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SUMMARY:AWEC Symposium 2026
DESCRIPTION:Following on from our inaugural Advancing Women in Engineering & Construction (AWEC) Symposium in 2022\, and the release of the resultant White Paper\, we are excited to reconvene for our second AWEC Symposium on the 2nd of July\, 2026.  The AWEC initiative is at its core committed to supporting equity for women in their professional careers and is primarily aimed at supporting the development and retention of women in the engineering sector and associated parts of the building & construction industry. \nSponsored Tickets: \nNZSEE and SESOC have committed to sponsoring up to 10 tickets for members to attend this important event. In addition to the ticket\, there is also a grant available that can be used to support travel\, accommodation\, and childcare up to a total of $500 (including GST) per attendee. Preference will be given to those who have completed their education and are NZSEE and/or SESOC members from outside of Tāmaki Makaurau – Auckland. \nTo apply\, complete the form:  HERE \nJoin the Collective! \nThe AWEC webpage has more information on the event\, and a link to purchase tickets: \nhttps://diversityagenda.org/awec/ \n \n\n\nJoin us to set the direction – not carry the load!\n\n\n\n\nThe 2026 symposium’s tagline of ‘A Collective Voice for Change: Beyond the Barriers’\, takes our foundational motivation of centring the experiences and voices of women\, and aims to build on this by highlighting current barriers to achieving representation and a more inclusive and diverse profession\, whilst also identifying tangible actions that could sustainably overcome these restrictions. Our objective here is for women to guide the way forward\, but not be responsible for leading the change.
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/awec-symposium-2026
LOCATION:Faculty of Engineering and Design\, University of Auckland\, 20 Symonds Street\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Christchurch,Dunedin,Emerging Structural Engineer,Hamilton,Mentoring,Napier,Nelson,New Plymouth,Queenstown,Tauranga,Wellington,Whangarei,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260319T124500
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260319T170000
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SUMMARY:Steel Portal Frame Design - Auckland
DESCRIPTION:Steel Portal Frame Design\nAuckland\n19 March 2026\nEllerslie Event Centre\n100 Ascot Avenue\, Ellerslie\,\nAuckland \nSESOC\, in collaboration with HERA\, is presenting a seminar on Steel Portal Frame Design. Join Dr Kaveh Andisheh and Dr Mayank Shrivastava as they present an in-depth coverage of the major issues surrounding the analysis and design of portal frames. The seminar aims to provide practical insights into the design of steel portal frame buildings\, focusing on structural behaviour\, loadings and connection detailing. \nSeminar Coverage and objectives \n\nDesign principles and structural behaviour of portal frame buildings\nLoading\, load paths\, and stability considerations\nConnection details\nBest practice for safe\, efficient\, and cost-effective design\nCase studies highlighting practical applications\n\nThis seminar is going to Wellington\, Queenstown\, Christchurch\, Napier\, Hamilton\, Auckland and Whangarei \nInvestment details\nSESOC & HERA Member Registration- $400 + GST\nNon-member Registration – $500 + GST \nRegister Now \nSingle Registration  \nGroup Registration (group discount available through this link)  \nFor more details\, check out this SESOC_Stee Portal Frame_e brochure \nFor 2026 seminars\, SESOC is offering a group discount that applies to both SESOC members and Non-members on a single-transaction basis. \n10% off the original price for the 2nd attendee\n15% off the original price for the 3rd attendee\n20% off the original price for the 4th attendee and onwards.
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/spfd_akld
LOCATION:Ellerslie Event Centre\, 100 Ascot Avenue\, Ellerslie\,\, Auckland\, 1050\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250327T124500
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SUMMARY:SESOC Seminar Auckland: Cold-Formed Steel Design
DESCRIPTION:SESOC Seminar: Cold-Formed Steel Design\nAuckland\nMarch 27\, 2025 (Thursday)\nEllerslie Event Centre\,\n100 Ascot Avenue\, Ellerslie Auckland \nRegistration 12:45 pm\nThe seminar starts at 1:00 pm\nThe Seminar finishes at 5:00 pm \nJoin us this coming March for the seminar on Cold-Formed Steel Design. Prof James Lim of the University of Waikato and Dr Pouya Pouladi of Mott MacDonald will present a comprehensive theoretical background on designing cold-formed steel members using both the effective width method and the direct strength method\, as per AS/NZS 4600\, and explore the practical applications of cold-formed Steel. \nCold-formed steel represents one of the most innovative advancements in steel construction and is widely used in portal frames\, residential housing\, and medium-rise buildings. \nThis seminar will also cover connection designs and their concepts\, especially in portal frame and building designs\, providing valuable insights for practising engineers. \nThis seminar is going to Christchurch\, Hamilton\, Auckland\, Wellington and Whangarei \nRegister Now\nGroup Registration \nRegistration fees:\nSESOC – $400 + GST per person\nNon-members – $480 + GST per person \nCheck out the e-brochure for more details \nFor any inquiries\, please contact Cheryll at info@cwevents.co.nz \nWe look forward to seeing you at the seminar!
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/ss_akl_mar25
LOCATION:Ellerslie Event Centre\, 100 Ascot Avenue\, Ellerslie\,\, Auckland\, 1050\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240731T124500
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240731T170000
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SUMMARY:SESOC Seminar Auckland - Detailed Engineered Timber Design
DESCRIPTION:SESOC Seminar – Detailed Engineered Timber Design:\n1. Durability and Moisture Management\n2. Realising Design Impacts on Build Costs\n \nJuly 31\, 2024 (Wednesday)\nAuckland\nEllerslie Event Centre\,\n100 Ascot Avenue\, Ellerslie Auckland \nRegistration 12:45 pm\nThe seminar starts at 1:00 pm\nThe Seminar finishes at 5:00 pm \nJoin Bjørn Stankowitz and Andy van Houtte when they present Detailed Engineered Timber Design – focusing on two topics: \n\nDurability & moisture management\nRealising design impact on building costs\n\nThe two topics in this seminar can influence the viability of a timber project and be vital for the immediate and long-term success of a timber building. This will be a great discussion as these topics are often considered after structural design of a building rather than in conjunction with the design process. \nIn February\, Bjørn did an introductory presentation on moisture management which you can watch here. Bjørn will provide a thorough discussion about durability and moisture management at the seminar in July. \nAlso this seminar\, Andy Van Houtte will cover the following topics below to help answer the question ‘What design decisions impact the cost of timber building the most?’ \n\nDesign conundrums\nTimber building systems cost comparison\nMaterial and fixing capacity cost ratios\nConnections and CNC costs\nLabour/cranage/transport costs\nConstruction costs impacted by design\nSupply chain overview\nCost of moisture ingress during construction\n\nBy incorporating these thorough processes\, designers can not only safeguard structures but also deliver projects that meet developers’ needs for speed and efficiency. \nThis seminar is suitable for engineers at all experience levels. \nCheck out this brochure for more details \nRegister Now!\nSingle Registration\nGroud Registration \nInvestment details\nSESOC & TDS members – $400 + GST\nNon-members – $480 + GST \nFor any inquiries\, please contact Cheryll at info@cwevents.co.nz \n 
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/ss10_akl
LOCATION:Ellerslie Event Centre\, 100 Ascot Avenue\, Ellerslie\,\, Auckland\, 1050\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240523T124500
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240523T170000
DTSTAMP:20240214T212239Z
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SUMMARY:SESOC Seminar Auckland - Seismic design of diaphragms in steel frame structures
DESCRIPTION:SESOC Seminar – Seismic design of diaphragms in steel frame structures \nAuckland\nEllerslie Event Centre\n100 Ascot Avenue\nEllerslie\, Auckland \nRegistration 12:45 pm\nThe seminar starts at 1:00 pm\nThe Seminar finishes at 5:00 pm \nSESOC together with HERA are collaborating to present the Seismic design of diaphragms in steel frame structures this May 2024 in 6 regions. Join our speakers Dr Saeid Alizadeh and Dr Kaveh (Kawa) Andisheh as they discuss how structural diaphragms play a crucial role in providing integrity and stability to various types of buildings and structures. Although the seminar is focused on steel frame structures\, most of the design principles are also applicable to concrete and timber structures. \nCheck out this e-brochure for more details \nRegister Now! \nSingle registration\nGroup registration \nFees:\nSESOC/HERA Members – $400 + GST\nNon-members – $480 + GST
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/ss11_akl
LOCATION:Ellerslie Event Centre\, 100 Ascot Avenue\, Ellerslie\,\, Auckland\, 1050\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231121T123000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231121T173000
DTSTAMP:20230614T231424Z
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SUMMARY:SESOC Seminar Auckland - Steel Structures: Going back to the fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:November 21\, 2023\nAuckland\n \nRegistration 12:30 pm\nSeminar Start 12:45 pm\nSeminar Finish 5:30 pm \nJoin us in November 2023 as SESOC Seminar Series presents a seminar on Steel Structures: Going back to the fundamentals \nStructural steel is one of the most widely used materials in New Zealand for multi-storey buildings for gravity systems and lateral load-resisting systems. Understanding and applying the fundamentals of steel design is very important. \nJoin our speakers Charles Clifton and Kevin Cowie as they cover the fundamentals of designing steel members\, connections and systems. They will end it with a progress report on the current revision of NZS 3404. They will also provide tips for good steel design practice and project delivery from a steel constructor’s perspective. \nThis seminar is for any engineers working for consultants\, clients\, building control authorities and contractors who are involved in the design\, fabrication\, and construction of buildings 2 or more storeys in height. \nFor more information\, check out the brochure. \nRegister Now!\nFor group registration\, please use this link \nSESOC/SCNZ members – $400 + GST per person\nNon-members – $480 + GST per person \nCheck out the brochure here.
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/ss9-akld
LOCATION:Ellerslie Event Centre\, 100 Ascot Avenue\, Ellerslie\,\, Auckland\, 1050\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231017T123000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231017T171500
DTSTAMP:20230614T225325Z
CREATED:20230521T234032Z
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SUMMARY:SESOC Seminar Auckland – Seismic Soil-Structure Interaction: Part 1 - Shallow Foundations
DESCRIPTION:October 17\nAuckland\n \nRegistration at 12:30 pm\nSeminar starts at 12:45 pm\nSeminar ends at 5:15 pm \n  \nJoin us in October 2023 as SESOC and New Zealand Geotechnical Society collaborate in presenting a seminar on Seismic Soil-Structure Interaction: Part 1 – Shallow Foundations \nSoil-foundation-structure interaction (SFSI) is present on all soil sites and can play a significant role in the seismic performance of a building. \nJoin our speakers Stuart Oliver and Maxim Millen as they cover the benefits and drawbacks of nonlinear SFSI mechanisms. The seminar will focus on the inclusion of SFSI within the NZ Seismic Assessment Guidelines procedure. They will also cover the proposed changes for NZS1170.5 for rocking foundations. \nThis seminar is suitable for engineers at all experience levels\, especially Structural engineers designing low\, mid and high-rise buildings and Geotechnical engineers involved in designing shallow foundations. \nRegister Now!\nFor group registration\, please use this link \nRegistration fees:\nSESOC/NZGS members – $400 + GST per person\nNon-members – $480 + GST per person \nFor more details\, check out the brochure \n 
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/sesoc-seminar-auckland-seismic-soil-structure-interaction-shallow-foundations
LOCATION:Ellerslie Event Centre\, 100 Ascot Avenue\, Ellerslie\,\, Auckland\, 1050\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221027T123000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221027T170000
DTSTAMP:20220720T100751Z
CREATED:20220720T100751Z
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SUMMARY:Revised NZ standard for Wind Loading AS/NZS 1170.2:2021 - Auckland
DESCRIPTION:Join our speaker Pierre Verhaeghe as he presents the main changes introduced in the revised version of the wind Standard AS/NZS 1170.2:2021 This seminar will provide fundamentals and background to some of the key clauses in the Standard. Structural engineers who are keen to understand the impact that the revised 2021 Standard may have on the design wind loads or keen to refresh wind loading calculations using the Standard will definitely benefit from this seminar. \nThese seminars will be from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm (registration starts at 12:30 pm).\nA light refreshment for afternoon tea will be served. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/revised-nz-standard-for-wind-loading-as-nzs-1170-22021-auckland
LOCATION:Ellerslie Event Centre\, 100 Ascot Avenue\, Ellerslie\,\, Auckland\, 1050\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221021T123000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221021T180000
DTSTAMP:20220720T103226Z
CREATED:20220720T103226Z
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SUMMARY:10 Tips for Better Designs of Low-Rise Structures (aka Low-Rise Learnings) - Auckland Central
DESCRIPTION:Join our SESOC President Michelle Grand and her co-speaker Gordon Hughes as they present the 10 Tips for Better Designs of Low-Rise Structures (aka Low-Rise Learnings) \nThe seminar will provide ten tips for the better design of low- rise structures\, with a focus on commercial buildings. \nLow- rise structures are one of the most common types of designed buildings in New Zealand.  There have been multiple recent cases of structural designs not meeting requirements. \nThis seminar aims to provide practical tips to structural engineers operating in this space. \nAt the end of the seminar\, there will be a SESOC Presidents reception\, where attendees can join us for drinks and a catch-up. \nThis seminar will be from 1:00pm – 5:00 pm (registration starts at 12:30pm)\nA light refreshment for afternoon tea will be served. Food and drinks will be offered during the President’s reception between 5:00 – 6:00 pm \nThis seminar is being offered at a reduced rate for SESOC members to encourage as many members as possible who work in this space to attend\, particularly emerging engineers\, those operating in smaller practices\, or larger firms able to send more staff.  It is also conducted by the SESOC President in lieu of a president’s roadshow. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/10-tips-for-better-designs-of-low-rise-structures-aka-low-rise-learnings-auckland-central
LOCATION:Ellerslie Event Centre\, 100 Ascot Avenue\, Ellerslie\,\, Auckland\, 1050\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220913T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220913T200000
DTSTAMP:20220905T234723Z
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SUMMARY:Emerging Structural Engineers Network – Lightning Talks in Auckland
DESCRIPTION:Emerging Structural Engineers Network – Lightning Talks \nSESOC ESE are continuing a popular series of events – Lightning Talks. These events are a chance for our emerging engineers to share the projects they are working on\, and open some discussion around challenges and lessons learned. \nTuesday 13 September\nBECA Auditorium\, 21 Pitt Street\, Auckland\n5.30pm networking and drinks for 6pm start\nRegister here \nThis event features five of our emerging structural engineers. Each engineer will have 5-10 minutes to five a brief insight into a project they are working on – whether that be a technical challenge\, design overview\, construction monitoring\, or project management. \nOur presenters for this kick-off event will include:\n\n\n\nMichael Robinson – South Pacific Games Village in PNG\, A Structural Modelling Lesson to Remember \nMichael is a chartered structural engineer and Technical Director at Beca and has over 20 years’ experience of working in Asia Pacific regions. He will be giving a brief overview of the Athletes Village project completed for the South Pacific Games held in Port Moresby\, PNG in 2015. This includes a reminder of a key structural lesson we all need to remember in design.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nWenlong Yuan – Survival in Engineering \nWenlong is a senior structural engineer working at Mott Macdonald. With 6 years of previous experience with large projects on our shores and overseas\, he has been through his fair share of learnings along the way. Wenlong will share some things that he believes are vital in surviving your early years in engineering.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nLibby Porter – The University of Auckland’s Recreation and Wellness Centre \nLibby is a structural engineer with Beca and is based in the Auckland Building Structures team. Libby joined Beca in 2019 as a graduate engineer\, and has been involved in both the design and construction monitoring stages of the redevelopment of the Human Sciences Building\, and also the new Recreation and Wellness Centre at the University of Auckland. She is going to share her experiences working on the Recreation and Wellness Centre\, and some lessons she has learnt along the way.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nHa Phong – First ‘debut’ project: what I wish I knew  \nHa has been working as a structural engineer for the past 3.5 years. In this time\, he has had the opportunity to run some projects in the residential\, commercial and infrastructure space. Ha will share his experiences and some things that he wish he knew when he first ran a project.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nTom Paul – Site Testing of Drill & Epoxy Anchors  \nTom has worked in a variety of different areas since graduating. With Mitchell Vranjes\, he has recently played a roll in overseeing the testing of drill and epoxy anchors. He will share some of the challenges of that he has encountered and some things designers should know about how the anchor work on site.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nAfter the presentations there will be time for questions and discussion\, followed by food and drink. \nThese events will be held regularly throughout the year to give all of our ESE members the chance to share what they are working on. If you are interested in sharing your experience\, please send us an email at: ese-chair@sesoc.org.nz \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/emerging-structural-engineers-network-lightning-talks-in-auckland
LOCATION:Beca office\, 21 Pitt Street\, 21 Pitt Street\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Emerging Structural Engineer
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211028T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211028T190000
DTSTAMP:20211018T203750Z
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SUMMARY:Sustainable Design for Structural Engineers Webinar
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\nSustainable Design for Structural Engineers\nSESOC is excited to host their first webinar on Sustainable Design for Structural Engineers. \nNew Zealand’s net-zero-carbon legislation requires all industries to contribute to the carbon reduction journey and this is no different for the Construction and Structural Design industries.  The Building and Construction sector currently accounts for around 15% of New Zealand’s annual carbon emissions (MBIE\, 2021)\, and around half of this is through the materials used in buildings and infrastructure. \nSESOC is committed to supporting the shift towards net zero carbon construction\, and to that end\, are looking for ways we can support our members to engage\, understand\, and undertake embodied carbon assessments for their projects\, increasing the ‘carbon literacy’ of the industry (and clients) ahead of the expected mandatory reporting requirements from Central Government. \nWhen: Thursday 28th October at 5.30pm\nWhere: Online Via Zoom\nCost: Free | Register here \nTo Kick start our conversations on Sustainable design\, we welcome Will Arnold\, head of Climate Action for the Institution of Structural Engineers in the UK to share the journey that the UK has been on over the past few years. \nFrom within our own SESOC Sustainable Design Task Force\, Jared Keen and Nick Carmen will then share their presentations from the SESOC 2021 Conference focussing on how we as structural engineers can make a positive contribution through our projects. \nQ and A for the speakers will run after the presentations. \n\n\n\n\nWill Arnold\, Head of Climate Action\, the Institution of Structural Engineers \nWill leads the IStructE’s response to the climate emergency\, bringing sustainability action into all aspects of its work. He is responsible for driving change within the profession\, setting the minimum sustainability standards for institution members\, producing sustainability publications and training to support this\, and collaborating across the wider industry as it moves towards zero emissions. Previous to his work with the institution\, Will was a practising structural engineer at Arup for 10 years where he was responsible for key aspects of ambitious architectural projects across the world. \n  \nWill is chair of the Construction Industry Council’s 2050 Group\, and an active member of The Edge thinktank\, the UK Built Environment Advisory Group\, and the Engineering Advisory Group for The Structural Engineer magazine. He also sits on the judging panel for The Structural Awards. In 2021\, Will was presented with the President’s Award by the Institution\, in recognition of his work instigating change in the field of structural sustainability.\n\n\n\nEmbodied Carbon in Structural Design   \nNick Carman – Mott MacDonald NZ \n Based on some recent experiences and projects quantifying embodied carbon for buildings in Aotearoa-New Zealand\, the purpose of this presentation is to discuss the motivation behind studying embodied carbon\, fundamentals of LCA for buildings and typical results from recent studies\, from the viewpoint of an engineer entering into the world of LCA. \nA few key areas of uncertainty are discussed\, such as appropriate steelwork embodied carbon factors (ECFs)\, comparison between as-designed and as-constructed measures\, and whether the use of timber to decarbonise a project is a silver bullet. \n  \nNick Carman is a Technical Director within the Built Environment sector at Mott MacDonald\, with a strong focus on sustainability and  low-carbon design brought about by collaboration.  He has worked on projects throughout Australasia\, the UK\, the Middle-East and Canada\, but his favourite work remains that in his home of New Zealand.\n\n\n\nChallenges and Possible Solutions for Structural Engineers Seeking to Make a Positive Contributions to the Climate Emergency \nJared Keen – BECA \nAs the construction industry\, and the society within which we operate\, seeks mitigations to our present climate emergency\, structural engineers are seeking ways to transform from part of the problem\, to part of the solution.  In this presentation\, Jared examines the barriers that face practicing engineers in the meaningful implementation of low-carbon structures\, and how those barriers might be hurdled\, either by individual design teams\, or by the industry at large. \n  \nJared Keen is a Technical Director at Beca.  As a practicing structural engineer he has delivered major projects throughout New Zealand\, the United Kingdom and Europe.  He is the current IStructE New Zealand branch chair\, and an industry affiliate for QuakeCore.  He has a particular interest in sustainability and low damaged design and has delivered multiple timber projects in New Zealand\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/sustainable-design-for-structural-engineers-webinar
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Christchurch,Dunedin,Emerging Structural Engineer,Hamilton,Nelson,Queenstown,Sustainable Design,Tauranga,Wellington
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210518T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210518T200000
DTSTAMP:20210512T023727Z
CREATED:20210510T085134Z
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UID:3993-1621360800-1621368000@www.sesoc.org.nz
SUMMARY:The Aftermath of Disaster in Christchurch - Auckland Presentation
DESCRIPTION:SESOC is pleased to invite you to attend Helen Trappitt’s presentation\, The Aftermath of Disaster in Christchurch – Repairing\, strengthening and creating new hope. \nTuesday 18th May 6pm: University of Auckland – Faculty of Engineering\, 1.401 \n  \nHelen originally shared this presentation as keynote speaker at the virtual ASEC conference last year\, and to an audience in Christchurch in March this year as part of the Engineering New Zealand Ten Years On Commemorations. \nHer abstract poses the argument that the most sustainable building is one that is able to be restored and repaired following a disaster. After the Canterbury earthquake sequence of 2010-11 many buildings in the Christchurch CBD were demolished\, often unnecessarily. The presentation will focus on the reinstatement of five buildings in Christchurch CBD (complete or ongoing) which cover a broad range of structural forms and construction. Ultimately almost 80% of the built environment in the city centre was lost. But there were many other ways that structural engineers brought life back to the city. Helen will also share her experience in the development of several large scale public artworks\, which helped to draw people back into the city centre once again. \nSESOC member Helen Trappitt is a structural engineer\, director and shareholder at Lewis Bradford Consulting Engineers based in Christchurch. She is on the Industry Advisory Board for the University of Canterbury Civil and Natural Resources Engineering department\, where she graduated with First Class Honours in 2000. Helen is a Director of Christ Church Cathedral Reinstatement Limited\, the joint venture company tasked with reinstating the city’s most significant icon. \nHelen specialises in the seismic strengthening of heritage buildings and has experience in this sector both before and after the Canterbury Earthquake Sequence.  She is also well respected for her expertise in helping to resolve complex residential insurance claims. \nHelen was awarded the Engineering New Zealand Canterbury Branch Award for Excellence in Service to the Community in 2018 for her pro bono work helping Gap Filler\, CoCA\, FESTA and SCAPE Public Art; and for her efforts in promoting engineering as a career at girls’ schools.  In 2019 Lewis Bradford was awarded two inaugural Engineering New Zealand ENVI awards for projects Helen steered. \nLewis Bradford has been responsible for the successful structural repair and strengthening of numerous important buildings in Christchurch. They were internationally recognised in 2019 with the IStructE award for structures in extreme conditions for the design of the new central library Turanga. \nIn a year when we remember the events in Christchurch ten years ago\, Helen’s presentation provides technical information on the strengthening and repair of heritage buildings\, the design of new buildings and large-scale public artworks\, mixed with the reality of experiencing the violence of the earthquakes and the extraordinary circumstances of working as an engineer in a devastated city as it continued to be subject to aftershocks.
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/the-aftermath-of-disaster-in-christchurch-auckland-presentation
LOCATION:1.401 Faulty of Engineering\, University of Auckland\, 20 Symonds Street\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Christchurch,Emerging Structural Engineer,Queenstown,Wellington
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210223T130000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210223T173000
DTSTAMP:20210210T010916Z
CREATED:20210120T221548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T010916Z
UID:3921-1614085200-1614101400@www.sesoc.org.nz
SUMMARY:Design for Durability & Demonstrating Compliance to the Clause B2 Seminar
DESCRIPTION: SESOC Seminar Series \nDesign for Durability & Demonstrating Compliance to the Clause B2 – Durability of the Building Code \n Over the years durability design guidance and standards have been published which assist designers with the material selection and durability design of common construction materials. For timber and concrete\, and more recently structural steel\, the Clause B2 – Durability of the NZ Building Code now covers the majority of materials used in structures in the New Zealand environment. \nHowever\, it appears that there are misunderstandings and confusion on how designers can demonstrate compliance with the Durability clause\, which ranges from the selection of corrosion protection systems to ensuring its application within the built environment. This protection needs to be undertaken to the appropriate level of quality to meet the Building Code durability requirements. \nThis seminar will first highlight the requirements of the Clause B2 – Durability\, followed by an overview of the steel durability technical specification SNZ TS 3404\, durability of some other metals used in structural design\, the durability part of the concrete and masonry standards and durability requirements for the timber standard NZS 3604. This includes a discussion on achieving the required durability during construction\, based on the relevant standards\, including the steel fabrication and erection standard AS/NZS 5131\, the concrete construction standard NZS 3109\, the masonry Standard NZS 4230 and associated timber standards and good practice. \nExamples of acceptable solutions\, as well as case studies of when things go wrong will be given together with remedies and good practice and the seminar will conclude with the current status of the relationship between Producer Statements and the B2 Clause\, what to do in that situation and a possible pathway moving forward. \nSeminar Dates \n Christchurch\, Thursday 18 February 2021 \nAuckland\, Tuesday 23 February 2021 \nWellington\, Thursday 25 February 2021 \n To register or for more information click here to download the seminar brochure or contact us on 09 536 5410 or email us info@bluepacificevents.com
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/design-for-durability-demonstrating-compliance-to-the-clause-b2-seminar-2
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Seminar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20201027T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20201027T173000
DTSTAMP:20201019T050154Z
CREATED:20201019T050154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T050154Z
UID:3762-1603814400-1603819800@www.sesoc.org.nz
SUMMARY:President Road Show 4
DESCRIPTION:This year the annual Sesoc President’s Roadshow will be provided via a series of four webinars at the following times \n\nMonday 19th October\, 12:30 – 2pm\nTuesday 20th October\, 4 – 5:30pm\nThursday 22nd October\, 12:30 – 2pm\nTuesday 27th October\, 4 – 5:30pm\n\n  \nHamish McKenzie\, SESOC President will be providing an update of SESOC initiatives and activity – with an opportunity for online Q&A to Hamish and other members of the SESOC Management Committee as part of the event. The event provides an opportunity to understand the significant range of activity that SESOC are involved with as well as an opportunity to debate some of the topical issues within our profession. \n  \nThe four events will be identical – with the options intended to provide a flexible timeslot that suits all members.  We welcome your attendance to one of these events and ask that you pre-register via the Engineering NZ website: \n  \nhttps://www.engineeringnz.org/courses-events/event/sesoc-presidents-roadshow/
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/president-road-show-4
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Christchurch,Conference,Dunedin,Hamilton,Meeting,Nelson,Seminar,Tauranga,Wellington,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20201020T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20201020T173000
DTSTAMP:20201019T045956Z
CREATED:20201019T045956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T045956Z
UID:3758-1603209600-1603215000@www.sesoc.org.nz
SUMMARY:President Road Show 2
DESCRIPTION:This year the annual Sesoc President’s Roadshow will be provided via a series of four webinars at the following times \n\nMonday 19th October\, 12:30 – 2pm\nTuesday 20th October\, 4 – 5:30pm\nThursday 22nd October\, 12:30 – 2pm\nTuesday 27th October\, 4 – 5:30pm\n\nHamish McKenzie\, SESOC President will be providing an update of SESOC initiatives and activity – with an opportunity for online Q&A to Hamish and other members of the SESOC Management Committee as part of the event. The event provides an opportunity to understand the significant range of activity that SESOC are involved with as well as an opportunity to debate some of the topical issues within our profession. \nThe four events will be identical – with the options intended to provide a flexible timeslot that suits all members.  We welcome your attendance to one of these events and ask that you pre-register via the Engineering NZ website: \nhttps://www.engineeringnz.org/courses-events/event/sesoc-presidents-roadshow/
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/president-road-show-2
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Christchurch,Dunedin,Hamilton,Meeting,Nelson,Seminar,Tauranga,Wellington,Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20201019T123000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20201019T140000
DTSTAMP:20201019T045758Z
CREATED:20201019T045758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T045758Z
UID:3756-1603110600-1603116000@www.sesoc.org.nz
SUMMARY:President Road show
DESCRIPTION:This year the annual Sesoc President’s Roadshow will be provided via a series of four webinars at the following times \n\nMonday 19th October\, 12:30 – 2pm\nTuesday 20th October\, 4 – 5:30pm\nThursday 22nd October\, 12:30 – 2pm\nTuesday 27th October\, 4 – 5:30pm\n\nHamish McKenzie\, SESOC President will be providing an update of SESOC initiatives and activity – with an opportunity for online Q&A to Hamish and other members of the SESOC Management Committee as part of the event. The event provides an opportunity to understand the significant range of activity that SESOC are involved with as well as an opportunity to debate some of the topical issues within our profession. \nThe four events will be identical – with the options intended to provide a flexible timeslot that suits all members.  We welcome your attendance to one of these events and ask that you pre-register via the Engineering NZ website: \nhttps://www.engineeringnz.org/courses-events/event/sesoc-presidents-roadshow/
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/president-road-show
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Christchurch,Dunedin,Emerging Structural Engineer,Hamilton,Meeting,Nelson,Seminar,Tauranga,Wellington
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20191114T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20191114T193000
DTSTAMP:20191111T000603Z
CREATED:20191111T000603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191111T000603Z
UID:3332-1573752600-1573759800@www.sesoc.org.nz
SUMMARY:SESOC Emerging Structural Engineers Presents: The relationship between the Architect and the Engineer
DESCRIPTION:SESOC Emerging Structural Engineers – Auckland presentation\nThe relationship between the Architect and the Engineer\nThursday 14th November\, networking from 5:30pm\, Presentation at 6pm \nBECA Auditorium\, 21 Pitt Street\, Auckland \nRSVP HERE \n  \nThe SESOC Emerging Structural Engineers network is excited to advertise The Integrated Design Series\, a series of presentations from disciplines that structural engineers regularly collaborate with in the design process. The second of these presentations in Auckland will be by Bruce Curtain\, Head of Architecture at WSP on ‘the relationship between the architect and the engineer’. \nIn this presentation Bruce will present a case study – City Hall\, the iconic headquarters for the Mayor of London and Greater London Authority. Designed by Foster + Partners and Arup the combined team utilised leading edge design and construction techniques that integrate architecture\, structure and services to create a truly unique building. Bruce was an architect on this project and will explore his relationship with the structural engineers and wider project team to realise this geometrically complex hall into built form. \nThere will be an opportunity for networking from 5:30pm\, the presentation will start at 6:00pm\, followed by drinks and pizza. \nBruce Curtain: Head of Architecture & Principal Architect at WSP in NZ\n \nBBSc\, BArch (Hons)\, NZIA\, RIBA \nBruce has 27 years’ experience leading a range of complex architectural projects in both NZ and the UK across market sectors of education\, commercial – including London’s iconic ‘City Hall’ building\, and large scale airport redevelopments at Heathrow and Stansted. \nHis recent experience in major structural projects includes the 5 year programme for seismic strengthening of the 28 Storey Majestic Centre tower in Wellington\, and strengthening to a Category 1 heritage building at Wellington East Girls College. \nHe also acts as an advisor to government agencies such as MBIE representing professional and technical societies focusing on topics such as the future of the Building Code\, low-damage/ resilient design guidance development\, non-structural element performance\, passive fire protection and ACP cladding.  He is also the WSP representative on the NZIA major practice group\, and as a committee member of the NZ Society of Earthquake Engineers supporting cross discipline collaboration. \nPlease RSVP with the link below: \nhttps://forms.gle/JKhoAnZ5aeT7Rpdi9
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/sesoc-emerging-structural-engineers-presents-the-relationship-between-the-architect-and-the-engineer
LOCATION:Beca office\, 21 Pitt Street\, 21 Pitt Street\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Emerging Structural Engineer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20191014T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20191014T200000
DTSTAMP:20190829T090245Z
CREATED:20190710T011306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190829T090245Z
UID:3208-1571074200-1571083200@www.sesoc.org.nz
SUMMARY:SESOC Emerging Structural Engineers Auckland
DESCRIPTION:SESOC ESE Presents:\nDuctility demands for concrete members and detailing required to accommodate them\nIn contrast to earlier editions\, New Zealand Standards since the mid-2000s have required ductility demands and consequently required detailing to be checked based on local deformations of individual elements rather than on overall displacements of a complete structure. \nThis presentation will: \n·         Overview why it is important to consider deformation demands at a member\, rather than structure\, level\, \n·         Review the reasons detailing is required in order for reinforced concrete elements to sustain large plastic deformations\, \n·         Explain the basis of the method used by the New Zealand Concrete Structures Standard\, NZS 3101 for quantifying member ductility demands\, and \n·         Demonstrate the application of this method to determine ductility demands for typical elements. \nNicholas Brooke\nPhD\, BE (Hons)\, CPEng\, CMEng \nNic is a consulting engineer and Principal at Compusoft Engineering\, having previously lectured in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering at the University of Auckland. He has a broad experience in analysis\, design and research related to reinforced concrete\, including having had extensive involvement in the assessment of earthquake-damaged structures in Christchurch and Wellington.  \nNic is widely involved in the structural engineering community\, being a member of the SESOC Management Committee\, Vice President of the Concrete New Zealand Learned Society\, a member of a number of ongoing research projects including the ReCast Floors collaboration\, and a frequent presenter of industry seminars. Nicholas was also technical editor and chair of the committee responsible for producing the revision for Part C5 of the assessment guidelines that was released in late 2018.
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/sesoc-emerging-structural-engineers-auckland
LOCATION:1.401 Faulty of Engineering\, University of Auckland\, 20 Symonds Street\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Emerging Structural Engineer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190911T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190911T200000
DTSTAMP:20190902T061349Z
CREATED:20190902T061349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190902T061349Z
UID:3300-1568223000-1568232000@www.sesoc.org.nz
SUMMARY:ESE Auckland - Fire Engineering for Structural Engineers
DESCRIPTION:SESOC Emerging Structural Engineers Network Auckland – \n“Fire Engineering for Structural Engineers” \n  \nWednesday 11th September \nNetworking from 5.30pm \nPresentation Starts at 6pm followed by food and drinks \n  \nUniversity of Auckland\, Faculty of Science Building\, Room 302-G20 \nSESOC Emerging Structural Engineers (ESE) Network are proud to present the first presentation as part of our new initiative; The Integrated Design Series. This will provide a series of presentations from different consultants that structural engineers regularly collaborate with throughout the design process. The first of these presentations in Auckland will be led by Martin Feeney of Holmes Fire on ‘Fire Engineering for Structural Engineers’. Keep an eye out for similar presentations being rolled out throughout New Zealand in the near future. \n  \nIn this presentation Martin will describe the key effects of fire on steel\, concrete and timber structures and how structural engineers can effectively work together with fire engineers to ensure economical solutions. With structural steel and heavy timber becoming more widely used\, it’s increasingly important to understand the impact of fire on structures and how this integrates with structural design to provide effective and coordinated solutions to maintain structural stability during a fire. \n  \nIf you are planning on attending\, please RSVP using the link below: \nRSVP Link \n  \nMartin Feeney BE(Civil)\, MEFireE \nPrincipal\, Holmes Fire \nMartin Feeney practised as a structural engineer with Holmes Consulting Group for more than 20 years. After two years on secondment to HERA\, specialising in analysis and design of steel structures in earthquake and fire he started the Auckland office of the international consulting fire engineering firm Holmes Fire where he is a Principal and Senior Fire Engineer. \nHe is passionate about performance-based design generally and has developed expertise in performance-based fire safety design for a wide range of building types. His special interest is assessing performance of structures when exposed to fire. He has carried out designs on projects in New Zealand\, Australia\, Spain\, California and New York to establish appropriate performance-based solutions for the fire performance of steel structures.
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/ese-auckland-fire-engineering-for-structural-engineers
LOCATION:302-G20\, Faculty of Science\, The University of Auckland\, 23 Symonds Street\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Emerging Structural Engineer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190818T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190820T170000
DTSTAMP:20190321T094736Z
CREATED:20190321T094736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190321T094736Z
UID:3069-1566115200-1566320400@www.sesoc.org.nz
SUMMARY:2019 SESOC Conference
DESCRIPTION:SESOC is excited to be hosting another high-quality conference for structural engineers and those with an interest in the built environment. \nThe theme of this year’s conference is “Challenging the Profession”\, and we have designed a programme to enable you to meet with fellow professionals and to engage in stimulating interactive debate on issues that matter to you. \nThe conference will bring together professionals from a broad range of disciplines\, including architecture\, business\, public policy\, emergency response planning\, regulation\, and the legal profession. \nORGANISING COMMITTEE \nConference Chair \nCarl Ashby \nPhone +64 4 471 7000 \nEmail carl.ashby@wsp-opus.co.nz \n  \nTechnical Programme \nNamir Amso \nPhone +64 9 442 5556 \nEmail namso@xtra.co.nz \n  \nJason Ingham \nPhone +64 9 923 7803 \nEmail j.ingham@auckland.ac.nz \n  \nHamish McKenzie \nPhone +64 4 471 2292 \nEmail HamishM@holmesgroup.com \n  \nJaden Whiunui \nPhone +64 3 548 8259 \nEmail Jaden@cgwl.co.nz \n  \nConference Coordinator & Logistics \nAllan Bluett of Blue Pacific Event Management Ltd \nPhone 09 536 5410 \nEmail allan@bluepacificevents.com
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/2019-sesoc-conference
LOCATION:SkyCity Convention Centre\, 88 Federal Street\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190502T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190502T193000
DTSTAMP:20190410T104327Z
CREATED:20190410T104327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190410T104327Z
UID:3092-1556818200-1556825400@www.sesoc.org.nz
SUMMARY:Rail Tunnel Refurbishment Following the November 2016 Kaikoura Earthquake
DESCRIPTION:New Zealand Tunnelling Society (NZTS) are hosting the above presentation that may be of interest to you. \nPresented by Rafael Sierra Ballen\, KiwiRail. \nThursday\, 2 May 2019\nThe University of Auckland Engineering Campus\, Lecture Threatre 401.139 \nFrom a standing start\, following the largest ever recorded earthquake in New Zealand\, a highly committed collaborative team\, assessed the damage across twenty tunnels\, designed the repairs in view of future resilience\, and built a construction capability that delivered the works safely and on budget. Works trains were running again within 7 months\, and commercial services within 10 months. In doing so\, we reconnected communities at the top of New Zealand’s South Island. \nRafa will describe the logistical and technical challenges of refurbishing the rail tunnels in the context of the natural terrain hazards and landslides informed by his experiences of driving the quality and safety outcomes achieved. \nRafael Sierra Ballen has worked as a construction manager for over thirty years in South America\, the Middle East\, Asia\, Australia and New Zealand for major civil engineering projects as a tunnel design manager and a tunnel construction manager. \nThere will be an opportunity for refreshments and networking from 5.30pm\, with the presentation starting at 6pm. The event is free and will contribute to 1.5 hours of CPD. Registration is not required. \nPlease send any enquiries to Ross Roberts at ross.roberts@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/rail-tunnel-refurbishment-following-the-november-2016-kaikoura-earthquake
LOCATION:Eng Lect Theatre 401-439\, The University of Auckland\, Syomnds Street\, Auckland\, 20 Symonds Street\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Seminar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190429T123000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190429T170000
DTSTAMP:20190410T111006Z
CREATED:20190410T111006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190410T111006Z
UID:3113-1556541000-1556557200@www.sesoc.org.nz
SUMMARY:Simplified Lateral Mechanism Analysis (SLaMA) - North Harbour
DESCRIPTION:This seminar provides guidance on the simplified lateral mechanism analysis (SLaMA) of existing buildings. The seminar aims to clarify the conceptual basis of how the approach can be used to assist in establishing the %NBS of a building. Two worked examples will be reviewed during the seminar\, making reference to relevant parts of the NZSEE detailed seismic assessment guidelines and a newly released set of guidelines for SLaMA. It is intended that practitioners inexperienced with the subject of seismic assessment will leave the seminar equipped with a better understanding of the SLaMA approach and valuable notes for later reference. \nDownload Registration form here\nSpeaker Profile\nTim Sullivan \nTim Sullivan is an Associate Professor at the University of Canterbury\, New Zealand. Prior to that he was based in Italy where he was head of the Design Methods Section of the European Centre for Training and Research in Earthquake Engineering\, and Assistant Professor at the University of Pavia. Tim’s research interests lie mainly in the examination of the fundamentals of seismic design and experimental testing techniques. He is particularly well recognised for his work in displacement-based seismic design and assessment methods\, with his PhD supervised by Nigel Priestley and Gian Michele Calvi. Tim has more than 100 publications related to seismic design\, seismic assessment\, seismic retrofit and mitigation of seismic risk. Tim is also a chartered professional engineer with the UK institute of Civil Engineers\, having worked in the UK\, New Zealand\, Germany and Italy on a wide range of building and bridge projects. \nBarry Davidson \nBarry has over thirty years’ experience in structural engineering\, design\, research and teaching. He has a wide-ranging background that includes the seismic retrofit of reinforced concrete and unreinforced masonry buildings and the design of damping and isolation systems to mitigate vibrations for buildings\, stairways and bridges. He taught and lead research into seismic design at the University of Auckland for over twenty years\, while remaining in contact with the design profession through his company\, Compusoft Engineering Ltd. He has played an active role in the profession\, where with the New Zealand Society of Earthquake Engineering\, he was part of the successful team that managed the 2000 World Conference in Earthquake Engineering\, he is a past President of and life member of SESOC. \nVenue\n\n\n\nQueenstown\nMonday 8 April 2019 \nCopthorne Hotel & Resort\, Cnr Frankton Rd & Adelaide St\, Queenstown\n\n\nChristchurch\nWednesday 10 April 2019 \nCommodore Airport Hotel\, \n449 Memorial Avenue\, Christchurch\n\n\nTaupo\nFriday 12 April 2019 \nWairakei Resort: 640 Wairakei Rd\, Taupo\n\n\nWellington\nMonday 15 April 2019 \nJames Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor: 147 The Terrace\, Wellington\n\n\nAuckland\nWednesday 17 April 2019 \nEllerslie Event Centre: Ascot Avenue (Ellerslie Racecourse)\, Greenlane\, Auckland\n\n\nNorth Harbour\nMonday 29 April 2019 \nQBE Stadium: Stadium Drive\, Albany\, Auckland\n\n\nHamilton\nTuesday 30 April 2019 \nClaudelands Event Centre: Brooklyn Road\, Hamilton\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/simplified-lateral-mechanism-analysis-slama-north-harbour
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Seminar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190417T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190417T170000
DTSTAMP:20190410T110915Z
CREATED:20190410T110915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190410T110915Z
UID:3111-1555488000-1555520400@www.sesoc.org.nz
SUMMARY:Simplified Lateral Mechanism Analysis (SLaMA) - Auckland
DESCRIPTION:This seminar provides guidance on the simplified lateral mechanism analysis (SLaMA) of existing buildings. The seminar aims to clarify the conceptual basis of how the approach can be used to assist in establishing the %NBS of a building. Two worked examples will be reviewed during the seminar\, making reference to relevant parts of the NZSEE detailed seismic assessment guidelines and a newly released set of guidelines for SLaMA. It is intended that practitioners inexperienced with the subject of seismic assessment will leave the seminar equipped with a better understanding of the SLaMA approach and valuable notes for later reference. \nDownload Registration form here\nSpeaker Profile\nTim Sullivan \nTim Sullivan is an Associate Professor at the University of Canterbury\, New Zealand. Prior to that he was based in Italy where he was head of the Design Methods Section of the European Centre for Training and Research in Earthquake Engineering\, and Assistant Professor at the University of Pavia. Tim’s research interests lie mainly in the examination of the fundamentals of seismic design and experimental testing techniques. He is particularly well recognised for his work in displacement-based seismic design and assessment methods\, with his PhD supervised by Nigel Priestley and Gian Michele Calvi. Tim has more than 100 publications related to seismic design\, seismic assessment\, seismic retrofit and mitigation of seismic risk. Tim is also a chartered professional engineer with the UK institute of Civil Engineers\, having worked in the UK\, New Zealand\, Germany and Italy on a wide range of building and bridge projects. \nBarry Davidson \nBarry has over thirty years’ experience in structural engineering\, design\, research and teaching. He has a wide-ranging background that includes the seismic retrofit of reinforced concrete and unreinforced masonry buildings and the design of damping and isolation systems to mitigate vibrations for buildings\, stairways and bridges. He taught and lead research into seismic design at the University of Auckland for over twenty years\, while remaining in contact with the design profession through his company\, Compusoft Engineering Ltd. He has played an active role in the profession\, where with the New Zealand Society of Earthquake Engineering\, he was part of the successful team that managed the 2000 World Conference in Earthquake Engineering\, he is a past President of and life member of SESOC. \nVenue\n\n\n\nQueenstown\nMonday 8 April 2019 \nCopthorne Hotel & Resort\, Cnr Frankton Rd & Adelaide St\, Queenstown\n\n\nChristchurch\nWednesday 10 April 2019 \nCommodore Airport Hotel\, \n449 Memorial Avenue\, Christchurch\n\n\nTaupo\nFriday 12 April 2019 \nWairakei Resort: 640 Wairakei Rd\, Taupo\n\n\nWellington\nMonday 15 April 2019 \nJames Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor: 147 The Terrace\, Wellington\n\n\nAuckland\nWednesday 17 April 2019 \nEllerslie Event Centre: Ascot Avenue (Ellerslie Racecourse)\, Greenlane\, Auckland\n\n\nNorth Harbour\nMonday 29 April 2019 \nQBE Stadium: Stadium Drive\, Albany\, Auckland\n\n\nHamilton\nTuesday 30 April 2019 \nClaudelands Event Centre: Brooklyn Road\, Hamilton\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/simplified-lateral-mechanism-analysis-slama-auckland
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Seminar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190416T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190416T190000
DTSTAMP:20190410T103621Z
CREATED:20190408T094913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190410T103621Z
UID:3082-1555435800-1555441200@www.sesoc.org.nz
SUMMARY:Implementation of FRP Anchor Research in Seismic Strengthening - Prof. Scott Smith & Ravi Kanitkar
DESCRIPTION:PRESENTATION: “From Research to Practice: Implementation of FRP Anchor Research in Seismic Strengthening” by Professor Scott Smith and Ravi Kanitkar \nWhen – 5.30pm – Tuesday 16th April 2019 \nWhere – Room: Eng 1401-401 (School of Engineering Building 401)\, University of Auckland. Access from Symonds Street (Refer attached City Campus Map) \nAgenda – \n17:30 pre-presentation refreshments \n18:00 presentation \nPlease register to attend this presentation by sending a blank email and RSVP only in the subject box to aucklandstructuralgroup@xtra.co.nz \nAbstract \nAs the use of externally bonded fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) reinforcement (EBR) systems for the retrofit of existing concrete structures becomes more prevalent\, engineers and researchers are focusing on the use of FRP spike anchors to enhance the efficiency of EBR systems. This presentation focuses on the recent advances on the investigation of FRP anchors and describes how FRP anchors have been utilized in several field applications and the design of the anchors. The presentation offers a unique perspective that combines the academic and practicing engineering viewpoints. \nBiography \nScott Smith is Foundation Professor of Engineering and Dean of Engineering at Southern Cross University\, Australia\, and he has held these positions since 2013. His research interests encompass the application of advanced composite materials to civil infrastructure and he is Senior Vice President of the International Institute for FRP in Construction (IIFC). Scott is also an Editor for Construction and Building Materials and an Associate Editor of the Australian Journal of Civil Engineering. He holds fellowships with the International Institute for FRP in Construction\, Engineers Australia\, American Society of Civil Engineers\, and The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers. \nRavi Kanitkar has more than twenty years of experience in the design of new structures and the retrofit of existing structures. His focus has been on the solution of unique problems for a variety of structures\, ranging from seismic retrofit of existing buildings and bridges to the rehabilitation of infrastructure\, such as large diameter pipes and tanks\, which has been degraded due to environmental damage like corrosion. His interests include new technologies such as energy-dissipation for improving structural seismic performance and carbon fiber-reinforced polymers (CFRP) for strengthening existing structures. He is a voting member of the American Concrete Institute Committee 440 which writes the state-of-the-art design guides for the use of FRP in the United States. Ravi is a licensed engineer in several US states. Ravi has authored many publications dealing with the use of new technologies for rehabilitation of existing structures and has presented his work at conferences world-wide.
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/implementation-of-frp-anchor-research-in-seismic-strengthening-prof-scott-smith-ravi-kanitkar
LOCATION:Eng Lect Theatre 401-401\, 20 Symonds Street\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Seminar
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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190403T200000
DTSTAMP:20190319T031738Z
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SUMMARY:ESE Auckland - Case Example in Reinforced Concrete Design – Complex Components
DESCRIPTION:SESOC Emerging Structural Engineers Network invite you to the above presentation being delivered in Auckland in April. \nWednesday 3 April 2019\nUniversity of Auckland – Faculty of Science\, 302-G20\nNetworking from 5.30pm\, Presentation from 6pm followed by food and drinks \nPresented By Andrew Thompson – Technical Director at Holmes Consulting. \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event will use a case example to showcase a range of interacting behaviours\, design considerations and staging issues in concrete component design – illustrating a few of the key skills expected of a competent design engineer in reinforced concrete design. \nThe case example used will be the design of a series of conventional (non post- tensioned) reinforced concrete transfer beams in the Commercial Bay development. The transfer beams span over the CRL tunnel\, and are used to support basement structure and columns from parts of both steel framed and concrete framed buildings above\, which form part of the low rise retail component of the development. Whilst the example chosen may be a seemingly innocuous part of a project which delivered numerous greater challenges elsewhere\, it is a convenient way to step through a few different aspects of reinforced concrete design. This includes: \n\nWhat are “deep beams”?\nConventional plane sections bending/shear theory\, versus strut and tie\nSeismic design actions (including SESOC guidance recommendations)\nComposite sections (for unpropped construction)\nCalculation of deflection\nConsideration of shrinkage and creep\nStaged construction considerations (and how these considerations differ in concrete and steel construction)\nPour sequencing and pour methodology for flatness and levelness\nManagement of sensitivity/uncertainty\nCrack control from applied loads\nEarly age and thermal cracking in concrete\nRoles and responsibilities in design and construction\, and communication\n\nOpportunities will be taken where possible to touch on some of the wider applications of the above considerations (beyond the case example)\, and the literature/methods available to tackle them. It is hoped that attendees will leave with an enhanced awareness of potential considerations required in areas of reinforced concrete design\, other than seismic.
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/ese-auckland-case-example-in-reinforced-concrete-design-complex-components
LOCATION:302-G20\, Faculty of Science\, The University of Auckland\, 23 Symonds Street\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Emerging Structural Engineer
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190311T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190311T170000
DTSTAMP:20190207T010233Z
CREATED:20190207T010233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190207T010233Z
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SUMMARY:Structural Engineering Forensic Seminar (Auckland)
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URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/SESOC-UOA-Joint-Seminars-Brochure-2.pdf#new_tab
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190306T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190306T190000
DTSTAMP:20190227T201915Z
CREATED:20190227T201915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190227T201915Z
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SUMMARY:The Collapse of the Morandi Bridge:  Chronicle of a Death Foretold?
DESCRIPTION:PRESENTATION: “The Collapse of the Morandi Bridge:  Chronicle of a Death Foretold?” by Alessandro Palermo\, University of Canterbury \nWhen – 5.30pm – Wednesday 6th March 2019 \nWhere – Room: LgeChem / 301-G050 (Chemistry Building In Science Centre)\, University of Auckland. Opposite Engineering School. Access from Symonds or Princess Streets  \nAgenda – \n17:30 pre-presentation refreshments \n18:00 presentation \nPlease register for this presentation online using the following link:  \nThe Collapse of the Morandi Bridge:  Chronicle of a Death Foretold? \nAbstract \nOn 14 August 2018\, the Ponte Morandi\, part of the Polcevera Viaduct in Genoa\, Italy\, partially collapsed without warning killing 43 people. Despite starting to show signs of deterioration in the 1990s and a number of proposals to replace the bridge in the intervening years\, few initiatives were undertaken in a meaningful manner. \n  \nThe presentation explores the background and design philosophy of the designer Morandi\, overviews the construction and design of the Genoa bridge and highlights the possible causes of the collapse. The presentation concludes with some lessons learnt that could be relevant to New Zealand bridge infrastructure. \n  \nBiography \nAlessandro Palermo. Alessandro’s research areas of interest are mainly focused on structural bridge engineering\, where he is currently course coordinator of a post-graduate course. His expertise is particularly focused on implementation of seismic low-damage technologies for precast concrete bridges and buildings; His research varies from monitoring and seismic assessment of existing bridges to the use of novel materials such glass reinforcing and ultra-high performance concrete. \n  \nHe has always been passionate about history and aesthetics: he runs a very popular bridge building competition within the University of Canterbury undergraduate programme and supervises research projects on innovative pedestrian bridge design using novel materials\, technologies and 3D visualization. \n  \nWithin the last National earthquakes he has been heavily involved in reconnaissance of Canterbury and Kaikoura bridges and he is currently coordinating the Canterbury Bridge Group. Alessandro is author of more than 310 international conference/journal papers and 3 patents. He has been awarded the 2013 Ivan Skinner award for his recent advancements in earthquake engineering\, University of Canterbury Innovation Medal (2013) and 2016 Best Lecturer of the Year at the University of Canterbury.
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/the-collapse-of-the-morandi-bridge-chronicle-of-a-death-foretold-2
LOCATION:Large Chemistry Theatre/301-G050\, The University of Auckland\, 23 Symonds Street\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190227T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190227T170000
DTSTAMP:20190207T005855Z
CREATED:20190207T005855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190207T005855Z
UID:3013-1551254400-1551286800@www.sesoc.org.nz
SUMMARY:Structural Engineering Forensic Seminar (North Harbour)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/SESOC-UOA-Joint-Seminars-Brochure-2.pdf#new_tab
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190221T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190221T190000
DTSTAMP:20190205T024817Z
CREATED:20190205T014456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190205T024817Z
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SUMMARY:SESOC Emerging Structural Engineers Network – Auckland Launch – “Things I learnt the hard way”
DESCRIPTION:SESOC is excited to announce the launch of the Emerging Structural Engineers Network. \nAuckland will host the first launch event\, followed by Christchurch and Wellington. \nThe Auckland launch will be held on the 21st of February and features a panel of speakers who are leaders in the structural engineering industry. Whether it be technical challenges in design or construction projects\, building relationships with clients and colleagues or the development of professional skills\, the transition from university student to professional engineer can be tough. Come and learn from the experiences of those that have been there as our panellists share their “things I learnt the hard way”. \nAfter the panel session and questions\, stay for a tipple and a bite\, and a chat with some like-minded structural engineers. \nPanellists include: \nPaul Campbell (Technical Leader\, WSP-Opus) \nAnna Philpot (Structural Engineer\, Holmes Consulting Group) \nAshley Smith (Director\, Structure Design Limited) \nPlease RSVP at \nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScEX_VXCy4cRY4kBtYBMmoMYF3JwvTY8m_ZtyyGXSgglNXVXw/viewform
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/sesoc-emerging-structural-engineers-network-auckland-launch-things-i-learnt-the-hard-way
LOCATION:302-G20\, Faculty of Science\, The University of Auckland\, 23 Symonds Street\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Emerging Structural Engineer
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190220T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20190220T200000
DTSTAMP:20190207T011622Z
CREATED:20190207T011622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190207T011622Z
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SUMMARY:Prof. Jack Moehle - Performance-Based Seismic Design of Tall Buildings
DESCRIPTION:Performance-Based Seismic Design of Tall Buildings\nProf. Jack Moehle \nEd and Diane Wilson Presidential Professor of Structural Engineering\, University of California\, Berkeley \nAbstract\nWe live in a time when social\, environmental\, and economic factors in the Western United States favour the development of urban centres populated by high-rise buildings. The design of this new generation of high-rise buildings has benefited from the advancement of performance-based design methods in which structural engineers characterize expected performance for hypothesized earthquake shaking using computer simulation. The design approach has evolved rapidly – whereas a decade ago each project had its own\, project-specific basis\, today the designs are guided by a set of consensus standards. The seminar will describe the performance-based design approach and will illustrate it through the example of a tall building design in San Francisco. \nBiography\nJack Moehle received his Ph.D. from the University of Illinois and joined the U.C. Berkeley faculty in 1980. From 1991 to 2001 he was Director of the Earthquake Engineering Research Center at Berkeley\, and in 1996 he became founding Director of the multi-university Pacific Earthquake Engineering Research Center\, where he served until 2008. He has played a leading role in the development of building codes and professional engineering guidelines for the design of new construction and the assessment and rehabilitation of seismically vulnerable existing construction\, including Guidelines for Evaluation and Repair of Masonry and Concrete Walls (FEMA 306); Guidelines for Seismic Rehabilitation of Buildings (FEMA 273 and ASCE 41); Development of Next-Generation Performance-Based Seismic Design Procedures for New and Existing Buildings (FEMA P-58); and Guidelines for Performance-Based Seismic Design of Tall Buildings (Tall Buildings Initiative\, PEER). He has been a member of the ACI 318 Building Code Committee since 1989\, Chair of the Seismic Provisions subcommittee from 1995-2014\, and currently serves as the ACI 318 Chair. He is also author of the textbook Seismic Design of Reinforced Concrete Buildings published by McGraw-Hill.
URL:https://www.sesoc.org.nz/event/prof-jack-moehle-performance-based-seismic-design-of-tall-buildings
LOCATION:Large Chemistry Theatre/301-G050\, The University of Auckland\, 23 Symonds Street\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Auckland,Seminar
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