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This seminar presents a step-by-step evaluation of seismic ground motions for design and assessment of geotechnical and structural systems. The evaluation of site-specific ground motions requires an interaction between geology, seismology, geotechnical engineering and structural engineering. Professionals in any of these fields possess some knowledge of the related fields, but, invariably gaps are left in their knowledge. This seminar is aimed at closing those gaps through an intuitive approach. Learn more

The instructors combine to present the critical knowledge and skills you need in order to take advantage of the cost effective use of earth retaining structures in rural and urban construction for transportation, energy, commercial and industrial development. From start to finish - from design to construction and general site development - the instructors will lead you through the myriad of different retaining wall systems from which you can choose for your project. Learn more

What’s COPRI? This is your chance to learn more about the Coasts, Oceans, Ports & Rivers Institute Boston Chapter; who we are and what we do! COPRI would like to invite you to join us at the Cambridge Brewing Company for an informal social gathering on Thursday, July 14. Join us for a night of networking, food, and fresh beer! Learn more

The YMG will be hosting an End of the Year Networking Meeting at The Granary Tavern starting at 6pm. Celebrate the end of the FY 2015-2016 and mingle with the incoming committee and YMG members. Appetizers will be included. RSVP to BSCESYMG@gmail.com by Friday 6/17. Learn more

The expansion of the Panama Canal Locks is a construction and engineering marvel. The canal expansion utilized over 10,000 workers, more concrete than the Hoover Dam, and approximately 25 times the amount of steel used to erect the Eiffel Tower. Mr. Pansic is the deputy design engineer of the Design Consortium for the Third Set of Locks which makes up $3.2 billion of the $5 billion dollar Panama Canal Expansion. The Consortium is composed of MWH Global, Tetra-Tech and Iv Infra from the Netherlands. Over his 38-year career, Nick has contributed to the planning, design, and construction of major wet infrastructure programs on five continents. His areas of expertise include water resources development, dam design and rehabilitation, inland and maritime navigation, and shoreline protection and enhancement. Learn more

Serve dinner with the Friday Night Supper Program (FNSP), which has prepared and served a free meal every week for over 30 years. The dinner is open to all, and many of the guests that are served struggle mentally and socially, FNSP aims to provide a restaurant-like experience with dignity and respect. Guests are taught the nutritional value of the food they are served and can receive clothing and basic toiletries. YMG members will be helping to serve the three course meal and clean up after dinner is completed. Spots are limited, register early! Learn more

Engineers are increasingly under pressure to give in to clients' demands to reduce fees and release work product due to the pressure in our highly competitive industry. But how does the successful engineer address these demands and preserve potential revenue generation? Knowing your legal rights can help you determine what to protect, how to protect it, and how much time you have to make a claim. Join Robert Pellegrini, Esq., Pelligrini Keogh Law, who will guide you through common mistakes and pitfalls that can cost engineers millions - and opportunities to reap additional income that's rightfully theirs. Learn more

This workshop is an encore of the Fall 2014 workshop of the same name and is geared towards younger practicing members currently designing bridges for MassDOT. It will primarily focus on how to design bridge elements using Part I of the 2013 MassDOT LRFD Bridge Manual. The workshop is intended to provide an overview of the significance, and the rationale behind the changes including: new methods for dead load distribution, seismic design, bearing design, and integral abutment design. It will also include discussion on certain items that may be re-evaluated and modified for inclusion in future Bridge Manual revision(s), and the reasoning for those changes. Learn more

Curt Spalding, USEPA Region One administrator, will talk about how challenges like climate change are impacting water management issues throughout New England. EPA New England has worked through some of these challenges with more holistic and comprehensive approaches to protect some of our most iconic resources. Learn more

Join YMG, EWRI and MWRA Executive Director, Fred Laskey, for a presentation on the history of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA), with dinner and beverages provided by Nitsch Engineering. Learn more

Come and join us for an evening full of networking and fun. The Structural Engineering Feud will include a Family Feud style contest with the questions based on structural engineering themes. Learn more

This annual seminar and luncheon is dedicated to the memory of Bertram Berger, a past president of BSCES who was honored for his contributions to ASCE and BSCES with the establishment of a memorial fund. Organized under the theme of “A New Focus for Growth around the Commonwealth” the 2016 Bertram Berger Seminar will feature two panel discussions. Learn more

Join us as we celebrate the civil engineering profession and the dedication of professionals and young individuals who have strived for excellence this year. We will be honoring the student winners of the Ralph Salvucci Online Bridge Contest, the Model Bridge Competition, and the New England Regional Future City Competition. We will also be honoring professional engineers who have achieved excellence with BSCES Lifetime Membership and the Herzog Award. ASCE President-Elect Norma Jean Mattei will deliver the dinner's keynote address. This year's Herzog Award winner will be revealed at the dinner and there will be a presentation of the winning paper by the author. Learn more

Join the BSCES Younger Member Group in their first Red Sox Outing of the 2016 Season! Learn more

Water scarcity is an increasing problem throughout the world. Desalination has been deployed worldwide to expand the supply of freshwater, especially for coastal populations. But concerns remain about the energy consumption of the process. In this talk, Professor Lienhard will discuss research directed at understanding the causes of energy inefficiency in various desalination processes and efforts to adapt concepts from thermal engineering to improve the design of both thermal and membrane desalination systems. Learn more

It’s no secret that many construction projects result in change orders. Protracted claims can be costly in terms of both costs and schedule. The Dispute Resolution Board is an excellent, yet underused, tool that can be used to reduce the likelihood of protracted and costly disputes. Dispute Resolution Boards (DRBs) have successfully resolved construction contract disputes in the US since 1976. Since then, over 2,700 projects worth more than $225 billion have used this process. Understanding the DRB process and the requirements that make it successful will be the focus of this presentation. Learn more

Prepare the Middlesex Fells Reservation for another season of hiking, canoeing, and generally enjoying nature. Located less than 10 miles north of downtown Boston, The Fells has fields, ponds, and woods, and so is a precious resource those who enjoy spending time outdoors. We’ll likely be removing buckthorn—an invasive species—and restoring hiking paths. Learn more

The Holyoke water system dates back to 1872, when the first Board of Water Commissioners was established. At that time, the commissioners began planning out a network of reservoir systems with the construction of the first reservoir in 1888, followed by two more in 1897 and 1903. Several years later, in 1957, the Commissioners and their engineer, James Tighe, had the foresight to construct the Tighe-Carmody dam high in the hill towns west of the City, impounding billions of gallons of pristine water that would be conveyed to the City via gravity. To this day, the gravity based system envisioned by the City back in the 1800’s continues to provide water of exceptional quality in an energy efficient manner to the City, while continuing to meet all State and Federal water quality regulations. This presentation will follow the history of the development of the water system, from the construction of the network of dams, reservoirs, and pipelines to convey water to the City, to present day including the recent construction of a new ultraviolet disinfection treatment system to meet new drinking water regulations. Learn more

BSCES will be hosting a workshop for Civil Engineering. We need volunteers who are interested in assisting with the hands on activities for the girls. Volunteers will be assisting with the activities and sharing their experiences as civil engineers. Please contact Olivia Richards if you are interested! Learn more

Join the Younger Member Group in a tasting and tour of the Downeast Cider House. Learn more

Join the Geo-Institute next Thursday for this half-day seminar discussing challenges and triumphs when utilizing jet grouting. Kevin Dawson will talk about the history, techniques and risks of using jet grouting in urban environments. Then, Paul Thurlow will present a case study on the process centered on a project at Victoria Station in London, England. Learn more