This course provides an introduction of HEC-RAS with applications to dam safety. The course provides a hands-on opportunity to use the program and resolve specific questions. The objective of this course is to review the basic principles of open channel hydraulics as they relate to the natural stream environment with application to dam safety. Bridges, culverts, and in-line structures will be discussed and both steady and unsteady flow modelin...

Geo Week is the premier event for increased integration between the built environment, advanced airborne/terrestrial technologies, and commercial 3D technologies. It was created as a response to the changing needs of built world and geospatial professionals, and to acknowledge the convergence of technology taking place currently. New technological innovations, the need for remote workflows, and hardware breakthroughs are redefining expectation...

This course provides broad coverage of stability analysis for embankment dams. Topics addressed in the course include soil stress-strain behavior, shear strength selection, field, and laboratory testing methods, slope stability analysis methods, slope stability analysis loading cases, seepage as related to stability analysis, and stability rehabilitation methods. The course includes several exercises to reinforce the information presented in l...

7th Annual VIB Network National Conference: San Diego, California The VIB Network National Conference is excited to be back in beautiful San Diego, California - November 13-14, 2023. This conference is designed to help Veteran businesses build connections between Corporations, Government Agencies, and Primes looking to create partnerships for contracting opportunities. This is one of the most interactive and innovative conferences, putting yo...

Commercial UAV Expo, September 5-7, 2023 in Las Vegas, defines and showcases the global commercial drone industry, with a tie-in into the world of advanced air mobility. In 2022, the show smashed all previous records and registered more than 4,100 attendees from 60 nations and all 50 states, while hosting 232 exhibitors. It draws the power buyers and global influencers and sets the pace for the industry. 4,000+ delegates from 6 continents will...

SMART PROC brings program managers, contracting and small business advocates together to discuss their respective agencies mission, requirements and future contracting opportunities. We bring the large military and civilian contracting commands to you so your business can plan for upcoming contracting opportunities and to sharpen your business development tools. SMART PROC is a must attend event to grow your business! Sessions will address the...

The 2022 Security Transformation Summit, presented by Fortinet Federal, will take on the pressing issues and technical challenges that public sector cybersecurity and IT management professionals are facing now. Participants will hear from government and industry thought leaders who will discuss 2023 priorities and how to incorporate future-proof security into evolving digital modernization initiatives. Learn how your colleagues from civilian a...

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) mission to support our nation depends on partnerships with our citizens and first responders, and as we work together, we are able to build, sustain, and improve our mission ready capabilities before, during, and after a disaster. FEMA is hosting a Recompete Logistics Construction and Mission Planning Support 2023 Industry Day Event on Thursday, December 8, 2022. The purpose of this Industry Day E...

FEMA is principally seeking potential property management companies who do business in the counties of Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Flagler, Hardee, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lake, Lee, Manatee, Orange, Osceola, Palm Beach, Pinellas, Polk, Putnam, Sarasota, Seminole, St. Johns and Volusia. Properties should be located within thirty (30) to up to sixty (60) minutes of the affected areas or a distance that does not place an undue hardship in the S...

This webinar will include a discussion of common challenges with the design review process for dam safety projects and present strategies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the process with a focus on early and regular engagement of the owner, regulator, and designer. Learning Objectives of This Webinar: Pitfalls to avoid during the design review process. Strategies to improve the efficiency of the design review process. Independen...