Introduction to Glass Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Concrete Reinforcement + MD-5 Case Study: The First GFRP (Fiberglass Rebar) Bridge Deck in Maryland

Join MDSPE for a 1 hour, 1PDH Credit Webinar – Introduction to Glass Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Concrete Reinforcement + MD-5 Case Study: The First GFRP (Fiberglass Rebar) Bridge Deck in Maryland.

This 1-hour course focuses on giving the attendee a basic understanding of what Glass Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) is and its uses in construction. The attendee will learn why there is benefits for concrete to be reinforced with GFRP and what applications make the most sense for its use. The pros and cons, as well as common misconceptions of the product, will be covered. Additionally, differences in designing concrete structures with FRP based on the ACI 440.11 and AASHTO codes will be covered. The recently completed MD 5 bridge in St. Mary’s County (MDOT SHA) will be discussed as a case study.

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Ship Collision Risks Webinar

Join us on February 12th for an opportunity to hear from Michael Shields,  a Professor of Engineering at Johns Hopkins University specializing in risk assessment.

Hosted by the Maryland Society of Professional Engineers (MDSPE), participants will receive 1 PDH for this event.

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Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge Webinar

Join us on August 28th for an opportunity to hear from the engineering professionals directly involved with the removal of the former Key Bridge structure and from the Maryland Transportation Authority on the path forward for rebuilding the new bridge.

Hosted by the Maryland Society of Professional Engineers (MDSPE), participants will receive 2 PDH’s for this event.

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2023 Maryland Engineering Conference

The Maryland Society of Professional Engineers (MDSPE) is excited to host the 2023 Maryland Engineering Conference. This full-day event, taking place on October 12, 2023 at the Maritime Conference Center, offers up to 8 continuing education credits for professional engineers.

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What a PE Says with their Signature and Stamp: Free Webinar

Join us for a free one-hour webinar, What a PE Says with their Signature and Stamp adapted from NSPE’s resource guide. One PDH credit will be offered for attending this virtual webinar. Our panel will share their insights, experiences and best practices in utilizing this tool ethically and effectively.

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