USDOT Awards Rutgers CAIT $5M to Study Sustainable Cement Alternatives
Researchers will investigate the use of steel slag and its potential to help decarbonize the nation’s transportation sector.
CAIT Leads Innovation & Economic Development Work at Rutgers
The University recognized CAIT programs that helped Rutgers secure the APLU's prestigious “Innovation & Economic Prosperity” designation.
CAIT Helps Northeast Region Prepare for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Inaugural workshop convened international leaders in large-event execution, including transportation planners of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Rail Lab Will Use AI-powered Tech to Make Public Transit Safer
CAIT researchers are deploying AI to help reduce pedestrian & vehicle accidents on NJ TRANSIT’s Hudson-Bergen Light Rail line.
Progress Continues on the Portal North Bridge Replacement Project
NJ TRANSIT announced construction is officially 50 percent complete on this critical project supporting the Gateway Program and service along the Northeast Corridor.
Rutgers Researcher Wins 2024 ACECNJ Educator of the Year Award
Dr. Peter Jin was recognized by ACECNJ for his work supporting students at Rutgers and his positive impact on the engineering profession.
Rutgers CAIT Awarded $5M USDOT Cooperative Agreement to Build Advanced Bridge Technology Clearinghouse
The research program will develop a semi-autonomous online portal for identifying and promoting new bridge technologies into practice.

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October 2024

**Class Full** NJLTAP - Title VI Training (Webinar)

  • October 15October 16
  • 9:30 am–1:00 pm

The goal of this Title VI Training is to provide NJDOT staff and sub-recipients (i.e., municipalities, counties, and MPOs) with a background on Title VI, Environmental Justice, and LEP and convey our collective responsibility under the Title VI program to ensure that nondiscrimination principles and provisions are followed.

**Class Full** NJLTAP - Public Sidewalk Curb Ramp Design (In-Person)

  • October 17
  • 8:30 am–3:00 pm

This 1-day workshop will cover the current design guidelines in Sections 5.6.4 through 5.7.4 of the current version of the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) Roadway Design Manual for public sidewalk curb ramp design. Learn how to properly design public sidewalk curb ramps as per the latest guidelines.

NJSACE Fall Forum

  • October 18
  • 8:15 am–3:30 pm

Join us for the Fall Forum!

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NJLTAP - Construction and Project Cost Estimating for Public Works Projects (In-Perso

  • October 21
  • 8:30 am–3:30 pm

This course provides an understanding of practical applications for performing estimates on typical construction and maintenance projects. Various mathematical rules necessary to perform basic computations and formulas to perform cost and quantity calculations are reviewed.

26th Annual NJDOT Research Showcase

  • October 23
  • 8:30 am–3:00 pm

The Annual New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) Research Showcase is an opportunity for New Jersey’s transportation community to experience the broad scope of ongoing academic research initiatives and share technology transfer activities being conducted by institutions of higher education (IHE) partners and their

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Training

Traffic Control Coordinator Refresher (Webinar)

  • October 25
  • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

If you want to work on NJDOT-funded infrastructure projects and haven't taken a refresher in two years, better sign up now. Course covers MUTCD, info on keeping workers safe, new NJDOT safety specs, and other federal and state regulations/changes.

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**Class Full** NJLTAP - Guidelines for Guide Rail and Median Barrier Design (In-Perso

  • October 30October 31
  • 9:00 am–3:00 pm

This 2-day workshop will cover the current design guidelines in Section 8 of the NJDOT Roadway Design Manual, covering clear zone, warranting obstructions, guide rail height, clearance from traveled way, rubrail, reduced post spacing at obstructions, guide rail at structures, and more.

November 2024

NJLTAP - Winter Maintenance Snow and Ice Control (In-Person)

  • November 1
  • 8:30 am–4:00 pm

This three module training workshop will cover the full range of snow and ice removal and control, including program development, planning, pre-season activities, in-season operations, post storm activities, and post season activities.

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NJLTAP - Guide Rail and Median Barrier Inspection **Class Full**

  • November 4
  • 9:30 am–3:00 pm

This 1-day workshop will cover the current guide rail and barrier curb construction details in the NJDOT Standard Roadway Construction Details regarding their proper inspection.

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NJLTAP - Federal-aid Responsible Charge Training (Webinar)

  • November 6November 7
  • 9:00 am–12:00 pm

This Federal-Aid Responsible Charge Training for Directors, Program Managers,  Financial Officers, and Persons of Responsible Charge is required for the person in Responsible Charge of Federally Funded Local Aid projects. This course will provide information and expectations for the first time Federal-aid recipient

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NJLTAP - Principles of Paving (In-Person)

  • November 12
  • 8:30 am–4:00 pm

This course is for municipal or county employees and those that work with them who are involved in the planning, inspecting and placing of asphalt pavements. The course will provide the information needed to properly plan and monitor a hot mix asphalt paving project.

NJLTAP - Local Road Safety Plans (In-Person)

  • November 13
  • 8:30 am–12:30 pm

This webinar will introduce attendees to the Local Road Safety Plan initiative (LRSP), a process designed by FHWA to help local public agencies (LPAs) strategically plan for and deploy proven safety countermeasures on their local road systems. Register to learn more about how an having an LRSP can help you!

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Work Zone Safety Awareness (Webinar)

  • November 14
  • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

The Work Zone Safety Awareness Program is offered to participants who require an overview of working safely in the roadway. This course is vital for personnel who are required to set up short-term work zones or are assigned to long-term projects, to ensure compliance with the national MUTCD standards.

NJLTAP - Public Sidewalk Curb Ramp Inspection (In-Person)

  • November 14
  • 10:00 am–3:00 pm

This one-day workshop will cover the current curb ramp and sidewalk criteria in parts of Sections 5.6.4, 5.7.1, 5.7.3 and 5.7.4 of the current version of the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) Roadway Design Manual for public sidewalk curb ramps.

December 2024

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NJLTAP - Traffic Incident Management (Webinar)

  • December 4
  • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

The training covers topics including TIM guidelines, fundamentals, and terminology; notifications and scene size up; scene safety and risk management; traffic management; special circumstances; clearance; and termination.

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NJLTAP - Basic Math and Plan Reading (In-Person)

  • December 5
  • 8:30 am–12:30 pm

This course provides a refresher on basic math skills related to construction inspection and road maintenance, as well as how to locate information within a set of plans. Topics will include reading notes, determining quantities and understanding topography, basic Geometry, area and volume. Road Foreman, Inspectors and Cre

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NJLTAP - Traffic Signs and Pavement Markings (In-Person)

  • December 9
  • 8:30 am–12:30 pm

This course reviews the basic regulations and engineering guidelines for the installation of pavement markings and properly establishing and posting regulatory, warning, and guide signs. If you are looking to better understand the concepts and principles behind signage, register today!

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Training

Traffic Control Coordinator Refresher (Webinar)

  • December 12
  • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

If you want to work on NJDOT-funded infrastructure projects and haven't taken a refresher in two years, better sign up now. Course covers MUTCD, info on keeping workers safe, new NJDOT safety specs, and other federal and state regulations/changes.

NJLTAP - Project Management for Everyone (In-Person)

  • December 16
  • 8:00 am–4:00 pm

This course is designed to introduce many of these best practices to any audience. Whether you are new or experienced, you will walk away from this class with new outlooks and ideas about how to be a better project manager or team member.

Traffic Control Coordinator Program (Webinar)

  • December 17December 19
  • 8:00 am–4:00 pm

This 3 day webinar is designed for experienced highway work zone personnel who seek training in work zone traffic control. NJDOT and other agencies require a contractor to assign a supervisory-level employee with requisite onsite experience to act as the Traffic Control Coordinator (TCC) on roadway construction projects.

January 2025

safety attenuator truck on highway road project at night
Training

Traffic Control Coordinator Refresher (Webinar)

  • January 7, 2025
  • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

If you want to work on NJDOT-funded infrastructure projects and haven't taken a refresher in two years, better sign up now. Course covers MUTCD, info on keeping workers safe, new NJDOT safety specs, and other federal and state regulations/changes.

nighttime work zone with police and traffic
Training

Work Zone Safety Awareness (Webinar)

  • January 9, 2025
  • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

The Work Zone Safety Awareness Program is offered to participants who require an overview of working safely in the roadway. This course is vital for personnel who are required to set up short-term work zones or are assigned to long-term projects, to ensure compliance with the national MUTCD standards.

Traffic Control Coordinator Program (Webinar)

  • January 14, 2025January 16, 2025
  • 8:00 am–4:00 pm

This 3-day webinar is designed for experienced highway work zone personnel who seek training in work zone traffic control. NJDOT and other agencies require a contractor to assign a supervisory-level employee with requisite onsite experience to act as the Traffic Control Coordinator (TCC) on roadway construction projects.

February 2025

safety attenuator truck on highway road project at night
Training

Traffic Control Coordinator Refresher (Webinar)

  • February 13, 2025
  • 8:00 am–12:00 pm

If you want to work on NJDOT-funded infrastructure projects and haven't taken a refresher in two years, better sign up now. Course covers MUTCD, info on keeping workers safe, new NJDOT safety specs, and other federal and state regulations/changes.

Traffic Control Coordinator Program (Webinar)

  • February 18, 2025February 20, 2025
  • 8:00 am–4:00 pm

This 3-day webinar is designed for experienced highway work zone personnel who seek training in work zone traffic control. NJDOT and other agencies require a contractor to assign a supervisory-level employee with requisite onsite experience to act as the Traffic Control Coordinator (TCC) on roadway construction projects.

The goal of this Title VI Training is to provide NJDOT staff and sub-recipients (i.e., municipalities, counties, and MPOs) with a background on Title VI, Environmental Justice, and LEP and convey our collective responsibility under the Title VI program to ensure that nondiscrimination principles and provisions are followed.
This 1-day workshop will cover the current design guidelines in Sections 5.6.4 through 5.7.4 of the current version of the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) Roadway Design Manual for public sidewalk curb ramp design. Learn how to properly design public sidewalk curb ramps as per the latest guidelines.
18 Oct 2024
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