An Integrated Framework to Restore Small Urban Watersheds Urban watershed restoration has recently evolved into a growing and sophisticated practice. This course introduces the basic concepts and techniques of urban…
Complete Streets Design Guidelines “Complete Streets” is a national movement that includes the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), state departments of transportation (DOTs), metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs), cities, counties, nonprofits and…
Bridge Design – Concrete Decks One of the major advancements in bridge construction in the United States in the second half of the twentieth century was the development and use…
Stormwater Best Management Practices Low Impact Development (LID) is an alternative site design strategy that uses natural and engineered infiltration and storage techniques to control storm water where it is…
Impacts of Animals on Earthen Dams There are about 80,000 dams in the United States, and many of them are nearing the end of their expected lives. Proper maintenance and…
Foundations in Expansive Soils This course presents guidance and information for conducting a geotechnical investigation suitable for the selection and design of foundations for heavy and light buildings constructed in…