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INSTRUCTORS:
Derek Gallagher, P.E.
Henk Voogt, Aff.M.ASCE
Eric Samson
Kirk Riden
Purpose and Background
These presentations were recorded at the ASCE Ports Conference 2025
Service Life Estimation for Waterfront Repairs and Rehabilitation (19 minutes)
This presentation focuses on methodologies for estimating the remaining service life of marine and waterfront infrastructure undergoing repair or rehabilitation. It explores deterioration mechanisms, environmental exposures, and material performance over time. Case examples demonstrate how predictive models can inform planning and prioritization of repairs. Attendees will learn practical strategies for extending asset life through data-driven decision-making.
Optimize the data collection for the service-life prediction of concrete port infrastructure (20 minutes)
Accurate service-life prediction depends on the quality and scope of collected field data. This session outlines strategies for optimizing inspection and monitoring programs specific to concrete port structures. Topics include data type selection, sampling frequency, and integration with predictive modeling tools. Engineers will gain insights into improving the reliability of long-term maintenance planning.
Evaluating Deteriorated Timber Marine Structures (23 minutes)
This presentation covers engineering approaches for evaluating marine structures nearing the end of their functional lifespan. It highlights key indicators of structural deterioration and the use of condition ratings and risk assessments to guide rehabilitation or replacement decisions. Real-world examples illustrate common deterioration patterns and constraints. Attendees will learn how to make informed, safety-focused decisions for aging infrastructure.
Waterfront Facilities Inspection and Assessment–Manual of Practice No. 130: Major Changes & Updates (15 minutes)
Get up to date on the significant revisions in ASCE/COPRI’s Manual of Practice No. 130, a foundational document for inspecting and assessing waterfront facilities. This session reviews new inspection guidelines, updated terminology, and enhanced approaches to condition rating and documentation. It emphasizes consistency, safety, and adaptability across facility types. Engineers and asset managers will come away with tools to standardize their inspection programs.
Benefits and Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Describe the key factors influencing service life estimation in the repair and rehabilitation of marine structures.
- Identify effective strategies for optimizing inspection and testing data to improve service-life predictions of concrete port assets.
- Explain how engineers prioritize rehabilitation versus replacement based on condition data and risk assessment.
- Describe the major updates introduced in the revised ASCE/COPRI Manual of Practice No. 130.
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?
- Port engineers
- Port authority staff
- Project managers
- General contractors
- Early career 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]