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GroundWater at Risk of Containing Pathogens (GARP) February 4, 2016; Nanaimo, BC February 16, 2016; Nelson, BC February 18, 2016; Kelowna, BC February 24, 2016; Prince George, BC February 25, 2016; Richmond, BC Under the Drinking Water Protection Regulation, ground water considered to be at risk for containing pathogens must be disinfected. Guidance on how to assess for this risk is provided in the Ministry of Health’s Guidance Document for Determining Ground Water at Risk of Containing Pathogens , Version 2 (GARP assessment document). Treatment expectations are further outlined in the DrinkingWater Treatment Objectives (Microbiological) for GroundWater Supplies in British Columbia, or GWTO. Effective Priority Setting and Time Management for Professionals February 15, 2016; Vancouver, BC Feeling caught between a clock and a hard place? The“time management”challenges of the 21 st -Century workplace differ from those of the industrial age: old solutions no longer work! In this leading edge time management workshop, participants gain a new mindset, skill set and tool set to optimize their personal productivity and learn how to produce greater results in less time. AdvancedWater Modelling and Master Planning February 16, 2016; Vancouver, BC Participants are introduced to advanced topics like extended period simulations, water quality modeling, demand allocation, model calibration, and planning system improvements. To reinforce concepts learned during the course, participants engage in hands-on EPANET tutorials for each section of the training. Navigating Complexity: Going Beyond Systems Thinking February 16, 2016; Vancouver, BC Engineers are accustomed to applying systems thinking to problems. Educated to be competent educationists, they can take apart a broken thing, find the cause, fix it, and then re-assemble it, so that it works once again.They’ve been trained to see a business as process, technology and people components that can be put together like a jigsaw puzzle to create an orderly system. Fundamentals and Applications of Airborne LiDAR and Aerial Photography in Engineering and Geosciences February 17, 2016; Vancouver, BC Participants learn the fundamentals of LiDAR and its processing and applications. New advances in LiDAR technology are discussed. High-resolution LiDAR data provide detail not

Call for Presenters Are you an expert in your field who would like to contribute to the future of engineering and geoscience? APEGBC is actively seeking members to present on a variety of topics. For more information, please visit apeg.bc.ca/Events/Seminar. Understand the five key principles of coaching to engage in more powerful conversations that lead to inspired action.This action-packed learning session includes two live coaching demonstrations. Participants will also be asked to develop their own definition of coaching, and will leave with a new approach to quality conversations. Generation) are the most stressed, often with nowhere to turn. The topics of aging parents, care needs and estate planning are discussed. Industrial Applied Turbulent FlowModeling February 26, 2016; Vancouver, BC, andWebinar Thisworkshop-styleseminaraimstohelpparticipants learn turbulentflowmodeling fundamentalsandgainhands-on experiencewithacomputationalsoftwarepackagethrough solvingpracticalproblemexamples.Engineers involved in designingparts,processes,andcomplexsystemswouldbenefit fromthisseminar.Participantsmaybringtheirownflow problemstoworkonduringthehands-onsectionoftheseminar. Taking the Stage® February 26, 2016; Vancouver, BC Taking the Stage® is a high-impact program that enables women leaders to project a powerful leadership presence that commands recognition and respect.This intensive one-day seminar will show you how to be recognized for your views.You will learn how to develop a clear message, create a persuasive structure, and communicate it in a way that allows you to be heard the first time you speak.You will become aware of your physical presence and what it communicates to others.Through a series of exercises, you will learn to connect with your audience from an authentic place and inspire them to action. Writing Effective Proposals and Reports March 1, 2016; Vancouver, BC This seminar is for engineers and geoscientists who wish to develop the confidence and skills necessary to write effective proposals and reports.Through a series of hands-on workshops, participants learn the key elements of writing and submitting winning proposals and reports, and how to tailor content for both technical and non-technical audiences. In addition, they’ll learn to determine what their clients (internal and external) are looking for and how they evaluate proposals or review reports. Les’ Coaches Corner: 5 Keys for Great Coaching March 2, 2016; Burnaby, BC

achievable by other digital terrain modeling techniques, whether extracted from aerial photography, low-resolution topographic contour maps, or SRTM digital elevation models. Specific characteristics of LiDAR data (e.g., signal penetration of forest canopy, or the achievable density values) are explained. Leadership, Problem Solving and Decision Making February 17 & 18, 2016; Vancouver, BC This course presents an approach to engineering leadership that combines individual strengths with team processes to make timely, high-quality decisions and to develop a project culture that increases the probability of success on a continuous basis. Building Envelope Investigation and Testing Methods February 18, 2016; Vancouver, BC Engineers are often engaged by owners to investigate and test buildings and structures for the purpose of diagnosing problems and recommending repair options. This one-day seminar provides engineers with a good fundamental understanding of the steps required to investigate a structure’s building envelope for various modes of failure, carry out appropriate tests, and prepare reports that summarize their findings. Testing Methods and Effective Management Techniques February 19, 2016; Vancouver, BC Engineers are often engaged by owners to investigate and test buildings and structures for the purpose of diagnosing problems and recommending repair options.This one-day seminar provides engineers with a good fundamental understanding of the steps required to investigate a structure for various modes of failure, carry out appropriate tests, and prepare bid documents to implement the required repairs. Designed for engineers and geoscientists who want to improve their writing skills, this series of hands-on workshops presents the key elements of business and technical communications for the workplace. It covers grammar and related writing principles, and looks at grammar pragmatically to help participants develop their skills to write clearly and succinctly. Work–Life Balance: Make Balance Happen February 26, 2016; Webinar This introductory webinar explores the challenges of work–life conflicts and introduces the full-day workshop. In addition, the webinar touches on a subject not covered in the full day program: Difficult Aging Parents. Professionals with dependent children and dependent parents (the Sandwich Introduction to Business Writing February 23, 2016; Vancouver, BC

For a complete listing of events or for more information, visit apeg.bc.ca/prodev/events or contact APEGBC Professional Development at 604.430.8035 or 1.888.430.8035.

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