Agenda

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Wednesday, January 15, 2025 
9:00 am – 4:30 pm CST

 

Presented by: Daniel P. Messmer, P.E., D. GE
Addressing the Multiple Purposes of Site Engineering 

  • Engineering for built elements
  • Slope stabilization
  • Stormwater management
  • Landscape aesthetics
  • Sustainability goals: minimizing disturbance and preserving natural features

Site Plans 

  • Site plan contents
  • Soil investigation and considerations
  • Surface water and groundwater considerations
  • Excavation specifications and hauling
  • Construction grade staking
  • Paving and surfacing

Considering the Impact of Soils and Topography 

  • Understanding the role of soils
  • Soil characteristics, classification and engineering properties
  • Identifying the underlying geological conditions
  • Understanding the watershed
  • Considering site topography

Site Grading 

  • Grading for roads, sidewalks and paths
  • Grading for stairs and ramps
  • Grading for retaining walls
  • Grading slopes

Presented by: Alan Atalah, Ph.D.
Site Engineering for Stormwater Management and Erosion Control 

  • Reviewing state and local regulations
  • Overarching concepts erosion vs sedimentation
  • Ways to reduce soil erosion
  • Drainage systems
  • Slope stabilization
  • Ways to steer/control sediments to designated spots
  • Sediment traps and basins
  • Establishing proper building material handling and storage
  • Establishing equipment/vehicle fueling and maintenance practices
  • Stormwater management plan components

Doing Earthwork and Maintaining Safety 

  • Stripping and excavating soil
  • Weight of soil and excavation hazards
  • Underground installations
  • Water accumulation
  • Equipment safety
  • Tipping loads for excavators and cranes
  • Safe distance from power lines
  • Traffic control plan

Dewatering Overview

   

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Credits

Engineers
6.5 PDHs

Architects
6.5 HSW CE Hours

AIA - American Institute of Architects
6.5 HSW LUs

Landscape Architects
6.5 HSW CE Hours

LACES - Landscape Architecture Continuing Education System
6.5 HSW PDHs

ICC - International Code Council
.65 CEUs (Sitework)

 

Continuing Education Credit Information

This webinar is open to the public and is designed to qualify for 6.5 PDHs for professional engineers, 6.5 HSW continuing education hours for licensed architects, and 6.5 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 6.5 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 6.5 HSW PDHs. Only full participation is reportable to the LA CES. 

The International Code Council has approved this event for .65 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: 

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

Speakers

Dr. Alan Atalah, PhD, PE, ASCE Fellow

Construction Management Professor at Bowling Green State University

Dr. Atalah teaches construction management at Bowling Green State University (BGSU). He has taught and mentored hundreds of construction management students since 2000. Dr. Atalah has written many peer- reviewed journal and conference papers. He has made hundreds of construction management presentations in many national and international conferences and educational seminars. He has been involved in the construction of water and wastewater projects since 1984. Dr. Atalah earned a doctor of Engineering degree, an M.S. degree in Civil Engineering, and MBA degrees from Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, Lousiana. After his graduation with a B.S. degree in Civil Engineering in 1982, he worked for American and British companies on the construction of wastewater projects in very challenging conditions such as high ground water table, stratified soils, unknown utilities, congested streets, and nearby high-rise buildings. He also worked on the construction of water and wastewater projects in very challenging conditions such as tunneling in very sensitive tourism and commercial areas where construction disturbance must be minimized on the island of Oahu, Hawaii.

Daniel P. Messmer, P.E., D. GE

Project Manager with The Gateway Engineers, Inc., in Pittsburgh

Mr. Messmer has over 30 years of engineering experience in analysis, design, plan/specification development, and project management/personnel supervision for geotechnical, foundation and structural engineering projects in the transportation, industrial, municipal and commercial fields of civil engineering. Throughout his career he has placed an emphasis on quality control and staff training. Mr. Messmer is a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers, the American Concrete Institute, the American Society of Highway Engineers and the Society of American Military Engineers. He earned his B.S. degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh. Mr. Messmer was accepted into the Academy of Geo-Professionals in 2013.

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: Practical Site Design and Engineering

Delivery Method: Live Online

Course Description: This 6.5-hour course analyzes site design and engineering practices, focusing on serving the fundamental purposes of site engineering, including slope stabilization, stormwater management, erosion control, sustainability and grading. The course explores the impact of soils and topography, examines site plans and provides guidance on performing earthwork while maintaining safety.

Learning Objectives:

Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to identify the key purposes of site engineering, such as stormwater management, slope stabilization, and minimizing environmental impact, and explain how those purposes are achieved through design.

Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to interpret site plans, including soil assessments, excavation details, and construction staking, as well as identify surface water and groundwater considerations.

Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to apply grading techniques for roads, ramps, sidewalks, retaining walls, and slopes based on soil characteristics and topography.

Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to implement stormwater and erosion control measures by understanding drainage systems, sediment control, and regulatory requirements.

LUs: 6.5                                                                                              LU Type: LU|HSWs

Prerequisites: Experience with site design and evaluation

Advance Preparation: None

Program Level: Intermediate

Course Expiration Date: 10/22/2027

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.