Schedule of Events

March 20–21, 2024 | Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

Exhibit Halls Open - 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

After Hours Reception - 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.


Thursday, March 21, 2024

Business over Breakfast (BOB) - 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Exhibit Halls Open - 8:00 a.m. to 12 Noon

2024 Seminar Line-up

EXPO has become a meeting ground for numerous trade associations and professional societies. A number of impressive speakers and seminars are offered at EXPO to round out a complete educational experience. Most seminars offer continuing education credit. Consult the seminar sponsor for additional information.

Seminar pre-registration helps with planning, but does not guarantee seating (except for fee seminars which require direct registration with the sponsor). Seating is on a “first-come, first-served” basis.

Most seminars should qualify for continuing education credit for your profession.

All seminars are FREE of charge unless noted otherwise.

1

CAWV State Meeting & Awards Ceremony

Location: Elk River Atrium • Speaker: Shelly Hartley

CAWV State Meeting & Awards Ceremony

Sponsored by: Contractors Association of West Virginia (CAWV)

Presented by: Contractors Association of West Virginia (CAWV)

The CAWV State Meeting will be held March 20 at 7:30 a.m. at the Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center. The cost to attend is $40. Registered members will be invoiced. Members can also contact the CAWV at (304) 342-1166 to register. The CAWV State Meeting will recognize members for excellence in their safety programs and the CAWV Scholarship Foundation recipient will accept his or her award.

Immediately following the CAWV State Meeting, members can attend the EXPO Opening Session from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. in the Little Theater.

Contact: Shelly Hartley –  304-342-1166  –  shartley@cawv.org

Location: Elk River Atrium

March 20, 2024

7:30am – 9:00am

Shelly Hartley

Cost: $40


2

WVRWA Board Meeting

Location: Conference Room 201 • Speaker: Lamar Godbey

WVRWA Board Meeting

Sponsored by: West Virginia Rural Water Association (WVRWA)

Presented by: West Virginia Rural Water Association (WVRWA)

Contact: Lamar Godbey –  304-633-9980  –  lamargodbey@wvrwa.org

Location: Conference Room 201

March 20, 2024

8:00am – 12:00pm

Lamar Godbey

Cost: FREE


3

Artificial Intelligence Real Solutions. Leveraging AI and GIS For Sewer Condition Assessment

Location: Conference Room 202 • Speaker: Zach Thompson

Artificial Intelligence Real Solutions. Leveraging AI and GIS For Sewer Condition Assessment

Sponsored by: West Virginia Water Environment Association (WVWEA)

Presented by: Joshua Ford, PE

In this seminar, participants will hear how professionals are using AI for Sewer Condition Assessments.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Zach Thompson –  304-673-3306  –  zthompson@thethrashergroup.com

Location: Conference Room 202

March 20, 2024

8:00am – 9:00am

Zach Thompson

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

4

AIA WV Executive Committee Meeting

Location: Parlor B • Speaker: Maria Belcher

AIA WV Executive Committee Meeting

Sponsored by: American Institute of Architects - West Virginia Chapter (AIAWV)

Presented by: American Institute of Architects – West Virginia Chapter (AIAWV)

Contact: Maria Belcher –  304-344-9872  –  maria@aiawv.org

Location: Parlor B

March 20, 2024

8:00am – 9:00am

Maria Belcher

Cost: FREE


5

Introduction to Segmental Retaining Wall Design

Location: Terrace Room 210 • Speaker: Roger Kennedy

Introduction to Segmental Retaining Wall Design

Sponsored by: American Society of Landscape Architects - WV Chapter

Presented by: Paul Filipiak, P.E., Foster Supply – A Core and Main Brand

After a brief introduction to retaining wall design, the product details of Verti-Block precast concrete retaining wall blocks will be presented, including the advantages of its internal drainage system. Both gravity and geosynthetic reinforced applications will be discussed, along with the durability difference between wet cast and dry cast concrete. We’ll take an expanded look at the Verti-Block design software. Several local and regional case histories will be highlighted.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Roger Kennedy –  304-727-5501  –  rkennedy@chaptech.com

Location: Terrace Room 210

March 20, 2024

8:00am – 9:00am

Roger Kennedy

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

6

Be a Burnout Buster (Leveraging Technical Growth and Mentorship into Career Fulfillment in the Water Industry)

Location: Conference Room 202 • Speaker: Zach Thompson

Be a Burnout Buster (Leveraging Technical Growth and Mentorship into Career Fulfillment in the Water Industry)

Sponsored by: West Virginia Water Environment Association (WVWEA)

Presented by: Jenelle H. Armstrong, PE, PMP

Climb the right ladder! This presentation will educate participants on how to create career fulfillment for engineers and water professionals. Whether you are just starting, smack dab in the middle, or ready to ride off in the sunset, building and maintaining a fulfilling professional career is important to your overall health and happiness.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Zach Thompson –  304-673-3306  –  zthompson@thethrashergroup.com

Location: Conference Room 202

March 20, 2024

9:00am – 10:00am

Zach Thompson

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

7

Energy Efficiency in Water & Wastewater Utilities

Location: Conference Room 203 • Speaker: Lamar Godbey

Energy Efficiency in Water & Wastewater Utilities

Sponsored by: West Virginia Rural Water Association (WVRWA)

Presented by: Adam Conant

This presentation focuses on wastewater and water treatment plants’ energy consumption and ways to help reduce energy and operate more efficiently.

Continuing Education: 1.5 PDH/0.15 CEU/1.5 CEH

Contact: Lamar Godbey –  304-633-9980  –  lamargodbey@wvrwa.org

Location: Conference Room 203

March 20, 2024

9:00am – 10:30am

Lamar Godbey

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1.5 PDH/0.15 CEU/1.5 CEH

8

EXPO Keynote Session – Day 1

Location: Little Theater • Speaker: Cassidy Webb

EXPO Keynote Session – Day 1

Sponsored by: West Virginia Construction & Design EXPO

Presented by: West Virginia Construction & Design EXPO

Sponsored by: Benchmark Construction, Inc.  ♦  Orders Construction Company, Inc.  ♦  West Virginia Paving, Inc.

EXPO’s opening keynote session, located in the Little Theater, will feature Captain Charles “Charlie” Plumb, a six-year prisoner of war, who will give a highly motivational presentation about looking at everyday challenges in a new light.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Cassidy Webb –  304-342-1166  –  expo@wvexpo.com

Location: Little Theater

March 20, 2024

9:00am – 10:00am

Cassidy Webb

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

9

A Higher Level of Inclusive Play

Location: Terrace Room 210 • Speaker: Roger Kennedy

A Higher Level of Inclusive Play

Sponsored by: American Society of Landscape Architects - WV Chapter

Presented by: Brett Hooper, Sparks@Play

The playground should be a place for laughter, friends and fun, for all. Traditional playgrounds focus on accessible-element play count and developmentally appropriate activities; but miss the mark when it comes to supporting a wide range of abilities. Per the CDC, one in 36 children has autism resulting in challenges interpreting sensory messages, engaging in play and social interaction. All children learn through their senses. Evidence-based research shows sensory-rich play environments with appropriate levels of challenge, a variety of activities to promote choice, develop functional skills, imaginary play and social skills provide a higher level of inclusive play for all.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Roger Kennedy –  304-727-5501  –  rkennedy@chaptech.com

Location: Terrace Room 210

March 20, 2024

9:00am – 10:00am

Roger Kennedy

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

10

BuildWV Reverse Job Fair

Location: Ballroom (Entrance located in back of Grand Hall) • Speaker: Pat McDonald

BuildWV Reverse Job Fair

Sponsored by: West Virginia Construction & Design EXPO

Presented by: BuildWV, Department of Education & Contractors Association of West Virginia

The West Virginia Construction & Design EXPO has partnered with the West Virginia Department of Education to host a reverse job fair that will showcase CTE Simulated Workplace students who are currently enrolled in county vo-tech schools. Employers looking to hire skilled workers will get a look at what some of West Virginia’s brightest career and technical education students can do firsthand. Come see the skills these students possess and chat with them about becoming a valuable addition to your business. Participants are being trained in a number of construction fields. For more information, click here.

Contact: Pat McDonald –  304-342-1166  –  pmcdonald@cawv.org

Location: Ballroom (Entrance located in back of Grand Hall)

March 20, 2024

10:00am – 2:00pm

Pat McDonald

Cost: FREE


11

Employee Training for Wastewater

Location: Conference Room 202 • Speaker: Zach Thompson

Employee Training for Wastewater

Sponsored by: West Virginia Water Environment Association (WVWEA)

Presented by: Kenny Baylous and Paul McDanald

This presentation will discuss ways to gain employment in West Virginia’s wastewater industry.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Zach Thompson –  304-673-3306  –  zthompson@thethrashergroup.com

Location: Conference Room 202

March 20, 2024

10:00am – 11:00am

Zach Thompson

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

12

The Role of Experts in Litigation – AND HOW YOU COULD BE ONE

Location: Conference Room 205 • Speaker: Brooke Brown

The Role of Experts in Litigation – AND HOW YOU COULD BE ONE

Sponsored by: Contractors Association of West Virginia (CAWV)

Presented by: Bowles Rice Partners Aaron Boone, Esq. and Fazal Shere, Esq.

Experts play a crucial role in litigation matters – especially in construction litigation. Construction is a field that is replete with professionals and their associated expertise, be it architects, engineers (from civil to structural to others), surveyors, soil and geotechnical analysts, and contractors. There is also often finger-pointing in construction litigation – between different role players in the process – and that requires experts to define who consummated their role with professional competence and who did not. In this presentation, attendees will review the intricate and convoluted process involved in selecting experts for construction litigation – from research, surveys, interviews, due diligence, analysis, report drafting, and finally preparation for depositions, trial, or mediation. In analyzing this whole process, you – as a professional – will also understand if you can be a potential expert, and what you could do to market yourself as one.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Brooke Brown –  304-347-1735  –  bbrown@bowlesrice.com

Location: Conference Room 205

March 20, 2024

10:00am – 11:00am

Brooke Brown

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

13

Annual Cynthia Snyder Blood Drive

Location: Media Lounge • Speaker: Shelly Hartley

Annual Cynthia Snyder Blood Drive

Sponsored by: Contractors Association of West Virginia (CAWV) & American Red Cross

Presented by: Contractors Association of West Virginia (CAWV) & American Red Cross

The CAWV is once again sponsoring a blood drive in memory of Cynthia Snyder on March 20 at the Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center in conjunction with EXPO. Cynthia, who passed in 2011, was the wife of CAWV Past President Lee Snyder. The Cynthia Snyder Memorial Blood Drive will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on March 20. Sign up to donate by CLICKING HERE.

Contact: Shelly Hartley –  304-342-1166  –  shartley@cawv.org

Location: Media Lounge

March 20, 2024

10:00am – 4:00pm

Shelly Hartley

Cost: FREE


14

Design Build Approach to Tackle WV’s Environmental Projects

Location: Parlor A • Speaker: David Hill, Ferguson

Design Build Approach to Tackle WV’s Environmental Projects

Sponsored by: Design Build Institute of America & WV Department of Environmental Protection

Presented by: David Hill – Ferguson

Under a new Design-Build pilot program, WV Senate Bill 439 (passed in early 2023) permits the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection to pilot Design-Build as a contract delivery method. The bill is aimed at making it easier for state environmental regulators to fast-track projects supported by a massive influx of federal infrastructure funding. Design-Build combines the design and construction elements of a project into a single contract; the Design-Build pilot projects will combine design and construction services under one contracting entity. This seminar will provide an update on the progress/status of the Design-Build pilot program, a look ahead at upcoming milestones and project opportunities, a brief comparison of West Virginia’s traditional design-bid-build contract to Design-Build, and highlight the benefits of Design-Build to West Virginia and the anticipated outcomes of its best practices.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: David Hill –  202-893-5011  –  david.hilljr@ferguson.com

Location: Parlor A

March 20, 2024

10:00am – 11:00am

David Hill, Ferguson

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

15

Black or White Membrane, What is the Sustainable Choice and Energy Efficient Choice?

Location: Parlor B • Speaker: Maria Belcher

Black or White Membrane, What is the Sustainable Choice and Energy Efficient Choice?

Sponsored by: American Institute of Architects - West Virginia Chapter (AIAWV)

Presented by: Carlisle Syntec Systems & Scott Smith, Ghise-Smith Exterior Building Products

The one-hour session will cover the energy impact of roof color based on various geographic regions along with a review of the performance trade-offs and other considerations that go into a sustainable roofing system design. Learning Objectives:

  • Learn about which geographic regions are best suited for “cool” or highly reflective roofs from an energy perspective.
  • Learn about the heating penalty associated with cool roofs and how that impacts energy consumption/costs.
  • Learn about differences in the weatherability and hail resistance of various roofing membranes.
  • Learn about potential unintended consequences associated with using cool roofing in heating-dominated central and northern climates

 

ATTENTION AIA WV MEMBERS: Off-site registration and payment are required by clicking here. The $125 flat rate registration fee gets you access to ALL AIA West Virginia seminars (a total of 7 continuing education seminars), chapter meeting, and lunch.

Contact: Maria Belcher –  304-344-9872  –  maria@aiawv.org

Location: Parlor B

March 20, 2024

10:00am – 11:00am

Maria Belcher

Cost: FREE


16

Everybody Plays: A Best Practice Guide to Multigenerational Design

Location: Terrace Room 210 • Speaker: Roger Kennedy

Everybody Plays: A Best Practice Guide to Multigenerational Design

Sponsored by: American Society of Landscape Architects - WV Chapter

Presented by: Brett Hooper, Sparks@Play

As our population continues to age, communities must continue to stay livable and usable to all because the reality is we’re designing these communities for our future selves. According to the World Health Organization, by 2050 2 billion people will be over the age of 60. This takes a look at the evolution of our aging population and age-integration trends and will address how intentionally designed parks contribute to healthy lifestyles, keep older adults engaged, and combat common ageist beliefs.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Roger Kennedy –  304-727-5501  –  rkennedy@chaptech.com

Location: Terrace Room 210

March 20, 2024

10:00am – 11:00am

Roger Kennedy

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

17

Inclined Plate Clarification for Filter Pre-treatment

Location: Terrace Room 211 • Speaker: Jesse Alden

Inclined Plate Clarification for Filter Pre-treatment

Sponsored by: West Virginia American Water Works Association (WVAWWA)

Presented by: Tom Grubb

In this presentation, participants will learn about flocculation and flow baffling options for building a settleable floc, review conventional sedimentation and high-rate plate clarifiers – similarities and differences, and gain an understanding of low-profile sludge removal equipment in sedimentation basins.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Jesse Alden –  130-447-6848  –  jalden@thethrashergroup.com

Location: Terrace Room 211

March 20, 2024

10:00am – 11:00am

Jesse Alden

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

18

Investigating & Defending Unusual Blasting Claims: Beyond Drywall Damage.

Location: Terrace Room 212 • Speaker: Gregory Boso

Investigating & Defending Unusual Blasting Claims: Beyond Drywall Damage.

Sponsored by: National Society of Professional Engineers of West Virginia (NSPE-WV)

Presented by: Ralph Burnham, Esq., and J. Kelly Ratliff, Esq., of Reminger Co., and Gregory Boso, P.E., DFE, Boso Forensics PLLC

The presentation will discuss various unusual blasting damage claims, including well water, air over-pressure, landslide, and related claims, with recommendations on how blasters and companies can reduce and protect against potential liability. The presentation will also focus on recommendations for documenting and responding to unusual complaints and include specific examples from claims/cases, including examples of how to address the atypical claim from a scientific and common-sense approach. After completing this session, participants will be able to: Analyze situations/claims that may arise from blasting; discuss various options for addressing the atypical blasting claim; know the protocol for documenting and responding to complaints, including form templates, to adequately address complaints and protect the company from future liability; and review lessons learned from actual cases and claims with engineering-based and common-sense approaches to defending unique claims, and potential modifications to standard operating procedures based on similar situations, including modifications to operations to help alleviate concerns from nearby homeowners.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Gregory Boso –  681-355-2676  –  greg@bosoforensics.com

Location: Terrace Room 212

March 20, 2024

10:00am – 11:00am

Gregory Boso

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

19

Workplace Safety Guidelines and Regulations

Location: Terrace Room 213 • Speaker: Jeffrey Wilkerson

Workplace Safety Guidelines and Regulations

Sponsored by: American Public Works Association (APWA) - Mid Atlantic Chapter

Presented by: Jeff Wilkerson, Public Works Director, City of Martinsburg

This safety driven presentation will discuss the various guidelines and regulations for different functions in Public Works. The seminar will conclude with a discussion about safety concerns participants may have regarding safety guidelines and regulations.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Jeffrey Wilkerson –  304-676-3689  –  jwilkerson@cityofmartinsburg.org

Location: Terrace Room 213

March 20, 2024

10:00am – 11:00am

Jeffrey Wilkerson

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

20

ASHRAE Standard 241 Indoor Air Quality

Location: Conference Room 204 • Speaker: Terry Hollandsworth

ASHRAE Standard 241 Indoor Air Quality

Sponsored by: American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers - WV Chapter (WVASHRAE)

Presented by: Terry Hollandsworth, ASHRAE

This seminar will review new indoor air quality guidelines for viruses, wildfire smoke, and indoor air quality.

Continuing Education: 1.5 PDH/0.15 CEU

Contact: Terry Hollandsworth –  304-668-9042  –  terrh2@icloud.com

Location: Conference Room 204

March 20, 2024

10:30am – 12:00pm

Terry Hollandsworth

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1.5 PDH/0.15 CEU

21

Confined Space

Location: Conference Room 203 • Speaker: Lamar Godbey

Confined Space

Sponsored by: West Virginia Rural Water Association (WVRWA)

Presented by: Lamar Godbey

This seminar will cover the basics of a confined space entry and what makes a confined space a permit-required confined space.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU/1 CEH

Contact: Lamar Godbey –  304-633-9980  –  lamargodbey@wvrwa.org

Location: Conference Room 203

March 20, 2024

11:00am – 12:00pm

Lamar Godbey

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU/1 CEH

22

Introduction to the WV OSHA Consultation Program

Location: Conference Room 205 • Speaker: Lara Miller

Introduction to the WV OSHA Consultation Program

Sponsored by: West Virginia Division of Labor - WV OSHA CONSULTATION PROGRAM

Presented by: Patty Perrine, Health Consultant

Take advantage and learn about the free resources available with the WV OSHA Consultation Program (through the West Virginia Division of Labor). The WV OSHA Consultation Program assists high-hazard, small-to-medium-sized companies within West Virginia at no cost. We offer program assistance, technical assistance, training services, and occupational safety and health consultation services to identify serious, imminent, other-than-serious, and regulatory hazards on-site; and, provide abatement recommendations and assistance through the entire consultation process. During the abatement timeframe, with the proper interim protections in place, the employer is exempted from planned federal OSHA enforcement inspections for 60 days or more. Our OSHA Consultation Safety and Health Consultants are trained similarly to federal OSHA enforcement and provide various years of experience, and niches, to assist our West Virginia employers.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Lara Miller –  304-380-9284  –  lara.l.miller@wv.gov

Location: Conference Room 205

March 20, 2024

11:00am – 12:00pm

Lara Miller

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

23

Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission: Pilot 3D Bridge Model Project

Location: Parlor A • Speaker: Scott Nale

Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission: Pilot 3D Bridge Model Project

Sponsored by: American Council of Engineering Companies of West Virginia (ACECWV)

Presented by: Daniel Rogers, RETTEW

In this seminar, participants will hear about the replacement of Bridge No. NB-550 at Milepost A-83.88, carrying Hatchery Road (SR 1001) over the Northeast Extension in Penn Forest Township, Carbon County, Pennsylvania. In 2015, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission began the initial research towards the goal of implementing digital delivery by 2023. In January 2021, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission selected the project as the pilot bridge replacement project for digital delivery and 3D modeling and awarded RETTEW Associates, Inc. the engineering contract. Over the next two and a half years, RETTEW Associates, Inc. coordinated with the Commission, PennDOT, and outside consultants to develop construction documents that included a 3D bridge model as the legal document. The project was advertised for construction in August 2023 and completion of construction is due by November 2024. The final deliverables for the proposed two-span prestressed composite spread box beam bridge included 2D plan sets for Roadway, Erosion & Sediment Pollution Control, Maintenance and Protection of Traffic, Signing and Pavement Marking, and Cross Sections. The 3D bridge model was paired with an abbreviated Structure plan set. Challenges included selecting and optimizing software, rebar modeling, developing the abbreviated structure plan set, quality control and assurance, deciding on the extent of annotated sheets in the 3D model, and preparing construction inspection and management staff. Participants will learn about the project’s ongoing construction.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Scott Nale –  304-933-1484  –  scott.nale@rettew.com

Location: Parlor A

March 20, 2024

11:00am – 12:00pm

Scott Nale

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

24

1 vs 100 2021 Electrical Code Update

Location: Parlor B • Speaker: Maria Belcher

1 vs 100 2021 Electrical Code Update

Sponsored by: American Institute of Architects - West Virginia Chapter (AIAWV)

Presented by: Mark Kuhn, Allegion

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Differentiate between fail safe and fail secure electrified hardware
  • Learn how the 2021 IBC affects the use of automatic operators on accessible public entrances, including requirements related to touchless switches and stand-by power
  • Understand the difference between “special locking arrangements” and “normal locking arrangements”
  • Become familiar with recent code change related to electrified hardware, including controlled egress, delayed egress, stairwell reentry, and electromagnetic locks

ATTENTION AIA WV MEMBERS: Off-site registration and payment are required by clicking here. The $125 flat rate registration fee gets you access to ALL AIA West Virginia seminars (a total of 7 continuing education seminars), chapter meeting, and lunch.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Maria Belcher –  304-344-9872  –  maria@aiawv.org

Location: Parlor B

March 20, 2024

11:00am – 12:00pm

Maria Belcher

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

24.1

The Ethics of Competence

Location: Terrace Room 217 • Speaker: Rebecca A. Bowman, Esq., P.E., D.F.E., Senior Director, Ethics and Professional Practice, National Society of Professional Engineers

The Ethics of Competence

Sponsored by: National Society of Professional Engineers of West Virginia (NSPE-WV)

Presented by: Rebecca A. Bowman, Esq., P.E., D.F.E., Senior Director, Ethics and Professional Practice, National Society of Professional Engineers

Participants will explore the ethics of competence, including self-identifying areas of competence, self-identifying gaps in competence, and strategizing ways to either close the gaps if exercise care not to practice in gap areas.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Gregory Boso –  681-355-2676  –  greg@bosoforensics.com

Location: Terrace Room 217

March 20, 2024

11:00am – 12:00pm

Rebecca A. Bowman, Esq., P.E., D.F.E., Senior Director, Ethics and Professional Practice, National Society of Professional Engineers

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

25

Importance of Maintaining Your Distribution System

Location: Terrace Room 211 • Speaker: Jesse Alden

Importance of Maintaining Your Distribution System

Sponsored by: West Virginia American Water Works Association (WVAWWA)

Presented by: Mary Hutson

A properly maintained distribution system is important for ensuring that you can provide high-quality water to your customers, continue operating in the event of an emergency, help minimize property damage as a result of responding to an emergency, and help prevent contamination events. A properly maintained distribution system can minimize problems related to equipment failures and other issues.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Jesse Alden –  130-447-6848  –  jalden@thethrashergroup.com

Location: Terrace Room 211

March 20, 2024

11:00am – 12:00pm

Jesse Alden

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

26

Hydraulic Odor & Corrosion Control in Sewer Drops

Location: Terrace Room 212 • Speaker: Kerry Koressel

Hydraulic Odor & Corrosion Control in Sewer Drops

Sponsored by: West Virginia Utility Contractors Association (WVUCA)

Presented by: Kerry Koressel, IPEX Group of Companies

In this presentation, participants will learn how to control hydraulic odor by utilizing the Vortex Flow Insert. The system is a drop structure insert for odor and corrosion control in sanitary sewers that does not require any chemicals, has no moving parts or mechanical devices, and uses the energy of the falling sewage to reduce H2S and add dissolved oxygen to the sewage. This is done by increasing the flow velocity so that the sewage spirals down the Vortex drop shaft. As it spirals down it creates a negative air column that pulls down the odors and H2S and re-entrains them back into the sewage. At the same time, the oxygen being pulled down is entrained as dissolved oxygen (tiny bubbles) to neutralize the H2S. Participants will learn how the flow energy is dissipated, leaving the structure in a more tranquil manner.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Kerry Koressel –  812-470-0306  –  kerry.koressel@ipexamerica.com

Location: Terrace Room 212

March 20, 2024

11:00am – 12:00pm

Kerry Koressel

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

27

WOTUS, 401 Certification and State Waters Permits  

Location: Terrace Room 213 • Speaker: Dawn Newell

WOTUS, 401 Certification and State Waters Permits  

Sponsored by: West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (WVDEP)

Presented by: Dawn Newell, WVDEP

As the federal definition of Waters of the United States (WOTUS) continues to evolve, it’s important to understand the history, most recent update, and how it’s being implemented at the state level. This session will include the current status related to 401 water quality certification and state waters permit applications.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Dawn Newell –  304-414-1114  –  dawn.a.newell@wv.gov

Location: Terrace Room 213

March 20, 2024

11:00am – 12:00pm

Dawn Newell

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

28

American Society of Landscape Architects – WV Chapter Luncheon

Location: Terrace Room 214 • Speaker: Roger Kennedy

American Society of Landscape Architects – WV Chapter Luncheon

Sponsored by: American Society of Landscape Architects - WV Chapter

Presented by: ASLA – WV Chapter

Contact: Roger Kennedy –  304-727-5501  –  rkennedy@chaptech.com

Location: Terrace Room 214

March 20, 2024

11:30am – 1:00pm

Roger Kennedy

Cost: FREE


29

WVU Tech Construction Management Advisory Board Meeting

Location: Parlor E • Speaker: Guillermo Hahn

WVU Tech Construction Management Advisory Board Meeting

Sponsored by: WVU Institute of Technology

Presented by: WVU Tech

Contact: Guillermo Hahn –  304-929-1642  –  guillermo.hahn@mail.wvu.edu

Location: Parlor E

March 20, 2024

12:00pm – 2:00pm

Guillermo Hahn

Cost: FREE


30

AIA Chapter Meeting and Lunch

Location: Elk River Atrium • Speaker: Maria Belcher

AIA Chapter Meeting and Lunch

Sponsored by: American Institute of Architects - West Virginia Chapter (AIAWV)

Presented by: American Institute of Architects – West Virginia Chapter (AIAWV)

ATTENTION AIA WV MEMBERS: Off-site registration and payment are required by clicking here. The $125 flat rate registration fee gets you access to ALL AIA West Virginia seminars (a total of 7 continuing education seminars), chapter meeting, and lunch.

Contact: Maria Belcher –  304-344-9872  –  maria@aiawv.org

Location: Elk River Atrium

March 20, 2024

12:30pm – 1:30pm

Maria Belcher

Cost: FREE


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NEW – Promoting Inclusion: The Importance of Female Leadership in Transportation

Location: Terrace Room 213 • Speaker: Maggie Walsh, Chair of WTS International Board of Directors from 2018-2020 & Erin Slayton, PE, DBIA, ENV SP, Member-at-Large on the WTS International Board of Directors

NEW – Promoting Inclusion: The Importance of Female Leadership in Transportation

Sponsored by: WTS - West Virginia (Women in Transportation)

Presented by: Maggie Walsh, Chair of WTS International Board of Directors from 2018-2020 & Erin Slayton, PE, DBIA, ENV SP, Member-at-Large on the WTS International Board of Directors

WTS-WV is proud to sponsor this session on empowering women to join the transportation industry fosters diverse and equitable perspectives in the workplace, contributing to better decision-making. This is crucial for promoting innovation and creativity in tackling unique challenges. Building a supportive network is particularly vital for women in this field. Active participation in professional organizations such as WTS, which champions women’s advancement in transportation, is encouraged. Engaging in discussions about the role of professional organizations in enhancing career paths is essential, given that our industry thrives on relationships and networking. Collaboration between agencies and consultants through involvement in such organizations expands access and creates neutral platforms for professional growth within the industry. Join us for an invigorating conversation. All genders are welcomed.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH / 0.1 CEU

Contact: Amy Staud –  412-974-6053 –  amy.staud@hdrinc.com

Location: Terrace Room 213


For more information on this seminar, please contact: amy.staud@hdrinc.com

March 20, 2024

1:00pm – 2:00pm

Maggie Walsh, Chair of WTS International Board of Directors from 2018-2020 & Erin Slayton, PE, DBIA, ENV SP, Member-at-Large on the WTS International Board of Directors

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH / 0.1 CEU

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CURSIVE IS DEAD? Long Live Cursive!

Location: Conference Room 202 • Speaker: Don Teter

CURSIVE IS DEAD? Long Live Cursive!

Sponsored by: Fairmont State University Surveying and Geomatics Program

Presented by: Don Teter, Assistant Professor of Surveying and Geomatics, FSU

Pundits often declare that reading cursive is a worthless skill, becoming more archaic by the day. Some of us – those who must research old cursive documents – do not agree. This group includes retracement surveyors, historians, and anyone who wants to truly go to the source. Reading old cursive does not need to be as daunting as some believe. It is not a foreign language, and as with any other surveying task, study and practice are the keys. This seminar will offer tips on interpreting cursive writing, from odd abbreviations and contractions to confusing letter styles, and the instructor will help the class “translate” a few old documents.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Don Teter –  304-642-1221  –  Donald.Teter@fairmontstate.edu

Location: Conference Room 202

March 20, 2024

1:00pm – 2:00pm

Don Teter

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

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PFAS, Background, Sampling and Testing

Location: Conference Room 203 • Speaker: Lamar Godbey

PFAS, Background, Sampling and Testing

Sponsored by: West Virginia Rural Water Association (WVRWA)

Presented by: Jim Johnson & Danny Vestal

In this seminar, participants will learn about PFAS and what is happening with it in Water and Wastewater Industries.

Continuing Education: 3 PDH/0.3 CEU/3 CEH

Contact: Lamar Godbey –  304-633-9980  –  lamargodbey@wvrwa.org

Location: Conference Room 203

March 20, 2024

1:00pm – 4:00pm

Lamar Godbey

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 3 PDH/0.3 CEU/3 CEH

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UAS (drones) in Transportation Development and Construction

Location: Conference Room 204 • Speaker: Travis Long

UAS (drones) in Transportation Development and Construction

Sponsored by: West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH)

Presented by: Travis Long, Transportation Division Director & Jesse Bennett, Transportation Division Assistant Director, WVDOH

This presentation will discuss using Bentley Context capture and Digital Twin Technology to aid the design process.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Travis Long –  304-414-6456  –  travis.e.long@wv.gov

Location: Conference Room 204

March 20, 2024

1:00pm – 2:00pm

Travis Long

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

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WHAT HAPPENS UPSTREAM, MATTERS DOWNSTREAM – Are we asking the right questions to prevent sediment loss?

Location: Parlor A • Speaker: Keith Potter

WHAT HAPPENS UPSTREAM, MATTERS DOWNSTREAM – Are we asking the right questions to prevent sediment loss?

Sponsored by: Contractors Association of West Virginia (CAWV)

Presented by: Keith Potter, Silt Saver

Georgia, like many states and municipalities, has very detailed checklists that must be completed as part of the design, review, and approval processes for erosion and sediment control plans. As an example, the checklist for common developments in Georgia contains 54 questions that must be addressed before a plan document can be submitted to the state or local issuing authority for review and approval. Yet the frequency of failures associated with the construction of residential developments resulting in sediment loss to receiving streams continues to be pervasive. This begs one to think; are we asking the right questions? This presentation will share a simplified case study of a project that experienced significant sediment loss and ask different questions. A major emphasis will be on the application of the International Erosion Control Association Silt Fence Design Guide. The presentation will share ideas about the use of products that have demonstrated different performances. A recurring theme will be that in order to improve the performance of a process, there must be a feedback mechanism that drives us to focus on better inputs in order to attain better outcomes.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Keith Potter –  770-388-7818  –  keith@siltsaver.com

Location: Parlor A

March 20, 2024

1:00pm – 2:00pm

Keith Potter

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

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Improving the Performance of Flocculation System

Location: Terrace Room 211 • Speaker: Jesse Alden

Improving the Performance of Flocculation System

Sponsored by: West Virginia American Water Works Association (WVAWWA)

Presented by: Patrick O’Donnell

This presentation will explain the innovative nature of using Hyperbolic Mixers in the flocculation process. It will also review various other technologies presently used as well as their advantages/disadvantages. Participants will be given some examples of CFD models and references.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Jesse Alden –  304-343-7601  –  jalden@thethrashergroup.com

Location: Terrace Room 211

March 20, 2024

1:00pm – 2:00pm

Jesse Alden

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

36

WV Infrastructure: Energy, Hazardous Waste, Ports, and Transit

Location: Terrace Room 212 • Speaker: Tabitha Lafferre

WV Infrastructure: Energy, Hazardous Waste, Ports, and Transit

Sponsored by: ASCE WV Section, Fairmont State University

Presented by: Tabitha Lafferre, P.E. (Fairmont State University); Kristi Daetwyler (ACNR)

This presentation will discuss the undergraduate research of the 2023 Fairmont State University capstone course. The state’s energy, hazardous waste, ports, and transit will be discussed with respect to condition and capacity, operation and maintenance, funding and future need, public safety, resilience, and innovation.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Tabitha Lafferre –  304-841-3034  –  tabitha.lafferre@fairmontstate.edu

Location: Terrace Room 212

March 20, 2024

1:00pm – 2:00pm

Tabitha Lafferre

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

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THIS IS JEOPARDY… with your host, The WV PE Board!

Location: Terrace Rooms 215/216 • Speaker: Lesley Rosier-Tabor

THIS IS JEOPARDY… with your host, The WV PE Board!

Sponsored by: West Virginia State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers

Presented by: WV State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers

Another dynamic and interactive take on the classic television game show, “Jeopardy”, this event will present challenging trivia where teams compete to test their knowledge of the WV Engineering Law. If you would like to outwit your opponents in the room, we highly recommend reviewing WV Code Chapter 30-13 (WV Engineering Law and corresponding Legislative Rules) in advance. Join your WV PE Board members and staff for some friendly competition among engineers as everyone answers questions from categories ranging from licensure requirements to Certificates of Authorization to the Code of Professional Responsibility and quite possibly anything in between. You won’t want to miss out on these 2 hours of clever continuing education that would make both Alex Trebek and Merv Griffin proud!

Continuing Education: 2 PDH/0.2 CEU

Contact: Lesley Rosier-Tabor –  304-558-3554  –  lesley@wvpebd.gov

Location: Terrace Rooms 215/216

March 20, 2024

1:00pm – 3:00pm

Lesley Rosier-Tabor

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 2 PDH/0.2 CEU

39

Standards for the Accessible Design of Outdoor Play & Recreation Destinations

Location: Terrace Room 210 • Speaker: Roger Kennedy

Standards for the Accessible Design of Outdoor Play & Recreation Destinations

Sponsored by: American Society of Landscape Architects - WV Chapter

Presented by: Victoria Babb, Cunningham Recreation

Ensuring inclusion, regardless of age or ability, to independently participate in a wide range of recreation facilities is the goal of the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design. Adopted by the Department of Justice (DOJ) the standards establish minimum accessibility requirements for all new construction or alterations of existing recreational facilities after March 15, 2012. The standards apply to state and local government facilities covered by title II and places of public accommodation covered by title III. This session will go beyond the minimum requirements of the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design for recreation facilities including considerations for surfacing, site amenities, site arrival points, outdoor inclusive fitness equipment, play areas, and much more. Attendees will develop a better understanding of the features that make a park or play area inclusive for everyone. The session will provide tools and resources to help evaluate the level of compliance of existing recreation facilities.

1. Outline at least two minimum standards for accessible play areas required under the 2010 ADA Standards.
2. List at least three key considerations to create accessible routes to and within play and recreation destinations.
3. Evaluate a variety of park amenities and identify barriers that may restrict people with disabilities from being able to fully participate in the provided recreational opportunities.
4. Identify two helpful resources to obtain additional information or to utilize when evaluating new and existing play and recreation environments.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Roger Kennedy –  304-727-5501  –  rkennedy@chaptech.com

Location: Terrace Room 210

March 20, 2024

1:00pm – 2:00pm

Roger Kennedy

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

40

Law & Order in the Construction Professions: What’s in Your Legal Toolbox?

Location: Conference Room 205 • Speaker: Beth Minear

Law & Order in the Construction Professions: What’s in Your Legal Toolbox?

Sponsored by: International Right of Way Association (IRWA)

Presented by: Beth Minear, IRWA

In this seminar, we will be focusing on two different, but equally pressing, issues in the construction trades. The first is the “Underground Facilities Damage Prevention” statute (One-Call) which was updated and strengthened in 2018 to create the Damage Prevention Board and provide more enforcement tools for utilities. With the recent spate of HDD strikes on underground facilities, some with catastrophic results, understanding the rights and responsibilities of all parties is key. The second issue to be discussed is the increasing importance for the construction, contractors, and skilled trades for awareness of the unique challenges posed by both undocumented immigrants and fraudulently-documented workers in the United States. In recent years, West Virginia law enforcement agencies have identified individuals who were either using the same identifications across multiple counties and states or who were paying others to take examinations for certifications in their place. While it’s impossible to catch every instance of fraud or misrepresentation, having an understanding of what is required by the West Virginia Division of Labor to verify status, the DMV for Identification Cards, and other entities to verify identity and employability.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Beth Minear –  304-546-4034  –  minearlawfirm@gmail.com

Location: Conference Room 205

March 20, 2024

2:00pm – 3:00pm

Beth Minear

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

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Everything Is Connected and Nothing Stays Where We Put It – Even Rock Checks

Location: Parlor A • Speaker: Keith Potter

Everything Is Connected and Nothing Stays Where We Put It – Even Rock Checks

Sponsored by: Contractors Association of West Virginia (CAWV)

Presented by: Keith Potter, Silt Saver

For many years rock check dams have been the ultimate solution to reducing the velocity of stormwater runoff on construction sites. Maintaining the velocity of runoff in channels below erosive force is important to reduce sediment transport, control turbid discharge, and provide for stabilization of the grade as channels are installed. While silt fence has long been prohibited from being installed in concentrated flow, various methods such as straw bales and wattles have been tried with various levels of success. Inevitably when everything else fails, rock is the ultimate solution. For some linear projects like highway renovation projects the use of stone check dams adjacent to active roadways is not allowed due to roadside safety concerns. Using rock to construct check dams presents some additional challenges. This seminar will review the challenges contractors may face and will follow a transportation project in Georgia where fabric checks were installed in a roadside ditch. The presenter will share information about the site, the installation/removal process, and the performance of the system.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Keith Potter –  270-519-4547  –  keith@siltsaver.com

Location: Parlor A

March 20, 2024

2:00pm – 3:00pm

Keith Potter

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

43

Reduce Construction Site Erosion with Geogrid Stabilized Aggregate Fill

Location: Terrace Room 210 • Speaker: Roger Kennedy

Reduce Construction Site Erosion with Geogrid Stabilized Aggregate Fill

Sponsored by: American Society of Landscape Architects - WV Chapter

Presented by: William “Bill” Maier, Core & Main Geosynthetics

This presentation will provide information on using geogrid and aggregate to build unpaved working surfaces and access roads that reduce construction cost, increase construction efficiency, permit operation over soft subgrade soil, reduce site-related construction delays, and reduce construction site erosion caused by disturbed site soils.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Roger Kennedy –  304-727-5501  –  rkennedy@chaptech.com

Location: Terrace Room 210

March 20, 2024

2:00pm – 3:00pm

Roger Kennedy

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

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Pressure Reducing & Regulating Valves Operation and Maintenance

Location: Terrace Room 211 • Speaker: Jesse Alden

Pressure Reducing & Regulating Valves Operation and Maintenance

Sponsored by: West Virginia American Water Works Association (WVAWWA)

Presented by: Bill Moore

This presentation will discuss typical applications where pressure and flow control need to be used in municipal water distribution situations.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Jesse Alden –  304-343-7601  –  jalden@thethrashergroup.com

Location: Terrace Room 211

March 20, 2024

2:00pm – 3:00pm

Jesse Alden

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

45

When the Engineer is Faced with Notifying Occupants to Vacate

Location: Terrace Room 212 • Speaker: Gregory Boso

When the Engineer is Faced with Notifying Occupants to Vacate

Sponsored by: National Society of Professional Engineers of West Virginia (NSPE-WV)

Presented by: Gregory L. Boso, PE, DFE, Boso Forensics PLLC

Holding the obligation to protect life, safety, and welfare, the forensic engineer was required to notify the homeowner to vacate her new dream home constructed in an active landslide. The forensic engineering evaluation of a four-year-old home revealed extensive damages caused by active soil mass flow in glacial lake deposit soils and a natural spring that imposed excessive hydrostatic pressure on the front foundation wall. The homeowner remained in the home for nearly three years prior to the investigation while insurers and their engineers argued over coverage and repairs. This case study presentation describes the structural analysis that revealed the probability of collapse threatening the safety and welfare of occupants and the compelling necessity and ethical obligation to notify the homeowner of grave peril to the occupants and their need to vacate and abandon the premises. After completing this session, participants will be able to: Understand the ethical obligations and duties of the professional engineer; discuss the trouble arising when tunnel vision develops; evaluate possibilities and probabilities; know the protocol for notifying the threatened and other parties of interest of impending peril; and describe where the focus of the engineer should be when faced with challenging problems.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Gregory Boso –  681-355-2676  –  greg@bosoforensics.com

Location: Terrace Room 212

March 20, 2024

2:00pm – 3:00pm

Gregory Boso

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

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CAWV CLP Course (Leadership)

Location: Terrace Room 214 • Speaker: Shelly Hartley

CAWV CLP Course (Leadership)

Sponsored by: Contractors Association of West Virginia (CAWV)

Presented by: Mark McMillion, McMillion Leadership Associates

All Contractors Association of West Virginia (CAWV) members are invited to a joint event with the Construction Leadership Program Class of 2024 and the Young Contractors Forum. Hear from Mark McMillion, a West Point graduate and seasoned leader with over 25 years of leadership experience, who will present “Priorities Power Productivity!” Setting priorities is key for leaders to succeed.  We’ll talk about how to set them, when to set them, and why they matter.  This is about getting things done!

Continuing Education: 2 PDH/0.2 CEU

Contact: Shelly Hartley –  304-342-1166  –  shartley@cawv.org

Location: Terrace Room 214

March 20, 2024

2:00pm – 4:00pm

Shelly Hartley

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

47

Innovative Construction Process & Delivery Model for Bridge Replacements

Location: Conference Room 204 • Speaker: Steven Noble

Innovative Construction Process & Delivery Model for Bridge Replacements

Sponsored by: West Virginia Construction & Design EXPO

Presented by: Steven Noble, InQuik Bridge Systems

With the implementation of the IIJA funding program, the need for innovative bridge replacement models has grown. Emerging technologies aimed at minimizing construction complexities, thereby saving time and financial resources, are poised to revolutionize the current project delivery approach. This technical presentation showcases how a county in Wisconsin utilized new bridge construction technologies to accomplish a complete bridge replacement project within weeks, as opposed to months. The reduced complexity not only expedited the project but also resulted in a 25% cost savings compared to the engineer’s estimate for traditional construction methods.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Steven Noble –  720-800-3388  –  Steve.Noble@InQuikBridge.com

Location: Conference Room 204

March 20, 2024

2:00pm – 3:00pm

Steven Noble

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

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Keep Sewers Sexy

Location: Conference Room 205 • Speaker: Beth Minear

Keep Sewers Sexy

Sponsored by: International Right of Way Association (IRWA)

Presented by: Jenelle Armstrong, PE, PMP, Brown & Caldwell

Sewers are the building blocks of healthy communities and what is sexier than that! There are three steps to keeping sewers sexy: 1) Intelligent planning; 2) efficient design; and 3) effective operation and maintenance. In this case, “Sewers” refer to the entire system from waste source to clean water. Thus, planning includes significantly more than the basic residential sanitary sewer pipe. The entire sanitary sewer system includes both the traditional infrastructure (plumbing fixtures, collection piping, pumping stations, and treatment facilities) and the people who benefit from these systems. This presentation takes a holistic approach to keeping our communities healthy through functional sewer systems. It includes concepts and techniques she has learned over 25 years of engineering sanitary sewer systems especially those things learned “the hard way” such as dealing with lack of available space for new facilities, last-minute design changes, the unfortunate popularization of “flushable” wipes, and ever-increasing regulatory requirements. Additionally, design concepts from historic bricks to modern plastic will be evaluated in the quest to keep sewers sexy.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Beth Minear –  304-546-4034  –  minearlawfirm@gmail.com

Location: Conference Room 205

March 20, 2024

3:00pm – 4:00pm

Beth Minear

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

49

Notable Changes in the PROWAG Final Rule

Location: Parlor A • Speaker: Ron Eck

Notable Changes in the PROWAG Final Rule

Sponsored by: Contractors Association of West Virginia (CAWV)& West Virginia LTAP

Presented by: Ron Eck, P.E. WV LTAP

The final rule on accessibility guidelines for pedestrian facilities in the public right-of-way was issued on August 8, 2023. These Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG) become enforceable when adopted by the standard-setting agencies, i.e., the US Department of Justice and the US Department of Transportation. There are some changes to the final rule from the 2011 and 2013 versions of PROWAG of which designers, constructors, and maintainers should be aware. This presentation will review the notable changes to the final rule. Topics to be discussed include advisory language, Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, definition of alterations, alterations that trigger installation of accessible pedestrian signals, crosswalk treatments at roundabouts, slopes stated in ratios and percentages, identification of places with no pedestrian crossing, use of detectable warning surfaces at driveways and on-street parking. Liberal use will be made of photographic examples to illustrate the changes.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Ron Eck –  304-216-2311  –  ronald.eck@mail.wvu.edu

Location: Parlor A

March 20, 2024

3:00pm – 4:00pm

Ron Eck

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

50

The Business of Architecture & Engineering

Location: Parlor B • Speaker: Maria Belcher

The Business of Architecture & Engineering

Sponsored by: American Institute of Architects - West Virginia Chapter (AIAWV)

Presented by: David McKinley, McKinley Architecture & Engineering

Operating and growing an A/E practice that strives to provide its clients optimal design services requires an innovative culture and an effective and solid operating environment for all stakeholders. Achieving this goal presents opportunities and challenges as practices navigate the ever-changing landscape of the built environment. This session will address ways to provide a solid flexible operating foundation that advances innovation and fosters the ultimate goal: successful project delivery for its clients.

ATTENTION AIA WV MEMBERS: Off-site registration and payment are required by clicking here. The $125 flat rate registration fee gets you access to ALL AIA West Virginia seminars (a total of 7 continuing education seminars), chapter meeting, and lunch.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Maria Belcher –  304-344-9872  –  maria@aiawv.org

Location: Parlor B

March 20, 2024

3:00pm – 4:00pm

Maria Belcher

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

51

Plastic Chamber Systems for Stormwater Management and Septic Recharge

Location: Terrace Room 210 • Speaker: Roger Kennedy

Plastic Chamber Systems for Stormwater Management and Septic Recharge

Sponsored by: American Society of Landscape Architects - WV Chapter

Presented by: Christopher Bucci, MSCE, P.E., Cultec, Inc.

This seminar will educate attendees on several learning objectives including: Becoming familiar with polymer subsurface stormwater management chambers; understanding how polymer subsurface stormwater management benefits site development; understanding the benefits of using an inline pretreatment solution for total suspended solids; and understanding the positive and negative attributes of different subsurface stormwater management technologies.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Roger Kennedy –  304-727-5501  –  rkennedy@chaptech.com

Location: Terrace Room 210

March 20, 2024

3:00pm – 4:00pm

Roger Kennedy

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

52

Engaging Bridge Design and Build Experience for 6th-12th Grade Students

Location: Terrace Room 212 • Speaker: Horng-Jyh Yang

Engaging Bridge Design and Build Experience for 6th-12th Grade Students

Sponsored by: Civil Engineering Department, West Virginia University Institute of Technology

Presented by: Dr. Horng-Jyh Yang, Professor, WVU Tech

This seminar will showcase the transformative STEM-focused event hosted by the WVDOH and WVU Tech that was developed to inspire and prepare the state’s youth for careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). Attendees will learn about the event’s activities, software, and experiences to further contribute to advancing STEM education. The joint effort aims to invigorate West Virginia’s labor force by fostering a new generation of STEM talent and encouraging them to pursue higher education in STEM fields. As part of this initiative, a Bridge Design and Build Contest is available for 6th to 12th-grade students statewide. Students are invited to form teams and participate in designing and constructing model bridges. Detailed guidelines and resources will be provided to ensure a structured learning experience for all participants. The success of the 2023 event has been highlighted in the Transportation Research Board (TRB) national newsletter and featured in a Transportation TV Special Report.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Horng-Jyh Yang –  304-929-1640  –  hoyang@mail.wvu.edu

Location: Terrace Room 212

March 20, 2024

3:00pm – 4:00pm

Horng-Jyh Yang

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

53

Why Not Walls? How Demountable Walls are Changing the Face of Traditional Construction

Location: Parlor B • Speaker: Maria Belcher

Why Not Walls? How Demountable Walls are Changing the Face of Traditional Construction

Sponsored by: American Institute of Architects - West Virginia Chapter (AIAWV)

Presented by: KI & John Krugh with Corbett Inc.

This session examines how demountable walls and storefronts can aid in the safety, sustainability, and overall well-being of those who are working in these high-performance buildings. This will include sharing research that was conducted to identify why specifiers do and don’t specify demountable wall solutions.

ATTENTION AIA WV MEMBERS: Off-site registration and payment are required by clicking here. The $125 flat rate registration fee gets you access to ALL AIA West Virginia seminars (a total of 7 continuing education seminars), chapter meeting, and lunch.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Maria Belcher –  304-344-9872  –  maria@aiawv.org

Location: Parlor B

March 20, 2024

4:00pm – 5:00pm

Maria Belcher

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

54

What’s New In Green Stormwater Infrastructure?

Location: Terrace Room 210 • Speaker: Roger Kennedy

What’s New In Green Stormwater Infrastructure?

Sponsored by: American Society of Landscape Architects - WV Chapter

Presented by: Robert R. Connelly II, CPESC, Ferguson Waterworks

Modern day stormwater control design does not look like that of the past. The days of get it out of site and on to the receiving body of water as fast as we can are gone! Take a look at some of today’s Green Stormwater Infrastructure and a few of the low impact designs that support it. Onsite stormwater control, reuse and other innovative practices will be explored. Attendees will see actual projects and learn more about present day sustainable practices and methodology to reduce the negative impacts of stormwater.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Roger Kennedy –  304-727-5501  –  rkennedy@chaptech.com

Location: Terrace Room 210

March 20, 2024

4:00pm – 5:00pm

Roger Kennedy

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

55

Demolition of the I-64 Truss over the Kanawha River – Nitro, WV

Location: Parlor A • Speaker: Shawn Tunstall

Demolition of the I-64 Truss over the Kanawha River – Nitro, WV

Sponsored by: West Virginia Construction & Design EXPO

Presented by: Shawn Tunstall and Jarid Antonio (Tunstall Engineering Group), Tom Hesmond (Brayman Construction Corporation), Jeff Slezak (Trumbull Corporation)

This presentation will review the demolition of the I-64 truss over the Kanawha River. The Nitro River Bridge consisted of a 3-span through truss (375’, 562.5’, 375’) including a 250’ pin and hanger drop-in section in span 2. Demolition was accomplished by slabbing the bridge, removing stringers, strand jacking the 250’ drop-in section down onto barges, and cutting/picking pieces of the remaining truss while supported by falsework towers. Another unique aspect of the demolition was demolishing a 320’ section of truss over the pier by utilizing a ‘balanced cantilever’ approach which involved designing pier brackets to keep the structure stable while removing truss sections from the cantilever ends. All of these steps required analysis of the truss and falsework to ensure adequate strength and stability, as well as consideration for barge and crane stability. Staged analysis was utilized to estimate the existing truss forces, and preloading was applied to minimize the existing member forces prior to cutting steel members. This presentation will review the truss demolition, including the strand jacking and balanced cantilever components.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Shawn Tunstall –  724-778-3270  –  shawn@tunstallengineering.pro

Location: Parlor A

March 20, 2024

4:00pm – 5:00pm

Shawn Tunstall

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

56

WVU Tech Alumni & Friends Reception

Location: EXPO Exhibitor Lounge (1st Floor Hallway) • Speaker: Jennifer Wood

WVU Tech Alumni & Friends Reception

Sponsored by: West Virginia University Institute of Technology

Presented by: West Virginia University Institute of Technology

WVU Tech invites all alumni and friends to join from 4:30-5:30 p.m. on March 20 for a reception in the Exhibitor Lounge prior to the EXPO After Hours Reception. Meet, network and learn about the great things happening at WVU Tech! RSVP at wvutech.wufoo.com/forms/p1bvj762054q78o.

Contact: Jennifer Wood –  304-929-1400  –  jennifer.wood@mail.wvu.edu

Location: EXPO Exhibitor Lounge (1st Floor Hallway)

March 20, 2024

4:30pm – 5:30pm

Jennifer Wood

Cost: FREE


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Jobs & Hope Heavy Equipment Graduation

Location: TBA • Speaker: Pat McDonald

Jobs & Hope Heavy Equipment Graduation

Sponsored by: West Virginia Construction & Design EXPO

Presented by: West Virginia Construction & Design EXPO

Meet, greet and celebrate the latest graduates from the Governor’s Jobs & Hope and Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy’s Heavy Equipment Operator programs.

Contact: Pat McDonald –  304-342-1166  –  pmcdonald@cawv.org

Location: TBA

March 20, 2024

5:00pm – 5:30pm

Pat McDonald

Cost: FREE


58

EXPO After Hours Reception

Location: All Exhibit Halls • Speaker: Cassidy Webb

EXPO After Hours Reception

Sponsored by: West Virginia Construction & Design EXPO

SPONSORED BY: 84 Lumber ♦ Ace Materials ♦ Bowles Rice ♦ E.L. Robinson ♦ Encova Insurance ♦ Sunbelt Rentals ♦ Terracon

Meet, greet, eat & enjoy at the EXPO After Hours Reception. Exhibitors and attendees can enjoy complimentary beverages and hors d’oeuvres at the many stations located throughout the exhibit halls.

Contact: Cassidy Webb –  304-342-1166  –  expo@wvexpo.com

Location: All Exhibit Halls

March 20, 2024

5:30pm – 8:00pm

Cassidy Webb

Cost: FREE


37

District Materials Quarterly Training

Location: Terrace Room 213 • Speaker: Daniel Brayack

District Materials Quarterly Training

Sponsored by: West Virginia Division of Highways - MCST

*This training has been moved to Thursday, March 21, 8:00 AM – Noon.

Presented by: Various Speakers

OFF-SITE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: WVDOH District Materials Quarterly Training is open to WVDOH District and Division Employees as well as industry consultants. Register for this event online at https://forms.gle/3zM7kAowwGZHLhed8.

Contact: Daniel Brayack –  304-932-7887  –  daniel.a.brayack@wv.gov

Location: Terrace Room 213

March 21, 2024

8:00am – 12:00pm

Daniel Brayack

Cost: FREE


59

EXPO Business Over Breakfast (BOB) Reception

Location: All Exhibit Halls • Speaker: Cassidy Webb

EXPO Business Over Breakfast (BOB) Reception

Sponsored by: West Virginia Construction & Design EXPO

SPONSORED BY: GPI / Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. ♦  Hendrickson & Long PLLC

Mingle and do business over breakfast with the industry’s finest. Meet and interact with construction and design businesses from across the region at the EXPO BOB Reception. Enjoy complimentary breakfast at the many stations located throughout the exhibit halls.

Location: All Exhibit Halls

March 21, 2024

8:00am – 10:00am

Cassidy Webb

Cost: FREE


60

A Look at the 1923 Grand Canyon Expedition Survey

Location: Parlor A • Speaker: Mack McCarty

A Look at the 1923 Grand Canyon Expedition Survey

Sponsored by: WVSPS - Greater Kanawha Valley Chapter

Presented by: Mack McCarty

This presentation will provide participants with an in-depth look at the 1923 Expedition and Survey conducted by the U.S. Geological Survey as they ran a 351-mile-long survey line through the Grand Canyon exploring possible dam sites along the way. During this presentation, we will explore the perils of this expedition and the bravery of the team as they completed one of the most challenging surveys ever completed.

Continuing Education: 2 PDH/0.2 CEU

Contact: Mack McCarty –  304-545-5716  –  mackmjr@msn.com

Location: Parlor A

March 21, 2024

8:00am – 10:00am

Mack McCarty

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 2 PDH/0.2 CEU

61

Effective Soft Armor Alternatives to Rock For Permanent Erosion Control

Location: Terrace Room 210 • Speaker: Roger Kennedy

Effective Soft Armor Alternatives to Rock For Permanent Erosion Control

Sponsored by: American Society of Landscape Architects - WV Chapter

Presented by: Tim Lancaster, GrassWorx, LLC

Today’s more frequent, high intensity storm events are subjecting drainage channels, riverbanks, and shorelines to greater flow discharges and erosive forces than ever before. Historically, conventional stitched and woven turf reinforcement mats (TRMs) have proven to be effective vegetative “soft armor” alternatives to environmentally unfriendly “hard armor” rock and concrete materials for stabilizing some of these areas. If a large storm event occurs before vegetation is fully established, which is becoming increasingly more likely with climate change, conventional TRMs are prone to erosion failure. This presentation discusses the development of a new category of permanent erosion control products known as Hybrid-Turf Instant Armoring Mats, which were specifically developed to meet the erosion challenges of more severe weather. These products offer substantially increased pre-vegetated erosion protection for a reduced risk of failure prior to vegetation establishment, therefore extending the use of natural vegetation in place of hard armor in more high flow applications.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Roger Kennedy –  304-727-5501  –  rkennedy@chaptech.com

Location: Terrace Room 210

March 21, 2024

8:00am – 9:00am

Roger Kennedy

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

62

Design Advantages of Composite Roof Solutions

Location: Parlor B • Speaker: Jason King

Design Advantages of Composite Roof Solutions

Sponsored by: West Virginia Construction & Design EXPO

Presented by: Jason King, DaVinci Roofscapes

In this seminar, design professionals will take an in-depth look at the sustainable and versatile attributes of composite roofing solutions. The advantages of composite roofing systems will be examined, including long life-cycle, durability, and its ability to be specified in a wide array of applications and environments. After the presentation, participants will be able to: List the green features of virgin-engineered polymer composite roofing materials; state the design and architectural benefits of specifying a composite roofing solution including integrity, versatility, and aesthetics; compare the advantages and disadvantages of traditional roofing materials versus composite products; and discuss the durability and long-life cycle of synthetic roofing materials including the various testing methods and approvals related to roofing materials.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Jason King –  412-804-8132  –  jking3@davinciroofscapes.com

Location: Parlor B

March 21, 2024

8:00am – 9:00am

Jason King

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

63

Bridge Deck Rehabilitation with Fast Track Hydro-demolition and Latex Modified Concrete

Location: Conference Room 202 • Speaker: Al Kenz

Bridge Deck Rehabilitation with Fast Track Hydro-demolition and Latex Modified Concrete

Sponsored by: West Virginia Construction & Design EXPO

Presented by: Al Kenz, Modified Concrete/Hydro Technologies

This presentation will show best practices for bridge preservation using Hydro-demolition with placement of Latex Modified Concrete overlays.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Al Kenz –  724-334-7877  –  akenz@hughesgrp.com

Location: Conference Room 202

March 21, 2024

8:00am – 9:00am

Al Kenz

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

63.1

NEW – The Nuts and Bolts of AIS and BABA

Location: Little Theater • Speaker: Timothy Connor, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

NEW – The Nuts and Bolts of AIS and BABA

Sponsored by: Contractors Association of West Virginia

Presented by: Timothy Connor, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

The seminar, “The Nuts and Bolts of AIS and BABA,” is a refresher on the American Iron and Steel (AIS) requirement and an introduction to the Build America, Buy America Act (BABA) for Water Infrastructure.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Pat McDonald – 304-342-1166  – pmcdonald@cawv.org

Location: Little Theater

March 21, 2024

9:00am – 10:00am

Timothy Connor, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

64

Nereda Technology for Wastewater Systems

Location: Conference Room 202 • Speaker: Zach Thompson

Nereda Technology for Wastewater Systems

Sponsored by: West Virginia Water Environment Association (WVWEA)

Presented by: Paula Dorn

This presentation will review Aerobic Granular Sludge Technology. Discovered in the late 1990s, this innovative technology was developed for wastewater treatment The technology is gaining increasing attention due to its superior advantages, such as its compact structure and greater settle-ability, denser biomass and higher treatment capacity, smaller footprint, and lower costs. Over the past three decades, more applications have been conducted and established worldwide. However, there are still fundamental questions that need to be addressed regarding granulation, stable operation, monitoring, and modeling, as well as scaling up for this promising technology.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Zach Thompson –  130-467-3330  –  zthompson@thethrashergroup.com

Location: Conference Room 202

March 21, 2024

9:00am – 10:00am

Zach Thompson

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

66

WV Section American Society of Civil Engineers Board Meeting

Location: Terrace Room 213 • Speaker: Daniel Fint

WV Section American Society of Civil Engineers Board Meeting

Sponsored by: WV Section American Society of Civil Engineer (ASCE)

Presented by: WV Section American Society of Civil Engineers

Contact: Daniel Fint –  304-769-2108  –  dfint@mbakerintl.com

Location: NEW – Terrace Room 213

March 21, 2024

9:00am – 11:00am

Daniel Fint

Cost: FREE


67

Turf Reinforcing Matting

Location: Terrace Room 210 • Speaker: Roger Kennedy

Turf Reinforcing Matting

Sponsored by: American Society of Landscape Architects - WV Chapter

Presented by: Jerry M. Kallam, Core & Main Geosynthetics

This presentation will review the products used in the erosion control blanket and turf reinforcement matting industry. Topics include covering the industry as a whole and how the products are manufactured, their capabilities, opportunities for their use, and case studies. Some of the products to be reviewed include wattles, erosion control blankets, and turf reinforcement matting.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Roger Kennedy –  304-727-5501  –  rkennedy@chaptech.com

Location: Terrace Room 210

March 21, 2024

9:00am – 10:00am

Roger Kennedy

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

68

SBA Financing for Contractors

Location: Conference Room 202 • Speaker: Kimberly Donahue

SBA Financing for Contractors

Sponsored by: U.S Small Business Administration

Presented by: Leo Lopez / Kimberly Donahue

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) guarantees lines of credit to contractors up to $5 million through the CAPLines program. The Contract CAPLine Loan Program finances the cost associated with contracts, subcontracts or purchase orders. Proceeds can be disbursed before the work begins and can be used to fund single or multiple contracts.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Kimberly Donahue –  304-347-5220  –  kimberly.donahue@sba.gov

Location: Conference Room 202

March 21, 2024

10:00am – 11:00am

Kimberly Donahue

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

69

Successful Communications

Location: Conference Room 203 • Speaker: Lamar Godbey

Successful Communications

Sponsored by: West Virginia Rural Water Association (WVRWA)

Presented by: Heather Somers

This class will discuss the techniques involved in successful communications.

Continuing Education: 1.5 PDH/0.15 CEU/1.5 CEH

Contact: Lamar Godbey –  304-633-9980  –  lamargodbey@wvrwa.org

Location: Conference Room 203

March 21, 2024

10:00am – 11:30am

Lamar Godbey

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1.5 PDH/0.15 CEU/1.5 CEH

69.1

NEW – Coating Process and Procedure

Location: Conference Room 205 • Speaker: Tim Green, Senior Coating Project Manager, S&ME

NEW – Coating Process and Procedure

Sponsored by: Contractors Association of West Virginia (CAWV)

Presented by: Tim Green, Senior Coating Project Manager, S&ME

In this seminar attendees will learn about the coating processes and procedures including:

  • NEW CONSTRUCTION OBSERVATION
  • ASSESSMENT OF SUBSTRATE AND COATING CONDITION
  • PREPARING TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
  • SURFACE PREPARATION AND COATING APPLICATION OBSERVATION
  • FAILURE ANALYSIS

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Gus Suwaid – 614-793-2226 –  gsuwaid@smeinc.com

Location: Conference Room 205

March 21, 2024

10:00am – 11:00am

Tim Green, Senior Coating Project Manager, S&ME

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

70

Fundamentals of AI for Designers

Location: Parlor B • Speaker: Maria Belcher

Fundamentals of AI for Designers

Sponsored by: American Institute of Architects - West Virginia Chapter (AIAWV)

Presented by: AIAU

Make sure you’re prepared for the rapidly evolving digital revolution with a comprehensive introduction to the core concepts, principles, and applications of artificial intelligence (AI). Learn key components of AI, explore the current and future implications of its use, and gain insights into the real-world applications in the industry. Whether this is your first foray into the topic or you’re just looking for a refresher, this course will equip you with the foundational understanding needed to explore AI further.

ATTENTION AIA WV MEMBERS: Off-site registration and payment are required by clicking here. The $125 flat rate registration fee gets you access to ALL AIA West Virginia seminars (a total of 7 continuing education seminars), chapter meeting, and lunch.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Maria Belcher –  304-344-9872  –  maria@aiawv.org

Location: Parlor B

March 21, 2024

10:00am – 11:00am

Maria Belcher

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

71

Introduction to GeoSpec Geofoam Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Lightweight Fill

Location: Terrace Room 210 • Speaker: Roger Kennedy

Introduction to GeoSpec Geofoam Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Lightweight Fill

Sponsored by: American Society of Landscape Architects - WV Chapter

Presented by: Tim Snider, Plasti-Fab

The presentation will review how GeoSpec Geofoam is produced, its physical properties, typical design applications, and case study project examples. Geofoam lightweight fill material is expanded polystyrene (EPS) geofoam used in ground fill applications where lightweight fill material is required. At 100th of the weight of typical fill, these products have been used successfully in a wide variety of geotechnical applications. EPS geofoam has been used in projects worldwide for over 50 years.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Roger Kennedy –  304-727-5501  –  rkennedy@chaptech.com

Location: Terrace Room 210

March 21, 2024

10:00am – 11:00am

Roger Kennedy

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

72

WV Drilled Shaft Testing – Pre/Post Concrete Pour

Location: Parlor A • Speaker: Matthew Perrella

WV Drilled Shaft Testing – Pre/Post Concrete Pour

Sponsored by: West Virginia Construction & Design EXPO

Presented by: Matt Perrella & Ben White, GRL Engineers

This seminar will discuss drilled shaft testing methods and equipment being utilized in West Virginia. Learn about how pre-pour testing involves testing the sediment at the bottom of the shaft (SQUID) and testing the verticality (SHAPE) within the spec. Once the shaft is placed, TIP and CSL are used to test the concrete/shaft integrity. This method has been performed on several projects throughout the state over the last 3+ years.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Matthew Perrella –  304-709-2103  –  mperrella@grlengineers.com

Location: Parlor A

March 21, 2024

10:00am – 11:00am

Matthew Perrella

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

72.1

NEW – Learn about Damage Prevention

Location: Terrace Room 211 • Speaker: West Virginia Damage Prevention Board

NEW – Learn about Damage Prevention

Sponsored by: West Virginia Damage Prevention Board

Presented by: West Virginia Damage Prevention Board

In this seminar, attendees will hear from members of the West Virginia Damage Prevention Board to learn about preventing damage on projects, how to report damages, and how to make 811 NUMBER ONE.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Jerry Poage – 304-345-3959 – jerrypoage@WV811.com

Location: Terrace Room 211

March 21, 2024

11:00am – 12:00pm

West Virginia Damage Prevention Board

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

72.2

NEW – Engineered Revetment: Alternates to Rip Rap and Poured in Place Concrete, Applications and Design Updates

Location: Terrace Room 210 • Speaker: Mark Peterson, P.E., Premier Concrete Products, Inc.

NEW – Engineered Revetment: Alternates to Rip Rap and Poured in Place Concrete, Applications and Design Updates

Sponsored by: American Society of Landscape Architects - WV Chapter

Presented by: Mark Peterson, P.E., Premier Concrete Products, Inc.

This presentation will provide information on ShoreFlex, a vegetated concrete block erosion control mat. The product is manufactured from individual concrete blocks that are tied together to form an erosion control mat. Each concrete block within the mat is tapered, uniform, and interlocked. Block interlocking is achieved using a high strength geogrid to ensure that no longitudinal or lateral movement of blocks occur during lifting or installation. The geogrid is securely cast into and embedded within each concrete block to provide the connection strength

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Roger Kennedy –  304-727-5501  –  rkennedy@chaptech.com

Location: Terrace Room 210

March 21, 2024

11:00am – 12:00pm

Mark Peterson, P.E., Premier Concrete Products, Inc.

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

73

Pipe Installation – Best Practices

Location: Conference Room 202 • Speaker: Donald McNutt, PE

Pipe Installation – Best Practices

Sponsored by: West Virginia Utility Contractors Association (WVUCA)

Presented by: Donald E. McNutt, PE, American Concrete Pipe Association

This session will describe how properly adhering to WVDOH installation standards for pipe will increase the longevity and value of infrastructure by reducing potential failures and decreasing maintenance costs. Gain an understanding of the differences that ACPA has documented comparing the installation of flexible and rigid culverts. This course can empower specifiers, designers, inspectors, and installers to ensure existing and planned pipe projects adhere to specified standards.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Donald McNutt, PE –  803-317-3329  –  dmcnutt@concretepipe.org

Location: Conference Room 202

March 21, 2024

11:00am – 12:00pm

Donald McNutt, PE

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

74

Managing Storm Pipe Installations (& What to Do When Things Go Wrong)

Location: Parlor A • Speaker: Calvin Hanson

Managing Storm Pipe Installations (& What to Do When Things Go Wrong)

Sponsored by: West Virginia Utility Contractors Association (WVUCA)

Presented by: Calvin Hanson, Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.

This presentation on Managing Storm Pipe Installations will discuss ways to ensure the highest likelihood of success when installing storm pipe. Covering topics such as installation basics, construction considerations, managing critical installations, and what to do when things go wrong, participants will leave with a better understanding of best practices, intended function, the service life of the drainage system, and how to recover from installation mishaps most efficiently and economically.

Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

Contact: Calvin Hanson –  629-214-0060  –  calvin.hanson@adspipe.com

Location: Parlor A

March 21, 2024

11:00am – 12:00pm

Calvin Hanson

Cost: FREE


Continuing Education: 1 PDH/0.1 CEU

75

Integrated Ceiling and Lighting Solutions

Location: Parlor B • Speaker: Maria Belcher

Integrated Ceiling and Lighting Solutions

Sponsored by: American Institute of Architects - West Virginia Chapter (AIAWV)

Presented by: Lauren Pataky, Armstrong World Industries & Tommy McCarty, Foundation Building Materials

This one-hour seminar will focus on the importance of pre-engineering ceiling and lighting integration. It will cover common construction issues caused by uncoordinated ceiling and lighting conditions. The course introduces and educates participants on the value associated with pre-engineered ceiling and light solutions as well as the Health, Safety, and Wellness benefits of good lighting practices.

ATTENTION AIA WV MEMBERS: Off-site registration and payment are required by clicking here. The $125 flat rate registration fee gets you access to ALL AIA West Virginia seminars (a total of 7 continuing education seminars), chapter meeting, and lunch.

Contact: Maria Belcher –  304-344-9872  –  maria@aiawv.org

Location: Parlor B

March 21, 2024

11:00am – 12:00pm

Maria Belcher

Cost: FREE


76

NSPE-WV Board Meeting

Location: Conference Room 201 • Speaker: Michael Haid

NSPE-WV Board Meeting

Sponsored by: National Society of Professional Engineers of West Virginia (NSPE-WV)

Presented by: NSPE-WV

Contact: Michael Haid –  304-951-9460  –  michael@maplecreative.com

Location: Conference Room 201

March 21, 2024

11:30am – 1:30pm

Michael Haid

Cost: FREE


76.1

WVASHRAE Board of Governors Meeting

Location: Terrace Room 213 • Speaker:

WVASHRAE Board of Governors Meeting

Sponsored by: American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers - WV Chapter (WVASHRAE)

Presented by: American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers – WV Chapter (WVASHRAE)

Contact: Terry Hollandsworth –  304-668-9042  –  terrh2@icloud.com

Location: NEW – Terrace Room 213

March 21, 2024

11:30am – 12:30pm

Cost: FREE


77

WVU Tech Civil Engineering Advisory Board Meeting

Location: Parlor E • Speaker: Guillermo Hahn

WVU Tech Civil Engineering Advisory Board Meeting

Sponsored by: WVU Institute of Technology

Presented by: WVU Tech

*PRIVATE MEETING*

Contact: Guillermo Hahn –  304-929-1642  –  guillermo.hahn@mail.wvu.edu

Location: Parlor E

March 21, 2024

12:00pm – 2:00pm

Guillermo Hahn

Cost: FREE


78

WVLTAP Advisory Board Meeting

Location: Terrace Room 212 • Speaker: Kim Carr

WVLTAP Advisory Board Meeting

Sponsored by: West Virginia Local Technical Assistance Program (WVLTAP)

Presented by: West Virginia Local Technical Assistance Program (WVLTAP)

Contact: Kim Carr –  304-293-9924  –  kim.carr@mail.wvu.edu

Location: Terrace Room 212

March 21, 2024

12:00pm – 2:00pm

Kim Carr

Cost: FREE


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EXPO agrees to provide a free room, set up with theatre style seating, including a screen; in-room projector; display/head table; podium; and a PA system with a podium microphone and lavaliere microphone. Any other audio-visual equipment, including laptop computers, HDMI cords, or pointers, are the responsibility of the seminar sponsor or their presenter. Anyone needing these items for a rental fee should contact EXPO no later than one week prior to arrange through the on-site AV/technology firm. Wireless internet will be provided by EXPO in each seminar room. EXPO will list your seminar title and description on the EXPO website and, upon request, provide you a pre-registration list.

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