Join Our Exclusive Workshop
Enhancing Resilience: Seismic Hazard Analysis
Free | 2 PDH Credits & Certificate
When: Friday January 24, 2025 from 2 pm to 4 pm Central -Chicago Time,
(Noon to 2 pm Pacific Time)
Where: Virtual Workshop Through Zoom
In today's world, it is increasingly important to understand and manage seismic risks. Our workshop focuses on Probabilistic Seismic Hazard Analysis (PSHA), offering a clear and comprehensive look at this topic. It's tailored for professionals from different industries and aims to make the concepts of PSHA easier to understand. By joining us, you'll gain the necessary knowledge and tools to evaluate and handle seismic risks more effectively.
Who Should Attend:
Engineers and Urban Planners
Oil and Gas Industry Professionals
Construction and Infrastructure Professionals
Government and Policy Makers
Emergency Management Experts
Anyone interested in seismic risk assessment and mitigation
What You Will Learn:
The Basics of Seismic Hazards: Understanding the Fundamentals
Review of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) requirements for seismic hazard analysis
The Principles of Probabilistic Seismic Hazard Analysis
PSHA vs. Deterministic Models: A Comparative Overview
Key Components of PSHA: Seismic Source Characterization, Ground Motion Modeling, and More
Real-World Applications: How PSHA is Guiding Safer Infrastructure Development
Implementation of PSHA Case Studies: Successful
PDH Credits and Certificate:
As a participant, you will receive 2 Professional Development Hours (PDH) and a certificate of attendance upon completion of the workshop.
Speaker Highlight: Siavash (Ash) Zamiran, Ph.D., P.E.
Dr. Zamiran is a geotechnical consultant and a Senior Lecturer at University of Houston. With more than 15 years of experience in seismic hazard analysis, geotechnical earthquake engineering, and risk management, Dr. Zamiran brings a wealth of knowledge and insights in PSHA.
Industries:
Oil and Gas
Professionals in Oil and Gas sector, rely on PSHA for safe facility design and operation ensuring the integrity of critical infrastructure.
Construction
This industry prioritizes seismic hazard analysis for designing resilient structures, from skyscrapers to bridges, ensuring safety and compliance with seismic codes.
Healthcare
Managers and engineers focus on PSHA to ensure hospitals and healthcare facilities are built to withstand earthquakes, maintaining crucial services during seismic events.