Credits

Engineers
2.0 PDHs

Architects
2.0 HSW CE Hours

AIA - American Institute of Architects
2.0 HSW LUs

Landscape Architects
2.0 HSW CE Hours

LACES - Landscape Architecture Continuing Education System
2.0 HSW PDHs

ICC - International Code Council
.2 CEUs (Sitework)

Continuing Education Information

This webinar is open to the public and is designed to qualify for 2.0 PDHs for professional engineers, 2.0 HSW continuing education hours for licensed architects, and 2.0 HSW continuing education hours for landscape architects in all states that allow this learning method. Please refer to specific state rules to determine eligibility.

HalfMoon Education is an approved continuing education sponsor for engineers in Florida (Provider License No: CEA362), Indiana (License No. CE21700059), Maryland, New Jersey (Approval No. 24GP00049300) and North Carolina (S-0130). HalfMoon Education is deemed an approved continuing education sponsor for New York engineers, architects and landscape architects via its registration with the American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System (AIA/CES) and the Landscape Architecture Continuing Education System (LA/CES). Other states do not preapprove continuing education providers or courses.

The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this course for 2.0 HSW LUs(Sponsor No. J885). Only full participation is reportable to the AIA/CES. 

The Landscape Architecture Continuing Education System has approved this course for 2.0 HSW PDHs. Only full participation is reportable to the LA CES.

The International Code Council has approved this event for .2 CEUs in the specialty area of Sitework (Preferred Provider No. 1232).

Attendance will be monitored, and attendance certificates will be available after the webinar for those who attend the entire course and score a minimum 80% on the quiz that follows the course (multiple attempts allowed).

*On-Demand Credits*

The preceding credit information only applies to the live presentation. This course in an on-demand format is not pre-approved by any licensing boards and may not qualify for the same credits; please consult your licensing board(s) to ensure that a structured, asynchronous learning format is appropriate. The following pre-approvals may be available for the on-demand format upon request:

2.0 HSW LUs (AIA)
2.0 HSW PDHs (LA CES) 

Speakers

Walter Kaeck, PE

Principal with Mueser Rutledge Consulting Engineers PLLC.

Mr. Kaeck is a principal at Mueser Rutledge Consulting Engineers with an MEng degree in geotechnical engineering and over 35 years of practical experience in groundwater control for underground construction. He is a co-author of the 3rd Edition of Construction Dewatering and Groundwater Control: New Methods and Applications. Mr. Kaeck has expertise in site investigations for groundwater control projects, design and analysis of pumping tests, and analysis of groundwater control systems using analytical and numerical models. His experience includes projects involving a variety of dewatering and groundwater control methods including: deep and shallow wells, wellpoint systems, ejectors, horizontal drains, slurry trenches and cutoff walls, and grouting methods.

Jesse Richins, PE, GE

Senior Associate at Mueser Rutledge Consulting Engineers PLLC.

Mr. Richins is a senior associate at Mueser Rutledge Consulting Engineers with a MS degree in geotechnical engineering and 20 years of experience. He specializes in dewatering and groundwater control analyses. His experience includes groundwater modeling using simplified analytic methods and complex three-dimensional transient numerical models, design and analysis of pumping tests, and seepage and dewatering estimates for excavations, including open-cut and partial-cut-off excavations. Mr. Richins has been involved in projects using various dewatering methods, including deep and shallow wells, wellpoint systems, ejectors, slurry trenches and cutoff walls, and particulate and chemical grouting.

AIA Info

AIA Provider Statement: 

HalfMoon Education Inc. is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number J885. All registered AIA/CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider of learning program may be sent to AIA/CES (cesupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3). 

This learning program is registered with AIA/CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. 

AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA/CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA/CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request. 

Course Title:  Deep Dive Into Construction Dewatering

Delivery Method: Live Online 

Course Description: This two-hour course provides a detailed examination of construction dewatering techniques, regulatory compliance, and site safety. The course will explain dewatering methods such as well point systems, sump pumping, and deep well dewatering. The course also explores environmental regulations, building codes, and safety requirements.

Learning Objectives: 

Learning Objective 1: Learners will be able to identify the purposes of construction dewatering and utilize temporary and permanent dewatering strategies where appropriate.

Learning Objective 2: Learners will be able to evaluate various dewatering methods, including well point systems, open sump pumping, ejector wells, and deep well dewatering.

Learning Objective 3: Learners will be able to assess environmental regulations and building codes applicable to construction dewatering operations.

Learning Objective 4: Learners will be able to identify and comply with construction site safety regulations related to dewatering operations.

LUs: 2.0

LU Type: LU|HSWs 

Prerequisites: None

Advance Preparation: None 

Program Level: Intermediate 

Course Expiration Date:  02/05/2028

Complaint Resolution Policy: 

Complaints regarding this course can be emailed to fchapman@halfmoonseminars.org or by calling (715) 835-5900. A HalfMoon Education representative will respond within 72 hours to resolve the complaint, which will include, but not limited to, access to another CE activity at no or reduced cost or a full or partial refund. Each instance will be resolved on a case-by-case situation.