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APEGBC Continuing Professional Development Personal Investment. Professional Commitment.

Conquer Conflict – Step into Your Power and Resolve with Respect July 16, 2014 – Burnaby, BC This session will benefit anyone interested in developing communication skills to assist in resolving workplace conflict.The session is also designed to support leaders who deal with conflict among teammembers, and who are interested in being able to deliver respectful feedback and conduct effective performance evaluations. Stormwater Modelling – A Hands-on Demonstration September 10, 2014 – Vancouver, BC This seminar will be a hands-on demonstration of the US-EPA SWMM 5 computer model and its application in an urban setting.This seminar will provide a demonstration of a project from initial set-up through detailed design of the drainage system. Hydraulic Modelling of Sanitary Sewer Collection Systems September 18, 2014 – Richmond, BC The seminar begins with the basics of hydraulic theory as it applies to sewer collection modelling, and then takes participants through the sanitary sewer data model. Both steady-state and extended-period simulations will be presented in this seminar. Sewer load allocation and model calibration will be discussed. Introduction – A Team Approach to Project Management September 23, 2014 – Prince George, BC November 18, 2014 – Victoria, BC Successful projects result from good time- and cost- management and effective motivated teams. Both are achieved by using a team approach to planning and managing projects.This one-day introductory workshop provides hands-on experience with some key processes that can be immediately transferable to engineering projects at work. 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. APEGBC Online Learning Centre The Online Learning Centre features audio recordings of previously held APEGBC seminars, synchronized with PowerPoint. New sessions will be added throughout the year. Visit apeg.bc.ca/Professional-Development/ Offerings/Online-and-Distance-Education for a complete listing of sessions available.

PS3260 Liability for Contaminated Sites June 25, 2014 – Vancouver, BC

Why Projects Fail June 11, 2014 – Vancouver, BC

For all public sector reporting entities in BC and across Canada, there are new requirements from the Public Sector Accounting Board for contaminated sites that need to be in place for financial reporting for any year-end after April 1, 2014.This course will help you understand the basics behind the new PS3260 Standard; determine whether or not sites in your area fall under the definition and scope of the contaminated site accounting standard; and learn how public sector entities need to adjust their reporting. Make Balance Happen – A Guide to Managing Work-life Conflicts June 26, 2014 – Vancouver, BC We start out by learning about the five conflict manage- ment styles. By embracing conflict as a part of life, you can make the most of each situation and use it as a learning opportunity or a leadership opportunity. You can also use it as a chance to transform the situation into something better. Embracing Cultural Relationships in the Workplace July 8, 2014 – Burnaby, BC This seminar is for everyone who works in a culturally diverse environment and wants to be more effective in cross-cultural leadership, teamwork and collegial relationships. Introduction to Stormwater Management July 9, 2014 – Vancouver, BC This course will provide the participant with a basic knowl- edge and understanding of stormwater management and infrastructure design.The course will cover hydrologic and hydrologic analyses as applied in an urban setting. Hydraulic Modelling of Water Distribution Systems July 10, 2014 – Richmond, BC The water distribution modelling training begins with the basics of hydraulic theory as it applies to water distribution modelling, then takes participants through more advanced topics such as working with multiple scenarios, model calibration, pump selection, energy cost studies, extended period simulation, fire flow analysis and water quality. Power System Stability and Control July 15-18, 2014 – Vancouver, BC This course will provide a comprehensive overview of power system stability and control problems.This includes basic concepts, physical aspects of the phenomena, meth- ods of analysis, examples of incidents of system instability, challenges to the secure operation of present-day power systems and comprehensive approach to enhancing system security.

Focusing on the central role of decision-making in the proj- ect environment, this workshop challenges participants to see projects from a new perspective.The resulting model will give you a deeper understanding of what it takes to make a project a success and arm you with the insight to spot troubles on the horizon and respond accordingly. Fundamentals of Bulk Materials Handling June 12 & 13, 2014 – Vancouver, BC This course is an overview of the equipment and methods used in bulk materials handling from the pit to the port. The course is designed to give an introduction to the practical engineering aspects of bulk materials handling design and an awareness of the many types of equipment and their application.The course provides some practical design considerations for engineers and designers, and leads to better outcomes for the industry. Evaluation and Management of Pavement Infrastructure June 16-18, 2014 – Richmond, BC This course discusses pavement design, specification, subgrade preparation, base/subbase and surface types and function, construction details and long-term functional and structural performance considerations to ensure a long-life and effective product. It provides details on maintenance and rehabilitation procedures, how to evalu- ate both old and new and innovative pavement treatments using life-cycle cost analysis. Advanced Large-scale Geothermal Heating/ Cooling Systems: Resource, Technology and Economy June 17, 2014 – Vancouver, BC This seminar will train participants on important technological, resource and economical issues related to large-scale geothermal systems and show how these issues can be adequately addressed by combining different applications and technologies to maximize the systems’ economical and environmental values. TheArtofGivingandReceivingConstructiveCriticism June 17, 2014 – Vancouver, BC Skillful criticism, given with care and received with the intention of learning, can provide us with the informa- tion we need to improve our ability to be effective in our professional roles.

Defining Project Scope June 18, 2014 – Vancouver, BC

Tracing the scope definition process from project initiation through to detail planning, this workshop will explore the dimensions of project scope and teach you the critical questions you need to ask in order to define a solid base.

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

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