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INSTRUCTORS: 
Joe Stiglich
Henk Voogt, Aff.M.ASCE
Chris Waterson
William Crowe, P.E., M.ASCE

Purpose and Background

These presentations were recorded at the ASCE Ports Conference 2025

Dry Docks 101 (19 minutes)

This presentation introduces the fundamental concepts of dry dock systems used to maintain and service marine vessels. It covers types of dry docks, basic design and operational considerations, and the role dry docks play in port and naval infrastructure. The session is ideal for professionals seeking a foundational understanding of this critical marine facility type. Attendees will gain insight into how dry docks support long-term vessel readiness and port capabilities.

Asset Management at Port of Rotterdam, do plan repairs, predict them (20 minutes)

Discover how the Port of Rotterdam leverages predictive maintenance and data analytics to manage its extensive marine infrastructure. This presentation highlights digital tools and decision-making frameworks that reduce downtime and extend asset life. It focuses on shifting from reactive to proactive repair strategies through real-time monitoring and lifecycle modeling. Viewers will learn how data-driven asset management enhances operational efficiency and sustainability at one of the world’s busiest ports.

Port of Providence, Rhode Island (17 minutes)

Learn about the Port of Providence’s infrastructure and its role in regional trade, energy distribution, and local economic development. This presentation covers key facilities, operations, and current investment strategies shaping the port’s future. It also touches on climate and environmental considerations influencing port design and use. Attendees will better understand how smaller ports play an outsized role in supply chains and urban infrastructure.

Mooring and Berthing Software (19 minutes)

Learn how modern mooring and berthing software is used to simulate vessel interactions with port infrastructure under various environmental and operational conditions. This session introduces the fundamentals of mooring analysis tools and demonstrates how these models inform the design of fendering systems, bollard placement, and berthing layouts. The presentation emphasizes practical use cases and performance verification. Engineers and planners will see how digital tools help enhance safety and efficiency in port operations.

Who is Port Canaveral (16 minutes)

Explore the structure, operations, and growth strategy of Port Canaveral—one of the most diverse ports in the U.S., handling cruise, cargo, and naval operations. This presentation provides a snapshot of the port’s history, economic impact, and engineering challenges. Attendees will gain perspective on how Port Canaveral balances tourism, trade, and national security responsibilities. The session is a useful overview for professionals interested in port planning and multi-purpose facility management.

Benefits and Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Define the basic functions, components, and operational principles of dry dock systems used in port infrastructure.
• Explain how predictive maintenance strategies and data analytics improve infrastructure asset management in modern ports.
• Describe the operational structure and multi-purpose functionality of Port Canaveral and its role in cruise, cargo, and military operations.
• Identify the key infrastructure and operational strategies that support the Port of Providence’s regional economic and logistical role.

Assessment of Learning Outcomes

Students' achievement of the learning outcomes will be assessed via a short post-test assessment (true-false, multiple choice, and/or fill in the blank questions).

Who Should Attend?

• Port engineers
• Port authority staff
• Project managers
• General contractors
• Early career professionals

How to Earn Your CEUs/PDHs and Receive Your Certificate of Completion

To receive your certificate of completion, you will need to complete a short post-test and receive a passing score of 70% or higher within 1 year of purchasing the course.

How do I convert CEUs to PDHs?

1.0 CEU = 10 PDHs [Example: 0.1 CEU = 1 PDH]