Stiffness Modifications for Masonry Walls in FEA Software Programs {Video}
Are you confident in your familiarity with the finite element software your office uses to design masonry building components? Do you know what the program design defaults are within your software and how to make changes when necessary? With software programs being frequently updated, it is important to stay up-to-date on the changes and features […]
Tips for Modeling Masonry in Finite Element Software
Do you use a Finite Element Analysis program for modeling masonry elements? Do you have a thorough understanding of what factors are being used by your program for stiffness modification, and how the mesh sizes are being set in the model? In May 2016, Sam Rubenzer, PE, SE, with FORSE Consulting, gave a presentation on […]
Maintenance Recommendations for Concrete Parking Structures
Cleaning and maintenance of concrete parking structures tends to be an afterthought for design engineers, but proper maintenance can increase the lifespan of these structures and produce happy owners in the process. Regularly scheduled cleaning of expansion joints and washing down of the structure can reduce buildup of hazardous chemicals that cause the structure to deteriorate […]
SEU Curriculum Tracks Now Available
SE University is pleased to announce the addition of SE Curriculum Tracks as part of our initiative to increase efficiency in the workplace of our clients. Now available in the SEU Resource Center, SE Curriculum Tracks contain prior SE University content developed into specific training “Tracks” that will facilitate quick access to training new engineers […]
“SEU Speaker Inspires” Organization of the Month: NC State Department of Civil Engineering
In an effort to “Pay It Forward,” SE University is happy to announce our “SEU Speaker Inspires” program in which our speakers can designate a charity/organization of their choice for SE University to make a donation to help improve our world. In April 2016, Otto J. Schwarz, P.E., S.E., from Ryan Biggs | Clark Davis […]
“SEU Speaker Inspires” Organization of the Month: Stuart Scott Memorial Cancer Research Fund
In an effort to “Pay It Forward,” SE University is happy to announce our “SEU Speaker Inspires” program in which our speakers can designate a charity/organization of their choice for SE University to make a donation to help improve our world. In March 2016, Aldo E. McKay, PE, from Protection Engineering Consultants gave a talk […]
Progressive Collapse Analysis – When is it Required for a Federal Building? {Video}
Do you have a federal building project where you need to determine if a progressive collapse analysis is needed? Are you aware of recent additions to redundancy requirements for federal structures? During our March 2016 session, Implementation of the ISC Physical Security Design Requirements for Federal Buildings, Aldo McKay, PE, from Protection Engineering Consultants, offered […]
Survey for Structural Engineering Exam – Professional Activities and Knowledge Study
Do you have an interest in providing input on the knowledge and skills that are needed for an engineer who wants to take (and pass) the Structural Engineering Exam? NCEES is making a survey available until May 1st, and they are looking for licensed engineers to participate in the survey to help update the specifications for […]
“SEU Speaker Inspires” Organization of the Month: UCSD Structural Engineering Scholarship Fund
In an effort to “Pay It Forward,” SE University is happy to announce our “SEU Speaker Inspires” program in which our speakers can designate a charity/organization of their choice for SE University to make a donation to help improve our world. In February 2016, Dave K. Adams, SE, from BWE gave a talk on Ethics […]
“SEU Speaker Inspires” Organization of the Month: UCLA Civil Engineering Department
In an effort to “Pay It Forward,” SE University is happy to announce our “SEU Speaker Inspires” program in which our speakers can designate a charity/organization of their choice for SE University to make a donation to help improve our world. In November 2015, Emily Guglielmo, SE, from Martin/Martin, Inc., gave a talk on Clarifying Frequently […]