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Allan Block Presentations Available to You as a

Design Professional

Allan Block products are produced and sold by local companies to your area. Contact Allan Block

Corp. to schedule a course, obtain free design software, or obtain local contact information to service

your company or project needs. All courses offer Professional Continuing Education Credits. Contact

Allan Block at (800) 899-5309 or engineering@allanblock.com

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Contents 101 Principles of SRW Performance, Design, and Construction ................................................................... 3

201 - Best Practices Approach for SRW Design ............................................................................................. 4

101-201 Lab 1 Basic Use of AB Walls 3D+Terraces Design Software ........................................................... 5

101-201 Lab 2 Advanced Use of AB Walls 3D+Terraces Design Software .................................................... 6

101-201 Lab 3 - Creating Submittals using AB Walls Design Software ......................................................... 7

101-201 Lab 4 – Addressing Water Management in AB Walls Design Software .......................................... 8

101-201 Lab 5 - Addressing Above Wall Considerations in AB Walls Design Software ................................ 9

101-201 Lab 6 - Terraces and Global Stability in AB Walls Design Software .............................................. 10

101-201 Lab 7 – Using No-Fines Concrete in AB Walls Design Software .................................................... 11

101-201 Lab 8 - Complex Composite Structures in AB Walls Design Software .......................................... 12

101-201 Lab 9 - 3D Modeling in AB Walls Design Software ........................................................................ 13

101-201 Lab 10 - Seismic Consideration in AB Walls Design Software ....................................................... 14

101-201 Lab 11 – Using AB CADD in AB Walls Design Software ................................................................. 15

101-201 Lab 12 - Developing Proper Drawing Standards............................................................................ 16

101A – Principles of SRW Performance, Design, and Construction for Architects and Landscape

Architects ..................................................................................................................................................... 17

101A - Lab 1 – Basic use of AB Walls Design Software for developing 3D Drawings for use in Revit for

Architects and Landscape Architects ........................................................................................................... 18

101 Insp – Principles of SRW Performance, Design, and Construction for Building Officials and Inspectors

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102 - Principles of AB Fence Performance, Design, and Construction ........................................................ 20

Resource material available from Allan Block:

AB Commercial Installation Manual – Guide to plan, design and build segmental retaining walls

Best Practices for SRW Design – 30+ years of experience and testing to support Zero Wall Failures

AB Spec Book: Retaining Walls – References specifications, details and construction tolerances

AB Engineering Manual for Retaining Walls – Step by step engineering calculations used in this basic

design methodology.

AB Seismic Testing Summary – Full-scale seismic testing that changed the industry

AB Fence Installation Manual – Guide to plan, design and build with Allan Blocks mortarless fence

AB Fence Engineering Manual – Description of the design methodology for the AB Fence system

AB Fence Executive Testing Summary – Full-scale testing to support the design methods & applications

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101 Principles of SRW Performance, Design, and Construction

How can you fit more into any given space? How do you give your client everything that they want and

need for their home and business? In many cases, you will need to develop more buildable land. Learn

how Segmental Retaining Walls (SRWs) work, the basics of Design, and Construction Concepts for

developing Site Solutions for delivering to the needs of your customers. This session provides the

foundational information for all the other topics contained in our training programs for Design

Professionals. This course provides value to both those that are exploring options for their projects and

those that intend to design wall structures.

The intent of this class is to present the material to provide an understanding of how SRWs can be

melded into the landscape to develop a cost-effective design solution. As part of the presentation, the

advancements in the industry will be discussed, which include both technical and practical issues for

your consideration. You will also be exposed to industry best design tools, technical support, and locally

manufactured and supported product.

Attendees can expect to gain the following skills:

1. Recognize the advantages of SRW’s. 2. Describe the principles of wall design and how SRW products work. 3. Review of full-scale seismic testing to demonstrate how these structures deliver both structural

integrity and flexibility. 4. Identify the details required to ensure walls are constructed to meet design requirements. 5. Discuss reasons why retaining walls fail and learn about our path to Zero Wall Failures. 6. Learn what tools and support are available to help you bring more value to your customer and

business.

Ideal Attendee

Any designers associated with land development will benefit from this course. Open discussions will build off the attendee’s experience and knowledge. Additionally, this course is useful for building officials, inspectors and architects who require increased technical knowledge about SRW’s.

Requirements for Successful Completion

1. Attendance for entire course 2. Completion of the End-of-Course Assessment

*IACET CEU’s awarded upon successful completion = 0.1 (1 hour of continuing education)

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201 - Best Practices Approach for SRW Design

Mistakes of the past need not be repeated with a clear understanding of all aspects of how something

performs. The Best Practice approach to SRW Design provides a detailed resource to help Design

Professionals address a wide range of topics to achieve our Zero Wall Failures mission.

The Allan Block Best Practice presentation is intended to communicate the best practices for design of

Segmental Retaining Walls (SRW) as determined by Allan Block Corporation, based on 30 plus years of

research, design, and field experience. As part of the presentation, twelve different design topics will be

introduced that will cover topics from initial design considerations, to how the top of the wall will be

finished. Each topic is discussed by examining specific details and expanded information presented for

each.

Attendees can expect to gain the following skills:

1. Recognize the roles and responsibilities of the local engineer of record. 2. Describe the principles of design guidelines, what should be provided in shop drawings and

submittal packages, and preconstruction considerations. 3. Review of detailed elements for typical wall designs. 4. Identify the considerations needed for water management and applications. 5. Describe the proper soil and compaction considerations. 6. Recognize proper geogrid design and orientation. 7. Identify the different design considerations when working on a taller wall project. 8. Identify the considerations for global stability and seismic analysis. 9. Review how the top of the walls are finished and the influence on the design. Ideal Attendee

This course is perfectly suited for both seasoned designers and for expanding on the foundation of

material presented in our 101 Principles of SRW Performance, Design, and Construction course. Open

discussions will build off the attendee’s experience and knowledge. Additionally, this course is useful for

building officials, inspectors, and architects who require increased technical knowledge about SRW’s.

Requirements for Successful Completion

1. Attendance for entire course 2. Completion of the End-of-Course Assessment

*IACET CEU’s awarded upon successful completion = 0.1 (1 hour of continuing education) Suggested Prior Courses

• 101 Principles of SRW Performance, Design, and Construction

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101-201 Lab 1 Basic Use of AB Walls 3D+Terraces Design Software

An interactive tutorial for the most comprehensive segmental retaining wall (SRW) design software in

the world. With a wide range of application-based design tools, to outputs that meet the needs for

permits and construction, to Mathcad files with hand calcs to validate your design, you will see how you

can bring more value to your customer. Free software is available for Design Professionals that

participate in this one-hour tutorial.

The AB Walls 3D+Terraces software presentation is an introductory course on Allan Block’s SRW design

program. The intent is to develop an understanding of the software’s main features.

Attendees can expect to gain the following skills:

1. Recognize the three wall views (plan, elevation, and cross section) and that they can be designed simultaneously.

2. Apply the ability to input information and utilize the program. 3. Identify advantages of the options for printing and importing drawings into a DXF file. 4. To be introduced to the 3D export tool and how to use it in Sketch Up. 5. Understand how you can now model terraced walls within the program. 6. Be exposed to technical professional support available at no charge.

Ideal Attendee

This course has been developed for the retaining wall designer who has participated in wall projects and

will be taking a more active role in the design or design review process. Attendees of this course should

have a basic understanding of how SRW’s function.

Requirements for Successful Completion

1. Attendance for entire course 2. Demonstration of Comprehension 3. Completion of the End-of-Course Assessment

*IACET CEU’s awarded upon successful completion = 0.1 (1 hour of continuing education) Suggested Prior Courses

• 101 Principles of SRW Performance, Design,

and Construction

• 201 Best Practices Approach for SRW Design

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101-201 Lab 2 Advanced Use of AB Walls 3D+Terraces Design Software

As the most advanced design tool available for segmental retaining walls (SRWs), the AB Walls Advance

Tutorial Part 1 is to expand on the introductory course on Allan Block’s SRW design program and cover

the advance features of the program that will help a designer model site specific conditions and

customize the results. This session expands the understanding of how AB Walls will help overcome real

life issues found on a wide range of projects while providing technical guidance for loading conditions

such as pseudo static loading.

Attendees can expect to gain the following skills:

1. Review how Best Practices for SRW Design has been incorporated into the design software for water

management.

2. How to apply Seismic and Trial Wedge in AB Walls.

3. Alternate reinforcement options in AB Walls.

4. Identify what factors may require a design analysis that would follow a Complex Composite

Approach when designing an SRW structure.

5. Recognize how AB Walls incorporates Complex Composite Structures into the design analysis.

6. Identify how site conditions can be modeled within the program to customize the results.

Ideal Attendee

This course has been developed for the retaining wall designer who has participated in wall projects and

will be taking a more active role in the design or design review process. Attendees of this course should

have an increased understanding of how AB Walls 3D+Terraces performs.

Requirements for Successful Completion

1. Attendance for entire course 2. Demonstration of Comprehension 3. Completion of the End-of-Course Assessment

*IACET CEU’s awarded upon successful completion = 0.1 (1 hour of continuing education) Suggested Prior Courses

• 101 Principles of SRW Performance, Design,

and Construction

• 201 Best Practices Approach for SRW Design

• 101-201 Lab 1 Basic Use of AB Walls

3D+Terraces Design Software

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101-201 Lab 3 - Creating Submittals Using AB Walls Design Software

Great outcomes are a result of clear directions. AB Walls has incorporated drawing and printing tools

and formats to provide a path for communicating all your requirements for any project. Learn how you

can provide professional outputs or incorporate your work product into the drawing tool of your choice.

Upon completion, the attendee will understand how easy it is to create professionals’ documents using AB Walls 3D+Terraces. Attendee will leave with the tools and resources to ensure their next retaining wall project is a success.

Attendees can expect to gain the following skills:

1. Why submittals are important.

2. Introduction to AB Walls 3D+Terraces.

3. How to customize your output to be project specific.

4. Output from AB Walls software.

5. How to export and modify these drawings in AutoCAD.

Ideal Attendee

This course has been developed for the retaining wall designer who has participated in wall projects and

will be taking a more active role in the design process. Attendees of this course should have a basic

understanding of how SRW’s function.

Requirements for Successful Completion

1. Attendance for entire course 2. Completion of the End-of-Course Assessment

*IACET CEU’s awarded upon successful completion = 0.1 (1 hour of continuing education) Suggested Prior Courses

• 101 Principles of SRW Performance, Design,

and Construction

• 201 Best Practices Approach for SRW Design

• 101-201 Lab 1 Basic Use of AB Walls

3D+Terraces Design Software

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101-201 Lab 4 – Addressing Water Management in AB Walls Design

Software

After the construction of any segmental retaining wall (SRW) project, the number one reason for a wall

issue is water. What issues need to be addressed to deal with these concerns during the design process

and how AB Walls can make the incorporation of Best Practice Details into this process will be discussed.

We will be covering what it takes to minimize wall failures and then show how AB Walls 3D+Terraces

supports your efforts.

Upon completion, the attendee will understand how to modify their design using AB Walls 3D+Terraces to minimize a future water problem. Attendee will leave with the tools and resources to ensure their next retaining wall project is a success.

Attendees can expect to gain the following skills: 1. Review Chapters 3, 4 and 5 of the Best Practices for SRW Design Manual. 2. Discuss proper water management activities that include wall drainage and above grade water. 3. Identify when alternate drains are used. 4. Outline the requirements when building in a water application. Ideal Attendee

This course has been developed for the retaining wall designer who has participated in wall projects and

will be taking a more active role in the design process. Attendees of this course should have a basic

understanding of how SRW’s function.

Requirements for Successful Completion

1. Attendance for entire course 2. Completion of the End-of-Course Assessment

*IACET CEU’s awarded upon successful completion = 0.1 (1 hour of continuing education) Suggested Prior Courses

• 101 Principles of SRW Performance, Design, and

Construction

• 201 Best Practices Approach for SRW Design

• 101-201 Lab 1 Basic Use of AB Walls 3D+Terraces

Design Software

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101-201 Lab 5 - Addressing Above Wall Considerations in AB Walls

Design Software

No two construction sites are alike, and what is above the wall can influence the design. Think about

what above wall considerations you need to deal with on your project and how that might impact the

retaining wall. We will discuss how the above wall conditions need to be applied, and how AB Walls

3D+Terraces is a great tool to model these site conditions.

Upon completion, the attendee will understand how these above wall conditions will affect their design and leave with the tools and resources to ensure their next retaining wall project is a success.

Attendees can expect to gain the following skills:

1. Review Chapters 12 of Best Practices that covers above wall considerations. 2. Review how the designs may change when parking lots, roads, or driveways are above the wall. 3. Discuss how to handle railings, fences, and impact barriers that are located behind the wall. 4. Outline what considerations should be made when steep slopes are proposed in the final grading. 5. Plantings behind a wall and design consideration on how to finish off the top of your wall. 6. How AB Walls 3D+Terraces can be utilized as a design tool to model these conditions.

Ideal Attendee

This course has been developed for the retaining wall designer who has participated in wall projects and

will be taking a more active role in the design process. Attendees of this course should have a basic

understanding of how SRW’s function.

Requirements for Successful Completion

1. Attendance for entire course 2. Completion of the End-of-Course Assessment

*IACET CEU’s awarded upon successful completion = 0.1 (1 hour of continuing education) Suggested Prior Courses

• 101 Principles of SRW Performance, Design, and

Construction

• 201 Best Practices Approach for SRW Design

• 101-201 Lab 1 Basic Use of AB Walls 3D+Terraces

Design Software

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101-201 Lab 6 - Terraces and Global Stability in AB Walls Design

Software

The design concepts for evaluating a terraced application has now evolved from estimating surcharges for terraces above a given retaining wall to a geotechnical Bishops type analysis using Limit Equilibrium. This course will not only discuss how this may all be done using AB Walls, but we will also show how your file may be exported to do the last step of the design process by running a Global Stability Analysis in Ressa. This lab will host an in-depth discussion on terraced applications and global stability considerations. We will then outline how AB Walls 3D+Terraces can be a tool to help model these site conditions. Attendees can expect to gain the following skills:

1. Discuss how terraced wall applications change designs and how they can be accommodated. 2. Review Chapters 9 and 10 of Best Practices that talk about Global Stability. 3. Outline how slopes above and below the wall impact the design. 4. Review what design considerations need to be made when global instability is encountered. 5. Define the difference between a Global Stability and Internal Compound Stability. 6. Recognize how to model a terraced wall into AB Walls 3D + Terraces.

Ideal Attendee

This course has been developed for the retaining wall designer who has participated in wall projects and

will be taking a more active role in the design process. Attendees of this course should have a basic

understanding of how SRW’s function.

Requirements for Successful Completion

1. Attendance for entire course 2. Completion of the End-of-Course Assessment

*IACET CEU’s awarded upon successful completion = 0.1 (1 hour of continuing education) Suggested Prior Courses

• 101 Principles of SRW Performance, Design, and

Construction

• 201 Best Practices Approach for SRW Design

• 101-201 Lab 1 Basic Use of AB Walls 3D+Terraces

Design Software

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101-201 Lab 7 – Using No-Fines Concrete in AB Walls Design Software

As site conditions change, the use of geogrid reinforcement may not be possible. This presentation provides an overview of how No-Fines Concrete provided a solution on sites where excavation limits are important and how AB Walls can be used to facilitate the design, plans, submittal, and estimate. The lab will focus on using no-fines concrete as a way to add stability to your retaining wall design. Upon completion, the attendee will understand what no-fines concrete is, when it can be used, and some of the advantages and solutions it can bring as an alternate reinforcement. Attendee will leave with the tools and resources to ensure their next retaining wall project is a success.

Attendees can expect to gain the following skills:

1. Understand what no-fines concrete is. 2. Recognize how no-fines concrete is used to stabilize the back-fill and create a composite mass. 3. Understand proper installation of no-fines concrete. 4. Identify potential project applications. 5. Recognize how AB Walls 3D+Terraces can be utilized as a design tool to model these conditions.

Ideal Attendee

This course has been developed for the retaining wall designer who has participated in wall projects and

will be taking a more active role in the design process. Attendees of this course should have a basic

understanding of how SRW’s function.

Requirements for Successful Completion

1. Attendance for entire course 2. Completion of the End-of-Course Assessment

*IACET CEU’s awarded upon successful completion = 0.1 (1 hour of continuing education) Suggested Prior Courses

• 101 Principles of SRW Performance, Design, and

Construction

• 201 Best Practices Approach for SRW Design

• 101-201 Lab 1 Basic Use of AB Walls 3D+Terraces

Design Software

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101-201 Lab 8 - Complex Composite Structures in AB Walls Design

Software

Site conditions can often require unique applications as you look for the best solution. Complex

Composite Structures (CCS) are complex because more than one structure is used in the analysis, but

remain as composite structures because they rely on multiple materials to resist the forces to create an

effective solution.

Introducing the topic of how segmental retaining walls (SRWs) may provide unique solutions to

complicated sites. The concept of designing a Complex Composite Structure (CCS) and how using AB

Walls makes the layout and analysis very straightforward.

Attendees can expect to gain the following skills:

1. Define what is a Complex Composite Structure (CCS).

2. Recognize when would CCS be a considerable design option?

3. Identify types of CCS used in a SRW Design.

4. Understand how to calculate a Complex Composite Structure (CCS)

a. Upper structure vs lower structure

b. External stability

c. Internal Stability

d. Internal Compound Stability

5. Review examples of Complex Composite Structures

configuration in AB Walls.

Ideal Attendee

This course has been developed for the retaining wall

designer who has participated in wall projects and will be

taking a more active role in the design process. Attendees

of this course should have a basic understanding of how

SRW’s function.

Requirements for Successful Completion

1. Attendance for entire course 2. Completion of the End-of-Course Assessment

*IACET CEU’s awarded upon successful completion = 0.1 (1 hour of continuing education) Suggested Prior Courses

• 101 Principles of SRW Performance, Design, and

Construction

• 201 Best Practices Approach for SRW Design

• 101-201 Lab 1 Basic Use of AB Walls 3D+Terraces

Design Software

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101-201 Lab 9 - 3D Modeling in AB Walls Design Software

As the move to Building Information Modeling (BIM) becomes a norm and to address expectations for

better visualization of a site, 3D modeling is required. Learn how simple it is to take your final design and

obtain a 3D output to enhance what you are delivering to your customer.

Allan Block is taking the opportunity to take AB Walls 3D+Terraces and extending its reach into three-dimensional project drawings. For residential and commercial projects alike, customers expect a visual picture of what they are anticipating. For projects requiring BIM, the. rb files may be easily imported into Revit. Upon completion, the attendee will understand how to create a 3D model using their final design from AB Walls 3D + Terraces and how to import in Sketch Up. Attendee will leave with the tools and resources to ensure their next retaining wall project is a success. Attendees can expect to gain the following skills:

1. Identify why 3D modeling is so important for customers today.

2. Recognize BIM – 3D Modeling.

3. Overview of AB Walls 3D+Terraces.

4. Understand how AB Walls 3D+Terraces export to DXF file (AutoCAD).

5. Identify how to use the Allan Block Sketch Up Extension.

Ideal Attendee

This course has been developed for the retaining wall designer who has participated in wall projects and

will be taking a more active role in the design process. Attendees of this course should have a basic

understanding of how SRW’s function.

Requirements for Successful Completion

1. Attendance for entire course 2. Completion of the End-of-Course Assessment

*IACET CEU’s awarded upon successful completion = 0.1 (1 hour of continuing education) Suggested Prior Courses

• 101 Principles of SRW Performance, Design, and Construction

• 201 Best Practices Approach for SRW Design

• 101-201 Lab 1 Basic Use

of AB Walls 3D+Terraces

Design Software

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101-201 Lab 10 - Seismic Consideration in AB Walls Design Software Join us for a review of the full-scale seismic testing and evolution of addressing pseudo static loads with segmental retaining walls (SRWs.) Retaining walls that are in seismic regions can experience additional dynamic loads and must be engineered to account for them. See how using AB Walls 3D+Terraces, you can address your seismic requirements for your SRW design. Upon completion, the attendee will understand what design considerations to take when designing a SRW in a seismic zone and how AB Walls 3D+Terraces can help you design. Attendee will leave with the tools and resources to ensure their next retaining wall project is a success. Attendees can expect to gain the following skills:

1. Review Chapter 11 of Best Practices for Seismic Considerations. 2. Look at Allan Block's seismic testing and how it has changed the

industry. 3. Recognize the importance of grid embedment depth and

frequency when designing in a seismic zone. 4. Identify types of soils to use in the infill area. 5. Review how a design is changed to account for the additional

dynamic load with AB Walls 3D+Terraces.

Ideal Attendee

This course has been developed for the retaining wall designer who

has participated in wall projects and will be taking a more active role in

the design process. Attendees of this course should have a basic

understanding of how SRW’s function.

Requirements for Successful Completion

1. Attendance for entire course 2. Completion of the End-of-Course Assessment

*IACET CEU’s awarded upon successful completion = 0.1 (1 hour of continuing education) Suggested Prior Courses

• 101 Principles of SRW Performance, Design, and

Construction

• 201 Best Practices Approach for SRW Design

• 101-201 Lab 1 Basic Use of AB Walls 3D+Terraces

Design Software

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101-201 Lab 11 – Using AB CADD in AB Walls Design Software

By expanding the capabilities of AB Walls 3D+Terraces with the introduction of a fully operational

drafting program, Allan Block’s Computer Aided Design and Drafting (AB CADD) will allow design

professionals to utilize the wall information from their site plans and create professional construction

drawings for the retaining wall designs. In this tutorial, we will walk through how AB CADD can bring site

information into AB Walls 3D+Terraces and then be used to quickly prepare their submittals and final

designs.

Attendees can expect to gain the following skills:

1. Demonstrate how a site plan may be opened in AB CADD to allow for the harvesting of the wall profile and details.

2. Utilize AB CADD within AB Walls and create professional construction drawings for the retaining wall designs.

3. Identify how AB CADD elevates the standards of the industry and allows to properly communicate the project requirements to ensure a successful project.

4. Recognize how this design tool will help meet the requirements established by the industry and Allan Block Best Practice approach to SRW design.

Ideal Attendee

This course has been developed for the retaining wall

designer who has participated in wall projects and will be

taking a more active role in the design process. Attendees

of this course should have an increased understanding of

how AB Walls 3D+Terraces preforms.

Requirements for Successful Completion

1. Attendance for entire course 2. Demonstration of Comprehension 3. Completion of the End-of-Course Assessment

*IACET CEU’s awarded upon successful completion = 0.1 (1 hour of continuing education) Suggested Prior Courses

• 101 Principles of SRW Performance, Design, and

Construction

• 201 Best Practices Approach for SRW Design

• 101-201 Lab 1 Basic Use of AB Walls 3D+Terraces

Design Software

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101-201 Lab 12 - Developing Proper Drawing Standards By elevating the drawing standards within the segmental retaining wall (SRW) industry, the design professional will be allowed to properly communicate the project requirements to the contractor and ensure a successful project to create more buildable land. This course will use the professional documents from AB Walls 3D+Terraces with the use of AB CADD that can be used as a template for creating proper drawing standards. Attendees can expect to gain the following skills: 1. Identify the requirements established by industry and Allan Block Best Practice approach to SRW

design. 2. Recognize what needs to be included in construction drawings and what standards are required. 3. Review how proper references between specification and design drawings to even concept details

will reduce confusion.

Ideal Attendee

This course has been developed for the retaining wall designer who has participated in wall projects and

will be taking a more active role in the design process. Attendees of this course should have a basic

understanding of how SRW’s function.

Requirements for Successful Completion

1. Attendance for entire course 2. Demonstration of Comprehension 3. Completion of the End-of-Course Assessment

*IACET CEU’s awarded upon successful completion = 0.1 (1 hour of continuing education) Suggested Prior Courses

• 101 Principles of SRW Performance, Design, and Construction

• 201 Best Practices Approach for SRW Design

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101A – Principles of SRW Performance, Design, and Construction for

Architects and Landscape Architects How can form follow function in land design when incorporating retaining walls to provide more buildable land? In this presentation, we will review the options and details that address the wants and needs of your clients. The Allan Block Retaining Wall Architectural Presentation is a course that is a complete overview of segmental retaining walls (SRW). The intent is to develop an understanding of how all SRW’s function to ensure that these wall structures properly perform. Allan Block’s SRW product lines will be shown, which includes our “Green” recycled SRW system. As part of the presentation, information on the additional product lines available - AB Fence and AB Courtyard Collections (patio seating walls) - will be introduced with highlights of each system. Attendees can expect to gain the following skills:

1. Recognize Allan Block products and know the background 2. Describe the principles of how SRW products work 3. Understand the importance of the formal contractor and inspector training offered by Allan Block 4. Learn the difference between a gravity wall and a reinforced wall 5. Know the availability of online resources 6. Identify the number one construction issue associated with SRWs. 7. Recognize the details required to ensure walls are constructed properly Ideal Attendee

This course is useful for building officials, inspectors, and architects who require increased technical knowledge about SRW’s. Attendees will be exposed to how and where SRW’s can be used to solve land usage issues by walking through the plan/design/build steps highlighted throughout the presentation. Requirements for Successful Completion

1. Attendance for entire course 2. Completion of the End-of-Course Assessment

*IACET CEU’s awarded upon successful completion = 0.1 (1 hour of continuing education)

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101A - Lab 1 – Basic Use of AB Walls Design Software for Developing 3D

Drawings for Use in Revit for Architects and Landscape Architects

Understanding your customer’s needs and wants are essential when working with them. As architects and landscape architects, you take your knowledge and try to deliver. This presentation will help you understand what site solutions are possible with segmental retaining walls (SRWs) and what tools help you present your solutions to your client. Participate in an interactive tutorial to learn how you can layout a retaining wall for your site to quickly produce 3D drawings in Sketchup, or saved to be opened in Revit. Free software is available for Design Professionals that attend this session. Attendees can expect to gain the following skills:

1. Recognize the three wall views (plan, elevation, and cross section) and that they can be designed simultaneously.

2. Apply the ability to input information and utilize the program. 3. Identify advantages of the options for printing and importing drawings into a DXF file. 4. To be introduced to the 3D export tool and how to use it in Sketch Up. 5. Understand how you can now model terraced walls within the program. 6. Recognizer why 3D modeling is so important for customers today.

7. Identify how AB Walls 3D+Terraces export to DXF file (AutoCAD).

Ideal Attendee

This course is useful to architects and landscape architects who participated in wall projects, and will be taking a more active role in the design process. Attendees of this course should have a basic understanding of how SRWs function. Requirements for Successful Completion

1. Attendance for entire course 2. Completion of the End-of-Course Assessment

*IACET CEU’s awarded upon successful completion = 0.1 (1 hour of continuing education) Suggested Prior Courses (Either One)

• 101 Principles of SRW Performance,

Design, and Construction

• 101A Principles of SRW Performance,

Design, and Construction for Architects

or Landscape Architects

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101 Insp – Principles of SRW Performance, Design, and Construction for

Building Officials and Inspectors

Without proper inspection, how can we be assured that construction is done to the requirements of the Design Professional? Learn how segmental retaining walls (SRWs) work, and how they should be installed, as we provide you the knowledge required to perform a proper inspection The Allan Block Inspection presentation is an introductory course regarding the proper installation and construction inspection of segmental retaining walls. The intent is to develop a basic understanding of how SRW’s are built and what to look for when inspecting SRW construction work. Attendees can expect to gain the following skills:

1. Describe the principles of wall design and how SRW products work 2. Recognize basic SRW construction practices 3. Identify reasons why retaining walls fail Ideal Attendee

This course is best suited for building inspectors or engineers that will be monitoring the installation and construction of SRW’s. Prior knowledge or experience is not required to attend. Requirements for Successful Completion

1. Attendance for entire course 2. Completion of the End-of-Course Assessment

*IACET CEU’s awarded upon successful completion = 0.1 (1 hour of continuing education)

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102 - Principles of AB Fence Performance, Design, and Construction

AB Fence is a mortarless concrete fence system that uses maintenance-free interlocking blocks to create

an attractive and effective solution for sound abatement, security, privacy and more. With a clean, crisp

architectural look, AB Fence is sure to be the product of choice. This presentation is an introductory

course on segmental fencing technical information. The intent is to develop a basic understanding of

how the system functions.

Learn how you can design and the construction process for a durable cost-effective fencing system to

address sound abatement, security, and/or privacy that range from a simple 6 ft (1.8 m) privacy fence to

a 30 ft (9 m).

Attendees can expect to gain the following skills:

1. Recognize the performance criteria for a fence system 2. Recognize how segmental concrete fencing works 3. Describe the basic steps of fence installation and design Ideal Attendee

This course is tailored for the engineer or specifier who are new to the fence industry. Additionally, this course is useful for building officials and architects who require increased technical knowledge about fencing systems. Requirements for Successful Completion

1. Attendance for entire course 2. Completion of the End-of-Course Assessment

*IACET CEU’s awarded upon successful completion = 0.1 (1 hour of continuing education)

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Allan Block Corporation 7424 W. 78th St. Bloomington, MN 55439

Phone: (952) 835-5309 Fax: (952) 835-0013 Rev. 1-2-18