Innovation - Spring 2024

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UPCOMING COURSES egbc.ca/Events

Helium and Lithium Exploration in Western Canada May 15, 2024 | Eligible for 2 CE Hours Helium and lithium are two critical materials needed to develop low-emissions energy technology and other high-tech applications. Markets are exploding as traditional supplies of both elements fail to meet the ever growing demand. This session explains how professional engineers and geoscientists are applying their skills in these marketplaces. Accessibility Awareness: Workplaces that Work for All May 22, 2024 | Eligible for 1 CE Hour With one in five Canadians living with a disability, making our workplaces and workplace practices accessible is a key component of an inclusive organization. This webinar explores what it means to have a disability, examples of discrimination, and practical steps organizations are taking to be more accessible. Pride at Work: Understanding & Supporting Gender + Sexual Diversity June 5, 2024 | Eligible for 1 CE Hour This session will unpack the 2SLGBTQIA+ acronym to introduce key terms and concepts and provide insights into the unique and often invisible challenges faced by 2SLGBTQIA + people in society and at work. The session concludes with how to respectfully interact with 2SLGBTQIA + people, including ways to avoid assumptions. Interactive Project Planning and Management June 10-11, 2024, in-person Eligible for 14 CE Hours The workshop is intended for managers, supervisors, specialists, and staff who are involved in, or expect to be involved in, projects of any size or type, either as a leader or as a team member.

combines personal strengths with team processes to make timely, effective leadership decisions. The result is an organizational culture with the ability to develop teams and individuals that are motivated to continuously improve their innovative decision-making and problem-solving skills. Diverse Identities at Work: Fostering a Culture of Inclusion and Authenticity April 17, 2024 | Eligible for 1 CE Hour Covering one’s identity in the workplace remains a widespread practice and is most prevalent among individuals with multiple marginalized identities. Explore effective steps to disrupt this cover culture and actively promote a workplace environment that not only acknowledges but celebrates diverse identities. Ethics in Practice: Reviewing the Work of Another Professional April 25, 2024 | Eligible for 1 CE Hour In engineering and geoscience work, technical reviews (peer reviews, and independent reviews) are an important part of professional practice; however, confusion exists around the expectations and obligations of conduct related to these technical reviews. In this webinar, we will discuss professional and ethical conduct, peer reviews, independent reviews, expert opinions, and documented checks. Leading and Managing Organizational Change May 6, 2024 | Eligible for 6.5 CE Hours This session is designed for professionals who want to better understand how to adapt to changes and how to lead others more effectively. You’ll understand the impacts change has on employees, and how you can increase your organization’s readiness levels.

21st Century Energy Transition: The Global Challenge of Our Time March 21, 2024 | Eligible for 2 CE Hours This webinar examines the complexity of energy issues confronting humanity today to gain insights on how best to deal with the global challenges of energy transition. Application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Mine Wastewater Treatment March 21, 2024 | Eligible for 2.5 CE Hours This course delves into the realm of mine wastewater treatment and explores the array of existing technologies designed to tackle the challenges posed by the industry. Hydrotechnical Design of Hydropower Facilities April 3-5, 2024 | Eligible for 21 CE Hours This course covers the fundamentals of hydrotechnical design of hydropower facilities, including recognizing aspects of hydropower facilities and characterizing hydrotechnical features. How to Create a High-Quality CE Plan April 11, 2024 | Eligible for .75 CE Hours In this webinar, we will briefly review the CE Plan requirement and provide guidance of how registrants can create higher-quality CE Plans. Two-Dimensional Modeling Using HEC-RAS April 16-18, 2024 | Eligible for 24 CE hours This intensive, workshop-oriented seminar will prepare engineers and water resource professionals to use the HEC-RAS computer program for modeling two-dimensional unsteady flow applications. Leadership: The Art of Influencing April 17-18, 2024, in-person Eligible for 14 CE Hours This course presents an approach that

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CALL FOR PRESENTERS Are you an expert in your field who would like to contribute to engineering and geoscience practice? Engineers and Geoscientists BC is actively seeking members to present on a variety of topics. For more information, please visit egbc.ca/Practice-Resources/Professional-Development.

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