Agenda
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Full Series Course Agendas:
Design Considerations for Shallow Foundations in Urban Environments
Thursday, June 18, 2026
9:00 am – 11:00 am CDT
Agenda:
Presented by Gregory C. Moormann, P.E., R.A.
Building Code Applications
- IBC considerations in dense urban environments
Site Investigation in Urban Settings
- Existing structures and adjacent buildings
- Limited access and underpinning considerations
- Working around existing infrastructure
Design Considerations
- Predicting and managing settlement in high-load structures
- Design impacts of excavation and support systems
- Coordination between geotechnical, structural, and construction teams
Real-World Design Challenges
- Design vs. field condition conflicts
- Regulatory and inspection challenges
- Lessons learned from major projects
Common Design Mistakes
- Errors in planning, coordination, and assumptions
Shallow Foundation Construction: Field Practices and Execution
Thursday, June 18, 2026
11:30 am – 1:30 pm CDT
Agenda:
Presented by Gregory C. Moormann, P.E., R.A.
Pre-Construction Preparation
- Site preparation and layout
- Excavation methods and sequencing
- Compaction requirements
Foundation Construction
- Forming systems
- Reinforcement placement
- Concrete mix design and placement
Post-Pour Activities
- Curing methods
- Waterproofing applications
- Backfilling procedures
Quality Control and Field Issues
- Inspection and testing procedures
- Common construction defects and how to avoid them
Evaluation and Repair of Shallow Foundation Failures
Thursday, June 18, 2026
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm CDT
Agenda:
Presented by Gregory C. Moormann, P.E., R.A.
Diagnosis and Evaluation
- Identifying causes of foundation movement (settlement vs. heave)
- Water intrusion and drainage issues
- Concrete distress and deterioration
Repair Design Considerations
- Selecting appropriate repair strategies
- Constraints in occupied or urban environments
Repair Techniques and Implementation
- Underpinning methods
- Crack repair techniques
- Waterproofing and drainage improvements
- Soil compaction grouting and grout injection leveling
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Credits
Engineers
6.0 PDHs (2.0 per course)
Architects
6.0 HSW CE Hours (2.0 per course)
AIA - American Institute of Architects
6.0 HSW LUs (2.0 per course)
ICC - International Code Council
6.0 CEUs (Building) (2.0 per course)
Continuing Education Information
These webinars are open to the public and is designed to qualify for 6.0 PDHs for professional engineers and 6.0 HSW continuing education hours for licensed 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, and New Jersey (Approval No. 24GP00049300). HalfMoon Education is deemed an approved continuing education sponsor for New York engineers and architects via its registration with the American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System (Regulations of the Commissioner §68.14(i)(2) and §69.6(i)(2)). Other states do not preapprove continuing education providers or courses.
The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved these courses for 6.0 HSW LUs (Sponsor No. J885). Only full participation is reportable to the AIA/CES.
The International Code Council has approved these events for .6 CEUs in the specialty area of Building (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:
6.0 HSW LUs (AIA)
Speakers
Gregory C. Moormann, P.E., R.A.
ANCORA ENGINEERING, PLLC, in New York CityMr. Moormann, PE, RA, earned a 5-year Bachelor of Architecture degree and a Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering from the New Jersey Institute of Technology. He is dually a licensed as a registered architect and a licensed Professional Engineer in the States of New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and other states and holds multiple professional affiliations and certifications. Mr. Moormann has spent a large portion of his 18+ year career involved in heavy construction and new building development in the New York City market under various capacities of geotechnical, excavations, demolition, remediation, and structural design works. Notable projects include MoMa Tower Verre; 432 Park Avenue; World Trade Center Towers 2, 3 & 4; 220 Central Park; Nordstrom Tower; and currently under construction 740 8th Avenue. Mr. Moormann has been directly involved with over 750 construction projects in the tri-state region. Additionally, he has held a technical director position in multiple engineering companies overseeing all special inspection operations. He is co-owner and principal of Ancora Engineering based out of mid-town Manhattan. Mr. Moormann also has his own private architecture and engineering practice focused on the local market around his New Jersey home.
AIA Info
Continuing Education Information
Please see each individual course page for detailed credit hour information:
Design Considerations for Shallow Foundations in Urban Environments
Shallow Foundation Construction: Field Practices and Execution
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