CE-171 (*) Principles of Structural Steel Design (Part #2)

This seminar will focus on the NYS/NYC code requirements related to the general types of shallow foundations and modes of failure due to the soil. The soil bearing capacity will be developed using tabulated data from the NYS/NYC codes and using Terza1. Beams Design- Hot Rolled Sections: Definition

1. Beams Design- Hot Rolled Sections:
* Definition
* Analysis of the Yield and Fracture stresses in beam
* Beams stability Analysis: Compact, non. Compact sand slender beams
* Lateral torsional Buckling
* Flang and Web Local buckling
* Design strength reduction due to various beams and its cross-section stability limitations.
* AISC equations of critical stress equation due to stability constraints
* Complete Beam design analysis

2. Plate Girder Design: Stress analysis, Tension Action, Shear analysis, AISC Proportioning requirements, Flexural strength Analysis, Compression Flange analysis, Lateral Torsional Buckling, Intermediate Stiffeners, Bearing Stiffeners. Full Design analysis of a Plate Girder

Subject: CE-171 (*) Principles of Structural Steel Design (Part #2)
Time: 6:00 pm to 10pm
Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Location: Webinar
Instructor: Ahmed Bashjawish, M.S.C.E., P.E.

ME-127 (*)(+) Application of HVAC in Building's Heating Design and Operation (Pt. #1)

This seminar will provide a basic design learning opportunity for the HVAC engineers, designers, interns, building engineers and operators involved in the HVAC systems design and application, Through a step-by-step fundamental principles of HVAC, the seminar will provide an overview of the basic heating system design approach using an air handling unit selection with a heating coil, building heat loss calculations modeling, Basic types of heating system design with an AHU unit such as rooftop package or indoor hot air units, furnaces, types of heating coils such as steam hot water and electric heating, significant building codes and standards for heating system design. The seminar also discusses Hot air distribution system design for both commercial and residential application, indoor air quality IAQ and fire and smoke control safety in hot air distribution system. The seminar outlines about the Steam heating systems and hot water heating system, comparison of steam versus hot water heating, Boiler selection and ratings, boiler horsepower, EDR etc. the seminar outlines Steam and hot water piping system, Fuel piping such as oil and gas piping system design etc. The seminar gives an over view of a building retrofitting and commissioning system in heating.

Subject: ME-127 (*)(+) Application of HVAC in Building's Heating Design and Operation (Pt. #1)
Time: 6:00 pm to 10pm
Date: Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Location: Webinar
Instructor: Syed Qadeer, B.S.M.E, M.S.M.E, P.E.

ME-128 (*)(+) Practical Applications of HVAC for Building’s Cooling Design and Operation (Pt 2)

This seminar will provide a great learning opportunity about the basic HVAC system design and application for the HVAC engineers, designers, interns, building engineers and operators involved in the HVAC systems design and application, Through a step-by-step fundamental principles of HVAC, the seminar will provide an overview of the HVAC system design fundamentals, equipment selection, refrigeration cycles and components with accessories and controls, comparison of HVAC systems efficiency using COP and EER approach, HVAC space cooling load calculations, supply and return air distribution ductwork design, Constant air volume (CAV) and variable air volume(VAV) system, dual duct system, perimeter cooling and heating system, duct pressure drop calculations, various applicable buildings codes and standards involving IAQ and system safety, filter types and selection, etc. The seminar will also discuss important code information about the fire and smoke safety and controls in building’s HVAC systems.

Subject: ME-128 (*)(+) Practical Applications of HVAC for Building’s Cooling Design and Operation (Pt 2)
Time: 6:00 pm to 10pm
Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Location: Webinar
Instructor: Syed Qadeer, B.S.M.E, M.S.M.E, P.E.

Ahmed Bashjawish, M.S.C.E., P.E.

Mr. Bashjawish is a graduate Engineer with a Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering and Masters in Hydraulics. He is licensed in both NY and NJ with 25 years of experience in the infrastructure, structural design, and construction with NYC and the private industry. Mr. Bashjawish has a solid back ground in project management, finance and financial analysis of public and private enterprises. He has worked 8 years at NYC DEP building distribution and trunk mains. Since 1998 Mr. Bashjawish works at DDC where he builds trunk mains, complex sewers system, retaining structures, and urban highway construction. In addition to his academic and common sense mannerisms, Mr. Bashjawish is an excellent public speaker and a communicator. He is fluent in foreign languages such as Arabic, French, and Spanish.

Syed Qadeer, B.S.M.E, M.S.M.E, P.E.

Mr. Syed Qadeer, P.E. is a licensed Mechanical Engineer with a Bachelor’s and a Masters degree in the area of Mechanical Engineering from City College of New York (CCNY) and is specialized in HVAC systems design from New York University (NYU). He has considerable experience in the area of HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection system design working on the numerous building projects of government and private sector. He has been affiliated with MTA NYC Transit authority for past 23 years and is currently serving in the electo-mechanical unit of the Transit as a senior mechanical engineer where he provides technical support to the operating groups of Transit in the issues related to the area of HVAC system design and operation. He has also worked in the Capital Program department of transit where he worked 15 years on numerous major capital projects involving HVAC and plumbing of transit facilities. .Besides, he is also a free lance consultant in HVAC/ Plumbing and fire protection system design of the commercial facilities and an associate member of ASHRAE.