Courses

Internal and External Design for Steel Water Pipe

Presenters: Jarah Parke, Freddy Betancourt, P.E., and Kyle Couture, P.E. Join us for a discussion on internal and external design for steel water pipe.

Coating Inspection

Presenter: Steve Roetter An overview of the inspection process to ensure coating systems for water storage tanks are properly applied to ensure maximum service life is achieved.

Cathodic Protection 101

Presenter: Dean Lioliou Cathodic protection is a common technique used to provide life extending protection from corrosion for steel tanks and pipelines. This introduction to cathodic protection will cover how…

Leading Different Generations Effectively

Presenter: Tery Tennant How often have you heard it said, “This generation just doesn’t have the same work ethic!”? So is this really true or not? This interactive webinar answers that…

Coating Systems Selection

Presenter: Brian Cheshire An overview of the coating system options listed in the AWWA D102 Coating Steel Water-Storage Tanks standard and the best selection process including the pros and cons…

Coatings & Linings Considerations for Underground Storage Tanks vs. Aboveground Storage Tanks

Presenter: Eric Zimmerman The presentation will cover the details, challenges, and considerations of coatings and linings systems for above grade versus below grade welded steel tanks. The presenter will discuss:…

Dream It, Draw It, Make It: Designing and Fabricating Your Next Steel Water Pipe Project

Presenter: Dennis Dechant, P.E. Industry expert Dennis Dechant, P.E., will discuss the flexibility and durability of steel water pipe, and how it can be designed and fabricated to meet the…

CP Retest

This exam is only for those who are eligible for one-time CP exam retake opportunity. You must achieve a score of 75% or greater to pass the exam.

2025 STI/SPFA Business Meeting

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Emerging Managers Essentials: Elevate Your Impact

Presenters: Sabrina Umbaugh and Peter Millerhagen Discover how emerging leaders in construction can elevate their leadership skills, learn essential tools for success, and empower their teams to drive project excellence and…

SP001 Retest

This exam is only for those who are eligible for one-time SP001 retake opportunity. You must achieve a score of 80% or greater to pass the exam.  A certificate will…

Generational Funding Options and How to Optimize

Presenter: Brian Cooper The $50 Billion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) is the single largest investment in clean water infrastructure that the government has ever made. Other programs like…

Epoxy Coatings for Steel Pipelines

Presenter: Brian Cheshire Epoxy coatings provide good adhesion and corrosion resistance, and excellent water resistance. In this webinar, we’ll discuss the use of epoxy coatings for steel pipelines.  Topics include:…

Selection of Filler Material for the Welding of Dissimilar Materials

Presenters: Ravi Vishnu and Benjamin A. Sprengard, PE, MSc, NDT L-III, AWS-CWI The principles governing the selection of filler material for different combinations of base materials will be explained. The example…

Hold People Accountable

Presenter: George Hedley Learn how to hold your direct reports, managers and supervisors accountable to follow your company standards and systems, meet deadlines, complete tasks, make decisions, and be accountable to…

Review of Aboveground Potable Water Tank Styles and Site Location Selection

Presenter: Brad Veath, P.E. A review of aboveground potable water tank styles including reservoir, standpipe, and four types of elevated tanks. Considerations when selecting a site location for an aboveground…

Attract Top Talent & Build a Company Culture that Supercharges Growth

Presenter: Ed Krow and Paul Newton Are you tired of losing valuable talent to larger competitors who seem to have it all figured out? Are you feeling the pressure of open…

Shaken, Not Broken: Seismic Standards for Critical Onsite Tanks

Presenter: Nate Deibler, PE, P.Eng As earthquakes become more frequent and intense around the world, owners are focusing on what it will take to keep their buildings operational and protected…

How to Evaluate and Select Water Coatings and Lining to Reduce Carbon Emissions

Presenter: Paul Trautmann and Steve Roetter In 2022, the American Water Works Association (AWWA) began a series of Think Tanks composed of influential leaders in the water industry, tasked with…

Evolution of Joints for Steel Water Pipe

Presenter: Dennis Dechant, P.E. Industry expert, Dennis Dechant, will share how joints for steel water pipe have evolved over time.