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INSTRUCTORS:
Olugbenga Ibikunle, PhD., P.Eng., CRL, MBA
Amin Tehrani, Ph.D., P.E., PACP
Kristin Feng, P.E., PACP
Purpose and Background
These presentations were recorded at the UESI Pipelines 2025 Conference.
Condition Assessment Program for 46-Year-Old Sanitary Forcemains in the Arctic Region of Canada (29 minutes)
This presentation highlights a comprehensive condition assessment program carried out on two 46-year-old sanitary forcemains located in the challenging Arctic environment of Northwest Canada. Extreme cold climates, freeze-thaw cycles, and corrosive soils accelerate pipeline deterioration, making proactive condition assessment critical. The project team developed a five-phase approach that included desktop studies, multi-stage inspections, soil testing, and structural integrity evaluations to determine the remaining service life of the assets. Despite their age, the pipelines were found to be structurally sound, with only moderate wall loss, though external corrosion posed ongoing risks. The program emphasized balancing engineering analyses, environmental considerations, and risk-based decision-making to extend asset life and safeguard public health. Recommendations included external corrosion management strategies, cathodic protection, and adaptive inspection planning.
From Inspection to Action: Seven Years of North Texas Municipal Water District's Multi-Sensor Inspection Outcomes (23 minutes)
This presentation reviews seven years of condition assessment efforts by the North Texas Municipal Water District, covering a large wastewater collection system serving over 1.5 million people. Using multi-sensor inspection (MSI) tools, including laser profiling, sonar, and high-definition CCTV, the program has evaluated hundreds of miles of gravity pipelines and thousands of manholes. Results have been integrated into GIS-based asset management software, enabling data-driven decisions on rehabilitation, capacity management, and capital planning. The inspections revealed unmapped assets, improved GIS accuracy, and identified high-risk segments for targeted intervention. By coupling inspection outcomes with risk-based assessment methods, the district has optimized its rehabilitation program, improved system reliability, and enhanced regulatory compliance. The case demonstrates how consistent inspection programs translate inspection data into actionable strategies for asset management.
Benefits and Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Describe the unique challenges of conducting pipeline condition assessments in Arctic environments.
- Explain how multi-phase inspection strategies help determine remaining service life and prioritize maintenance.
- Identify how multi-sensor inspection technologies provide actionable data for large-scale wastewater infrastructure management.
- Discuss the role of risk-based assessment in prioritizing rehabilitation and maximizing capital investment efficiency.
Assessment of Learning Outcomes
Students' achievement of the learning outcomes will be assessed via a short post-test assessment (true-false, multiple choice, and/or fill in the blank questions).
Who Should Attend?
- Utility and Pipeline Engineers
- Design and Consulting Engineers
- Construction Contractors
- Project Managers
- Academic and Professional Researchers
- Early Career and Pipeline Professionals
How to Earn Your CEUs/PDHs and Receive Your Certificate of Completion
To receive your certificate of completion, you will need to complete a short post-test and receive a passing score of 70% or higher within 1 year of purchasing the course.
How do I convert CEUs to PDHs?
1.0 CEU = 10 PDHs [Example: 0.1 CEU = 1 PDH]