Get practical advice to avoid common mistakes so that you can prepare useful and legally compliant NEPA documents. Since 1970, the National Environmental Policy Act has been the cornerstone for environmental protection in the United States. To implement NEPA, federal agencies must prepare environmental impact statements or environmental assessments to study the impacts of their proposed actions. Unfortunately, some federal agencies, their cons...

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) will present a new First Thursday Seminar, Federal Thought Leaders Roundtable,from 1:30 to 3:00 pm EST on June 2, 2016. FEMP Director Timothy Unruh will facilitate a round table discussion on cutting edge topics among senior agency officials. Federal energy and environmental leaders will share insights and discuss sustainability goals, policies, and initiatives. Panel...

After attending this unclassified Workshop, students will be able to oversee design and construction of a sensitive compartmented information facility (SCIF) which meets official government requirements for a secure area where classified information is handled. The stringent physical security requirements; such as, access control systems, thickness of doors, the strength of concrete and the use of alarms, and acoustical controls which prevent...

This course is available to all Federal, State, local government and private sector SECURITY and ENGINEERING professionals. While the course focuses on securing DOD assets, the concepts learned are prudent and applicable in reducing criminal and terrorist threats to non-DOD buildings, as well. Contractors and consultants seeking construction contracts with the Department of Defense will attend this course. The course is designed to familiarize...

This course is available to all Federal, State, local government and private sector SECURITY and ENGINEERING professionals. While the course focuses on securing DOD assets, the concepts learned are prudent and applicable in reducing criminal and terrorist threats to non-DOD buildings, as well. Contractors and consultants seeking construction contracts with the Department of Defense will attend this course. The course is designed to familiarize...

The Elite SDVOB Conference promises to bring SDVOBs together wit the corporations and government agencies that believe in the unique value-add our nation's veterans bring to the table. The Elite SDVOB Network has built a national organization that has been able to guide thousands of veterans toward the possibility of achieving the American Dream for which they've sacrificed so much to protect. Join us and connect with SDVOB's specializing in m...

Join DLT Solutions and CADD Microsystems for a FREE breakfast seminar on July 28th. Special guest Lynn Allen, Autodesk Technical Evangelist and Cadalyst columnist, will discuss the up and coming industry trends in the world of Design. Lynn will demonstrate productivity techniques that will help you improve your workflow, reduce tedious processes, and boost your ability to meet project deadlines. Learn how your AutoCAD workflows can be improved...

A safe-haven is a structure or protected area, that provides protection from man-made or natural threats, for both short and long periods of time. It usually serves as a fall back position in case of emergencies. Effective design components; i.e., air requirements and waste management, capacity limits, use of electronic media and other technologies will be examined in detail.

A workshop designed to familiarize students with design principles used in preventing and detecting criminal activity and reducing the effects of acts of terrorism on the safety of personnel and damage to facilities and critical infrastructure. Specific modules include; Terrorism Ideologies, Security Basics, Philosophies and Design Strategies, Blast Fundamentals, Glazing and Window Systems, Lighting, Vehicle Barrier Selection, Electronic Secur...

About the Conference Conference program will feature agencies and organizations that finance, procure, coordinate, and manage geospatial and engineering projects outside the United States with presentations on their programs, budgets, requirements, and procurement procedures. Private sector professionals experienced in international business will share best practices and lessons learned. Sessions will focus on both new entrants to the market...