Package Description

Zia Zafir, PhD, PE, GE: ASCE 7-22

• Zia Zafir will cover key updates in ASCE 7-22 relevant to geoprofessionals, with a special emphasis on Chapters 11, 20, and 21.

Peter Powers, PhD & Nico Luco, PhD: USGS Seismic Tools and Models

• Peter Powers and Nico Luco will guide attendees through the latest USGS seismic hazard tools and maps. Topics include the fundamentals of disaggregation, comparisons between deterministic and probabilistic models, and how to effectively interpret and apply this data in engineering practice.

Chase White, PE, GE, PG, CEG & Ante Mlinarevic, PG, CEG: Schools and Hospitals

• Chase White and Ante Mlinarevic will present key code changes and CGS review process updates impacting essential facilities like public schools and hospitals. This session will highlight how CGS will review geohazard and geotechnical reports for essential facilities under the new code provisions.