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Managing Snow and Ice Control Operations

Upcoming Dates
  • Sep. 29 - Oct. 20, 2023 (D196)
    Live Online
    $1,095
  • Oct. 10-11, 2023 (D107)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,095
In this course, you will learn practical management approaches to help you respond to storm situations affecting urban and rural roadways, parking lots, sidewalks, and other facilities. You will learn how to establish plans and policies, select equipment, and properly time the use of plowing, chemical deicers and abrasives. Examples of effective anti-icing applications will also be discussed.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Streets, Highways and Bridges
RA00322

Fundamentals of Traction Power Systems and Overhead Contact Systems

Upcoming Dates
  • Nov. 14-16, 2023 (D176)
    Madison, WI or Live Online
    $1,495
This course will introduce many of the fundamentals that are the foundation of rail traction power and overhead contact systems. If you work in this area or need to understand the concepts related to electrically powered rail systems, this is the course for you. NOTE: This course can be attended face-to-face in Madison, WI or live online via Zoom web conference.
Customizable
Discipline: Electrical
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Railroad Engineering
RA01357

Municipal Engineering Fundamentals for Non-Engineers

Upcoming Dates
  • Nov. 14-15, 2023 (D105)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $995
In this course, you will learn about key municipal engineering systems and about the concepts and methods used to design, operate, and maintain the following systems, specifically related to streets, water supply, sanitary sewer and storm drainage systems. You will also get the answers to some essential questions you must ask yourself and your team prior to designing any municipal system.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Public Works and Municipal
RA00356

Maintaining Asphalt Pavements

Upcoming Dates
  • Nov. 28-29, 2023 (D197)
    Face-to-Face Las Vegas, NV
    $1,195
  • Jan. 3 - Feb. 7, 2024 (D199)
    Live Online
    $1,095
  • Feb. 12-13, 2024 (D187)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,095
Are your asphalt pavements deteriorating faster than your budget—those pavements that were built in the boom and are now going bust? Learn practical pavement evaluation, repair, maintenance, and rehabilitation techniques to extend the life of your pavements while stretching your budgets.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Streets, Highways and Bridges
RA00315

Improving Public Works Construction Inspection Skills

Upcoming Dates
  • Nov. 30 - Dec. 1, 2023 (D198)
    Face-to-Face Las Vegas, NV
    $1,195
  • Jan. 3 - Feb. 7, 2024 (D200)
    Live Online
    $1,095
  • Feb. 14-15, 2024 (D188)
    Face-to-Face Madison, WI
    $1,095
This is an opportunity to improve your effectiveness by learning about basic engineering principles, construction materials and methods, and inspection techniques. If you are new to inspection, this course will shorten your learning curve and boost your confidence. This training, coupled with common sense, keen powers of observation, and good communication and organizational skills, will add to your success as an inspector.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Public Works and Municipal
RA00383

CWR and Thermal Forces Workshop

Upcoming Dates
  • Dec. 1, 2023 (D173)
    Face-to-Face Des Plaines (Chicago), IL
    $795
Gain a working knowledge of CWR and learn how to calculate the thermal forces and internal forces associated with the installation of CWR. Understand the proper procedure for thermal adjusting and maintaining neutral temperature, and learn about flash butt and thermite welds, CWR maintenance, replacing rail, and FRA regulations.
Customizable
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Railroad Engineering
RA01302

Emergency Railroad Bridge Inspections

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    Online Anytime
    $395
Emergency railroad bridge incidents happen without warning, often far from the railroad bridge inspector's home base and at unusual hours. This course makes it possible for a broad range of highly capable employees to act as competent observers, so they can relay critical information to an offsite railroad bridge expert. Frontline MOW employees, managers, consultants, and individuals involved with railroad infrastructure and security can all benefit from this short online course that introduces you to the technical, procedural, and safety aspects of emergency railroad bridge inspection.
Discipline: Civil and Environmental
Topic: Transportation Infrastructure, Railroad Engineering, Streets, Highways and Bridges
RA01658
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