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Posted January 5, 2012 (Updated January 16, 2012)

Event: February 23, 2012

GSE: 2012 Symposium - Dr. Kerry Rowe: Geosynthetics in Bottom Liners and Covers for Use in Landfill, Lagoons, Secondary Containment and Mining Applications

Location: Edmonton Petroleum Club (11110 - 108 St)

Time: 8:30am - 4:00pm

Cost (on or before Feb. 9): $195 Members, $225 Non-Members, $100 Students (Payment Options)

Cost (after Feb. 9): $250 Members, $275 Non-Members, $100 Students (Payment Options)

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This day-long short course is designed to provide the most recent findings from research and the state-of practice to both expert practitioners and novices in the use of geosynthetics in liner systems. Following an overall introduction (including objectives, limitations, basic concepts and example applications), the course material then focuses on geotextiles and geonets in drainage layers, geosynthetic clay liners (GCLs) and geomembranes (GMBs). Important new findings on the performance of exposed GM/GCL composite liners and the durability of GMs under realistic exposure conductions will be presented. Particular attention is given to identifying factors that may impact how long these geosynthetics may perform their intended function (i.e. their service life). Emphasis is also given on the need to consider the interaction of both geosynthetic and soil components of the overall system to ensure adequate barrier performance...more>>

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Posted November 1, 2011

Event: December 2, 2011

CSCE: Guide to Bridge Hydraulics - An Overview of Hydrotechnical Planning, Design and Operations

Location: Days Inn and Suites West Edmonton (Holiday Inn Express - Linden Room, 10010 - 179A Street)

Time: 8:30am - 4:30pm

Cost: CSCE Members $420/$472.50, Non-members $525/$577.50, Students $105/$105 (before/after Nov. 1)

This course examines bridge hydraulic considerations from a full lifecycle perspective and within an integrated infrastructure context. Planning and design issues anchor the course as key topics are addressed such as boundary conditions, waterway design, scour protection and channel control as well as hydraulic aspects of construction, inspection and maintenance. Creating awareness of available tools for bridge hydraulics and key resources such as the Transportation Association of Canada's Guide to Bridge Hydraulics.

Although the deadline for the early bird fee has passed, the CSCE will apply it to participants who did not recieve the information in time.

Posted November 10, 2011

Event: December 8-13, 2011

U of A: International Short Course on Permafrost Engineering

Location: University of Alberta, Edmonton

The U of A Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and the CGS-Cold Regions Geotechnology Division present this workshop on effective design and construction in permafrost regions. For details, contact Sally Petaske.

Posted November 1, 2011

Event: April 26-27, 2012

U of A: David C. Sego Symposium - Celebrating 33 Years of Teaching and Research (1977-2010)

Location: Timms Centre, University of Alberta, Edmonton

Cost: $300

The David C. Sego Symposium is being held in recognition of Dr. Sego's service as an educator, mentor, and researcher. His extensive research has bolstered Canada's international reputation for innovation in technology and research related to the arctic and natural resources development. An influential researcher and dedicated educator, Dr. Dave Sego has contributed to the training of numerous students and practitioners globally who honour him through this symposium.

Posted October 12, 2011

Event: May 5-9, 2012

RockEng12, 21st Canadian Rock Mechanics Symposium: Call for Abstracts

Location: Edmonton, Alberta

You are invited to submit abstracts for RockEng12, the 21st Canadian Rock Mechanics Symposium. This symposium is being held May 5 - 9, 2012 in Edmonton, Alberta. Abstract submissions due October 19, 2011.

The theme of RockEng12, Rock Engineering for Natural Resources, was chosen with the objective of developing a better understanding of the rock mechanics-related challenges encountered during the development of mineral deposits, hydrocarbons, and alternative energy sources. We encourage the submission of scientific and engineering contributions addressing this theme, with emphasis on case studies illustrating the application of rock mechanics and rock engineering theories.

Posted October 21, 2011

Event: June 3-8, 2012

ISL-NASL - 11th International and 2nd North American Symposium on Landslides

Location: Banff Springs Hotel, Banff, Alberta

Posted October 21, 2011

Event: June 6-9, 2012

CSCE/EIC: 2012 Conference and Joint 125th Anniversary

Location: Edmonton, Alberta

Registration opens November 7, 2011.

NEWS 2012

Posted February 3, 2012

Event: February 10, 2012

GSE/City of Edmonton: Millwoods TBM Tour

Location: 30 Avenue - 91 Street, Edmonton

Time: Tours begin at 1:30pm

Cost: Free

Confirm Attendance (By Feb. 8)

The GSE is pleased to offer an opportunity to view in action, the City of Edmonton Infrastructure Department’s newest tunnel boring machine (TBM). This new Caterpillar (formerly Lovat) TBM is currently cutting a 4m unfinished diameter, 3.5m finished diameter tunnel beneath Millwoods. The tunnel is for the new Millwoods double barrel storm separation project, requiring a tunnel nearly 1.7km in length. Stretching from 30 Avenue and 91 Street to 30 Avenue and Gateway Blvd, the TBM is currently advancing 8m per day through largely glacial till and bedrock of the Edmonton Formation. This tour will give members a rare opportunity to see this largely hidden operation first hand and to witness the workings of this massive machine....more>>

Posted January 5, 2012 (updated January 25, 2012)

Event: January 26, 2012

GSE: Jamie Sharp, ConeTec Investigations Ltd. - Recent Advancements in Geotechnical Characterization of Oil Sand Tailings

Location: Faculty Club, University of Alberta

Time: 11:45am - 1:30pm

Cost: $30 Members, $40 Non-Members, $10 Students (Pay at door: cash or cheque)

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The in-situ geotechnical characterization of soft oil sands tailings is now a routine procedure in Alberta, Canada. These generally large tailings impoundments are deposited in either external dammed facilities or within previously mined open pits. When hydraulically discharged, the fines can accumulate as a thick fluid or soft solid material at the center of the deposit while coarse sand beaches form closer to the discharge points...more>>