Bridge Management and Inspections

FHWA-NHI-130055: Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges

10 day, Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges class, FHWA NHI 130055
May 3 - May 14, 2021
Springfield, IL

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Registration closes on April 19, 2021.
(IDOT recommends using Internet Explorer)

The class will be held at:

Crowne Plaza Springfield – Convention Center
3000 S Dirksen Pkwy
Springfield, IL 62703 - map

Maximum number: 30

The cost is $970. Registration will not be allowed through the NHI website.

For additional details visit NHI’s Website. Individuals wishing to register for the NHI 130055 course should click the registration link above.

Seating for the course will be limited. If more individuals register than seats available, IDOT will determine the class roster based on the needs of the department and other considerations.

Any questions regarding the course should be directed to the Bridge Management Unit.

FHWA-NHI-130056: Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges for Professional Engineers

5 day, Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges for Professional Engineers class, FHWA NHI 130056
June 7 – June 11, 2021
Springfield, IL

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Registration closes on May 24, 2021.
(IDOT recommends using Internet Explorer)

The class will be held at:

Crowne Plaza Springfield – Convention Center
3000 S Dirksen Pkwy
Springfield, IL 62703 - map

Maximum number: 30

The cost is $500. Registration will not be allowed through the NHI website.

For additional details visit NHI’s Website. Individuals wishing to register for the NHI 130055 course should click the registration link above.

Seating for the course will be limited. If more individuals register than seats available, IDOT will determine the class roster based on the needs of the department and other considerations.

Any questions regarding the course should be directed to the Bridge Management Unit.

FHWA-NHI-130078: Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges

 4 day, Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges, FHWA NHI 130078

October 19 - October 22, 2021
Registration closes on October 5, 2021
Springfield, IL
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December 7 - December 10, 2021
Registration closes on November 23, 2021
Springfield, IL
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(IDOT recommends using Internet Explorer)

The Springfield, IL class will be held at:

Crowne Plaza
3000 S. Dirksen Parkway
Springfield, IL 62764 - map

Maximum number: 30

The cost is $365. Registration will not be allowed through the NHI website.

For additional details visit NHI’s Website. Individuals wishing to register for the NHI 130078 course should click the registration link above. 

Seating for the course will be limited. If more individuals register than seats available, IDOT will determine the class roster based on the needs of the department and other considerations.

Any questions regarding the course should be directed to the Bridge Management Unit.

FHWA-NHI-130099A: Bridge Inspection Nondestructive Evaluation seminar (BINS)

2 day, Bridge Inspection Nondestructive Evaluation Seminar, FHWA NHI 130099A

November 2 - November 3, 2021
Registration closes on October 19, 2021
Springfield, IL
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(IDOT recommends using Internet Explorer)

The Springfield, IL class will be held at:

Crowne Plaza
3000 S. Dirksen Parkway
Springfield, IL 62764 - map

Maximum number: 30

The cost is $295. Registration will not be allowed through the NHI website.

For additional details, visit NHI’s Website. Individuals wishing to register for the NHI 130099A course should click the registration link above.

Seating for the course will be limited. If more individuals register than seats available, IDOT will determine the class roster based on the needs of the department and other considerations.

Any questions regarding the course should be directed to the Bridge Management Unit.

FHWA-NHI-130110: Tunnel Safety Inspection

FHWA-NHI-130110: Tunnel Safety Inspection
April 12 – April 16, 2021
Springfield, IL
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Registration closes on March 29, 2021.
(IDOT recommends using Internet Explorer)
Priority given to IDOT, FHWA and Other State DOTs; in that order.

The class will be held at:

Crowne Plaza Springfield – Convention Center
3000 S Dirksen Pkwy
Springfield, IL 62703 - map

Maximum number: 30

The cost is $480.

Registration will not be allowed through the NHI website.

Any questions regarding the course should be directed to the Bridge Management Unit.

FHWA Introduction to Element Level Bridge Inspection

Intro. to Element Level Bridge Inspection
December 15 - December 17, 2020
8:00am – 12:00pm each day
Online
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Registration closes on December 5, 2020
(IDOT recommends using Internet Explorer)

Description

All training version are based on the "AASHTO Manual for Bridge Element Inspection" and provides introductory training on element level inspection of in-service highway bridges.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:

• Explain the following terms:
• Component vs. Element vs. Safety Inspection Data
• Elements (NBE, BME, ADE)
• • Element Environments
  • Element Condition States
  • Element Defects
• Structures and Structure Units
• Explain the rules and conventions for identifying and quantifying elements
• Interpret condition state language
• Review as-built plans to identify bridge elements and determine appropriate units and quantities for elements
• Interpret condition state language based on visual observations and quantify and record observations
• Explain why bridge management is important
• Explain how element level data supports bridge management
• Identify areas of inconsistency and/or differing interpretations
• Suggest areas for clarification or further guidance

Target Audience

Federal, State, and local highway agency employees, and consultants involved in inspecting bridges or in charge of a bridge inspection unit. A background in bridge engineering and/or bridge inspection is recommended.

Course Handouts

Printed handouts will not be provided.  Please print or bring tablet/laptop to view the pdfs.

Agenda

Participant Workbook

Lesson 4 & Lesson 6 blank form (PDF) | Word

Example Plans

Element and Condition State Handout

Evaluation Form

Any questions regarding the course should be directed to the Bridge Management Unit

December 7-9, 2020 - Online Class
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM each day
REGISTRATION CLOSED
 Registration closes on November 30, 2020
(IDOT recommends using Internet Explorer)

March 1-3, 2021 - Online Class
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM each day
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 Registration closes on February 22, 2021
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October 25-27, 2021 - Online Class
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM each day
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 Registration closes on October 18, 2021
(IDOT recommends using Internet Explorer)

98 seats are available for each class. There is no cost for the class. Individuals wishing to register for the course should click the registration link above.

Due to the high volume of inspectors requiring training, IDOT will determine the class roster based on the needs of the Department and other considerations. 

Any questions regarding the course should be directed to the Bridge Management Unit.

An individual inspector's required refresher training class and deadline date are available by clicking here.

Calibration Class Notes
Agenda, Day 1 Handout, Day 2 Handout, Day 3 Handout.

2 day, Bridge Element Inspection Class
October 8 - October 9, 2019
Registration for this class has expired
(IDOT recommends using Internet Explorer)

The Springfield, IL class will be held at:
Illinois Department of Transportation
Executive Conference Room
2300 S. Dirksen Parkway
Springfield, IL 62764 - map

Any questions regarding the course should be directed to the Bridge Management Unit

Class Agenda

Class agenda and items inspectors should bring to class is available for download.