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?? Spring into savings with NCSEA! ?? For a limited time, select NCSEA webinars and series are on sale—designed to support structural engineers at every stage of their careers. Don’t miss this chance to sharpen your skills and stay ahead of code changes at a special discounted rate—only through Monday, March 31, 2025! See the sale here: https://lnkd.in/gbNBesMB

Pre-packaged AI solutions don’t always fit the unique needs of structural engineering—so why not learn to customize them? The NCSEA Foundation AI Grant Team has developed a hands-on guide for engineers to train their own AI models, focusing on surface roughness classification using aerial imagery. ?? Why this matters: ?? Learn how to set up a local AI development environment ?? Master transfer learning to fine-tune AI for engineering challenges ?? Unlock new possibilities for BIM data, drawing interpretation, and beyond AI isn’t just the future—it’s already here. Explore what it can do for your work: https://lnkd.in/gUqAHFWK

?? Spring into savings with NCSEA! ?? For a limited time, select NCSEA webinars and series are on sale—designed to support structural engineers at every stage of their careers. Don’t miss this chance to sharpen your skills and stay ahead of code changes at a special discounted rate—only through Monday, March 31, 2025! See the sale here: https://lnkd.in/gbNBesMB

NCSEA’s Guide to the Design of Common Irregularities in Buildings is here—a must-have resource for structural engineers tackling the challenges of irregular structures. This guide is packed with real-world case studies and practical design solutions to enhance safety and resilience. Authored by Badri K. Prasad, S.E., Douglas Thompson, S.E., SECB, and Rafael Sabelli, S.E., it incorporates lessons from past earthquakes and the latest standards from the 2021 IBC & ASCE/SEI 7-22, covering strategies for concrete, steel, and wood structures. Get your copy today! Available as a digital download or pre-order your print edition with digital access in the NCSEA Online Store. Digital download: https://lnkd.in/gYiEeBEZ Digital download + pre-ordered print version: https://lnkd.in/gixRUSp6

Check out the March 2025 issue of ReadWatchListen on The (Continued) Business Case for DEI. DEI has certainly been debated quite a bit in the news lately, becoming rather polarized and politicized. We at SE3 ReadWatchListen believe diversity, equity, and inclusion endeavors are still good for businesses and their people, so we have gathered some recent resources to help provide more knowledge around this important topic. https://lnkd.in/e8Y8ySbU ReadWatchListen is a monthly forum hosted by the NCSEA SE3 Committee to share and promote conversations on diversity, equity, and inclusion within the structural engineering profession. #se3 #ncsea #weSEEaboveandbeyond #engagement #structuralengineers #structuralengineering #constructionindustry #education #diversity #equity #inclusion #belonging #dei #deiisgoodforbusiness

Structural materials continue to evolve as new technologies, sustainability goals, and project demands shape the industry. From advancements in steel and concrete to the rising popularity of mass timber and innovative composites, engineers have more choices than ever.

With labor shortages and rising costs challenging the industry, Automated Architecture (AUAR) is introducing robotic micro-factories to revolutionize homebuilding. These shipping container-sized units assemble wood-frame panels for floors, walls, and roofs, creating sustainable, cost-effective housing up to six stories high. By automating key construction processes, AUAR aims to boost efficiency, reduce waste, and make high-quality homes more accessible. Could this be the breakthrough the industry needs? Read more: https://lnkd.in/gpk8PRjx

??? TOMORROW: Upcoming Webinar: Unlock the Power of AI/ML in Structural Engineering – A Hands-on Tutorial Join a structural engineer and a software engineer as they break down AI/ML for real-world structural engineering applications. Whether you're new to AI or looking to refine your technical skills, this hands-on session will cover everything from setting up AI models to training machine learning systems for engineering tasks. No prior coding experience required—just curiosity! ?? Date: March 20, 2025 (Thursday) ?? Time: 12:00 PM America/Chicago ? Duration: 1.0 Hour ?? CE Credits: 1.0 ?? Register now: https://lnkd.in/geX2gyRj

AI has the power to revolutionize structural engineering—but where do you start? The NCSEA Foundation AI Grant Team has created a step-by-step guide to help engineers train an AI model for real-world applications. This hands-on tutorial focuses on transfer learning, using Google’s visual transformer model to classify surface roughness from aerial images. No advanced coding required—just practical skills you can apply today. If you’ve ever wondered how AI can enhance design, automate analysis, or improve project workflows, this guide is the perfect introduction. ?? Explore it now and take the first step into AI-powered engineering: https://lnkd.in/gUqAHFWK

??? Upcoming Webinar: An Overview of Mass Timber Connection Design Basics Mass timber is transforming modern construction, allowing for taller and more sustainable buildings. This webinar will cover essential connection design principles, including structural provisions, fire resistance, and pre-engineered solutions to ensure safety and performance. ?? Date: April 3, 2025 (Thursday) ?? Time: 12:00 PM America/Chicago ? Duration: 1.0 Hour ?? CE Credits: 1.0 (Diamond Review approved in all 50 states) ?? Register now: https://lnkd.in/gx4BKxZ7