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Course 5 LNG Thermodynamics Part 3A - 2 PDH
This course introduces learners to Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) production processes. LNG is widely used around the world. It is a very compact form of natural gas in liquid form. It is used on very cold days to supplement gas from the interstate pipelines …
Course 6 LNG Thermodynamics 3B - 2 PDH
In the earlier courses, the basics of thermodynamics were covered and applied to a single-component (pure substance) refrigerant system. The car air conditioner was used as a basis for understanding the vapor compression, pressure let down, and …
A High Value Compilation of Safety Moments - 3.5 PDH
The course equips participants with the knowledge to identify potential risks, foster a culture of safety, and implement preventive measures to protect personnel, equipment, and the community.
Course 1 Liquefied Natural Gas Introductory Course - 2.5 PDH
This course is the first in a series of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Courses. This course is designed for engineers entering the specialty of LNG or who want to understand the basics of LNG production, storage, transportation, safety measures, and …
Course 2 What Every Energy Engineer Needs to Know About Liquefied Natural Gas Safety - 4.5 PDH
This training covers LNG safety technologies at both a technical and human resource development level. This training is needed to help you design, operate or maintain an LNG facility; however, many of the specialized materials covered pertain to all …
Course 3 LNG Thermodynamics 1 - 4 PDH
This Part 1 course introduces the learner to natural gas’s origins and the production of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG). LNG is widely used around the world. It is a very compact form of natural gas in liquid form. It is used on very cold days to supplement …
Course 4 LNG Thermodynamics Part 2 - 4 PDH
This Part 2 course introduces the learner to the use of thermodynamic software in lieu of using charts for performing thermodynamic analyses. The use of such software is much more time efficient, accurate and flexible.
Designing Fire & EMS Stations A Comprehensive Guide - 11 PDH
This course dives into the critical aspects of designing fire and EMS stations that prioritize safety, health, and operational efficiency. From station layout and site selection to ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Bioretention Design: Performance, Longevity, and Sustainability - 10 PDH
Stormwater management is evolving, and bioretention systems are at the forefront of sustainable infrastructure. This course introduces the principles of bioretention, guiding participants through design elements, engineering strategies, and best practices …
Retrofit and Repair of Reinforced Concrete Walls with Fiber-Reinforced Polymers - 2 PDH
This course explores how FRP can improve structural resilience, increase safety in seismic zones, and reduce long-term maintenance costs.
Earthquake Resilience Benefit-Cost Analysis for Building Design and Retrofit - 2 PDH
This course is ideal for engineers, architects, building owners, policymakers, and disaster preparedness professionals interested in improving the earthquake resilience of buildings.
Collapse Resistance in Federal Buildings - 10 PDH
Progressive collapse can lead to catastrophic failures, causing widespread damage and loss of life. This course introduces the GSA guidelines, equipping participants with knowledge and tools to design structures capable of withstanding these risks.
Test Facility for Pressure Losses in Plumbing Pipes and Fittings - 2 PDH
This course provides a detailed understanding of pressure loss in plumbing systems. It covers the principles of pressure loss in pipes and fittings, the factors affecting it, and the measurement techniques used to quantify pressure losses.
Effects of Weathering on the Properties of Vinyl Siding - 4 PDH
This course equips building professionals with the knowledge to optimize the longevity and safety of exterior building materials.
Design Standards for Federal Public Buildings - 20 PDH
This course introduces participants to its core principles, equipping them with the knowledge to navigate complex standards, implement innovative solutions, and achieve excellence in every project phase.
Designing Disaster Resilient Buildings to Minimize Debris - 5 PDH
This course begins by exploring the growing challenges posed by natural disasters. Participants will be introduced to a range of resilience strategies aimed at minimizing structural damage and debris.
Embodied Carbon and Resilient Building Design A Comprehensive Overview - 3.5 PDH
The course will provide a comprehensive understanding of embodied carbon and its significance in building design and construction. It begins with an introduction to the concept of embodied carbon, focusing on its importance in minimizing the environmental …
America Burning Design Strategies for Fire Prevention - 15 PDH
This course empowers professionals to integrate prevention design strategies, enhance public awareness, and adopt innovative practices for reducing fire incidents and losses.
Innovative Rainwater Management and Green Design - 3 PDH
This course provides an in-depth exploration of sustainable rainwater management through case studies and best practices. By learning about green infrastructure solutions such as wetlands, bioswales, and rain gardens, participants will be equipped to …
Fire Resilience in Steel-Concrete Structures Part I Insights from Full-Scale Testing - 10 PDH
This course empowers engineers and construction professionals to apply advanced fire resilience principles, design for structural integrity under fire exposure, and integrate performance-based fire protection strategies.
Assessment of Design Criteria and Best Practices for a Resilient Tomorrow - 15 PDH
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the design criteria and best practices essential for improving community resilience in the face of natural hazards.
Stormwater Calculator: Guide and Application - 6 PDH
This course provides a step-by-step guide on how to use the SWC Web App, analyze site data, and implement LID practices to improve stormwater sustainability.
Fire Resilience in Steel-Concrete Structures Part II Advanced Solutions - 5 PDH
This course examines groundbreaking full-scale experimental evaluations, exploring the influence of slab reinforcement and other critical factors on fire-induced performance.
Computational Wind Engineering Tools and Techniques - 5 PDH
This course is designed for engineers, architects, urban planners, and professionals involved in building design and risk assessment. It is ideal for those interested in applying cutting-edge wind engineering techniques to enhance structural resilience …
Construction & Demolition Landfills: Regulations and Best Practices - 7 PDH
This course provides a roadmap for developing and managing C&D landfills while incorporating best practices for waste reduction, site security, and climate resilience.
Integrating Climate Change Data into Codes and Standards - 3.5 PDH
The goal of this course is to equip building professionals with the knowledge to anticipate and incorporate future climate risks into today’s building standards.
Methods for Cleaning Contaminated Soils - 4 PDH
EPA uses many methods to clean up pollution at Superfund and other sites. This course presents various EPA-approved methods for cleaning contaminated soils. For each method, the course describes 1) how the method works, 2) how safe it is, 3) how long it …
Building in Coastal Areas - 5 PDH
The design and construction of residential buildings in coastal zones presents problems not usually found in more inland locations. For example, all elements of the building must be able to withstand the large forces associated with high wind speeds and …
OSHA: Construction, Demolition & Cleanup Safety Issues - 6 PDH
Construction, demolition, and cleanup projects are inherently hazardous. Accident rates in these industries are accordingly higher than in other industries. OSHA’s mission is to reduce these accident rates through safety rules and regulations. This course …
Ethics in Professional Practice - 2 PDH
Many engineering organizations have drafted codes of ethics to which their members are required to commit. Generally, these codes are quite similar and are based on a few fundamental principles which provide guidance to professional engineers in common …
Engineering Ethics Case Study: The Challenger Disaster - 3 PDH
This course provides instruction in engineering ethics through a case study of the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster. The course begins by presenting the minimum technical details needed to understand the physical cause of the Shuttle failure. The …
OSHA: Fatalities from Improper Work Practices - 4 PDH
This course is based on case studies taken from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s “Fatal Facts” —descriptions of accidents in which one or more workers died because of improper work practices. Reading and thinking about these case …
Ethics, Professionalism, and Disciplinary Actions: 1 PDH
The ten case studies given below are taken from actual disciplinary-action documents of a state licensing board for professional engineers and other related professionals. Even though the cases come from a single state board, they are intended to be …
FHWA Bridge Inspection Fundamentals - 6 PDH
The Federal Highway Administration’s Bridge Inspector’s Reference Manual (BIRM) is a comprehensive manual on programs, procedures, and techniques for inspecting and evaluating a variety of in-service highway bridges. BIRM serves as the basis of a …
Asbestos Standard for the Construction Industry - 5 PDH
In the construction industry, asbestos is found in installed products such as sprayed-on fireproofing, pipe insulation, floor tiles, cement pipe and sheet, roofing felts and shingles, ceiling tiles, fire-resistant drywall, drywall joint compounds, and …
FHWA Bridge Inspection Reporting - 5 PDH
The Federal Highway Administration’s Bridge Inspector’s Reference Manual (BIRM) is a comprehensive manual on programs, procedures, and techniques for inspecting and evaluating a variety of in-service highway bridges. BIRM serves as the basis of a …
Slope Stability Analysis - 3 PDH
This course is concerned with characteristics and critical aspects of the stability of excavation slopes; methods of designing slopes, including field observations and experience, slope stability charts, and detailed analyses; factors of safety; and …
Ethical Issues from the St. Francis Dam Failure - 3 PDH
This course will examine the ethical issues that arose from the 1928 failure of the St. Francis Dam near Los Angeles, California. Near midnight on March 12 of that year the 195-feet high concrete arch dam collapsed catastrophically, releasing 12 billion …
Impressed Current Cathodic - 3 PDH
This course provides an introduction to impressed current cathodic protection systems. There are two principle methods of providing cathodic protection: sacrificial anode and impressed current. The primary advantage of impressed current cathodic …
Water Cooling Towers - 3 PDH
Cooling water systems remove heat generated from a variety of industrial processes. There are three basic types of cooling water systems: once-through, open recirculating, and closed recirculating cooling water systems. This course describes once-through …
An Engineer’s Guide to Influencing Public Policy - 3 PDH
Engineers often are called upon to interact with public policy makers in the course of their careers, their professional development, and in pursuit of personal interests. There are, however, fundamental differences in what motivates engineers and what …
400 Hz Electrical - 3 PDH
This course includes information necessary for the proper design of 400-Hertz (Hz) conversion, distribution, and utilization systems. Special regard is paid to systems utilizing medium-voltage distribution. Systems supplying 400 Hz for ground-power …
How To Become Registered as an Architectural Engineer - 3 PDH
Engineers who have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) registration examination (formerly called the Engineer-in-Training….EIT exam) or both the FE and the Principles and Practices of Engineering (PE) registration examination in another discipline …
Landfill Gas Systems - 3 PDH
This course discusses the need for an operation and maintenance (O&M) plan for a landfill gas collection system that addresses the following: extraction wells; LFG monitoring probes; condensate collection and treatment; and flare station. A site-specific …
Soil Stabilization for Pavements - 3 PDH
This course will introduce you to accepted methods for stabilizing soils underlying new pavements to improve strength and durability. You will also learn about methods to achieve better soil gradation, and reduction of plasticity index or swelling …
Steam Generators - 3 PDH
This course addresses the design requirements for gas, oil, coal, and waste fuel fired steam generating, water-tube boilers and components with steam capacities between 20,000 and 250,000 pph and maximum pressures of 450 pounds per inch gauge …
Electrical Safety Aerial - 3 PDH
This course includes specific requirements for poles and structures, pole-mounted equipment, and aerial lines. Requirements addressed include pole handling and erection, climbing and working on poles, stringing of lines, working around pole-mounted …
Adsorption Technologies Operation Theory- 3 PDH
This course discusses practical guidance for the design of liquid and vapor phase devices for the adsorption of organic chemicals. The adsorptive media addressed include granular activated carbon (GAC) and other alternative adsorption carbon media, such …