SEAoT Houston / Gulf Coast Chapter

?? SEAoT Houston February Meeting – Day at the Dome (1.0 PDH) ?? ?? Date: Wednesday, February 5, 2025 ? Time: 12:00 PM CST ?? Virtual – Join via GoToMeeting The Structural Engineers Association of Texas (SEAoT) is gearing up for an exciting Day at the Dome at the Texas State Capitol! Our upcoming February meeting will highlight the importance of educating legislators about structural engineering and advocating for policies that impact our profession. ?? Why Attend? ? Learn about SEAoT’s lobbying efforts and how policy decisions affect structural engineers. ? Gain insights into the legislative landscape and how to engage with policymakers. ? Hear from experienced professionals leading the charge in advocacy. ?? Speakers: ?? Lance Tyson, PE – Senior Civil/Structural Engineer, KP Engineering LP ?? Bill Stevens – Principal Engineer & Legislative Consultant ?? Ashish Patel, PE – Team Leader, LAN, Inc. This is an incredible opportunity to get involved, stay informed, and make an impact on the future of structural engineering in Texas. Don’t miss it! ?? Join the meeting HERE : https://lnkd.in/gFUJWXG8 #SEAoT #StructuralEngineering #DayAtTheDome #TexasCapitol #EngineeringAdvocacy #ProfessionalDevelopment

?? SEAoT Houston February Meeting – Day at the Dome (1.0 PDH) ?? ?? Date: Wednesday, February 5, 2025 ? Time: 12:00 PM CST ?? Virtual – Join via GoToMeeting The Structural Engineers Association of Texas (SEAoT) is gearing up for an exciting Day at the Dome at the Texas State Capitol! Our upcoming February meeting will highlight the importance of educating legislators about structural engineering and advocating for policies that impact our profession. ?? Why Attend? ? Learn about SEAoT’s lobbying efforts and how policy decisions affect structural engineers. ? Gain insights into the legislative landscape and how to engage with policymakers. ? Hear from experienced professionals leading the charge in advocacy. ?? Speakers: ?? Lance Tyson, PE – Senior Civil/Structural Engineer, KP Engineering LP ?? Bill Stevens – Principal Engineer & Legislative Consultant ?? Ashish Patel, PE – Team Leader, LAN, Inc. This is an incredible opportunity to get involved, stay informed, and make an impact on the future of structural engineering in Texas. Don’t miss it! ?? Join the meeting HERE : https://lnkd.in/gFUJWXG8 #SEAoT #StructuralEngineering #DayAtTheDome #TexasCapitol #EngineeringAdvocacy #ProfessionalDevelopment

Join us for the SEAoT Houston/Gulf Coast Chapter’s first monthly meeting of 2025 on January 16th! This exciting event will feature a presentation titled “Assessing Fire Damage to Structural Components (1.0 PDH)” by renowned forensics experts Eric Homburg, ME, PE, SE, and Justin Hodges, ME, PE, SE. Both Eric and Justin bring a wealth of knowledge and experience in structural engineering, making this a must-attend session for professionals in the field. Register at: https://lnkd.in/gWgmJmVZ In addition, we are thrilled to announce that SEAoT Houston will be awarding a scholarship to Deepank Singh, a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Houston. Deepank has demonstrated outstanding performance and achievements in structural engineering at the student level. Congratulations, Deepank! Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, network, and celebrate excellence in our field. #Forensics #StructuralEngineering #Scholarship #January2025SEAoTMeeting #FireDamageAssessment We look forward to seeing you there!

??? Celebrate the Holidays and Give Back with ACI Houston Chapter & SEAoT Houston! ???? Join us for a festive evening that’s all about community, connection, and spreading holiday cheer! The ACI Houston Chapter and the Structural Engineers Association of Texas (SEAoT) Houston Chapter are hosting a Holiday Event benefitting Toys for Tots, and we’d love for you to be a part of it. ?? Date: Thursday, December 5, 2024 ? Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM ?? Location: Karbach Brewing Co., 2032 Karbach St., Houston, TX ?? How You Can Help: Bring a new, unwrapped toy (preferably $10+) to gain free entry with RSVP. No toy? No problem! Dinner is $40, and all proceeds go to Toys for Tots. Sponsorship opportunities available—Santa’s Helpers, Reindeer, and Workshop! ?? Fun Fact: Books are also welcomed! Children receive 2 toys each, and 3 books count as ONE gift. Let’s make this season brighter for children in need while enjoying great company and holiday vibes. ??? Register now at the link below ! ? Bring your generosity, and let’s make a difference! #ToysForTots #HolidayGiving #CommunitySupport #HoustonEvents #EngineeringCommunity

?? Join Us for an Educational Lunch & Learn! ????? ??? Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024 ? Time: 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM CST ?? Location: Maggiano's Little Italy, Memorial City Mall, Houston, TX We're excited to invite you to an engaging event featuring two insightful presentations, offering 2.0 PDH credits.?? 1?? Topic: Joint Sealant Basics (1.0 PDH) ?? Presenter: Andrew (Drew) Parrish, Concrete Restoration Specialist ?? Overview: Learn about joint sealants, including safe joint design, installation tips, common failures, and their role in sustainable, healthy building construction. ???? 2?? Topic: Ethics and SEAoT Lobbying Efforts (1.0 PDH) ?? Presenter: Bill Stevens, Texas Representative, Interstate Oil and Gas Compact Commission ?? Overview: Bill will discuss the role of ethics in lobbying and SEAoT's upcoming “Day at the Dome” to advance structural engineering interests in Texas. ????? ?? Register Today! Secure your spot in advance—registration closes 24 hours before the event. Walk-ins welcome if space is available! ?? Click on the link to register and pay. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow your skills with industry leaders! ?? #EngineeringEvent #PDH #StructuralEngineering #HoustonNetworking #ProfessionalDevelopment #SEAoT

?? Upcoming Event for Structural & Oil & Gas Professionals! ?? Join us on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at Maggiano’s Little Italy in Memorial City Mall, Houston for an insightful presentation by Sathish Kumar Ramamoorthy, Ph.D., P.E.. ?? Topic: Advanced Finite Element Analysis Tools for Design of Components in Upstream Oil & Gas Industry (1.0 PDH) ?? Schedule: 11:30 am Social 11:45 am Lunch 12:00 pm Program ?? Location: Maggiano's Little Italy, Memorial City Mall, 602 Memorial City Mall, Houston, TX 77024 Dr. Ramamoorthy, a Principal at Stress Engineering Services, Inc., will present case studies on impact loading from dropped objects on subsea pipelines and fatigue analysis of threaded connectors. If you’re interested in cutting-edge engineering tools, this is a must-attend! Don’t miss out! Register now before the deadline. ?? Registration: https://lnkd.in/g4sqG3mn Be sure to register early to secure your spot. Walk-ins are accepted based on availability. Looking forward to seeing you there! #engineering #structuralengineering #oilgasindustry #finiteelementanalysis #professionaldevelopment #networking #houston

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?? SEAoT Houston Chapter Happy Hour Alert! ?? Register Here : https://lnkd.in/gPnWcV9q Join us for an evening of networking, drinks, and fun at the SEAoT Houston Happy Hour! ?? ?? Date: September 26, 2024 ? Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM ?? Location: Kirby Ice House, 1015 Gessner Rd, Houston, TX 77055 Meet fellow structural engineers, share insights, and unwind. Open to SEAoT members and anyone interested in the structural engineering community. ?? Bring colleagues and friends! Looking forward to seeing you there! #SEAoTHouston #HappyHour #Networking #StructuralEngineering #HoustonEvents

?? SEAoT Houston September Meeting ?? Join us for our upcoming monthly meeting, where we’ll dive into the new provisions for post-installed anchors in cracked and uncracked masonry with an expert from Simpson Strong-Tie! ???? ?? Date: Thursday, September 19, 2024 ?? Time: 11:30 AM - Social 11:45 AM - Lunch 12:00 PM - Program ?? Location: Maggiano's Little Italy 602 Memorial City Mall, Houston, TX 77024 ?? Tel: 713-461-0692 ?? Pricing: ? Members: $40 ? Non-Members: $50 ? Students: $5 Topic: New Provisions for Qualification and Design of Post-Installed Anchors (Adhesive and Mechanical) into Cracked and Uncracked Masonry (1.0 PDH) Presenter: F. Keith Bohren, P.E., Senior Field Engineer at Simpson Strong-Tie ?? Click here to register : https://lnkd.in/gfghtWvB ?? Click here to make payment : https://lnkd.in/gZPXg9Fx Don’t miss this chance to earn 1.0 PDH and stay up to date with the latest in structural engineering practices! Registration closes 24 hours before the event. Walk-ins welcome if seats are available. #SEAoTHouston #StructuralEngineering #ContinuingEducation #NetworkingEvent #HoustonEvents #PostInstalledAnchors #ProfessionalDevelopment

?? SEAoT Houston Chapter Happy Hour Alert! ?? Join us for a fun evening of networking, drinks, and great company at the SEAoT Houston Happy Hour! ?? ?? Date: September 26, 2024 ?? Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM ?? Location: Kirby Ice House, 1015 Gessner Rd, Houston, TX 77055 This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow structural engineers, share insights, and unwind in a relaxed setting. Whether you're an SEAoT member or just interested in the structural engineering community, everyone is welcome! ?? Bring your colleagues or friends in the industry! Looking forward to seeing you there! #SEAoTHouston #HappyHour #StructuralEngineering #NetworkingEvent #HoustonEvents #KirbyIceHouse #EngineeringCommunity