RedVector - Engineering Economic Analysis (Basic)

	Engineering Economic Analysis Basic
Understand the time value of money. Understand the difference between nominal and effective interest rates. Know how to analyze engineering problems using present worth, annual cost, and other analysis methods. Understand the implications of tax effects in project analysis.
I. Introduction II. Basics III. Discrete Compounding Relationships IV. Continuous Compounding Relationships V. Evaluation Procedures VI. Tax Effects	Hello ... Reminder to Copy in Details
Project Management	Lesson Pages: 34

RedVector - Better Roadway Design (Curbs & Pedestrian Control Devices)

	Better Roadway Design Curbs & Pedestrian Control Devices
Some of the problems associated with delineation of curbs, medians and obstacles The importance of contrast in roadway striping at intersections The advantages and disadvantages of small and large radii curbs at intersections The needs of older drivers and pedestrians as they relate to pedestrian control devices
Introduction F. Design Element: Edge Treatments/Delineation of Curbs, Medians, and Obstacles G. Design Element: Curb Radius P. Design Element: Pedestrian Control Devices Conclusion	Hello ... Reminder to Copy in Details
Highway Design	Lesson Pages: 19

RedVector - Construction Arbitration (Advanced)

	Construction Arbitration Advanced
Understand the basic principles of the arbitration process and how it is used to resolve disputes Know the basic requirements for preparing for an arbitration proceeding Know the role of attorney and client in arbitration Understand how an arbitration hearing is conducted Be knowledgeable about the types of evidence presented in an arbitration hearing Be prepared to participate effectively in the arbitration process
Introduction Dispute Resolution and The Arbitration Process The Myth and Reality of Arbitration Other Dispute Resolution Techniques	Hello ... Reminder to Copy in Details
Project Management	Lesson Pages: 33

RedVector - Construction Arbitration (Intermediate)

	Construction Arbitration Intermediate
Understand the basic principles of the arbitration process and how it is used to resolve disputes Know the basic requirements for preparing for an arbitration proceeding Know the role of attorney and client in arbitration Understand how an arbitration hearing is conducted Be knowledgeable concerning the types of evidence presented in an arbitration hearing Be prepared to participate effectively in the arbitration process
Introduction Arbitration Other Dispute Resolution Techniques Negotiation Litigation	Hello ... Reminder to Copy in Details
Project Management	Lesson Pages: 31

RedVector - Construction Arbitration (Basic)

	Construction Arbitration Basic
Understand the difference between arbitration and litigation in court Understand what occurs in the pre-hearing and hearing stage of arbitration Be familiar with the types of evidence and witnesses Understand how an arbitrator issues an award
Introduction Arbitration Other Dispute Resolution Techniques Arbitration The Arbitration Agreement	Hello ... Reminder to Copy in Details
Project Management	Lesson Pages: 18

RedVector - Construction Arbitration (Overview)

	Construction Arbitration Overview
Understand the difference between arbitration and litigation in court Understand what occurs in the pre-hearing and hearing stage of arbitration Be familiar with the types of evidence and witnesses Understand how an arbitrator issues an award
Introduction Arbitration Ex Parte Contact Why Parties Choose to Arbitrate The Arbitration Agreement Arbitrators Have Construction Expertise Arbitration Panels - Using More than One Arbitrator The Arbitrator's Inquiry The Arbitrator's Disclosure A Brief Summary of the Arbitration Process Counterclaims	Hello ... Reminder to Copy in Details
Project Management	Lesson Pages: 14

RedVector - Better Roadway Design (Lane Assignment, Signals & Lighting)

	Better Roadway Design Lane Assignment, Signals & Lighting
The importance of advance notice for changing lane assignments prior to intersections The devices that can be used to provide advance notice of changing lane assignments The need for different levels of intensity for the different colors of traffic signals The methods to accommodate age differences in perception-reaction time (PRT) for traffic signals The importance of fixed lighting at intersections and advance signals
Introduction M. Devices for Lane Assignment on Intersection Approach N. Traffic Signal Performance Issues O. Fixed Lighting Installations Conclusion	Hello ... Reminder to Copy in Details
Highway Design	Lesson Pages: 17

Nice Write Up ... Comments Meh

Hoover Dam bypass bridge rises under a shadow Measuring up to Hoover Dam presents a challenge By ADRIENNE PACKER LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL

The Hoover Dam bypass bridge looks spectacular, stretching 1,900 feet across Black Canyon and 900 feet above the churning Colorado River. Tourists visiting the world-famous Hoover Dam can't help but swing around and snap photos of the new span high above. Dave Zanetell, the project manager of the bridge, recognized that early on. "We are in the shadow of Hoover Dam," he said. "We are not only building a very tough civil works project, but we're doing it in the shadow of the greatest civil engineering project ever created. It creates a heavy standard of responsibility."

jr62 wrote on October 11, 2010 ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ Alfred E. Neuman wrote on October 10, 2010 Did Harry Reid twist any arms to open the bridge to traffic a few weeks before the election instead of the scheduled November opening to traffic? Richard.Stain wrote on October 10, 2010 How many illegal Mexicans did it take to build the dam? NONE How many illegal Mexicans did it take to build the bridge? NONE, and why can't we keep it that way with every job in this country? Jack.Webb wrote on October 10, 2010 SOCIALISM!

RedVector - Better Roadway Design (Intersection Signalization)

	Better Roadway Design Intersection Signalization
The problems associated with signalization for left-turns and the advantages and disadvantages of different signal sequences The reasons why leading protected left-turn phases are preferred Why FHWA recommends the standard MUTCD sign prohibiting a right turn on red should be replaced with a different sign
Introduction H. Traffic Control for Left-Turn Movements at Signalized Intersections I. Design Element: Traffic Control for Right-Turn/RTOR Movements at Signalized Intersections Conclusion	Hello ... Reminder to Copy in Details
Highway Design	Lesson Pages: 21

Look at the Pretty Pictures

Well, if I'm going to look into the more presentational aspects of urban design, I'd better do a quick recap of InDesign and Photoshop, to get me up to the same speed as AutoCAD and Office. Its been a little while since I worked on vector graphics, InDesisn or CorelDraw etc, it's time to make sure I know it.

RedVector - Better Roadway Design (Intersection Signing)

	Better Roadway Design Intersection Signing
Some of the problems associated with left-turn lane geometry and how appropriate signing and median design can reduce driver errors How good street-name signing can improve the safety of intersections Some of the problems associated with one-way roadways and signing at intersections and how to improve safety of these intersections The means of using additional signs at stop-controlled intersections to improve safety by changing driver expectations
Introduction E. Opposite (single) Left-turn Lane Geometry, Signing, and Delineation L. Stop- and Yield-Controlled Intersection Signage Conclusion	Hello ... Reminder to Copy in Details
Highway Design	Lesson Pages: 21

RedVector - Consrtuction Contract Law (Advanced)

	Construction Contract Law Advanced
Be familiar with the basic principles of contract law. Understand the essential legal elements of a contract and what is needed for contract implementation, modification and change Understand litigation theories that are argued between various parties to a construction project and how the contract terms and conditions are interpreted and applied in litigation. Have a greater appreciation of the rights and responsibilities of the parties to the various contracts on a construction project.
Introduction Construction Contract Law A. Introduction to The legal requirements B. Offer and Acceptance C. Mutual Consideration D. Competent Parties E. Oral or Written Contract I. Basic Rules Pertaining to Contract Formation II. Analysis of Contract Language III. Types of Contracts IV. Performance Under the Contract V. Contract Modifications – The Changes Clause and Change Orders VI. Breach of Contract VII. Construction Contract “Killer” Clauses VIII. How Contract Jargon Complicates Construction IX. Ownership and Use of Drawings, Specs and Other Instruments of Service XI. Professional Services Contracts Clauses XV. Contract Documents of the Design-Build Institute of America XIII. Examples of Legal and Contractual Problems – Case Summaries Conclusion	Hello ... Reminder to Copy in Details
Project Management	Lesson Pages: 47

New Jersey and Bi-State Area

Gov. Chris Christie (R-NJ) canceled the proposed and long awaited Access to the Region's Core (ARC) tunnel project beneath the Hudson River, between New Jersey and Manhattan.

The Regional Planning Association (RPA) voiced the opinion of the the supporters of the project.

Governor Chris Christie today announced he would cancel the Access to the Region’s Core tunnel project – the largest public transit project underway in the nation – citing potential cost overrun concerns. The decision casts a dark shadow over the economic future of New Jersey. The State will lose out on an astonishing $6 billion matching contributions from the federal government and Port Authority. The tunnel would have opened New Jerseyans’ access to Manhattan’s lucrative job market, raised tax revenues for the state and local governments, boosted property values, provided a more reliable and faster commute to hundreds of thousands of NJ TRANSIT commuters and drivers, and saved on greenhouse gas emissions. Full RPA Statement

I can't do better than repeat the RPA statement. NJ DOH.

RedVector - Construction Contract Law (Fundamental)

	Construction Contract Law Fundamental
Be familiar with the basic principles of contract law. Understand the essential legal elements of a contract and what is needed for contract implementation, modification and change Understand litigation theories that are argued between various parties to a construction project and how the contract terms and conditions are interpreted and applied in litigation. Have a greater appreciation of the rights and responsibilities of the parties to the various contracts on a construction project.
Introduction IV. Basic Rules Pertaining to Contract Formation V. Analysis of Contract language VI. Types of Contracts VII. Performance Under the Contract VIII. Contract Modifications – Change Orders IX. Breach of Contract X. Construction Contract Clauses XII. How Contract Jargon Complicates Construction: The same Processes are Often Described Differently XIII. Professional Services Contracts Clauses Conclusion	Hello ... Reminder to Copy in Details
Project Management	Lesson Pages: 25

RedVector - Better Roadway Design (Intersection)

	Better Roadway Design Intersection
The importance of reducing the skew at intersections to values less than those recommended by AASHTO How the receiving lane width for turning movements can impact the safety of the intersection How channelization at intersections can improve safety The methodology used to develop intersection sight distance recommendations and how these values should be modified to improve the safety of the intersection
Introduction Design Elements A. Intersecting Angle (Skew) B. Receiving Lane (Throat) Width for Turning Operations C. Channelization D. Intersection Sight Distance (Sight Triangle) Conclusion	Hello ... Reminder to Copy in Details
Highway Design	Lesson Pages: 25

RedVector - Better Roadway Design (Curvature & Passing Zones)

	Better Roadway Design Curvature & Passing Zones
What types of pavement markings will reduce accident rates on horizontal curves The safety of crest vertical curves with limited sight distance The basis for the minimum standards for Passing Zones of existing standards and why they may not be adequate
Introduction A. Pavement Markings and Delineation on Horizontal Curves B. Pavement Width on Horizontal Curves Conclusion C. Crest Vertical Curve Length and Advance Signing for Sight- Restricted Locations D. Passing Zone Length, Passing Sight Distance, and Passing/Overtaking Lanes on Two-Lane Highways CONCLUSION	Hello ... Reminder to Copy in Details
Highway Design	Lesson Pages: 17