Training

Bridge inspection

Bridge Maintenance Academy 1

Jan. 13-17, 2014 at MnDOT Training and Conference Center in Shoreview
Cost: $75

Participants will receive a classroom introduction to the fundamentals required to perform bridge maintenance effectively including bridge mechanics, bridge design concepts, plan reading, concrete, bridge safety and bridge preservation. In addition, a full day tour of bridge construction projects or manufacturing facilities will expose participants to various aspects of bridge maintenance fundamentals.

To register, complete registration form (Word, 0.5 MB) and mail form and check payment to:

Norm Plasch
Minnesota Department of Transportation
395 John Ireland Blvd
St. Paul, MN 55155

Bridge Maintenance Academy 2

Feb. 10-14, 2014 at MnDOT Shakopee Truck Station
Cost: $450

Participants will receive an introduction to the fundamentals required to perform bridge maintenance effectively including structural steel, shotcrete and formwork. Participants will also be given the opportunity to observe experts and perform hands-on bridge maintenance tasks, such as concrete formwork, rebar placement, concrete placement, finishing and curing, chain dragging, concrete removal, patching and structural steel repair.

To register, complete registration form (Word, 0.5 MB) and mail form and check payment to:

Norm Plasch
Minnesota Department of Transportation
395 John Ireland Blvd
St. Paul, MN 55155

Bridge Safety Inspection Refresher Seminars

February and March, 2014 at various locations statewide
Cost: $85

The Minnesota Department of Transportation conducts Bridge Safety Inspection Refresher Training each year to improve the quality of inspections, introduce new equipment and techniques, and maintain consistency and reliability throughout the state-wide network of bridge safety inspection programs. View training dates, locations and registration information.