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Course:	PAPIER Software Training

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General Information

Summary:	This course provides an introduction to the operation and logic of PennDOT's PAPIER software used for bridge pier substructure analysis and design. Course content includes an overview of the PAPIER program, pertinent pier design code provisions in AASHTO and the Design Manual-Part 4 specifications, and program input parameters, output and results. Software use will be demonstrated on an example application.
Learning Outcomes:	Upon successful completion of this course, a participant will be able to: • List the problem types and code methodologies covered by the program; • Identify critical AASHTO and Design Manual-Part 4 specification provisions governing pier design; • Prepare input files for running the program based on the current User's Manual; • Provide a general explanation of the program's calculation and solution methods • Interpret and understand program output results as they relate to code checks, performance ratios, and adequacy of pier elements for strength and serviceability.
Prerequisites:	Familiarity with bridge analysis and design concepts (especially for substructures) and knowledge of the current specification criteria.
Target Audience:	Engineers and technicians responsible for pier design on bridge structures. The course is suitable for entry level personnel; however there are sufficient advanced topics for more experienced designers.

Special Materials:	You must bring your Program manual and a calculator to class!
Final Exam:	Yes

Continuing Education Credits

Awarding continuing education credits (PDH/CEU/CEH) to a training course or other training event does not imply or guarantee that the training course/event is approved by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board of Professional Engineers, Geologists and Land Surveyors. According to Pennsylvania Act 25, “Credit determination for activities…shall be the responsibility of the licensee. Continuing professional competency obtained by a licensee should maintain, improve or expand skills or knowledge obtained prior to initial licensure, including law and ethics applicable to the profession, or develop new and relevant skills and knowledge.”
For informational purposes only:	1 CEU is equal to 10 hours of instruction
	1 CEH is equal to 1 hour of instruction

Course Contact Information

For technical questions regarding this course, contact the following...
Name:	Jonie L Buggy
Phone:	(717) 409-3993
Email:	jbuggyz@pa.gov
For general questions about the Training Calendar (such as those regarding schedules, locations, instructors or registrations), see Contact Information in specific classes.

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By PDFPECMS2K301 On 08/10/18 At 12:54 PM