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SUMMARY:TXDOT Strategic Vision & Goals
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Frisco 2 \nSpeaker:  Brian Barth\, P.E. – TxDOT \nPresentation Description\nBrian Barth is the Deputy Executive Director for Program Delivery for the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT)\, responsible for overseeing all program and project delivery for the Department. A member of the TxDOT family since 1988\, Barth began his career as an engineering assistant in the Dallas District. In 2013\, Barth was appointed as Fort Worth district engineer and served on the Regional Transportation Council of the North Central Texas Council of Governments working to solve Metroplex-area transportation issues. \nSpeaker Bio\nPeople are TxDOT’s most important customer\, asset\, and resource. The well-being\, safety\, and quality of life for Texans and the traveling public are of the utmost concern to the Department. TxDOT focuses on relationship building\, customer service\, and partnerships. TxDOT delivers mobility\, enabling economic opportunity and enhancing quality of life for all Texans.  That all starts at the District level.  TxDOT’s goals include delivering the right projects\, maintaining focus on the customer\, ensuring efficient use of state resources\, optimizing system performance\, preserving assets\, championing a culture of safety\, promoting safety and caring for the well-being of their employees.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/txdot-strategic-vision-goals-district-level/
LOCATION:Frisco 2
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Streaming Transportation Track,Transportation
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SUMMARY:Headlight Inspection Program
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Frisco 2 \nSpeaker:  Tyson Rupnow\, PhD – LADOTD \nPresentation Description\nTraditionally\, DOTD has relied on a primarily paper-based process for field data collection. Mobile technology (defined as hardware and software that can be used in concert to allow integrated data collection\, access to project-related information\, and realtime communication capabilities) continues to improve and become more affordable. This research project explored the feasibility of replacing the traditional\, paper-based inspection process with a cloud-based\, mobile project inspection technology named HeadLight\, piloting this technology on over 50 projects across four districts in Louisiana. A materials module was also developed. Inspectors using HeadLight experienced a 28 percent increase in productivity when creating and submitting daily work reports (DWRs). The increase in productivity for Department-wide adoption is estimated to exceed 117\,000 hours per year. Inspectors collected and shared 1.9 times more observations while increasing the number of photo and other media observations which contributes to a more complete record of the project and provides immeasurable value to DOTD. Project inspectors using HeadLight provide more complete and consistent data tagged with time and location metadata. DWRs are automatically generated from daily observations eliminating omission and transcription errors with submission rate improvements up to 66 percent completed within 24 hours and up to 82 percent completed within 72 hours. By increasing the timeliness of submitted DWRs\, data is more readily available across DOTD. Data stored in HeadLight provides a wealth of material for future training of new employees and even training of existing employees for particularly unique construction scenarios. It was observed that none of the projects using HeadLight had a lost claim that occurred during this pilot study. While more research is warranted\, this suggests that HeadLight provided both DOTD and contractors an improved communication platform to resolve issues before they escalated to a dispute and/or claim. It is anticipated that the benefits listed will be more considerable when the technology is further leveraged using big data analytics. \nSpeaker Bio \nDr. Rupnow is the Associate Director for Research at the Louisiana Transportation Research Center (LTRC). Dr. Rupnow holds a M.S. in geotechnical engineering and a Ph.D. in civil engineering materials from Iowa State University. Prior to joining LTRC\, he worked as a post doctoral research associate for the National Concrete Pavement Technology Center in Ames\, Iowa. Prior to promoting to the Associate Director\, Research where he administers the research program for the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD) and serves as one of the State RAC members\, he served as the Senior Concrete Research Engineer for 6 years. Work included evaluation of high portland cement replacement ternary mixtures\, implementing the surface resistivity test method\, and full scale load testing and evaluation of RCC and bonded concrete overlays on asphalt. Dr. Rupnow currently serves as an adjunct instructor for Louisiana State University where he occasionally teaches Civil Engineering Materials Laboratory\, Soils for Construction\, and a graduate course in Concrete Materials. Dr. Rupnow also holds a Research Associate Professor position with the University of Louisiana Lafayette. Dr. Rupnow is a member of TRB Committees AFN30 Durability of Concrete and AFN10 Basic Research and Emerging Technologies for Concrete and is a Member of ACI – Louisiana. Dr. Rupnow is a licensed registered professional engineer in the state of Louisiana.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/headlight-inspection-program/
LOCATION:Frisco 2
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Streaming Transportation Track,Transportation
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SUMMARY:2D Hydraulic Modeling - The First Step in Transportation Resiliency
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Frisco 2 \nSpeaker:  J.R. Taylor – MDT \nPresentation Description\nThis presentation will focus on the benefits of 2-Dimensional (2D) Hydraulic Modeling and highlight how this advancement in engineering technology can help hydraulic engineers design for the future and build sustainable resilience into our transportation system. A basic introduction to 2D hydraulic modeling will be included. Case studies will be used to show how 2D modeling has been utilized to develop more confident and effective solutions for transportation designs. \nSpeaker Bio\nJeremy (J.R.) Taylor has seventeen years of design and engineering experience in hydrology\, hydraulics\, and transportation engineering. J.R. served as a District Hydraulics Engineer for the Hydraulic Section of the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) for 15 years and has spent the last 2 years as a Project Manager for MDT. \nAs a District Hydraulics Engineer\, J.R. was responsible for the Hydraulic design activities encompassed in MDT projects\, including the engineering analysis and design of; bridge waterway openings\, floodplain analysis and permitting\, scour analysis\, culverts\, fish passage\, storm drains\, roadway drainage\, erosion and sediment control\, detention and retention basins\, bank stabilization\, stream restoration\, agricultural irrigation systems\, and lawsuit expert witness work. \nIn addition to his duties at MDT\, J.R. was part of the Federal Highways Associations (FHWA) EDC-4 and EDC-5 Innovation team for Collaborative Hydraulics: Advancing to the Next Generation of Engineering (CHANGE). As part of the CHANGE team\, J.R. presented around the country to leaders of many state DOTs about the great benefits of 2-Dimensional Hydraulic Modeling and the advancements in Hydraulic Engineering.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/2d-hydraulic-modeling-the-first-step-in-transportation-resiliency/
LOCATION:Frisco 2
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Streaming Transportation Track,Transportation
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SUMMARY:DOT Design vs Construction
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Frisco 2 \nSpeaker:  Craig Stevens – DelDOT \nPresentation Description\nThe focus of this presentation will be communication between the design sections and the construction sections. Craig Stevens is the Bridge Design Engineer with 18 years of experience at DelDOT.  Craig will provide insight into the different topics relating to precast concrete construction and design\, address issues DelDOT has had dealing with innovative ABC techniques and then discuss the solutions to the problems. \nSpeaker Bio\nCraig A. Stevens graduated from The University of Delaware with a Bachelor’s of Science in Civil Engineering in June of 2003.  His focus was primarily on structure design and analysis.  During his school\, Craig interned for the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) as a construction inspector for three years.  Craig was hired by DelDOT in June or 2003 and he has worked there ever since (18 years).  In his 18 years with DelDOT\, Craig has worked in bridge inspection\, bridge construction\, and bridge design.  Craig is the Delaware Department of Transportation’s Bridge Design Engineer as he heads the entire Bridge Design Section for DelDOT.  Craig is a member of the AASTHO Bridges and Structures committee along with the T-6 committee dealing with Fiber Reinforced Polymer.
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/dot-design-vs-construction/
LOCATION:Frisco 2
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Streaming Transportation Track,Transportation
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SUMMARY:AASHTO COMP 4a Update
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Frisco 2 \nSpeaker:  Dan Miller\, PE – ODOT \nPresentation Description\nThe AASHTO Committee on Materials and Pavements provides a forum for the development and exchange of information related to materials testing\, specification\, and performance; as well as to promote the use of new materials and develop and recommend methods of testing for such materials.  Technical Subcommittee 4a provides those same services with a focus on reinforced concrete drainage products.  As Chair of TS 4a\, Dan Miller has a heavily involved role in the task group’s actions.  He will provide an update of recent activities of the task group. \n \nSpeaker Bio\nMr. Dan Miller\, PE is the Ohio DOT State Materials Engineer. Prior to that he was the Cement and Concrete Engineer for ODOT for 7 years. A native of the Cleveland area and graduate of Cleveland State University\, he obtained both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Civil Engineering. Previously\, he worked at NCDOT for 6 years. Outside of ODOT\, Dan is the chairman for the National Concrete Consortium\, and also chairs AASHTO Technical Subcommittee 4a – Rigid Drainage Structures
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/aashto-comp-4a-update/
LOCATION:Frisco 2
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Streaming Transportation Track,Transportation
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SUMMARY:Panel Discussion: The Reality of the Situation
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Frisco 2 \nDescription \nProjects are complex with many different stakeholders individuals by a variety of forces. During this session\, a panel of the industry stakeholders will be brought together to talk about their individual points of view\, challenges\, and influences in number of real-life project situations. \nModerator:  Kim Spahn – American Concrete Pipe Association \nPanelists (see bios below) \nSenator Scott – Colorado Transportation and Energy Committee (representing our elected officials)\nJim Pappas – Executive Director – Mississippi DOT\nMichael Lee – AGC Director of East TX Operations (representing our contractors and former TXDOT Director of Engineering and Safety)\nJason Peek – JEO Consulting Group\, Senior Project Manager (representing consultants\, and former City of Topeka Public Works Director) \n \nJason Peek\nJason is a Senior Project Manager for JEO Consulting Group in Lawrence\, Kansas. He is a transformative leader with 25 years of experience in government administration\, project management\, and infrastructure innovation with an emphasis on creating value\, strengthening communities\, and leading with a purpose. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Georgia Tech\, a Master’s degree in City Planning from Clemson University\, and a Ph.D. in Public Administration from the University of Georgia. He has a passion for building infrastructure that started as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Mali\, West Africa. \n  \n \nSenator Ray Scott\nSenator Scott is committed to promoting faith\, liberty and the values of our Founding Fathers. At the State Capitol\, Senator Scott works to reduce job-killing regulations that stifle growth\, oppose new taxes on Colorado’s middle class families\, and fights to prioritize funding for safer roads and bridges in our state.  When not at the Capitol or managing one of his three businesses\, Senator Scott enjoys fly-fishing and spending time with his family. \n  \nMichael Lee\nMichael currently serves the AGC of Texas as the East Texas Area Manager. Prior to his work at AGC\, Michael retired from TxDOT as the Director of Engineering and Safety Operations where he oversaw and coordinated TxDOT’s engineering operations for the Bridge\, Construction\, Design\, Maintenance\, Materials and Tests\, and Traffic Safety Divisions. \nMichael’s 24-year career at TxDOT began in 1997 as an engineering assistant in the Atlanta District. He rose through the ranks in the northeast portion of the state including the Lufkin and Paris districts before being appointed the Director of the Maintenance Division in 2014. In that role\, Michael oversaw TxDOT’s statewide emergency response to Hurricane Harvey in 2017. \nMichael is a 1988 graduate of Texas A&M University with a bachelor’s degree in petroleum engineering. \nJim Pappas\nReceived Bachelor of Civil Engineering from the University of Delaware and Masters in Business Administration with a concentration in Environmental Sustainability from Wilmington University.\nWorked for Delaware Department of Transportation for over 29 years.\nMajority of the time was in pavement and materials engineering then as Assistant Director of Performance Management\, Deputy Director of Operations and Support\, and current role as Division Director of newly formed Division of Transportation Resiliency & Sustainability
URL:https://pipeschool.org/session/panel-discussion-the-reality-of-the-situation/
LOCATION:Frisco 2
CATEGORIES:Engineering,In-Person,Marketing,Streaming Transportation Track,Transportation
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