course Description: Ground Modification technology has advanced significantly over the last twenty-five years. Hayward Baker, a nationally recognized leader in this field, has played a key role through innovation and application of engineering expertise to solve the most challenging geotechnical engineering problems. Hayward Baker's seminar on Ground Modification is designed to keep the engineering community current with the rapid changes in ground modification technology. The main focus at the seminar is on Hayward Baker's Ground Modification and Structural Support Technologies and their role in design and construction of a variety of projects throughout the United States.

Ground Modification improves soil in place, which often affords a distinct economic advantage. In some cases, Ground Modification is the only technically feasible solution. Within Hayward Baker's range of techniques, a Ground Modification solution is available for the toughest soil and rock problems.

If you have already attended this seminar and would like to obtain a Certificate of Completion free of charge, please click on the following link:

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C121A

CEU Course Title: Ground Modification (at BE&K, Birmingham, AL)

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $80

PDH Course Description: Ground Modification technology has advanced significantly over the last twenty-five years. Hayward Baker, a nationally recognized leader in this field, has played a key role through innovation and application of engineering expertise to solve the most challenging geotechnical engineering problems. Hayward Baker's seminar on Ground Modification is designed to keep the engineering community current with the rapid changes in ground modification technology. The main focus at the seminar is on Hayward Baker's Ground Modification and Structural Support Technologies and their role in design and construction of a variety of projects throughout the United States. Ground Modification improves soil in place, which often affords a distinct economic advantage. In some cases, Ground Modification is the only technically feasible solution. Within Hayward Baker's range of techniques, a Ground Modification solution is available for the toughest soil and rock problems.

If you have already attended this seminar and would like to obtain a Certificate of Completion free of charge, please click on the following link:

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C121B

CEU Course Title: Ground Modification (Jackson, MS or Mobile, AL)

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $0

PDH Course Description: The main focus of the seminar will be Hayward Baker�s Ground Modification and Structural Support Technologies and the use of these techniques in design and construction in the Southeastern United States. Case histories will be included.

Hayward Baker provides a wide range of geotechnical engineering and construction services to improve soils in-place and to rehabilitate foundations. The techniques that will be discussed include Compaction & Jet Grouting, Soil Mixing, Stone Columns and Micropiles. Within our range of services, a Ground Modification solution is generally available for the toughest subsurface conditions.

If you have already attended this seminar and would like to obtain a Certificate of Completion free of charge, please click on the following link:

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C121C

CEU Course Title: Ground Modification (Charlotte, Greensboro, Raleigh, NC)

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $20

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C121D

CEU Course Title: Ground Modification - Specialty Geotechnical Construction Technologies (Charleston, Columbia, SC)

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $20

PDH Course Description: The main focus of the seminar will be Specialty Geotechnical Construction Technologies and the use of these in design and construction in the Charleston area. Case histories will be included.

Hayward Baker provides a wide range of geotechnical engineering and construction services to improve soils in-place and to both construct new and to rehabilitate existing foundations. The applications that will be discussed include Specialty Geotechnical Construction for providing improved shallow foundation support, liquefaction mitigation, excavation support, and underpinning. In addition, Case Atlantic, a leading installer of drilled shaft foundations, will present design and construction challenges. Both technical and economic aspects will be presented.

If you have already attended this seminar and would like to obtain a Certificate of Completion free of charge, please click on the following link:

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C121E

CEU Course Title: Ground Modification (Miami, FL)

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 1 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 1 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.1 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 1 LU

Online Course Price: $20

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C121F

CEU Course Title: Ground Modification (Chipley, Jacksonville, Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Orlando, FL)

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $20

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C121G

CEU Course Title: Ground Modification Alternatives To Steel Piles

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $20

PDH Course Description: The main focus of the seminar will be Hayward Baker�s Ground Modification and Structural Support Technologies and the use of these techniques in design and construction in the Northeastern United States. Case histories will be included.

Hayward Baker provides a wide range of geotechnical engineering and construction services to improve soils in-place and to rehabilitate foundations. The techniques that will be discussed include Compaction & Jet Grouting, Soil Mixing, Stone Columns and Micropiles. Within our range of services, a Ground Modification solution is generally available for the toughest subsurface conditions.

If you have already attended this seminar and would like to obtain a Certificate of Completion free of charge, please click on the following link:

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C121H

CEU Course Title: Ground Modification (Nashville, TN)

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $20

PDH Course Description: The main focus of the seminar will be Hayward Baker�s Ground Modification and the use of these techniques in design and construction in the United States. Case histories will be included.

Hayward Baker provides a wide range of geotechnical engineering and construction services to improve soils in-place and to rehabilitate foundations. The techniques that will be discussed include Compaction & Jet Grouting, Soil Mixing, Stone Columns and Micropiles. Within our range of services, a Ground Modification solution is generally available for the toughest subsurface conditions.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C122

CEU Course Title: Stormwater: The No Exposure Exemption for Industrial Activity

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This two-hour course discusses the No Exposure Exemption for stormwater permits that becomes applicable March 23, 2003. The requirement that an industrial facility must have "no discharge of pollutants in stormwater from industrial activities" is defined. The conditions that meet "No Exposure" are described. This information will be useful for any manufacturing facility that is considering or currently has claimed this exemption. This information also will enable the student to better understand material handling practices that protect the environment.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end that was designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C123

CEU Course Title: Principles of Water Conservation and Reuse

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This two-hour course discusses the principles of water conservation and water reuse. Water is vital to sustain life and economic growth. It is an increasingly scarce resource which requires careful management of all competing uses. This course will increase your awareness of the concepts of conservation and reuse, mainly focused on commercial and manufacturing facilities. Techniques for critically evaluating water use are described and some ideas on how to successfully implement saving programs are presented. Another benefit from this course will be awareness of water use that can be applied at home and can be shared with other water users. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end that was designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C124

CEU Course Title: An Introduction to Environmental Regulations for Manufacturers and Industry

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: This three-hour course introduces the environmental regulatory system in the United States. It presents an introduction to the major federal environmental rules affecting manufacturers and industry. This course is organized to present these rules as follows:

General requirements for chemical and materials management
Air quality and emissions control regulatory program
Water programs, including drinking water, stormwater, and wastewater
Solid and hazardous waste regulatory program

This course will be particularly useful for persons who work in manufacturing and industries who want to understand what rules may affect their operations, and it will help persons familiar with some but not all of these environmental regulations to broaden their understanding of the regulatory system. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C126

CEU Course Title: Engineering Use of Geotextiles

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: This online course describes various geotextiles, test methods for evaluating their properties, and recommended design and installation procedures. The contents cover physical properties, functions, design methods, design details and construction procedures for geotextiles as used in pavements, railroad beds, retaining wall earth embankment, rip-rap, concrete revetment, and drain construction. The course materials are based entirely on the Technical Manual TM 5-818-8/AFJMAN 32-1030 of Joint Departments of the Army and Air Force USA: Engineering Use Of Geotextiles. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C127

CEU Course Title: Water Supply: Sources and General Considerations

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: This online course provides guidance for selecting water sources and for developing suitable sources of supply from ground or surface sources. The contents cover water requirements, ground water and surface water supplies, water intake and pumping facilities, and water system design procedures. The course materials are based entirely on the the Technical Manual TM 5-813-1/AFM 88-10 of Joint Departments of the Army and Air Force USA: Water Supply Sources And General Considerations. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C128

CEU Course Title: Water Supply: Water Treatment

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 6 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 6 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.6 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 6 LU

Online Course Price: $149

PDH Course Description: This online course presents information on water quality standards and design criteria for water treatment processes. The contents also cover criteria to be followed in determining the necessity for and the extent of treatment, and procedures applicable to the planning of water treatment projects. The course materials are based entirely on the Technical Manual TM 5-813-3/AFM 88-10 of Joint Departments of the Army and Air Force USA: Water Supply, Water Treatment. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C129

CEU Course Title: Water Supply: Water Storage

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $39

PDH Course Description: This online course provides design criteria for water storage requirements. The contents include a typical design analysis for tanks and reservoirs, and provide guidance on the procedures to be followed in selecting sites for such storage works. The course materials are based entirely on the Technical Manual TM 5-813-4/AFM 88-10 of Joint Departments of the Army and Air Force USA: Water Supply, Water Storage. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C130

CEU Course Title: Water Supply: Water Distribution

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $79

PDH Course Description: This online course provides criteria for design and construction of portable water distribution systems. The contents cover pressure regulation alternatives, distribution mains, distribution systems pressures, service connections, distribution system equipment, distribution system design. The course materials are based entirely on the Technical Manual TM 5-813-5/AFM 88-10 of Joint Departments of the Army and Air Force USA: Water Supply, Water Distribution. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C132

CEU Course Title: Operation and Maintenance: Water Supply Systems

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 15 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 15 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 1.5 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 15 LU

Online Course Price: $349

PDH Course Description: This online course provides technical guidance for operating and maintaining water supplies, treatment plants, storage facilities, and distribution systems. The contents cover water sources, unit processes of water treatment, pumping, distribution and storage, valves and hydrants, meters, instrumentation and control, cross-connection control and backflow prevention, general maintenance, swimming pool operation, and safety and health. The course materials are based entirely on the US military Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC 3-230-02): Operation and Maintenance: Water Supply Systems. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C133

CEU Course Title: Operation and Maintenance: Wastewater Treatment System

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 12 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 12 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 1.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 12 LU

Online Course Price: $279

PDH Course Description: This online course provides technical guidance for operations and maintenance (O&M) of wastewater treatment systems. The contents cover regulatory compliance and monitoring; septic tanks; grease traps; oil/water separators; septage management; extreme climate operation; corrosion control; and chemical shipping and feeding. The course materials are based entirely on the US military Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC 3-240-03): Operation and Maintenance: Wastewater Treatment System. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C134

CEU Course Title: General Provisions and Geometric Design for Roads

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: This online course provides general provisions and geometric design criteria for guidance in the design of roads, streets, walks, and open storage areas. The course materials are based entirely on the Technical Manual TM 5-822-2/AFM 88-7 of Joint Departments of the Army and Air Force USA: General Provisions and Geometric Design for Roads, Streets, Walks, and Open Storage Areas. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C135

CEU Course Title: Pavement Design

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 6 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 6 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.6 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 6 LU

Online Course Price: $149

PDH Course Description: This online course provides guidance for design of pavements and supporting materials for roads, streets, walks and open storage areas. The contents include procedures for conducting preliminary site reconnaissance, traffic analyses, and criteria for the design of subgrade, subbase, base courses, flexible and rigid pavements. The course materials are based entirely on the Technical Manual TM 5-822-5/AFM 88-7 of Joint Departments of the Army and Air Force USA: Pavement Design for Roads, Street, Walks, and Open Storage Areas. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C138

CEU Course Title: MSE Walls

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 5 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 5 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.5 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 5 LU

Online Course Price: $139

PDH Course Description: Mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) retaining walls are growing in popularity. Variations on the basic design, including curves, tiers, railings, stairs, walkways and the like are making them more and more attractive to designers and architects. In this course you will find examples of the design of these walls and the principles which underlie those designs. You'll also become aware of some of the problems to avoid. The course assumes you already know how to design other types of earth retaining structures and that you understand some principles of soil mechanics. If you feel you need a refresher course, PDH Center offers an excellent course entitled Retaining and Flood Walls (C116) which covers MSE walls and many other types. This course emphasizes practical solutions for the day to day problems facing the practicing engineer or architect. Theories of earth science are mentioned but it is the application of those theories which is the focus of the course. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C139

CEU Course Title: Design and Permitting of Small Public Water Supplies in Florida (Chapters 64E-8, 62-550 and 62-555 FAC)

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 6 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 6 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.6 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 6 LU

Online Course Price: $149

PDH Course Description: Students of this six-hour course will benefit by becoming familiar with the Regulations of the Florida Administrative Code governing design and permitting of public water supplies and the resources available on the internet. This course includes a multiple choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C140

CEU Course Title: Contaminated Site Remediation Strategies Part I - Evaluation of Site Characteristics

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: This four-hour course, "Evaluation of Site Characteristics," is one of a series of courses prepared by the author on "Contaminated Site Remediation Strategies." The course series are designed to provide fundamental and practical approaches to the selection and design of remedial action and closure alternatives for contaminated sites. This course describes pertinent site characteristics and their relevance in selecting contaminated site closure options and remediation processes. The course is presented in five sections with example questions to facilitate reviews.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C141

CEU Course Title: Some Probabilistic Methods in Civil and Environmental Engineering

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: Dealing with uncertainty in engineering has been, and always will be a challenge. We can never predict certain things with absolute certainty so statistical methods will always be with us. Probability plays a major role in engineering. This course offers an introduction to some of the ways engineers use statistics in design and analysis. In it you will find examples and suggestions for way to broaden your knowledge of statistical concepts.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C142

CEU Course Title: Stormwater: Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans and Best Management Practices

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: This four-hour course includes three parts. Part 1 discusses the Storm Water Pollution Prevention (SWPP) Plan requirements for industrial facilities covered under the stormwater Multi Sector General Permit (MSGP). Part 2 discusses candidate Best Management Practices (BMPs) identified as applicable for stormwater programs at industrial facilities. These BMPs are specifically required under NPDES permits for stormwater discharges, as one part of the SWPP Plan. Part 3 includes several references to more detail on the topics in this course as well as related storm water management information. This information will be useful for any manufacturing facility or construction site covered by a MSGP or state equivalent. This information will enable the student to understand the requirements of the SWPP Plan, why BMPs are necessary, and when the various BMPs are most appropriate.

This course includes multiple-choice quiz that are designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C143

CEU Course Title: Air Permitting - Lesson 1 - Types of Permits

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: This three-hour course discusses the types of air permits that will be needed to comply with state and federal regulations. Requirements for filing air permit applications will be required for new facilities at new sites, new installations at existing sites, and changes that include modifications, reactivations, or relocations of existing emission sources. Since 1990, the EPA has been proposing and promulgating maximum achievable control technology (MACT) rules for the title V facilities that will result in changes to existing facilities just to comply. The MACT rule changes pioneered the concept of process changes as well as air pollution control equipment changes for compliance. The current requirements for air permitting now include existing facilities that will need to change processes or add-on air pollution control equipment. Permits are categorized as major, medium, and minor depending upon the category of the facility and the quantities of air pollutant emissions generated annually. This course will enable the student to comprehend the types of permits necessary when changing existing facility emission sources or adding new emission sources. Understanding these air permits will also enable the student to select the permit type for the facility.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C144

CEU Course Title: Air Permitting - Lesson 2 - Engineering in Permit Applications

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 6 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 6 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.6 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 6 LU

Online Course Price: $149

PDH Course Description: This six-hour online course discusses the types of engineering skills, duties, and responsibilities generally applied to the preparation of air permit applications. Filing air permit applications will be required for installing new facilities at new sites, installing new equipment or increasing production capacity at existing sites, and changing air pollutant emission discharges when modifying, reactivating, or relocating existing emission sources. State and federal regulatory agencies provide outlines, checklists, instructions, blank forms, environmental rules, and resource information to guide the permit writer. Permit applications are processed more efficiently when the technical information is based on sound engineering principles. The duties, tasks, and responsibilities of the engineer start with developing clear descriptions of the planned new or modified equipment, process changes, or air pollution control equipment based upon Information from qualified suppliers, from state and federal regulatory agency guidance documents, and from environmental rule requirements. After determining the specific reasons for the permit application, the engineer alone or as a part of a work team will collect data and details for the changes planned at the facility; calculate production capacities, emissions, and air pollution control equipment efficiencies; prepare site, process, and equipment drawings; compare the environmental plans with existing information available from many state agencies and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), complete the required permit application forms, and provide the assembly in the checklist order specified by the specific reviewing agency. This course will enable the student to learn the engineering tasks, duties, and responsibilities that apply to the preparation of air permit applications meeting the requirements of state and federal regulatory agencies.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C151

CEU Course Title: Design of High-Purity Water Systems

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This course examines the specifications for high purity water as established by various standards setting organizations such as The American Society for Testing and Materials, National Committee for Clinical Laboratory Standards, and the US Pharmacopoeia. In addition, the course examines the nature of water, the types of contaminants in water, and treatment methods for the control of contaminants in water. The design of most high purity water systems consists of a number of treatment methods integrated together to achieve the water quality objectives. The course examines common high purity water system process designs used to meet the various water quality specifications.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C152

CEU Course Title: Rock Foundations

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 12 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 12 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 1.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 12 LU

Online Course Price: $279

PDH Course Description: This course provides engineers and contractors with design guidance and technical criteria for design of rock foundations based on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Engineer Manual on Rock Foundations. The manual provides a minimum standard to be used for designing a satisfactory rock foundation for the usual situation. It discussed design considerations, factor of safety, construction considerations, and selection of appropriate geotechnical instrumentation. The manual provides guidance on site investigation techniques and procedures, rock mass characterization and classification schemes, foundation deformation, sliding stability assessment, cut slope stability, and settlement and foundation bearing capacity. It also discusses conditions that cause construction or operation problems in rock foundation, such as underground cavities; swelling and squeezing rock, and gradational soil-rock contacts, rock weathering, saprolites, and residual soils. Unusual or special site, loading, or operating conditions may warrant sophisticated analytical designs that are beyond the scope of this manual.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C153

CEU Course Title: Rock Reinforcement

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 10 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 10 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 1 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 10 LU

Online Course Price: $199

PDH Course Description: This course provides engineers and geologists with design guidance on the techniques and procedures of rock reinforcement for underground and surface structures in civil engineering works. The course materials are based entirely on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Engineering Manual EM 1110-1-2907: Rock Reinforcemnt. The manual discusses various reinforcing techniques using tensioned rock bolts, untensioned reinforcement elements, high capacity tensioned rock anchors and surface treatment. The appendices of the manual covers the background and history of rock reinforcement and provides sample specifications for rock bolts and anchors.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C155

CEU Course Title: Earth Pressure and Retaining Wall Basics for Non-Geotechnical Engineers

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This course is intended for a wide range audience and in particular, the non-geotechnical engineer. Therefore it is not an exhaustive review of the subject. The objective of the course is to discuss the three types of lateral earth pressure (at rest, active and passive) that apply to a wall and describe how each is calculated. The course then uses this information and discusses the method of calculating the active earth pressure force using the Rankine and Coulomb methods described in this course. The method for calculating the factors of safety for sliding, overturning and bearing capacity are discussed. Basic examples are provided to illustrate the concepts.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C156

CEU Course Title: Coastal Terminology and Geologic Environments

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: This course is one of a series of courses that provide an overview of coastal geology and a discussion of data sources and study methods applicable to coastal geological field studies. The course materials are based entirely on Chapter 2 of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Engineering Manual EM 1110-2-1810 Coastal Geology, which provides general background information on coastal nomenclature and concepts like datums and water levels. It also discusses waves and tides and changes in sea level - processes which cause geologic change in the coastal zone. The intent is to give a reader a basic understanding of some of the processes which cause coastal change and serve as a foundation for the discussions of specific coastal features in the other courses of the series.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C157

CEU Course Title: Coastal Classification and Morpholgy

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 5 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 5 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.5 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 5 LU

Online Course Price: $129

PDH Course Description: This course is one of a series of courses that provide an overview of coastal geology and a discussion of data sources and study methods applicable to coastal geological field studies. The course materials are based entirely on Chapter 3 of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Engineering Manual EM 1110-2-1810 Coastal Geology, which discusses the coastal classification scheme of Francis Shepard. In addition, discussions and examples of specific coastlines are given following Shepard�s outline.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C158

CEU Course Title: Coastal Morphodynamics

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 7 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 7 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.7 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 7 LU

Online Course Price: $169

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C159

CEU Course Title: Coastal Geological Investigations

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 10 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 10 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 1 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 10 LU

Online Course Price: $249

PDH Course Description: This course is the last one of a series of courses that provide an overview of coastal geology and a discussion of data sources and study methods applicable to coastal geological field studies. The course materials are based entirely on Chapter 5 of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Engineering Manual EM 1110-2-1810 Coastal Geology, which discusses about sources, analysis and interpretation of coastal information.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C160

CEU Course Title: Alternative Stormwater Management: Low Impact Development

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 10 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 10 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 1 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 10 LU

Online Course Price: $249

PDH Course Description: This 10-hour course provides guidance for the application and design of the alternative stormwater management techniques of Low Impact Development (LID). The course content is based on the Prince George's County Maryland publication Low Impact Development Design Strategies: An Integrated Design Approach 1999 (150 pages). This publication introduces the goals of LID, presents the methodology of LID site planning, teaches how hydrologic methods can be used in LID design, and provides information to select and implement site specific integrated management practices.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C161

CEU Course Title: Response to Oil Spills

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This two-hour course introduces planning and techniques for response to oil spills. It describes key factors for contingency planning, presents an introduction to the National Response System, and summarizes factors to be considered for shoreline cleanup of an oil spill. Response approaches are described with some detail on when and why they can be effective. The course introduces the National Contingency Plan Product Schedule which identifies additives that are available for responding to an oil spill.

This course will be particularly useful for persons responsible for preparing and implementing response programs such as Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans, Best Management Practices (BMP) Plans, and Storm Water Pollution Prevention (SWPP) Plans. The course also will be useful for understanding the National Response System and the role of government agencies in response to an oil spill.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz that was designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C162

CEU Course Title: Confined Disposal of Dredged Material

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This course provides guidance and evaluation of dredged material disposal and disposal alternatives. While selection of dredging equipment is important for economic dredging, the selection of a disposal alternative is of equal or greater importance in determining viability of the project especially from an environmental standpoint. The design, operation and maintenance, management and productive use of confined dredged material disposal areas are presented. The course will enable the student to understand the procedures and importance of data gathering, sediment characterization and disposal site foundation conditions involved in the design of containment areas, retention dikes and storage capacity estimates.

The course is based on Engineer Manual EM 1110-2-5025 US Army Corps of Engineers, Dredging and Dredged Material Disposal, chapters 1 and 4. A multiple-choice quiz is included at the end of the course to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C163

CEU Course Title: Beneficial Use of Dredged Material

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This two-hour course provides an overview for the planning, design and selection of dredged material as a manageable, beneficial resource as an alternative to normal methods of disposal. Land creation with dredged material often consists of filling, raising and protecting areas that are periodically submerged. The type of areas considered in this course are parks, agricultural, forest, solid waste landfill, industrial, commercial and residential use. Habitat development, which includes wetland, island and aquatic habitats, is not discussed here. You are required to study the following US Army Corps of Engineers Manual: Chapters 1- 3, 11- 13 and 15 of Beneficial Use of Dredged Material EM 1110-2-5026 (1987 Edition, 66 pages).

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C164

CEU Course Title: Soil Stabilization for Pavements

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: This three-hour course discusses criteria and methods for improving soil characteristics by the alteration or modification of one or more of a soil properties for improved performance of roads and airfield pavements. Stabilization can be used for sub-grade materials ranging from expansive clays to granular materials. A wide selection of processes and materials are available for the engineer. The course will describe the types of available additives used for different types of soil, the quantity to use and the methods of construction used to blend the additives and soil. Soil additives discussed here include portland cement, lime, flyash, bitumen and combinations of two or more these additives. You are required to study the following Technical Manual: Soil Stabilization for Pavements TM 5-822-14/ AFJMAN 32-1019 of the joint departments of the Army and the Air Force (1994 edition, 57pages).

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C165

CEU Course Title: General Principles of Pumping Station Layout

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This two-hour online course provides general guidance and principles that should be considered and evaluated during the design and layout of flood control pumping stations. The principles are necessary to produce an economical, efficient and dependable pumping station. The general principles for pumping station design and layout for sumps, types of discharge and arrangements, types of pumps, types of sumps along with environmental, power and access considerations are discussed. The course covers a wide range of pumping station features: types of pumps, pumping station floor elevations, sump sizes, discharge pipe elevations, siphons and emergency closures. At the conclusion of this course the student will be familiar with the general principles that determine the location, site selection and various types of pumping stations and understand the basic pump station auxiliary equipment such as cranes, trash rakes, fire protection and heating and ventilation.

You are required to study the US Army Corps of Engineers Manual, �General Principles of Pumping Station Design and Layout�, EM 1110-2-3102 (1995 Edition, 33 pages), PDF file. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C166

CEU Course Title: Alternative Slope Stabilization Techniques: Soil Bioengineering

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: Soil Bioengineering is an integrated design technique that combines living biological elements and engineering design methods to protect slopes and reduce erosion. Soil Bioengineering can be an effective low-cost solution to slope and erosion problems where site access is difficult and where site aesthetics require a more natural appearance. This online course provides guidance for the application and design of the alternative slope stabilization techniques of Soil Bioengineering. The course introduces the goals, describes the design methodology, teaches about construction methods, and provides information to select and implement soil bioengineering for slope stabilization.

The course content is based on the Natural Resources Conservation Service Engineering Field Handbook Chapter 18 Soil Bioengineering for Upland Slope Protection and Erosion Reduction (61 pages). This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C167

CEU Course Title: Field Compaction Methods for Soils

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 1 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 1 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.1 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 1 LU

Online Course Price: $29

PDH Course Description: This hour online course discusses the methods involved in Field Compaction for Soils. The subgrade is the first line of support for roadways, bridges, runways, etc. It is important that during the placement of earth backfill that the subgrade be compacted to the minimum requirements as determined by the engineer. This course will introduce the engineer to the most widely used methods for compacting subgrades and their importance in the construction of various structures.

This course requires that the readers have access to the following AASHTO or ASTM standards: Standard Test for Laboratory Compaction Characteristics of Soil Using Modified effort, (ASTM D-698 and AASHTO T-180) or Standard Test for Laboratory Compaction Characteristics of Soil Using Standard effort (ASTM D-1557 and AASHTO T-99).

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C167S

CEU Course Title: M�todos De la Compactaci�n Del Campo para los Suelos

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 1 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 1 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.1 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 1 LU

Online Course Price: $29

PDH Course Description: La compactaci�n del suelo se ocurre durante las primeras etapas de un proyecto de construcci�n. El grado de compactaci�n del suelo pod�a determinar f�cilmente la vida de estructuras grandes o peque�as desde las estructuras residenciales, almacenes, estacionamientos, pistas de aterrizaje, carreteras, etc. Este curso presenta los fundamentos del campo de compactaci�n del suelo desde el an�lisis del laboratorio hasta las pruebas de la compactaci�n. Una prueba est� incluida al final para ayudar en el entendimiento del material del curso.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C168

CEU Course Title: Monitoring Well Design, Installation and Reporting Guidelines at HTRW Sites

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: This three-hour course provides general guidance for the design, installation and reporting of borings, monitoring wells and other associated geotechnical activities and devices at hazardous, toxic and radioactive waste (HTRW) project sites. To accurately characterize a HTRW site, the procedures for drilling, well installation and sampling must be standardized, documented and followed concisely. Only chemical issues related to HTRW work are covered in this course. Biological issues are discussed in other sources as referenced below.

This course is based primarily on chapters 1 - 8 of the US Army Corps of Engineers Manual, "Monitoring Well Design, Installation and Documentation at Hazardous, Toxic and Radioactive Waste Sites", EM 1110-1-4000 (1998 Edition, 51 pages).

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C169

CEU Course Title: Contaminated Soil Excavations, Planning and Managing to Minimize Cost

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 8 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 8 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.8 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 8 LU

Online Course Price: $199

PDH Course Description: This 8-hour course provides a basic understanding and guidelines for managing contaminated soil removal operations, such as those due to historical practices at industrial facilities or military bases. This course is applicable to sites whether regulated under CERCLA, RCRA, or under State jurisdictions. Methods and lessons learned for conducting these operations are provided, from the basic approach for setting up the effort, to implementing proven techniques for reducing costs and avoiding pitfalls common to these operations. Proper management of these projects is often underestimated because of the perceived simplicity of excavation operations in general. If you are a manager of a facility where removal operations are planned, or a cleanup contractor, chances are that you �don�t know what you don�t know� about these efforts, and this course will certainly pay for itself many times over.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C170

CEU Course Title: Hazardous and Toxic Waste Disposal Technologies

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This two-hour course provides general guidelines for the engineered disposal of hazardous and toxic waste (HTW) at uncontrolled hazardous waste sites. The guidelines are intended for the selection of remedial actions and treatment of hazardous waste contaminants by constructing and operating waste landfills. Landfills present two types of environmental risks. Potential mismanagement of reactive, ignitable or incompatible wastes could result in fires, explosions or toxic fume releases. Leachate, runoff or wind erosion can contaminate the subsoil, groundwater and nearby surface water. Remedial actions performed at a contaminated site must comply with federal and state regulations.

The student will become familiar with the general guidelines and techniques for the design and installation of land waste disposal areas and deep well injection systems used for the disposal of hazardous waste. Deep well injection is considered as an optional method to land disposal. Basic design elements of landfills, advantages and disadvantages of landfill disposal systems and consideration of the specific site conditions to assure sound engineering solutions in order to forestall problems or litigation are discussed. The methods and basics of incineration and thermal desorption methods and their uses for disposing of contaminated material in waste landfills are also discussed.

You are required to study chapter 5 of the US Army Corps of Engineers Manual, �Technical Guidelines for Hazardous and Toxic Waste Treatment and Cleanup Activities�, EM 1110-1-502 (1994 Edition, 16 pages). Also included in the course study are articles by FRTR Remedial Technology, �Incineration� (5 pages) and Technology Tree, �Thermal Desorption� (2 pages). All material for this course is in PDF file format.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C171

CEU Course Title: Streambank and Shoreline Protection

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 6 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 6 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.6 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 6 LU

Online Course Price: $149

PDH Course Description: Streambank and shoreline erosion can significantly impact: water quality, wildlife habitat, and structures adjacent to our rivers and lakes. Streambank and shoreline protection methods require a careful assessment of the problems at hand and the methods of treatment. This course provides guidance for the application and design of streambank and shoreline protection. Both vegetative methods and structural methods are presented.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C172

CEU Course Title: Understanding the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) Part I

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 8 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 8 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.8 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 8 LU

Online Course Price: $199

PDH Course Description: Traffic control is of great importance in traffic engineering. The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) is a guideline that promotes the safe and efficient movement of traffic. This manual gives guidelines for the placement of highways signs, stripping, signaling, and much more. This course will provide the reader with the knowledge to use the basic principles of the MUTCD. The course materials are based solely on the 2003 edition MUTCD for Streets and Highways.

This 8 hour online course is the first part of a 3 part series and will introduce to the reader the methods involved in designing the traffic control for highways and streets using the MUTCD.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C173

CEU Course Title: Understanding the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) Part II

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 8 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 8 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.8 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 8 LU

Online Course Price: $199

PDH Course Description: Traffic control is of great importance in traffic engineering. The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) is a guideline that promotes the safe and efficient movement of traffic. This manual gives guidelines for the placement of highways signs, stripping, signaling, and much more. This course will provide the reader with the knowledge to use the basic principles of the MUTCD. The course materials are based solely on the 2003 edition MUTCD for Streets and Highways. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C174

CEU Course Title: Understanding the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) Part III

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: Traffic control is of great importance in traffic engineering. The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) is a guideline that promotes the safe and efficient movement of traffic. This manual gives guidelines for the placement of highways signs, stripping, signaling, and much more. This course will provide the reader with the knowledge to use the basic principles of the MUTCD. The course materials are based solely on the 2003 edition MUTCD for Streets and Highways. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C175

CEU Course Title: Hazardous and Toxic Waste Treatment of Soils & Sludges

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: This three-hour online course provides general guidelines for the treatment of hazardous and toxic waste (HTW) at uncontrolled hazardous waste sites. The guidelines are intended for the selection of remedial actions and treatment of hazardous waste contaminants by various biological, chemical, physical or thermal methods or combinations of them. Treatment of contaminated soils and sludges by biological treatment, thermal desorption, solidification/stabilization, incineration and evaporation methods are discussed in this course. Treatments of liquid wastes are not discussed here. Several methods such as, biological and stabilization/solidification however are applicable for treating contaminated liquid wastes. Remedial actions performed at a contaminated site must comply with federal and state regulations.

The student will become familiar with several methods used for treating contaminated soils and sludges at hazardous and toxic waste sites. The basic guidelines for O&M of a treatment method, their advantages and disadvantages and guidance in the selection of the most appropriate method for treatment are discussed. Potential environmental risks caused by treatment, measures for minimizing risks and beneficial uses for a treatment�s final product are also discussed.

You are requested to study Chapter 4, sections II and III of the US Army Corps of Engineers Manual, �Technical Guidelines for Hazardous and Toxic Waste Treatment and Cleanup Activities�, EM 1110-1- 502 (1994 Edition, 43 pages).

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C176

CEU Course Title: Guidelines for Hazardous and Toxic Waste Collection and Removal

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: This three-hour online course provides general guidelines and techniques for the management and cleanup of uncontrolled hazardous and toxic waste (HTW) sites for the protection of public health and the environment. The guidelines discussed pertain to the remediation of on site contamination by the collection and removal of wastes, soils, sediments, liquids and sludges. Techniques for remediation of contaminated drums, tanks, lagoons, landfills, soils and structures are discussed in this course. Remedial actions performed at a contaminated site must comply with federal and state regulations.

The student will become familiar with several methods and techniques used to collect and remove contaminated wastes, soil and sludges at hazardous and toxic waste sites (HTW). HTW disposal sites include contaminated drums, tanks, lagoons, landfills and structures. The student will understand the importance for proper management of collection and removal activities and for not mixing incompatible waste together. The basic guidelines for the O&M of a treatment method, guidance in the selection of the most appropriate method for treatment and their advantages and disadvantages are discussed. Potential environmental risks caused by a treatment methods and measures available for minimizing risks are discussed.

You are requested to study Chapter 3, section I of the US Army Corps of Engineers Manual, �Technical Guidelines for Hazardous and Toxic Waste Treatment and Cleanup Activities�, EM 1110-1- 502 (1994 Edition, 38 pages), PDF file.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C177

CEU Course Title: Control of Water Terrorism Agents

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: With the war on terrorism comes a heightened sense of concern and anxiety over the potential threat of water terrorism. This could take the form of destruction of essential infrastructure or the intentional contamination of a water supply. This course investigates the threat of a number of potential chemical and biological agents. In addition, the course examines the current technology available for the control and mitigation of water terrorism agents.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C178

CEU Course Title: Guidelines for Contaminated Ground Water Plume Management

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: This three-hour online course provides general guidelines and techniques for management of contaminated ground water plumes at uncontrolled hazardous and toxic waste sites. The management methods include extraction/injection well systems, subsurface barrier systems such as slurry trench cutoff walls, grout curtains, membrane and synthetic sheet curtains, sheet pile cutoff walls and pumping systems combined with subsurface barriers. Gravity systems, seepage basins, subsurface drains and drainage ditches and ground water barrier combinations are also discussed. Remediation controls for surface water and gas emissions are not discussed here. Remedial actions performed at a contaminated site must comply with federal and state regulations.

The student will become familiar with methods and techniques used to treat and manage contaminated ground water plumes at hazardous and toxic waste sites (HTW). Ground water plumes can contain contaminants like volatiles, soluble organic, corrosive acids and alkalis. The student will understand the design and construction of deep well and extraction/injection well pumping systems, ground water barriers including slurry trench and sheet pile cutoff walls, grout curtains and membrane sheet curtains. Subsurface barriers use in combination with pumping systems are discussed. The basic guidelines for the O&M of a treatment method, guidance in the selection of the most appropriate method for treatment and their advantages and disadvantages are discussed. Potential environmental risks caused by the remedial activities and measures to take to minimize the risks are discussed.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C179

CEU Course Title: Surface Water and Gas Control Guidelines for HTW Sites

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: This three-hour online course provides general guidelines and techniques to manage surface water and gas emissions at uncontrolled hazardous and toxic waste (HTW) sites. Surface water management is necessary to reduce erosion and to control contaminant, leachate and gas migration. Management methods discussed include earth berms and levees, terraces and benches, disposal site surface grading and sealing, revegetation and passive and active gas control systems. Gravity systems including drainage ditches, seepage basins, sedimentation basins, flumes and combinations of these systems are discussed. The student will become familiar with methods and techniques used to manage surface drainage and leachate at hazardous and toxic waste (HTW) sites. The purpose is to reduce erosion, water ponding, runoff and infiltration of contaminated waste into downstream water or streams. The student will better understand the application of interception or diversion methods such as ditches, berms, flumes, terraces and benches and seepage and sedimentation basins. Other techniques for erosion protection, sealing and revegetation are discussed and describe chemical stabilizers, synthetic membranes, soil cement and asphalt concrete. The student will also become familiar with the gas generation and migration process and the basic components and construction considerations of various management systems. Also considered are the proper steps, materials and plants used to reestablish vegetation for erosion control and possible reuse of waste sites. Basic guidance in the selection of the most appropriate method to use and their advantages and disadvantages are discussed.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C180

CEU Course Title: Fluvial Geomorphology and Natural Channel Design

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 10 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 10 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 1 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 10 LU

Online Course Price: $249

PDH Course Description: Natural channel design has become extremely popular amongst the stream restoration community. Natural channel design shifts the focus from the traditional engineering goal of maximizing conveyance, to creating a channel with long-term stability and ecological value. The understanding of fluvial geomorphology is critical to success of Natural Channel Design projects. Streambank restoration requires a careful assessment of the problems at hand and evaluation of the activities needed to bring the channel back to dynamic equilibrium. This course provides an introduction to fluvial geomorphology and guidance for the application and design of streambank restoration using Natural Channel Design. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C181

CEU Course Title: OSHA�s Guidelines for Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) 8-HR Refresher Training

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 8 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 8 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.8 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 8 LU

Online Course Price: $199

PDH Course Description: The OSHA Hazardous Waste and Emergency Operations (HAZWOPER) regulations, found at 29 CFR 1910.120, require all covered individuals who have had the 24-hour or 40-hour required training to have 8-hour refresher training each year. This course provides such training for those covered individuals. Combined with a suggested first aid class, the program covers the complete HAZWOPER program including regulations, personal protective equipment, and key health and safety issues.

This course requires the completion of a multiple-choice quiz at its conclusion in order to obtain the necessary certification for the individuals to continue working at hazardous waste sites covered under the OSHA regulation.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C182

CEU Course Title: Practical Design of Water Distribution Systems

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: This is a four-hour online course discussion on practical water distribution system design. It is important to understand how soil conditions affect the design and choice of materials to protect the system. Basic information to develop a model is outlined as well as how to attain the necessary information. ANSI/AWWA standards are provided for materials and procedures.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C183

CEU Course Title: Guidelines for Treatment of Liquid Waste Streams

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This two-hour online course provides general guidelines for treating hazardous liquid waste streams by air stripping and biological processes. The guidelines assist in the selection of remedial actions for treating hazardous and toxic waste (HTW) contaminants. Air stripping, a mechanical method using lagoons and packed towers, is discussed. Biological methods include trickling filters, rotating biological contactors, activated sludge systems and waste stabilization ponds. The basis for selecting a treatment method, criteria for optimum performance, advantages and disadvantages are presented for consideration. Remedial actions performed at a contaminated site must comply with federal and state regulations.

This course provides general technical guidelines and methods for the treatment of liquid waste by physical and biological methods. Physical treatment methods include air or stream stripping and absorption or both methods used in combination. Biological treatment methods use the action of microbes similar to that of ecosystems but at much faster rates. Organics in solution are removed, partly mineralized and partly collected as a semi solid or sludge and separated from the liquid waste. Treatment of liquid waste render such waste and any residues left from treatment methods non-hazardous and safer to dispose of, to transport or to store.

Liquid waste includes; leachates, ground water, surface water and effluents generated by other treatment measures. Liquid wastes vary considerable depending on the type of activity generating them; waste from the oil industry contains oily substances and hydrocarbons while galvanic industries generate heavy metals. Ground water may be contaminated from fuel storage, chemical leakage, fuel spills, underground pipeline failures, runoff of chemical preservatives, uncontrolled disposal of HTW materials and other sources. Contaminants include chlorinated, aromatic or polycyclic hydrocarbons, solvents, ammonia, hydrogen sulfide or heavy metals.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C184

CEU Course Title: Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP)

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: The use of Reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) has been practiced since 1974 in Nevada and Texas. With the sponsorship of the Federal Highway Administration more than 40 states performed RAP demonstration projects between 1976 and 1982.

Though it has been used for decades reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) is still considered to be in its early stages of development and use. This 3 hour online course will explore the various uses of RAP such as asphaltic concrete, base and subbase material as well as embankment and fill material. The material properties will be discussed such as shear strength, density, and compaction to name a few.

This course will provide the reader with the knowledge to use RAP on their next project. The course materials are based solely on the website of the FHWA�s Turner � Fairbank Highway Research Center and their RAP web pages. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C185

CEU Course Title: Chemical Treatment of Liquid Waste Streams

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This two-hour online course provides general guidelines for treating industrial and hazardous liquid waste streams by chemical and physical chemical processes. The guidelines assist in the selection of remedial actions for treating hazardous and toxic waste (HTW) contaminants. The methods include precipitation, flocculation, sedimentation, neutralization, oil-water separation, reverse osmosis and ultrafiltration. The basis for selecting a treatment method, criteria for optimum performance, advantages and disadvantages are presented for consideration. Remedial actions performed at a contaminated site must comply with federal and state regulations.

Treatment of liquid waste render such waste and any residues left from treatment methods non-hazardous and safer to dispose of, to transport or to store. Liquid waste includes; leachates, ground water, surface water, industrial discharges, city street runoff, mining activities and effluents generated by landfills and other treatment measures. Liquid wastes vary considerable depending on the type of activity generating them; waste from the oil industry contains oily substances and hydrocarbons while galvanic industries generate heavy metals. Ground water may be contaminated from fuel storage, chemical leakage, fuel spills, underground pipeline failures, runoff of chemical preservatives, uncontrolled disposal of HTW materials and other sources. Contaminants include chlorinated, aromatic or polycyclic hydrocarbons, solvents, ammonia, hydrogen sulfide or heavy metals.

There are many treatment methods, which function by various chemical and physical means or in combinations. All methods are sensitive to heavy metals, oil and grease by varying degrees. Methods such as ultrafiltration can handle suspended solids better than other methods such as reverse osmosis. Physical processes treat suspended solids either by allowing them to settle out (sedimentation) or to float to the top naturally. Or the process may use stirring or agitating actions to cause particles to contact each other and stick together without or with chemical additives (flocculation). Chemical flocculants produce larger particles. Particle flotation can be aided with dissolved air under pressure or under vacuum conditions (dissolved air flotation). Chemical processes include precipitation, flocculation, neutralization and solidification. Membrane processes include reverse osmosis and ultrafiltration and other filtration systems.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: C186

CEU Course Title: Gravel Roads Design and Maintenance

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 8 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 8 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.8 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 8 LU

Online Course Price: $199

PDH Course Description: Did you know that more than 50% of all the roads in the US and more than 90% of all the roads in the world are unpaved? This course presents information on the gravel roads maintenance and design for the benefit of engineers, contractors, planners, managers, and grader operators. The contents cover routine maintenance and rehabilitation, drainage, surface gravel, dust control/stabilization and innovations. The course materials are based entirely on the Federal Highway Administration publication: Gravel Roads Maintenance and Design Manual. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E101

CEU Course Title: OSHA 3075 - Controlling Electrical Hazards

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: In this lesson, students will study OSHA 3075: Controlling Electrical Hazards (1997 edition, 35 pages, PDF file format), which provides an overview of basic electrical safety for individuals with little or limited training or familiarity with electrical hazards. The concepts and principles contained in OSHA 3075 will help further an understanding of OSHA's electrical safety standards for general industry. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E102

CEU Course Title: Concepts of Energy Management

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 1 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 1 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.1 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 1 LU

Online Course Price: $29

PDH Course Description: The course intends to create awareness of various aspects of energy management to the users. The course discusses various techniques of energy management applicable to buildings as well as industrial applications. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E103

CEU Course Title: Design Safety Standards for Electrical Systems

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 1 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 1 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.1 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 1 LU

Online Course Price: $29

PDH Course Description: The purpose of this course is to provide information related to the design safety standards for electrical systems. Students will study OSHA Regulation 1910.303: General Requirements-Design Safety Standards for Electrical Systems, which discusses about the examination, installation, and use of electrical equipment as well as requirements on the conductor splices, arcing parts of electrical equipment, and marking of electrical equipment. It also provides design guidelines on the identification of disconnecting means and circuits, and access and working space around electrical equipment. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E104

CEU Course Title: Power Systems - Basic Concepts and Applications - Part I

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 12 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 12 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 1.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 12 LU

Online Course Price: $279

PDH Course Description: A power system is an interconnected network with components converting non-electrical energy continuously into the electrical form and transporting the electrical energy from generating sources to the loads/users. A power system serves one important function and that is to supply customers with electricity as economically and as reliably as possible. This course should provide a brief review for readers in the power engineering profession or serve as an introductory material for readers in a non-power engineering profession. This course begins with an introduction to power systems. It discusses the basic structure of power systems, the fundamentals of AC circuits, mathematical notations, balanced three-phase systems, and per unit values. Then, it presents an overview of the three main components of power systems: generators, transmission lines and transformers. PART I of the course ends with the fundamentals of power factor correction and its applications. PART II continues with symmetrical components and its applications - short circuit calculations. Power flow problems are introduced and its solution techniques are discussed. This material concludes with some fundamentals on power system stability. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E105

CEU Course Title: Power Systems - Basic Concepts and Applications - Part II

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 12 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 12 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 1.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 12 LU

Online Course Price: $279

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E106

CEU Course Title: Sizing Supply Conductors for Two-Speed Single Winding Induction Motors

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: Two-speed single winding variable torque motors are commonly used in process facilities on air coolers. These motors have two horsepower ratings, two speed ratings, and two full-load current ratings. Because the motor has a single winding the speed change is accomplished by changing the wiring configuration and the number of stator circuits. These changes are described in NEMA MG1. The application is described including recommendations for sizing the supply conductors for avoiding application problems. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E107

CEU Course Title: Introduction to Computer Networking

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 8 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 8 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.8 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 8 LU

Online Course Price: $199

PDH Course Description: Engineers are constantly looked upon to integrate multiple technologies. Because of the growth of the Internet, the need for engineers to have a basic understanding of computer networks has become critical. Almost every role in engineering has become integrated with computers and networking. Data from many sources such as mechanical, chemical, and structural systems is being measured remotely. In addition, we often need to provide a remote control of these systems using networks. This convergence of technologies has helped to make the use of computers and computer networks a mature technology with the ability to be used to solve many types of engineering problems. The purpose of this course is to provide the engineer with a general introduction to LAN and WAN technologies. This course is addressed to the engineer with a basic knowledge of computers who needs to become familiar with computer networks. This course includes a multiple choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E108

CEU Course Title: Surge Protection Considerations

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $95

PDH Course Description: Surge protection is an important consideration in the electrical system design. With over 30 years of experience devoted solely to the TVSS (Transient Voltage Surge Suppression) industry, LEA International offers one of the most comprehensive SPD (Surge Protection Device) product lines available worldwide. LEA International's seminar on Surge Protection Considerations is designed to keep the engineering community current with the state-of-the-art in surge protection technology. The topics discussed in the seminar include TVSS Standards; Technologies; Selection Criteria for TVSS; How to Size and Select TVSS's for Various Applications; Service Entrance, Distribution Panel and Branch Requirements; and Installation Guidelines for TVSS's.

If you have already attended this seminar and would like to obtain a Certificate of Completion free of charge, please click on the following link:

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E108A

CEU Course Title: Surge Protection Considerations

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $95

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E109

CEU Course Title: National Electric Code

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This two hour online course reviews NFPA 70, the National Electric Code, as a design guide. It is presented as an annotated Table of Contents to the Code. The Code, itself, is not directed towards a design aid. Instead, it is offered as a guide for review and inspection.

You will need a copy of the National Electric Code as a reference to study this course and to take the quiz.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E110

CEU Course Title: Small Motor Control (1/4 HP - 200 HP)

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This two hour online course discusses methods of motor control and representation in motor design. It is directed towards small AC induction motors in the range of 1/4 HP to 200 HP. It is important to understand these principles because automatic control technology has been advancing so rapidly that basic safety and simple manual functions may be overlooked. This course will enable the supervising engineer or submittals approval officer to recognize safety and functional design errors. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E111

CEU Course Title: Electrical Transmission and Distribution Safety

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: This online course provides facilities engineers with guidelines on the safe operation and maintenance of electrical equipment and installations used for transmission and distribution of electrical power. The contents cover general safety practices; switching, tagging, testing of circuits and equipment; overhead lines, switchyards, substations and underground line maintenance. The course materials are based entirely on the U.S. Naval Facilities Engineering Command's Publication P-1060: Electrical Transmission and Distribution Safety Manual. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E112

CEU Course Title: Electrical Design - Lightning and Static Electricity Protection

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $39

PDH Course Description: This online course provides guidelines for determining adequacy of lightning and static electricity protection systems for all types of facilities. The contents cover applicable codes and standards, lightning phenomena, bonding and grounding. The course materials are based entirely on the Technical Manual of Joint Departments of the Army and Air Force USA: TM 5-811-3/AFM 88-9 Electrical Design - Lightning and Static Electricity Protection. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E113

CEU Course Title: Electrical Power Supply and Distribution

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 10 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 10 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 1 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 10 LU

Online Course Price: $249

PDH Course Description: This online course provides guidance for design criteria and standards for electrical power supply and distribution systems. The contents cover electrical power requirements, voltage selections, electric distribution lines, aerial distribution lines, underground distribution lines, transformer installations, surge protection and grounding, roadway and area lighting, and security lighting. The course materials are based entirely on the Technical Manual TM 5-811-1/AFJMAN 32-1080 of Joint Departments of the Army and Air Force USA: Electrical Power Supply and Distribution. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E114

CEU Course Title: Commercial Interior Lighting Design

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This two hour online course discusses the determination of requirements, calculations and graphic representation of typical interior commercial lighting. The approach is to examine each facet of design. Government regulations are presented, optical physics are examined and commercially available fixtures are discussed. Principals foci are lighting levels, installation, control and power distribution. One appendix provides a summary of IESNA recommended lighting levels, another presents a comparison of ASHRAE 90.1 lighting mandates and one State's school funding lighting mandates. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E115A

CEU Course Title: Facility Fire Alarm System Design^{AIA HSW}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This two hour course discusses application of the Fire Alarm Code, NFPA 72-2002 to building design. It is especially intended for Architects who must gather a design basis for the fire alarm designer and must review the results for adequacy and completeness. This course is a review of the International Building Code of 2000 and NFPA72-2002. Comments are included to establish perspective, content and real-world implementation. Direct application is for stores, churches, apartment houses, schools, institutions and factories, except high-hazard. This course does not replace a NICET certificate or a PE license. The course does not address residential fire alarms.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

This course is registered with AIA/CES as a continuing education course for architects, and qualifies for Health, Safety and Welfare (HSW) credits. Courses registered with AIA/CES are acceptable to all state licensing boards for architects.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E115U

CEU Course Title: Facility Fire Alarm System Design - An Audio Course

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This two hour audio course discusses application of the Fire Alarm Code, NFPA 72-2002 to building design. It is especially intended for Architects who must gather a design basis for the fire alarm designer and must review the results for adequacy and completeness. This course is a review of the International Building Code of 2000 and NFPA72-2002. Comments are included to establish perspective, content and real-world implementation. Direct application is for stores, churches, apartment houses, schools, institutions and factories, except high-hazard. This course does not replace a NICET certificate or a PE license. The course does not address residential fire alarms. The lecture notes are included in a PDF file and MS Word file for reference and further study.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

This course is registered with AIA/CES as a continuing education course for architects, and qualifies for Health, Safety and Welfare (HSW) credits. Courses registered with AIA/CES are acceptable to all state licensing boards for architects.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E116

CEU Course Title: Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers - Part I

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: A Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) is a device that is capable of being programmed to perform control functions. The first PLC was introduced in the late 1960s to replace relay logic controls in the automotive industry. Comparing to relay logic controls, PLC's advantages include easy programming and installing, high control speed, hardware and software security, network compatible, convenient in troubleshooting and testing, and high reliability.

PLCs are used widely in industrial and commercial environments now. They can be found in almost any manufacturing facility. There are several companies who make PLCs. The instruction formats may not be the same for different brands of PLCs, but the hardware structures and programming concepts are very similar. This course covers PLC hardware structure, input/output modules, software, and programming. PLC operation and ladder logic programs are discussed. This course is the part one of the two PLC courses. Comparison Instructions, Math Instructions, and control instructions are covered in the following course.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E116A

CEU Course Title: Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers - Part I^AIA

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E117

CEU Course Title: Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers - Part II

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: A Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) is a device that is capable of being programmed to perform control functions. The first PLC was introduced in the late 1960s to replace relay logic controls in the automotive industry. Comparing to relay logic controls, PLC's advantages include easy programming and installing, high control speed, hardware and software security, network compatible, convenient in troubleshooting and testing, and high reliability.

PLCs are used widely in industrial and commercial environments now. They can be found in almost any manufacturing facility. There are several companies who make PLCs. The instruction formats may not be the same for different brands of PLCs, but the hardware structures and programming concepts are very similar. This course is the second part of Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers. It discusses comparison instructions, math instructions and control instructions used in PLC programming.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E117A

CEU Course Title: Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers - Part II^AIA

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: A Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) is a device that is capable of being programmed to perform control functions. The first PLC was introduced in the late 1960s to replace relay logic controls in the automotive industry. Comparing to relay logic controls, PLC's advantages include easy programming and installing, high control speed, hardware and software security, network compatible, convenient in troubleshooting and testing, and high reliability.

PLCs are used widely in industrial and commercial environments now. They can be found in almost any manufacturing facility. There are several companies who make PLCs. The instruction formats may not be the same for different brands of PLCs, but the hardware structures and programming concepts are very similar. This course is the second part of Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers. It discusses comparison instructions, math instructions and control instructions used in PLC programming.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

This course is registered with AIA/CES as a continuing education course for architects. Courses registered with AIA/CES are acceptable to all state licensing boards for architects.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E118

CEU Course Title: Electrical Design - Cathodic Protection

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: This three-hour online course provides an introduction to cathodic protection systems, including an understanding of the corrosivity of soils on steel based materials, and provides guidelines for designing cathodic protection systems for underground and above ground structures. The contents cover applicable codes and standards, corrosion phenomena, and the principals of the cathodic protection systems. The course materials are based entirely on the Technical Manual of Department of the Army: TM 5-811-7: Electrical Design - Cathodic Protection. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E119

CEU Course Title: Electrical Design � Coordinated Power System Protection

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 10 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 10 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 1 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 10 LU

Online Course Price: $249

PDH Course Description: This course provides an introduction to the selection and coordination of the protective devices for power systems protection. The course materials are based entirely on the Technical Manual of Department of the Army: TM 5-811-14: Electrical Design � Coordinated Power System Protection. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E120

CEU Course Title: Plant Electrical Troubleshooting

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This two hour course discusses the methods of troubleshooting commercial and industrial electrical problems. General principles and examples are presented, along with safety considerations. An Appendix contains catalog information on test equipment. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E121

CEU Course Title: Calculating Motor Start Time

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: A method is described to approximate the motor starting time using the characteristics provided by the manufacturer. The motor torque versus speed curve, the load torque versus speed curve, and the current versus speed curve are utilized along with the rotating inertia to calculate the acceleration time for the motor. The acceleration curve is plotted on a time versus current curve along with the motor�s thermal limits to select the proper over current protection. A discussion of the results and the methodology for the calculation is included. An example calculation is included for discussion purposes. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E122

CEU Course Title: Conduit System Design

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: This 4-hour online course discusses the principles of designing a conduit raceway system. Design techniques to facilitate cable installation will be learned. All design methods discussed will be in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC). This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E123

CEU Course Title: Basic Electrical Connectoring

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This course presents a brief history of basic electrical connectors and the problems encountered with early aluminum conductor connections. It describes the major natures of failures and engineering analyses of the failures. The course also presents the steps taken to resolve the failures on the part of engineering, design, and standards making organizations. Standards and certification agencies are identified for their application to various industries, such as the Utility Power Industry, the Commercial, Industrial, and Residential Construction Industry and the Contractor Industrial Industry. The solutions are also related to various connectors. A sampling of different methods to connect to conductors is discussed with descriptions of appropriate connectors. Particular cautions and features are discussed for each connector. The connectors are related to the industries in which they are used, including their appropriate standards. Some special types of connectors are discussed. The course completes with a brief summary stressing the attention that must be devoted to proper connectoring systems. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E124

CEU Course Title: Telecommunications Premises Distribution Planning, Design, and Estimating

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: This three-hour course provides an introduction to the telecommunications distribution system planning, design, and estimating for different facilities. The course materials are based entirely on the Military Handbook MIL-HDBK-1012/3, Telecommunications Premises Distribution Planning, Design, and Estimating. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E125

CEU Course Title: Municipal Ordinances and Reviews for Wireless Communication Towers

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: There has been a tremendous growth in the number of telecommunications towers built in recent years. Municipalities and the wireless telecommunications companies struggle to find a happy medium between the need for towers and the desire most cities have to limit the number of towers. This course is intended for engineers who are working with municipalities. However, anyone involved in the placement of wireless communications facilities will benefit. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E126

CEU Course Title: Sound System Design for Cafeterias, Auditoriums and Small Churches

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This two-hour course discusses the choices for design of music and voice sound systems for cafeterias, auditoriums and small churches. Key principles are sound characteristics and equipment characteristics. Sample designs along with warnings of common design errors and installation errors are included. The reference list shows sources for advanced theoretical analysis and the origin of specialized sound terms. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E127

CEU Course Title: Uninterruptible Power Supply System Selection, Installation, and Maintenance

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 12 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 12 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 1.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 12 LU

Online Course Price: $299

PDH Course Description: This 12-hour course provides criteria and guidance in the selection, installation, and maintenance of the uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems. The process for identifying the need for an UPS system, selecting, installing, and maintaining the UPS system are covered. Covered are: theory and principles of static and rotary UPS systems, design and selection of UPS, installation and testing of UPS, maintenance and operation of UPS systems, principles of static and rotary UPS, UPS system rating and sizing selection, operation/maintenance, batteries, troubleshooting, harmonic distortions, grounding, checklists, and acceptance testing.

The course materials are based entirely on the Technical Manual of Department of Army: TM 5-693: Uninterruptible power Supply System Selection, Installation, and Maintenance for Command, Control, Communications, Computer, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) Facilities.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E128

CEU Course Title: Wireless Network Security

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 6 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 6 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.6 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 6 LU

Online Course Price: $149

PDH Course Description: This 6-hour course provides engineers with the basics of wireless LAN technologies and the related security concerns and guidelines. The course materials are based on the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication 800-48: Wireless Network Security: 802.11, Bluetooth, and Handheld Devices. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E129

CEU Course Title: Digital Power Metering and Industrial Data Communication for Meter Systems

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: This three-hour course discusses the underlying principles of power metering, selection of components and connection for centralized reporting. Concepts can be applied to benefit for small commercial operations, large tenant spaces and campus settings. Drawings and photographs illustrate the concepts. The reference list shows sources for economical components and sophisticated integrated systems. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E130

CEU Course Title: Introduction to Digital Process Control and Industrial Data Communication for Process Control

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: This three-hour course discusses the underlying principles of process control, the opportunities available from a small computer in the controller, very general selection of components and connection for centralized monitoring and supervisory control. Concepts can be applied to benefit for small commercial operations, large industrial plants and commercial building automation. Drawings and photographs illustrate the concepts. The reference list shows sources for economical components and sophisticated integrated systems.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E131

CEU Course Title: Introductory Lightning Protection Design per NFPA 780

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This two-hour course discusses the underlying principles of lightning, lightning damage to structures and equipment and conventional Franklin lighting protection. The design concepts will be demonstrated for industrial, commercial and institutional buildings. Drawings, photographs and a sample specification illustrate the concepts. The reference list shows sources for conventional Franklin components and sophisticated proprietary active systems.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E132

CEU Course Title: Fundamentals of Computer Systems Performance Analysis

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 1 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 1 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.1 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 1 LU

Online Course Price: $29

PDH Course Description: In this introduction to computer systems performance measurement and analysis, you will learn the typical goals of the computer systems performance analyst, the fundamental techniques used to study the performance of computer systems, and the advantages and disadvantages of the different techniques. You also will be introduced to the concept of performance debugging.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E133

CEU Course Title: Metrics of Computer Performance

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: Before you can begin to determine anything about the performance of a computer system, you must decide what aspects of the system are interesting and useful to measure. In this course, you will learn about the common metrics that are used to quantify a system's performance, the characteristics of a good metric, the meaning of speedup and relative change, and how to measure the fundamental metric of performance -- time.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E134

CEU Course Title: What Do All of These Means Mean?

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: There is a strong desire to reduce the performance of a computer system to a single number. Typically this is done using one of several different statistical means, such as the arithmetic, harmonic, or geometric means. In this course you will learn how to calculate the different types of means and how to quantify the variability in a group of measured values. More importantly, you will learn when each of the different types of mean values should be used.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E135

CEU Course Title: Errors and Confidence Intervals

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: All measurements of real computer systems are subject to both random and systematic errors. These errors introduce uncertainty and imprecision into your measurements, which can make it difficult to interpret your results. In this course, you will learn how an appropriate model of these errors can be used to quantify the precision of your measurements using confidence intervals.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E136

CEU Course Title: Statistically Comparing Two Alternatives

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: Due to measurement noise, it often can be difficult to determine whether a change made to a system had any real impact. Measurement noise also makes it difficult to compare the performance of two different systems. In this course, you will extend your understanding of confidence intervals to determine if there is a statistically significant difference in the performance of two alternatives. You will learn about both before-and-after comparisons and comparisons using unpaired measurements.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E137

CEU Course Title: Introduction to Analysis of Variance (ANOVA)

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: Analysis of variance (ANOVA) is a general technique for separating the total variation in a set of measurements into the variation due to measurement noise and the variation due to real differences among the alternatives being compared. This course provides a gentle introduction to comparing a set of alternatives using the ANOVA technique.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E138

CEU Course Title: Automatic Control Systems - Part I: Block Diagrams and Transfer Functions

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: In recent years, control systems have gained an increasingly important role in the development and advancement of modern civilization and technology. This course should provide a brief review for readers in the control/system engineering profession or serve as an introductory material for readers in a non-control/system engineering profession.

This course begins with the basic tools utilized extensively in Control Systems - block diagrams and transfer functions. Mason's rule, a systematic and algorithmic for solving transfer function of a given system described by its block diagram, is discussed. Part I is concluded with Routh-Hurwitz Stability Criterion (Routh Test). Part II consists of Laplace Transforms and Time-Domain Analysis. A list of Laplace Transform Table is provided for quick reference. The course continues with Root Locus Technique, Nyquist Stability Criterion and Body Plot Technique for determining the system stability.

This course includes a multiple choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E139

CEU Course Title: Automatic Control Systems - Part II: Laplace Transform and Time-Domain Analysis

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 6 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 6 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.6 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 6 LU

Online Course Price: $149

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E143

CEU Course Title: Introduction to Fiber Optic Cable Technology

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This course provides an introduction to fiber optic cables, including details of common types of fiber cables, their designs, the basics of their operation and how losses can enter into the system operation. The course also provides information on fiber optic connections and splices and how improper installation of the devices can impact the signals.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E144

CEU Course Title: Power Factor in Electrical Energy Management

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: Although terms 'power factor measurement' and 'power factor correction' are well known to electrical engineers, the real importance of 'power factor' is not always recognized -particularly in terms of reducing electrical energy cost.

This 4-hour course looks briefly at what is a very large subject and highlights a systematic approach to the measurement, correction and control of power factor with the objective of cutting energy costs.

This course is aimed at students, electrical & control engineers, energy auditors, operational & maintenance engineers, contractors and system designers who are responsible for design and operation of the system.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E145

CEU Course Title: Software Engineering Concepts

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: Software quality matters. Software errors in engineering systems can be very expensive, sometimes leading to catastrophic loss and even loss of human life. Since software has become a component of virtually all engineering systems today, a basic knowledge of software engineering has become vital to practicing engineers in all disciplines. This course presents an overview at the conceptual level. The content of this course can also serve as a beginning point for preparation for the Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP) exam http://www.computer.org/certification.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E146

CEU Course Title: Modern Closed Circuit TV Design

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 5 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 5 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.5 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 5 LU

Online Course Price: $129

PDH Course Description: This course discusses the concepts, equipment selection and graphic representation of typical closed circuit television (cctv) system design for security and sharing of events to large audiences. The key principles are inherent limitations in the technology, available technology choices, system graphic representation and details of successful installation. Covert surveillance and entertainment applications are not included.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E147

CEU Course Title: Modern Closed Circuit TV Design (Audio Version)

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 5 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 5 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.5 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 5 LU

Online Course Price: $129

PDH Course Description: This audio course discusses the concepts, equipment selection and graphic representation of typical closed circuit television (cctv) system design for security and sharing of events to large audiences. The key principles are inherent limitations in the technology, available technology choices, system graphic representation and details of successful installation. Covert surveillance and entertainment applications are not included. The lecture notes are included in a PDF file for reference and further study.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E149

CEU Course Title: Twenty Ways to Optimize Electric Efficiency in the Use of Induction Motors

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: Energy conservation when considered as a new energy source assumes tremendous potential in enhancing overall productivity. According to statistics, electric motor-driven equipment accounts for over half of all the electricity consumed in the United States. Improving the efficiency of electric motors and the equipment they drive even by small percentage can result in tremendous energy and dollar savings.

Opportunities for energy conservation are wide spread and applicable to new as well as old plants.

This 4-hour course provides 20 different strategies to guide you into the electric motor evaluation process and highlights common ways you can improve system efficiency and reliability to achieve permanent long-term electric cost reduction.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E150

CEU Course Title: Low Voltage Landscape Lighting Design

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: Landscape lighting has been recognized as a key element to the architectural aesthetics of a home or commercial property. Where previously lighting was used merely to light a pathway to let you see where you were walking, it is now used for safety, security and to enhance the beauty of structures and garden elements. It also enhances the value of properties by creating nighttime curb appeal and increased evening utility of the home�s exterior features. This course will enable the designer to layout an effective and attractive lighting scheme and to select the proper elements for plan implementation.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E151

CEU Course Title: Electrical Engineering Preliminary Consideration

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 6 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 6 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.6 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 6 LU

Online Course Price: $149

PDH Course Description: This 6-hour course provides basic design guidance in the proper selection of electric power sources and distribution systems. The contents cover electric power preliminary design considerations such as preliminary data, estimation of loads, selection of electric power source, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) system design, installation of distribution systems, levels of distribution voltage, grounding of distribution systems, and selection of distribution systems.

This course has been developed from the evaluation of the existing facilities, from surveys of the availability of new materials and construction methods, and from selection of the best design practices of the government, and the privet sector.

The course materials are based entirely on the Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) of Department of Defense: UFC 3-501-03N: ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING PRELIMINARY CONSIDERATION. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E152

CEU Course Title: Design to the Fire Alarm Code, NFPA 72-2002

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: This three hour course discusses the concepts, equipment selection and graphic representation of typical life-safety fire alarm systems for stores, churches, apartment houses, schools, institutions and factories, except high-hazard. The key principles are the basic guidelines of the Fire Alarm Code (NFPA 72-2002) for normal applications and some warning in cases that require special attention. This course does not replace a NICET certificate or a PE license. The course does not address residential fire alarms.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E152U

CEU Course Title: Design to the Fire Alarm Code, NFPA 72-2002 (Audio Version)

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: This three-hour audio online course discusses the concepts, equipment selection and graphic representation of typical life-safety fire alarm systems for stores, churches, apartment houses, schools, institutions and factories, except high-hazard. The key principles are the basic guidelines of the Fire Alarm Code (NFPA 72-2002) for normal applications and some warning in cases that require special attention. This course does not replace a NICET certificate or a PE license. The course does not address residential fire alarms. The lecture notes are included in a PDF file and MS Word file for reference and further study.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E153

CEU Course Title: Performance Assessment of Lighting Systems

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: Good lighting does not necessarily mean more lighting nor does the more lighting means more energy consumption. Good lighting does mean more effective lighting whilst low on energy consumption.

This 3- hour online course provides an overview of good lighting practices and discusses the performance assessment methodology.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E154

CEU Course Title: Variable Speed Drives in Electrical Energy Management

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: In today's environment with the increasing costs of energy, many electrical users are looking for ways to drive not only an appreciable cost savings but also would keep up system efficiency. One efficient and practical way to do this is the installation of variable speed drives that offer a means of controlling a motor.

Written in straightforward "user" language, this 4-hour course provides a basic understanding of variable speed drives for the engineer or technician involved in specifying, applying, maintaining and operating variable speed drives.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E155

CEU Course Title: CPU (Computer Processing Unit) Chip: Cooling Problems, Requirements and Solutions

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: The course will answer several questions that bother anyone who specify, use or assemble their own present day personal or industrial computers. It will answer the question, why does a computer need that noisy fan(s), how hot can the CPU (Computer Processing Unit) get without causing a problem, where can I find the best solution. The course will even show you how to assembly a very simple solution to the fan noise.

This is a 2-hour course and will cover the following:

1. Why Heatsinks are required and how they work.

2. Other types of CPU cooling devices.

3. Calculations for heat dissipation.

4. Specifications for most CPUs including temperature limits.

5. Thermal compounds, types and use.

6. The physical effects of a heatsink.

7. Heatsink Technology: Radiation, Conduction, and Convection.

8. Heatsink testing methodology and comparisons.

9. The Listening Room: hear and compare the sounds made by cooling fans.

10. Instructions for assembling a simple fan controller.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E156

CEU Course Title: Understanding Motor Nameplate Information - NEMA v/s IEC Standards

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: If you specify, buy, maintain, or replace motors, you should know how to read and interpret the motor nameplate information. This 4-hour course is provides a brief overview of how to read and interpret National Electric Manufacturers Association (NEMA) and IEC motor nameplates. The course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E157

CEU Course Title: Artificial Intelligence: Technologies for Smart Systems Design

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: Artificial intelligence (AI) techniques are now being applied in many branches of engineering to solve problems and to provide intelligent interfaces for systems and equipment. This course provides an introduction to the four major AI techniques of rule-based expert systems, neural networks, genetic algorithms and fuzzy logic as well as pointers to web resources and books for further reading. In addition, the emerging technologies of soft computing and chat bot agents are discussed. The synthetic character embodiments of these agents are attracting increasing attention since there is evidence that the right character choice can increase the website hit rate.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E158

CEU Course Title: Emergency and Standby Generator Application

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This two hour online course discusses the concepts, equipment selection, installation and graphic representation of typical emergency and standby generator systems for offices, schools, institutions and factories. The key principles are the basic requirements of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70-2002) Sections 700, 701 and 701 and NFPA 110-2002, Standard for Emergency and Standby Power Systems. Complex multi-generator systems for mission-critical applications are not included. Generator power for a fire pump is not addressed (NFPA 72-2002).

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E160

CEU Course Title: Practical Circuit Analysis

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: Changes to power distribution system undervoltage relay settings often require the review of MCC motor starter coil pickup values on critical circuits. Facility loads that must operate should be evaluated for adequacy under all operational states. Component data must also be updated to reflect equipment changes or other facility modifications. Failure to review control circuit voltage calculations when the facility is modified can result in the failure of critical equipment to operate.

Design calculations prepared before the introduction of the personal computer often relied on the simplification of the analyzed circuits by the combination of series and parallel components into an equivalent circuit. Ohm's and/or Kirchoff's law was employed to analyze the circuit. These hand-written manipulations, although simple and straightforward, require numerous "hand" calculations that result in tedious, time-consuming verification and maintenance activities.

Section II demonstrates the analysis of a control circuit for a 480 V motor starter using the circuit reduction method used in many early (pre-PC) calculations. Section III demonstrates analysis of the same 480 V motor starter control circuit using mesh analysis techniques and Cramer's Rule. Section IV discusses calculation automation possibilities.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E161

CEU Course Title: Practical Motor Starting

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: Motor acceleration time at various terminal voltage levels must often be determined to evaluate protective device performance or for power system studies. This module will present a well-documented methodology that is often used by engineers and requires only published motor and load data. The methodology presented calculates a current exponent ratio and a torque exponent ratio that more accurately describes motor performance at reduced voltage levels. In order to enhance the utility of this methodology, a "real world" example that includes a belt driven fan load is used. A template that can be readily used in other motor acceleration time calculations will be developed. Equations describing motor performance are presented to demonstrate the relationship between the various motor parameters used to calculate motor acceleration time. Equations describing fan performance are presented to demonstrate the relationship between the various fan parameters and the impact of load performance on the motor driving that load. An exercise using the motor and load equations will then be presented to demonstrate the motor starting time calculation methodology.

Evaluation of the acceleration time at a different motor terminal voltage requires re-calculation of the motor torque and accelerating torque. "Automating" the calculation can minimize the impact of this requirement. A toolbox automating the motor starting time calculation is presented in this module to demonstrate the time saving and error reduction potential. A general discussion of a calculation "automation" process is also presented to detail the resource requirements for implementing such a process. A working copy of the toolbox is available at no additional cost to the engineer using this module.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E162

CEU Course Title: 240 V Motor Operation on 208 VAC

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: How do you safely reconnect an existing 240 V motor to operate on a new 208 VAC system? This problem frequently arises when replacing power transformers or installing generators. There is a proven method, recognized by the National Electric Code, which is inexpensive and reliable. The application of auto transformers is the topic of this 2-hour PDHonline course. Examples are included.

The course is made up of the following parts:

1. Learning Objective

2. Course Introduction

3. Course Content - summary and detailed narration, graphics and samples

4. Course Summary

5. Related Links

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: E163

CEU Course Title: Substation Design Guide

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 15 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 15 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 1.5 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 15 LU

Online Course Price: $349

PDH Course Description: This course provides criteria and guidance in the engineering and design of electrical substations. The planning, engineering, design, procurement, construction, and operation of transmission and distribution substations are covered. Substations should be designed, constructed, and operated to meet customers� needs at the lowest possible cost commensurate with the quality of service desired.

The topics covered are: major equipment selection, layout, site design, structural design, grounding system design, insulation coordination, protective relaying, substation automation, inspection and testing, as well as maintenance considerations. Possible design responsibilities of the engineer are covered, including preparation of construction drawings, material, equipment and labor specifications and other engineering design services that may be required.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: F101

CEU Course Title: Personal Protective and Life Saving Equipment

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 1 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 1 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.1 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 1 LU

Online Course Price: $15

PDH Course Description: This one hour course is intended to provide a general overview of personal protective and life saving equipment for anyone engaged in the construction activities. The course material is primarily based on Subpart E of OSHA Regulation 1926 - Safety and Health Regulations for Construction. Protective equipment, including personal protective equipment for eyes, face, head, and extremities, protective clothing, respiratory devices, and protective shields and barriers are discussed. This course includes a multiple choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G101

CEU Course Title: ADA Standards for Accessible Design

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 8 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 8 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.8 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 8 LU

Online Course Price: $149

PDH Course Description: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal civil rights law intended to protect qualified persons with disabilities from discrimination in employment, government services and programs, transportation, public accommodations, and telecommunications. The ADA covers a wide range of legal and regulatory issues with regard to Americans with disabilities. This course will focus on the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities (the ADA Accessibility Design Guidelines), with which engineers and architects need to comply when working on new constructions or alterations of existing structures. The ADA Accessibility Design Guidelines include general instructions and definitions as well as technical specifications and requirements on elements and spaces. Specific requirements for restaurants, cafeterias, medical facilities, business facilities, lodging facilities, libraries and transportation facilities are also discussed in the ADA Accessibility Design Guidelines. It is very important for engineers and architects to get familiar with the guidelines. In some states, professional engineers who design buildings are required to have certain professional development hours (PDH) in ADA Accessibility Design Guidelines for their PE renewals.

This course also includes Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines - Checklist for Building and Facilities prepared by U.S. Architectural & Transportation Barriers Compliance Board.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G101A

CEU Course Title: ADA Standards for Accessible Design^{AIA HSW}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 8 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 8 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.8 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 8 LU

Online Course Price: $149

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G102

CEU Course Title: Technical Report Writing

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 6 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 6 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.6 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 6 LU

Online Course Price: $149

PDH Course Description: This course is designed to reinforce the main ideas and techniques that are needed to produce technical reports which can be read, and used, by a wide audience. Whatever the subject, this course is predicated on the belief that technical reports need not be deadly dull, poorly organized, or uninviting to the reader. More than that, the author also believes that anyone can create a well-written, interesting report through the thoughtful application of the principles presented in this course. The key aspects of technical report writing include designing your report effectively; identifying your primary and secondary audiences and their needs; writing clear, concise purpose statements; organizing for easy reading; illustrating to save time and space; using computer aids for report production; and integrating CAD, graphics, desktop publishing, web based sources for additional impact. This course also includes a quiz, useful tips, tricks and techniques for improving your writing skills.

If you are registered as a Professional Surveyors or Mappers in the state of Florida, you need to take this course under Course G102F in Surveying & Mapping Category.

If you are registered as a Professional Surveyors or Mappers in the state of Tennessee, you need to take this course under Course G102B in Surveying & Mapping Category.

If you are registered as a Professional Surveyors or Mappers in the state of New Jersey, you need to take this course under Course G102C in Surveying & Mapping Category.

If you are registered as a Professional Surveyors or Mappers in the state of Missouri, you need to take this course under Course G102D in Surveying & Mapping Category.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G102A

CEU Course Title: Technical Report Writing^{AIA HSW}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 5 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 5 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.5 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 5 LU

Online Course Price: $129

PDH Course Description: This course is designed to reinforce the main ideas and techniques that are needed to produce technical reports which can be read, and used, by a wide audience. Whatever the subject, this course is predicated on the belief that technical reports need not be deadly dull, poorly organized, or uninviting to the reader. More than that, the author also believes that anyone can create a well-written, interesting report through the thoughtful application of the principles presented in this course. The key aspects of technical report writing include designing your report effectively; identifying your primary and secondary audiences and their needs; writing clear, concise purpose statements; organizing for easy reading; illustrating to save time and space; using computer aids for report production; and integrating CAD, graphics, desktop publishing, web based sources for additional impact. This course also includes a quiz, useful tips, tricks and techniques for improving your writing skills.

This course is registered with AIA/CES as a continuing education course for architects, and qualifies for Health, Safety and Welfare (HSW) credits. Courses registered with AIA/CES are acceptable to all state licensing boards for architects.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G102B

CEU Course Title: Technical Report Writing^{TN PLS Board Approved Course CER-579-(F)-03}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 6 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 6 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.6 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 6 LU

Online Course Price: $149

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G102D

CEU Course Title: Technical Report Writing^{MO PLS Board Approved Course}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 6 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 6 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.6 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 6 LU

Online Course Price: $149

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G102F

CEU Course Title: Technical Report Writing^{FL PLS Board Approved Course 6639}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 6 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 6 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.6 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 6 LU

Online Course Price: $149

PDH Course Description: This course is designed to reinforce the main ideas and techniques that are needed to produce technical reports which can be read, and used, by a wide audience. Whatever the subject, this course is predicated on the belief that technical reports need not be deadly dull, poorly organized, or uninviting to the reader. More than that, the author also believes that anyone can create a well-written, interesting report through the thoughtful application of the principles presented in this course. The key aspects of technical report writing include designing your report effectively; identifying your primary and secondary audiences and their needs; writing clear, concise purpose statements; organizing for easy reading; illustrating to save time and space; using computer aids for report production; and integrating CAD, graphics, desktop publishing, web based sources for additional impact. This course also includes a quiz, useful tips, tricks and techniques for improving your writing skills.

Attention to the User:

The online quiz SUBMIT function is disabled for this course because it is approved as a homestudy course by Florida Board of Professional Surveyors and Mappers. If you are not licensed in Florida, you should take PDH Course G102, which enables you to obtain the certificate of completion instantly after you pass the quiz.

If you are a licensed surveyor or mapper in the state of Florida, you need to print out the quiz and send the completed quiz to us by US mail. You must sign, date and seal the completed quiz. Your PDH credits will not be reported to the Florida Board until we receive your signed and sealed quiz.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G103

CEU Course Title: Strategies to Collect Prompt Payment for the Work Performed

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This course will alert the reader of the tactics that are commonly used to deny and delay payment to the contractor. The course discusses strategies for achieving prompt payment for the work performed. By being prepared and anticipating the mechanisms the owner will employ to cheat the contractor and countering them with successful tactics will greatly improve the chances of being paid on time and in full. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course

If you are registered as a Professional Surveyors or Mappers in the state of Missouri, you need to take this course under Course G103D in Surveying & Mapping Category.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G103A

CEU Course Title: Strategies to Collect Prompt Payment for the Work Performed^AIA

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This course will alert the reader of the tactics that are commonly used to deny and delay payment to the contractor. The course discusses strategies for achieving prompt payment for the work performed. By being prepared and anticipating the mechanisms the owner will employ to cheat the contractor and countering them with successful tactics will greatly improve the chances of being paid on time and in full. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course.

This course is registered with AIA/CES as a continuing education course for architects. Courses registered with AIA/CES are acceptable to all state licensing boards for architects.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G103D

CEU Course Title: Strategies to Collect Prompt Payment for the Work Performed^{MO PLS Board Approved Course}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G104

CEU Course Title: Parameter Cost Estimating

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: Few Architects, Engineers or Contractors escape the almost daily task of estimating construction, and other costs. Requests for such estimates often come at a time when all the information that is needed is not readily available. This one hour online course offers some tips and tricks for coming up with the "quick and dirty" estimate on a wide variety of projects. Sources of information outside your own office can often be tapped and other ways to get reliable costs and reasonable contingencies are included. If estimating costs is any part of your practice, you may well find this brief overview of great help. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G105

CEU Course Title: Technical Specification Writing

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 1 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 1 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.1 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 1 LU

Online Course Price: $29

PDH Course Description: Specifications need not look like the New York City telephone directory or read like the Internal Revenue Code. This one hour online course is designed to provide useful ideas and links to sources of generic specification elements for working architects, engineers, and many consultants in other fields who are called upon to write specifications. It is designed to reinforce the main ideas needed to produce specifications, which can be read, and used, on a wide range of projects. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G105A

CEU Course Title: Technical Specification Writing^{AIA HSW}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 1 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 1 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.1 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 1 LU

Online Course Price: $29

PDH Course Description: Specifications need not look like the New York City telephone directory or read like the Internal Revenue Code. This one hour online course is designed to provide useful ideas and links to sources of generic specification elements for working architects, engineers, and many consultants in other fields who are called upon to write specifications. It is designed to reinforce the main ideas needed to produce specifications, which can be read, and used, on a wide range of projects.

This course is registered with AIA/CES as a continuing education course for architects, and qualifies for Health, Safety and Welfare (HSW) credits. Courses registered with AIA/CES are acceptable to all state licensing boards for architects.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G106

CEU Course Title: Understanding the Geotechnical Report as an Engineering and Construction Reference

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: The Geotechnical report provides critical and vital information for the owner, architect, design engineer, and the contractor to use and evaluate. This course introduces the student to the many components that make up a through geotechnical report. The various observations and tests are explained so that an inference to the ground properties can be achieved. The geotechnical report is a complex scientific document that can be confusing to even highly experienced people. Owners, architects, engineers, and contractors must be able to understand the implications of the reports in order to achieve an on time, on budget and failure free project. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G106A

CEU Course Title: Understanding the Geotechnical Report as an Engineering and Construction Reference^{AIA HSW}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G107

CEU Course Title: Engineering Design Using Excel Worksheet

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G107A

CEU Course Title: Engineering Design Using Excel Worksheet^AIA

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: The Engineering Design Using Excel Worksheet course is written to introduce the reader to the many advantages of computer design procedures. The goal of this course is to show the reader that computer design is easily done by the same methods that manual design employs. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

This course is registered with AIA/CES as a continuing education course for architects. Courses registered with AIA/CES are acceptable to all state licensing boards for architects.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G108

CEU Course Title: Bidding: Understanding the Process and Successful Strategies

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: The purpose of this course is to explain all the effort that goes into the tendering of successful construction proposals. It offers suggestions on bidding strategies and how to prepare for bid closing day. Another goal of this course is to convince the reader that bidding should be an honest and ethical endeavor. The course explains why it is important to know when, where, which projects, who to bid to, and how much to bid. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G108A

CEU Course Title: Bidding: Understanding the Process and Successful Strategies^AIA

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: The purpose of this course is to explain all the effort that goes into the tendering of successful construction proposals. It offers suggestions on bidding strategies and how to prepare for bid closing day. Another goal of this course is to convince the reader that bidding should be an honest and ethical endeavor. The course explains why it is important to know when, where, which projects, who to bid to, and how much to bid.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

This course is registered with AIA/CES as a continuing education course for architects. Courses registered with AIA/CES are acceptable to all state licensing boards for architects.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G109

CEU Course Title: Practical Dynamic Analysis and Design for Engineers and Architects

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: Computer-assisted dynamic analysis has slowly but steadily won a foothold in the typical design office environment. This was primarily achieved due to the affordability of such software and the convenience of graphical user interfaces that have helped turn input data preparation and outputs presentations as routine exercises. This course introduces engineers and architects to the fundamental concepts in dynamic analysis and design that have to be well understood before a dynamic analysis is done on structures using "black-box" software tools. This course covers a discussion on the response spectra analysis and eigenvalue analysis with particular emphasis on how to interpret results from such analysis. Common pitfalls encountered in applying results from such analysis to design are discussed at length. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G110

CEU Course Title: Soil Slope Stability Analysis Using the Friction Circle Method Programmed in EXCEL

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: The purpose of this course is to show the reader that slope stability design by friction circle theory can be easily and accurately calculated by PC computer using EXCEL worksheets. This powerful program can solve in seconds which used to take days or weeks to calculate by hand. The reader will be able to readily design both safe and economical excavation solutions. In today's competitive construction market it is crucial to be able to design the steepest possible stable temporary excavation slopes. With crew and public safety a first priority, the designer cannot afford to rely on guesses and hope to be correct. OSHA offers guidelines that are so ultraconservative as to be considered impractical and the classification subject to opinion. With this program tool in hand the slope designer can instill confidence in crews, engineers, inspectors and owners, and satisfy OSHA requirements. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G111

CEU Course Title: Trench and Excavation Support Options and Excavation Slope Design

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: The purpose of this course is to show the reader the importance of considering the various options of excavation and trench support methods. Safety, site, ground condition, and obstruction constraints influence the selection of any excavation support method. The cost difference between the various methods in any given application can be huge. Selecting the safe and most economical excavation support method is critical to winning and completing successful projects. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G112

CEU Course Title: Practical Excavation and Trench Temporary Shoring Design and Construction

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: The purpose of the course is to show the reader how to design and build practical excavation shoring. The design examples show the safe and proven calculation techniques for shoring design that can be applied to most excavation shoring situations. The course explains why proper shoring construction procedures are important to creating a successful shoring system. Sheet pile and soldier pile shoring systems are designed including the walers, struts, and lagging. Cantilever, braced and box configurations are designed and compared. The load factors are developed for partial shoring in steep temporary construction banks. Finally, the proper installation procedures are explained. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G113

CEU Course Title: Design Loads and Construction of Tremie Sealed Cofferdams

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: The purpose of this course is to show that cofferdam construction is a complex process of design and construction through a series of stages. The designer must consider a number of forces than just the hydrostatic water loading. The student will have a better understanding of the design and construction process involved in building tremie sealed cofferdam in open water. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G114

CEU Course Title: Board Rules for Practicing Engineering

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $39

PDH Course Description: The purpose of this course is to get familiar with the rules and regulations for practicing engineering. The student will have a better understanding of the rules of professional conduct, continuing education requirements and other regulatory provisions contained in Rules of State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (the Rules). This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G115

CEU Course Title: Board Rules for Practicing Land Surveying

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $39

PDH Course Description: The purpose of this course is to get familiar with the rules and regulations for practicing Land Surveyors. The student will have a better understanding of the rules of professional conduct, continuing education requirements and other regulatory provisions contained in Rules of State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (the Rules).

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

If you are registered as a Professional Surveyors or Mappers in the state of Missouri, you need to take this course under Course G115D in Surveying & Mapping Category.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G115D

CEU Course Title: Board's Rules for Practicing Land Surveying^{MO PELS Board Approved Course}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $39

PDH Course Description: The purpose of this course is to get familiar with the rules and regulations for practicing Land Surveyors. The student will have a better understanding of the rules of professional conduct, continuing education requirements and other regulatory provisions contained in Rules of State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (the Rules).

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

This PDH online course is approved by Missouri PELS Board.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G116

CEU Course Title: What Do Engineers & Architects Need to Know about New OSHA Safety Standards for Steel Erection?

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 5 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 5 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.5 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 5 LU

Online Course Price: $149

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G116A

CEU Course Title: What Do Engineers & Architects Need to Know about New OSHA Safety Standards for Steel Erection? ^{AIA HSW}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 5 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 5 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.5 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 5 LU

Online Course Price: $149

PDH Course Description: The new OSHA Safety Standards for Steel Erection (Final Rules) went into effect on January 18, 2002. This course highlights the primary impact of the new OSHA Safety Standards for Steel Erection on the design practice of structural engineers and architects. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

This course is registered with AIA/CES as a continuing education course for architects, and qualifies for Health, Safety and Welfare (HSW) credits. Courses registered with AIA/CES are acceptable to all state licensing boards for architects.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G119

CEU Course Title: An Overview of OSHA's Process Safety Management Standard

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This course provides the user with an overview of the OSHA PSM (1910.119) standard which governs the management of processes involving highly hazardous chemicals. The course will show the conditions that will trigger compliance to the PSM standard and give a brief description of the specific elements (or requirements) of the standard. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G120

CEU Course Title: Preparing for and Taking the Professional Engineering Exam

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This course is designed to help the aspiring engineer pass the PE exam. Only about 50% of the attempts to pass the exam are successful. All of the applicants are graduate engineers, but that is not good enough. The test is designed to be a serious challenge. The engineering professions demand high standards of excellence. The PE exam is one of the most difficult hurdles an engineer will encounter. The only way to have a reasonable chance to pass the test is to properly and thoroughly prepare. This course shows how to prepare for the exam and offers time saving and simplifying techniques that can be used while taking the exam. The author�s specialty is Civil engineering, so the examples are structural. However, the need to prepare and apply sound engineering principle is universal to all engineering professions. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G122

CEU Course Title: Safety and Health Requirements - Part 1 of 3

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 8 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 8 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.8 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 8 LU

Online Course Price: $199

PDH Course Description: This course provides information on the safety and health requirements related to the construction. The course materials are based on the US Army Corps of Engineers' Safety and Health Requirements Manual. The provisions of this manual implement safety and health standards and requirements contained in OSHA 29 CFR 1910, 29 CFR 1926, 29 CFR 1960, 30 CFR 56, Executive Order 12196, DODI 6055.1, AR 40-5, AR 385-10, AR 385-11, and AR 385-40. This manual is an excellent reference book for anyone in the construction industry, including engineers, architects and construction managers. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G123

CEU Course Title: Safety and Health Requirements - Part 2 of 3

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 8 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 8 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.8 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 8 LU

Online Course Price: $199

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G124

CEU Course Title: Safety and Health Requirements - Part 3 of 3

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 8 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 8 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.8 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 8 LU

Online Course Price: $199

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G125

CEU Course Title: Understanding Firewall Basics

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 1 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 1 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.1 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 1 LU

Online Course Price: $29

PDH Course Description: This course will provide the user with a general understanding of the different types of firewalls. Four types of firewalls are discussed and include a firewall, a standard firewall, fire barriers and fire partitions. Openings and penetrations in firewalls are also discussed. Closing mechanisms associated with firewall openings and penetrations are also described. This course will delineate the differences in both the design and ratings of the four major types of firewalls. Recommendations concerning the construction requirements of firewalls and the restrictions on openings and penetrations in firewalls are provided. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G125A

CEU Course Title: Understanding Firewall Basics^{AIA HSW}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 1 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 1 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.1 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 1 LU

Online Course Price: $29

PDH Course Description: This course will provide the user with a general understanding of the different types of firewalls. Four types of firewalls are discussed and include a firewall, a standard firewall, fire barriers and fire partitions. Openings and penetrations in firewalls are also discussed. Closing mechanisms associated with firewall openings and penetrations are also described. This course will delineate the differences in both the design and ratings of the four major types of firewalls. Recommendations concerning the construction requirements of firewalls and the restrictions on openings and penetrations in firewalls are provided.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

This course is registered with AIA/CES as a continuing education course for architects, and qualifies for Health, Safety and Welfare (HSW) credits. Courses registered with AIA/CES are acceptable to all state licensing boards for architects.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G126

CEU Course Title: What Do Engineers and Architects Need to Know about the Americans with Disabilities Act?

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 6 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 6 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.6 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 6 LU

Online Course Price: $149

PDH Course Description: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal civil rights law intended to protect qualified persons with disabilities from discrimination in employment, government services and programs, transportation, public accommodations, and telecommunications. The ADA covers a wide range of legal and regulatory issues with regard to Americans with disabilities. This course will focus on the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities (the ADA Accessibility Design Guidelines), with which engineers and architects need to comply when working on new constructions or alterations of existing structures. The ADA Accessibility Design Guidelines include general instructions and definitions as well as technical specifications and requirements on elements and spaces. Specific requirements for restaurants, cafeterias, medical facilities, business facilities, lodging facilities, libraries and transportation facilities are also discussed in the ADA Accessibility Design Guidelines. It is very important for engineers and architects to get familiar with the guidelines. In some states, professional engineers who design buildings are required to have certain professional development hours (PDH) in ADA Accessibility Design Guidelines for their PE renewals.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G126A

CEU Course Title: What Do Engineers and Architects Need to Know about the Americans with Disabilities Act?^{AIA HSW}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 6 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 6 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.6 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 6 LU

Online Course Price: $149

PDH Course Description: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal civil rights law intended to protect qualified persons with disabilities from discrimination in employment, government services and programs, transportation, public accommodations, and telecommunications. The ADA covers a wide range of legal and regulatory issues with regard to Americans with disabilities. This course will focus on the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities (the ADA Accessibility Design Guidelines), with which engineers and architects need to comply when working on new constructions or alterations of existing structures. The ADA Accessibility Design Guidelines include general instructions and definitions as well as technical specifications and requirements on elements and spaces. Specific requirements for restaurants, cafeterias, medical facilities, business facilities, lodging facilities, libraries and transportation facilities are also discussed in the ADA Accessibility Design Guidelines. It is very important for engineers and architects to get familiar with the guidelines. In some states, professional engineers who design buildings are required to have certain professional development hours (PDH) in ADA Accessibility Design Guidelines for their PE renewals.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

This course is registered with AIA/CES as a continuing education course for architects, and qualifies for Health, Safety and Welfare (HSW) credits. Courses registered with AIA/CES are acceptable to all state licensing boards for architects.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G127

CEU Course Title: Process Equipment Cost Estimating By Ratio And Proportion

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 1 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 1 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.1 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 1 LU

Online Course Price: $29

PDH Course Description: Even with the advent of sophisticated estimating software it is sometimes simply easier to manually approximate an equipment cost. Moreover, while there may be sophisticated software available to generate accurate cost estimates, we should never lose sight of the importance of understanding the basis for costs. We should never let computer output cloud simple estimating judgment.

It is novel to be armed with simple, quick, easy to understand techniques to arrive at approximate equipment costs. That is the subject of this course. The equipment cost estimating methods that will be outlined are suitable for use with preliminary and budget estimates.

This course includes a True-False quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G129

CEU Course Title: The Engineer in the Courts

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 8 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 8 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.8 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 8 LU

Online Course Price: $199

PDH Course Description: Engineers working as a technical consultant and/or expert witness in the legal environment must function as educators, evaluators, and investigators in a manner that appropriately supports the distinct needs of their client/employer. (And, client/employer requirements will differ depending upon whether the client/employer is the plaintiff, the defense, or the court itself.) Beginning as a technical consultant and/or expert witness requires

a knowledge of both the law regulating the practice of engineering and the Canons of Practice and
the development of

a) a detailed resume that includes pertinent credentials;
b) a fee schedule, billing philosophy, and a mechanism for billing if serving as a consultant,
c) a philosophy on note taking, and
d) a philosophy on how files will be maintained. This course is addressed to

the consulting engineer interested in becoming a technical consultant and/or expert witness for the legal profession,
the consulting engineer just getting started as a technical consultant/expert witness for the legal profession, and
engineers in industry assigned, as a company employee, to assist company attorneys in litigation.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G130

CEU Course Title: MFL Firewalls

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: This course provides a synopsis of the FM guidelines and design criteria for MFL walls. The user will be provided with a general understanding of the design requirements for each of the different types of MFL firewalls as preparation for understanding and implementing the FM Loss Prevention Data publications required for the design of MFL walls. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G133

CEU Course Title: Intellectual Property Issues for Architects, Engineers & Surveyors

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: The course is a compilation of subjects, definitions, and personal interpretations of issues dealing with intellectual property. After a generalized introduction, the scope narrows to those aspects of intellectual property that will be of particular interest to Architects, Engineers, and Surveyors. A course of this length cannot possibly cover every aspect of intellectual property in detail, but the basics will be received by the student. The course does not address the significant issues dealing with current copyright law that derives from relatively recent technological developments such as digitization and download of information via the computer/internet.

This course contains the opinions and ideas of its author. It is intended to provide helpful and informative material on the subject matter covered. It is presented with the understanding that the author is not engaged in rendering legal or, in regards to this course, other professional services. If legal advice or other expert assistance is required, the student is encouraged to consult appropriate counsel for advice specific to his or her individual circumstance.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end.

If you are registered as a Professional Surveyors or Mappers in the state of Florida, you need to take this course under Course G133F in Surveying & Mapping Category.

If you are registered as a Professional Surveyors or Mappers in the state of Tennessee, you need to take this course under Course G133B in Surveying & Mapping Category.

If you are registered as a Professional Surveyors or Mappers in the state of New Jersey, you need to take this course under Course G133C in Surveying & Mapping Category.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G133A

CEU Course Title: Intellectual Property Issues for Architects, Engineers & Surveyors^{AIA HSW}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: The course is a compilation of subjects, definitions, and personal interpretations of issues dealing with intellectual property. After a generalized introduction, the scope narrows to those aspects of intellectual property that will be of particular interest to Architects, Engineers, and Surveyors. A course of this length cannot possibly cover every aspect of intellectual property in detail, but the basics will be received by the student. The course does not address the significant issues dealing with current copyright law that derives from relatively recent technological developments such as digitization and download of information via the computer/internet.

This course contains the opinions and ideas of its author. It is intended to provide helpful and informative material on the subject matter covered. It is presented with the understanding that the author is not engaged in rendering legal or, in regards to this course, other professional services. If legal advice or other expert assistance is required, the student is encouraged to consult appropriate counsel for advice specific to his or her individual circumstance.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end.

This course is registered with AIA/CES as a continuing education course for architects, and qualifies for Health, Safety and Welfare (HSW) credits. Courses registered with AIA/CES are acceptable to all state licensing boards for architects.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G133B

CEU Course Title: Intellectual Property Issues for Architects, Engineers, & Surveyors^{TN PLS Board Approved Course CER-579-(I)-03}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G133F

CEU Course Title: Intellectual Property Issues for Architects, Engineers, & Surveyors^{FL PLS Board Approved Course 6642}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: The course is a compilation of subjects, definitions, and personal interpretations of issues dealing with intellectual property. After a generalized introduction, the scope narrows to those aspects of intellectual property that will be of particular interest to Architects, Engineers, and Surveyors. A course of this length cannot possibly cover every aspect of intellectual property in detail, but the basics will be received by the student. The course does not address the significant issues dealing with current copyright law that derives from relatively recent technological developments such as digitization and download of information via the computer/internet.

This course contains the opinions and ideas of its author. It is intended to provide helpful and informative material on the subject matter covered. It is presented with the understanding that the author is not engaged in rendering legal or, in regards to this course, other professional services. If legal advice or other expert assistance is required, the student is encouraged to consult appropriate counsel for advice specific to his or her individual circumstance.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end.

Attention to the User:

The online quiz SUBMIT function is disabled for this course because it is approved as a homestudy course by Florida Board of Professional Surveyors and Mappers. If you are not licensed in Florida, you should take PDH Course G133, which enables you to obtain the certificate of completion instantly after you pass the quiz.

If you are a licensed surveyor or mapper in the state of Florida, you need to print out the quiz and send the completed quiz to us by US mail. You must sign, date and seal the completed quiz. Your PDH credits will not be reported to the Florida Board until we receive your signed and sealed quiz.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G134

CEU Course Title: North Carolina & International Fire Codes For Storage of Flammable & Combustible Liquids At Petroleum Facilities

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: Fire codes and environmental regulations change constantly regarding the storage of Flammable & Combustible Liquids at Petroleum Marketeering Facilities. Many state building code agencies are now adopting the International Building Code (IBC) and International Fire Code (IFC) as a national code consensus takes hold. North Carolina has adopted the IBC effective January 1, 2002. To protect the motoring public and to enhance air quality, the NC Fire Code, IFC, US EPA and the NC Division of Air Quality has formulated regulations and codes regarding the storage of Petroleum. The NC State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors have also required that a Professional Engineer (PE) seal all plans regarding ASTs/USTs installations, piping, ancillary equipment upgrades, and vapor recovery system installations for further protection of the public and environment. . This course includes a multiple choice quiz at the end.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G135

CEU Course Title: NABIE Standards of Practice for Building Inspections

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: The subject of independent, or third party, home/building inspections as a formalized method of information delivery has received increased interest in the last several years. Issues range from the qualifications, certification, and licensing of independent inspectors to proper conduct of these inspectors in the interaction with buyers and sellers of real property. This web-based course will assist Professional Engineers, Home Inspectors, and Building Code Enforcement Officials in becoming familiar with the NABIE and its programs and Standards of Practice. This course includes a multiple choice quiz at the end.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G136

CEU Course Title: NFPA Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code 58 Fire Safety Analysis Plan and O&M Instructions for Propane Storage Systems

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: To safeguard propane installations, the NFPA and the US EPA have developed the FSA and O&M instructions that all-applicable propane facilities must comply within a certain time frame. In some states a licensed professional engineer must fully understand and prepare the FSA plan. The 2001 edition of the National Fire Protection Associations (NFPA) Pamphlet 58, Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code requires a written Fire Safety Analysis (FSA) and written Operations & Maintenance Instructions. These requirements originated at the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Risk Management Program (RMP). The NFPA 58 requirements are much less restrictive than what the EPA originally proposed. The requirement for a written (FSA) for all tank installations over 4,000 gallons aggregate capacity becomes effective when your State adopts the 2001 edition NFPA 58, section 3.10, Fire Protection. New propane bulk plants and tank installations and for ASME tank installations on roofs, must complete an FSA before completion of the new facility. Also, a written FSA is required for all-existing bulk plants, tanks and roof installations by three years after the effective date of the code. In North Carolina, a professional engineer registered in North Carolina must prepare the FSA. Other guidelines for an alternative FSA come under the NC Department of Agriculture. The other RMP-like requirements are found in the new Chapter 11 of NFPA 58, Operations and Maintenance. This requires written procedures for safely conducting LP-Gas activities at bulk and industrial plants. Also, these procedures must be kept up to date. Similarly, maintenance procedures must be prepared and implemented. These must be made available to contractors coming on site to do maintenance. Be sure to look at NFPA 58, Appendix A, sections A.11.2.1 and A.11.2.2 for some guidance for what is expected in these procedures and what you may use to help you prepare them. This course includes a multiple choice quiz at the end.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G137

CEU Course Title: An Overview of Incident Investigation and Reporting

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: This course provides the user with an overview of incident investigation. The motivation for this course is to outline a procedure of incident investigation that is objective and satisfies most regulatory requirements. Many incident investigations and reports are done with prejudice. Conclusions and recommendations are often predetermined to suit the goals of the investigators. This could occur intentionally or unintentionally. In this course an effort is made to present a means to minimize the bias that can enter an investigation. Also, an incident investigation procedure/format that is in general compliance with OSHA/EPA regulations is difficult to find. One can usually obtain from OSHA or EPA an outline for an investigation procedure. These usually do not have much practical value in that they are usually for a specific regulation or simply outline the procedure that OSHA or EPA agents should use for their own investigations. Most facilities must comply with multiple investigation/reporting requirements as listed in various OSHA and EPA regulations. This course outlines a general procedure designed to comply with most OSHA and EPA regulations. It is not possible to ensure compliance with ALL regulations; however, by following the guidelines in this course one should be able to minimize repeat investigations and reports. This course includes a multiple choice quiz at the end.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G139

CEU Course Title: Minimal AutoCAD�

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This two hour online course discusses and demonstrates the use of AutoCAD� keyboard commands to prepare presentable sketches and edit construction drawings. Classes of commands and command structure are presented, followed by primitive commands. The primitive commands comprise a complete set which enable sketching new drawings and editing existing, even complex, drawings. Three simple exercised are included. Work-arounds for common problems are included in the command discussions. A short list of Internet links for independent follow-up is included. An Attachment provides an insight to AutoCAD� mindset and an exhaustive listing of keyboard commands. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G142

CEU Course Title: Population Projections

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 1 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 1 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.1 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 1 LU

Online Course Price: $29

PDH Course Description: This one-hour online course provides an introduction to methods of projecting population growth or decline. Future population size is a key parameter in designing facilities such as domestic water and wastewater treatment plants and municipal solid waste landfills. This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G144

CEU Course Title: 2000 International Building Code - Classification of Occupancy and Construction Types

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: The 2000 International Building Code has been adopted by eighteen states as of April 2002. This course highlights the use and occupancy classification and the types of construction, and helps engineers get familiar with the latest building code. The course materials are based entirely on IBC 2000: Chapter 3 - Use and Occupancy Classification and Chapter 6 - Types of Construction (17 pages, you need to have a copy of IBC 2000 for this course). This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G144A

CEU Course Title: 2000 International Building Code - Classification of Occupancy and Construction Types^{AIA HSW}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G145

CEU Course Title: 2000 International Building Code - Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: The 2000 International Building Code has been adopted by eighteen states as of April 2002. This course highlights the special detailed requirements based on use and occupancy, and helps engineers get familiar with the latest building code. The course materials are based entirely on IBC 2000: Chapter 4 - Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy (28 pages, you need to have a copy of IBC 2000 for this course). This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G145A

CEU Course Title: 2000 International Building Code - Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy^{AIA HSW}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G146

CEU Course Title: Avoiding Design Blunders

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

PDH Course Description: Failure is inevitable. Whatever you design will fail someday. Will it be sooner, or will it be later and come in the form of an honorable retirement after a long and useful life? Will it be sudden or gradual? Catastrophic or evolutionary?

As Architects, Engineers or Designers we strive to design for the longest practical life of our structures, systems, devices or processes. But, we cannot foresee all of the conditions against which our designs may be tested.

The failures of the past, many of which are described in this course, serve as lessons for the future. Here you will find some of the author's thoughts on design blunders as well as the ideas of many others. They are presented in the hope that they suggest some general principles of design, which you will find useful in your work. No design professional is immune from committing blunders but, perhaps, we can reduce their likelihood by thoughtful application of those principles.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G146A

CEU Course Title: Avoiding Design Blunders^{AIA HSW}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $89

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G147

CEU Course Title: Life Cycle Assessment of Building Projects

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This 2-hour course introduces the concepts of life cycle assessment to the building projects. It describes the life cycle analysis methodologies with specific illustrations to the air-conditioning functions of the building elements. This course is designed to meet the continuing professional development needs of individuals involved in managing resource development, building design, construction and project management.

It is suitable for students, managers, engineers, auditors, equipment manufacturers and the designers. It shall also be beneficial for individuals who utilize information from life cycle cost estimates, supervise cost estimates, prepare budgets, manage acquisition programs, evaluate and negotiate contract proposals, or desire grounding in the basic techniques of cost estimating.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G148

CEU Course Title: North Carolina Board Rules for Practicing Engineering

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $39

PDH Course Description: The purpose of this course is to get familiar with the rules and regulations for practicing engineering. The student will have a better understanding of the rules of professional conduct, continuing education requirements and other regulatory provisions contained in Board Rules for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (the Rules).

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G149

CEU Course Title: North Carolina Board Rules for Practicing Land Surveying

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $39

PDH Course Description: The purpose of this course is to get familiar with the rules and regulations for practicing land surveying. The student will have a better understanding of the rules of professional conduct, continuing education requirements and other regulatory provisions contained in Board Rules for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (the Rules).

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G150

CEU Course Title: Why Standards Matter

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G150A

CEU Course Title: Why Standards Matter^{AIA HSW}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This two-hour course is designed as an introduction for management and technical personnel in business, industry association management, government, and public policy; university faculty and students; engineers, quality control and purchasing staff; consumers; and those new to organizations that develop standards. This course includes 6 lessons.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

This course is registered with AIA/CES as a continuing education course for architects, and qualifies for Health, Safety and Welfare (HSW) credits. Courses registered with AIA/CES are acceptable to all state licensing boards for architects.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G152

CEU Course Title: Equipment Specifications: Requirements, Developments, and Use

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: This 2-hour course discusses the process of equipment specifications used to describe engineered equipment such as instrumentation and controls, but can be applied to almost any piece of equipment that must be purchased. This course will enable a person or engineer to development a specification on a short form or long form as required to procure and document a piece of equipment.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G153

CEU Course Title: Avoiding Falsework Failure

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 1 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 1 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.1 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 1 LU

Online Course Price: $29

PDH Course Description: This course will discuss the design considerations of bridge falsework and the causes of failure as each element of the falsework system is discussed. The principals of falsework design apply to any temporary structural system designed to support the weight of a permanent structure during erection and until the permanent structure is self supporting. Post-tensioned box girder bridge falsework is selected for discussion because it can contain all of the complications that can result in structural failure. Bridge falsework often must span traffic, rivers and safely support massive weights in adverse conditions.

This course includes a True-False quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G154

CEU Course Title: The U. S. Standards Development System and Process: The American Way

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

PDH Course Description: This two-hour course provides an overview of today's U.S. standard development environment, examples of the various types of standards and sources, and how standard development relates government and national and international business. This course consists of the following six lessons:

Lesson 1 - Course Overview

Lesson 2 - The Big Picture

Lesson 3 - Standards Today - The World Has Changed

Lesson 4 - Types of Standards

Lesson 5 - U.S. National Standards Development - The American Way

Lesson 6 - What's in it for me? How and Why to Participate in Standards Development

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G154A

CEU Course Title: The U. S. Standards Development System and Process: The American Way ^{AIA HSW}

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 4 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 4 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.4 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 4 LU

Online Course Price: $119

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G155

CEU Course Title: Linear Least Squares Parameter Estimation

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 3 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 3 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.3 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 3 LU

Online Course Price: $39

PDH Course Description: The need to fit mathematical models to measured data arises often in science and engineering. Parameter estimation is a disciple that provides estimates of unknown parameters in a system or process model based on measured data. The professional analyst can use the model that results from the application of parameter estimation to explain measured data to customers in a concise, compelling way.

The 3-hour course begins with a general, nonlinear system model and then focuses on a linear system model. Six basic assumptions about measurement errors are presented and their implications on the least squares estimator explained. Confidence limits for the estimated parameters are developed.

A series of courses that include nonlinear least squares and other estimation techniques are planned.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G156

CEU Course Title: Environmental Regulations and Codes For Underground Tank Storage of Flammable & Combustible Liquids

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: The author has attempted to greatly simplify Federal and North Carolina Petroleum Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations. Many states have their own UST installation, environmental and clean up regulations. The vast volumes of paper work and technical documents available make a short synopsis of the subject necessary. Petroleum UST environmental compliance, operations and maintenance installation regulations change constantly regarding the storage of Flammable & Combustible Liquids. The clean up of petroleum contaminated soils and water from leaking underground storage tanks (LUSTs) constantly stay active in all states. Most states have trust funds set aside to facilitate federal and/or state clean up standards.

Fire Codes (NFPA or IFC) should also be included for the proper installation of petroleum UST, this course will only focus on the environmental compliance of petroleum USTs.

This course includes a multiple choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G157

CEU Course Title: Disaster Engineering

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: Many facilities, plant or maintenance engineers are faced with natural and manmade disasters every year. These same engineers are often ill equipped to deal with the mayhem that occurs following a disaster. This course provides guidelines for making sure facilities are initially designed or modified to be more robust during a disaster. Then the critical task of mitigating further building damage, immediately following a disaster, is addressed. Finally the important point of identifying damage and properly rebuilding after a disaster are covered.

This course content was successfully tested during a real natural disaster in which tornados caused severe damage to two manufacturing facilities.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.

Disciplines: Architecture, Construction, Engineering

PDH Course Number: G158

CEU Course Title: Effective Email for the Technical Professional

Professional Development Hour for Engineer (PE): 2 PDH Professional Development Unit for Land Surveyor (LS, PLS): 2 PDU

Continuing Education Unit for Contractor (GC): 0.2 CEU AIA Learning Unit for Architect (RA): 2 LU

Online Course Price: $59

PDH Course Description: The value of electronic mail in the technical and engineering fields is without question. Email is cheaper and faster than a letter, less intrusive than a phone call, and less hassle than a facsimile (FAX). When using email, differences in location and time zone are less of an obstacle to communication. The internet can be used to instantly transmit drawing revisions to project team members located anywhere on the planet. Almost all drawing files and project documents are now sent via email attachments. Coupled with digital photography, email allows real-time project field conditions to be easily visually, as well as descriptively, conveyed over vast distances.

Before the advent of electronic technology, people who were not very skilled at writing could do most of their communication verbally. This coping strategy is less possible now. A large number of technical professionals do not understand how to adjust their communication styles from the conventional to this new medium. This course will help those individuals to avoid this problem. This course will be useful not only to technical professionals who are just beginning, but also to those who are already using email as a mode of communication. The material covered will be useful to you as you continue your emailing experience.

This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of course materials.