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New Waters and Cold Feet When building a ship- from my limited knowledge totally based on 'House of Dragons'- hundreds of individuals with very specialized jobs aid in the creation of a successful sea worthy vessel, not too different from the creation of an engineer. You see specialists worked on the sails, others shaping very specific pieces of wood, some worked on just creating rope just as professors molded and shaped a young engineers skills with math's and the sciences. Just like in the creation of glorious frigate - a new engineer is created. When all is said and done and the only sight we have left comes from that instinct to peer over our shoulder ...

Significant advances in structural engineering are being made possible by the integration of optimization techniques with the Finite Element Method (FEM). This potent combination promises to improve the precision, effectiveness, and creativity in the design and analysis of buildings as we go into the future. Here are some ways that optimization algorithms and the future of FEM can help structural engineering: 1. Enhanced Structural Performance Structural designs may be optimized using optimization techniques, which ensure that they function as best they can under various circumstances. Through the integration of these techniques with FEM, engineers can ...

"Why Projects Fail: Quality in The Constructed Project .™" · Overview: Understanding and explaining system failures are of paramount importance in engineering However, social considerations are often overlooked, but should play a crucial role in the design, implementation, and in mitigating possible failure of engineered systems. Recent examples of the dangers of overlooking social factors include the structural failure of the Surfside Condominium Complex in Florida in 2021, where combination of structural failures along with conflicting incentives and social pressures for politicians, building inspectors, and condo boards ...

Safety is paramount to the civil engineering profession and a bedrock on which the public's trust that we hold so dear sits. I have no doubt of the ASCE's commitment to safety: Safety is a core element of the ASCE's mission: to Lead the civil engineering profession to sustainably advance and protect the health, safety, and welfare of all Safety is embodied in a number the ASCE's supporting policy statements. https://www.asce.org/advocacy/policy-statements Safety is at the core of the work of many of the technical committees and institutes. However, there is a shortage of practical information and guidance that civil engineers can use to keep themselves ...

I wanted to share some of the most popular ASCE Collaborate discussions in February with you "In Case You Missed It" (ICYMI). You can find the most popular discussions below. But, first can you answer these questions? Which area of civil engineering has the fastest development in technology? Correlation variables Starting your own engineering firm? Virtual Roundtable This month's topic was "Starting Your Own Engineering Firm." We had some really great questions and insights shared. You can view the recording here . Top Discussions International Team Challenges EXCITING TITLE!!! Or something regular.... #ICYMI

I wanted to share some of the most popular ASCE Collaborate discussions with you "In Case You Missed It" (ICYMI). You can find the most popular discussions below. But, first can you answer these questions? Engineers Week... Where's my Doughnut? Correlation Variables Starting Your Own Engineering Firm? Double-Dipping: Making the Most of Your Time Member Voice in Career by Design Tips for mentees: to "Work it Out" or "Break Up" with a mentor? Making the Most of Your Externship Virtual Roundtables This month's topic was "Setting expectations for a life changing mentoring experience." We had a fantastic panel that shared ...

Happy New Year! I hope your 2022 is off to a fantastic start! I wanted to share some of the most popular ASCE Collaborate discussions with you "In Case You Missed It" (ICYMI) last month. You can find the most popular discussions below. But, first can you answer these questions? Correlation of air temperature and energy demand? Overcoming regulatory and permitting challenges Moving from one job to the next? Interview the interviewer Member Voices in Career by Design Making the most of your externship How volunteering can make you a better gift-giver Virtual Roundtables This month's topic was "Removing barriers for engineers ...

Happy December! I wanted to share some of the most popular ASCE Collaborate discussions with you "In Case You Missed It" (ICYMI) last month. You can find the most popular discussions below. But, first can you answer these questions? How does Mentorship Work in the Field of Civil Engineering? What Construction Codes Should I Study? Buckminster Fuller's Engineering Contributions Engineering Presence on Campus Intersection Between Civil Engineering and LEED Principles Member Voices in Career by Design Tips for Finding (and Getting) a Job in the Public Sector My Pathway to Academia Virtual Roundtables This month's ...

Happy November! I hope your having a great fall! I wanted to share some of the most popular ASCE Collaborate discussions with you "In Case You Missed It" (ICYMI). You can find the most popular discussions below. But, first can you answer these questions? How does mentorship work in the field of civil engineering? The aftermath/great resignation Intersection between civil engineering and LEED principles What construction codes should I study? ADA connectivity public transportation hubs Member Voices in Career by Design Tips for finding (and getting) a public sector civil engineering job The basics of navigating USAJobs ...

Happy October! I hope your fall is off to a great start I'm personally looking forward to Halloween and fall festivities. I wanted to share some of the most popular ASCE Collaborate discussions with you "In Case You Missed It" (ICYMI). You can find the most popular discussions below. But, first can you answer these questions? ADA curb ramps and construction tolerances What tool are you surprised you use as often as you do? COVID-19 clause in projects 9/11 Personal memories and professional impacts As a civil engineer, what is the one tool you use everyday? ASCE 7 - Design loads for free standing canopies Member Voices in Career by ...

Happy September! I hope you are ready for the fall! I wanted to share some of the most popular ASCE Collaborate discussions with you "In Case You Missed It" (ICYMI). You can find the most popular discussions below. But, first can you answer these questions? Private on-site grinder pump guidance Church structure is redesigning Snow drifts for lower roofs When the Olympic torch's flame extinguishes Member Voices in Career by Design Three strategies for 'cross office' working during the pandemic My mindfulness journey Virtual Roundtables This month's topic was choosing the right discipline as an undergraduate student. ...