NVLTAP: 1st Annual Transportation Peer Exchange (Virtual)
2026-09-23 09:00 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Course Summary:
The Annual Transportation Peer Exchange brings together educators, industry leaders, researchers, and public-sector professionals dedicated to building and sustaining a strong, innovative safety culture.
In 2026, we’ll explore how collaboration, technology, and continuous learning can drive transportation safety initiatives. Safe Roads, Shared Knowledge: Transportation Peer Exchange highlights the partnerships and innovations that power safety from concept to practice — and keep safety culture in the forefront of transportation.
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Nevada LTAP: Introduction to Pavement Management (Virtual)
2026-10-06 09:00 - 2026-10-07 11:30
Date: October 6 and 7, 2026
Time: 9:00 – 11:30am PT both days
Course Summary:

A successful pavement management process is a dynamic and continuous cycle. A pavement management system helps agencies manage pavement data and use data to evaluate the roadway network’s health, predict conditions, and evaluate treatment options.

Learning Objectives:

Describe the function and benefits of a robust pavement management system.

Explain pavement management data requirements.

Describe the pros and cons of pavement condition data collection techniques.

Identify opportunities to improve stakeholder communications using pavement management information.

Identify pavement management tools to support your agency’s pavement management system based on its level of sophistication and budget.

AAPTP Balanced Mix Design for Airfield Pavements: Low-Temperature Cracking Prediction (Virtual)
2026-10-06 10:00 - 11:30
Date: October 6, 2026
Time: 10:00 – 11:30am PT
This webinar presents findings from the AAPTP Balanced Mix Design study on low-temperature cracking prediction of asphalt mixtures for airfield pavements. The session focuses on approaches for assessing a mixture’s potential for crack initiation and discusses the development of a practical framework for characterizing low-temperature cracking progression. Attendees will gain an understanding of how the proposed methodology differentiates mixtures with varying performance characteristics, how the findings were validated using field data, and considerations for future implementation in practice.
Attendees will be able to:

Explain the significance of low-temperature cracking in airfield asphalt pavements and the need to consider cracking potential within balanced mix design.
Describe the methodology for evaluating the low-temperature cracking potential of asphalt mixtures.
Discuss the factors that influence low-temperature cracking progression and identify opportunities for incorporating low-temperature cracking evaluation into mix design and quality assurance practices.

Nevada LTAP: Constructing a Quality Crack Treatment (Virtual)
2026-10-13 09:00 - 11:00
Date: October 13, 2026
Time: 9:00 – 11:00am PT
Course Summary:
Constructing quality crack treatments is essential in using an agency’s resources effectively and efficiently. This 2-hour virtual training teaches participants the steps to complete to obtain a quality crack treatment.
Learning Objectives:

Selecting the right projects and materials.
Conducting adequate crack preparation.
Applying a treatment following best practices.
Inspecting the work.
Identifying and troubleshooting issues that arise during the project.

*Constructing a Quality Crack Treatment is an elective course in the Road Scholar Program.
Intended Audience:
This training is appropriate for anyone who constructs or inspects crack treatments, including crack filling and sealing. There is a mandatory 10-minute online training participants complete prior to attending the web conference (see below). This makes the class accessible for all experience levels.
Prerequisites:
Please complete the self-paced course, Crack Filling and Sealing, before the training begins.

NAPA: Balanced Mix Design for Airfield Pavements: Service-Temperature Cracking Potential (Virtual)
2026-10-13 11:00 - 12:30
Date: October 13, 2026
Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm PT
This webinar presents findings from the AAPTP Balanced Mix Design study on the cracking potential of asphalt mixtures for airfield pavements. The session focuses on approaches for assessing an asphalt mixture’s cracking under service conditions. In addition, the presenters will discuss the development of practical methods for characterizing cracking initiation and progression. Attendees will gain an understanding of how different approaches distinguish mixtures with varying cracking potential, how the findings were validated using field performance data, and considerations for future implementation.
Attendees will able to:

Explain the mechanisms of load-related cracking in airfield asphalt pavements and why cracking potential is an important consideration in balanced mix design.
Describe practical approaches for evaluating the cracking progression of asphalt mixtures.
Discuss how cracking potential evaluation can be incorporated into balanced mix design and quality assurance/quality control practices for airfield pavements.

NVLTAP: Road Safety 365 (Virtual)
2026-11-03 13:00 - 2026-11-04 15:30 | Virtual
Date: November 3-4, 2026
Time: 1:00 – 3:30pm PT
Course Summary:

Reducing the number and severity of crashes on local and rural roadways is a number one priority for most agencies. The FHWA Office of Safety developed “Road Safety 365” to provide local and rural agencies with practical and effective ways to incorporate safety solutions into daily activities and the project development process.
The course explores how construction, maintenance, and other activities can impact roadway safety and provides practical guidance for improving road safety that is specifically geared to local road projects and day-to-day activities.

Learning Objectives:
After attending training, you will be able to:

Identify safety issues unique to local agencies.
Describe ways to incorporate and implement practical safety solutions during projects and maintenance.
Identify common challenges to improving road safety and list existing resources to address them.
Describe practical and low-cost countermeasures to improve safety.
Identify methods to inform decision makers about practical ways to improve safety on local roads.
Explain some of the potential components of a “safety culture” and describe what it means to have a “safety attitude.”
Demonstrate how to “read the road.”
Describe the role of the Strategic Highway Safety Plan and the importance of a Local Road Safety Plan.

*Road Safety 365 is an elective course of the Road Scholar Program.

Nevada LTAP: Selecting the Right Pavement Preservation Treatments (Virtual)
2026-11-18 08:30 - 11:00
Date: November 18, 2026
Time: 8:30 – 11:00am PT
Course Summary:
Once you have identified that projects are appropriate for pavement preservation, the next step is to identify appropriate treatments and select the best option.
This 2.5-hour virtual training introduces a process for selecting appropriate preservation treatments, as illustrated by the flow chart. During the training, participantswill learn how to complete each step of the process. Participants will also complete exercises to apply the process using real project information.
Participants are encouraged to bring information about preservation treatments used by your agency to share in class. This may include treatment costs, treatment results, or materials issues. Your experiences can improve the treatment selection process for everyone!
Learning Objectives:

Use pavement condition and other information to identify appropriate preservation treatment options.
Identify decision-making factors to select the best treatment options.

Intended Audience:
This class is appropriate for anyone making pavement preservation project or treatment selection decisions.
Prerequisites:
Prior to class, every participant must complete the following 5-minute online training, Pavement Preservation Treatment Selection.
Completion of Selecting Pavement Preservation Projects is recommended, but not required, prior to taking this training. Review Pavement Preservation: Project Selection to master the key principles as needed.

MATC Quality in the Asphalt Paving Process (Carson City, NV)
2026-11-18 12:00 - 2026-11-19 16:00
Date: November 18 – November 19, 2026
Time: Day 1: 12:15pm – 4:30pm, Day 2: 8:15am – 4:00pm
Location: Nevada DOT Headquarters, 1263 South Stewart Street, Carson City, NV 89712
Course Overview:
The FHWA is offering a free 2-day workshop to State highway agencies, contractors, and other stakeholders. The workshop will cover the methods, practices, and potential benefits of a quality focused asphalt paving program; all of which increase the longevity of asphalt pavements. This interactive workshop presents a practical overview and quantification of what leads to increased quality in the asphalt paving process with real-world examples and data from the Mobile Asphalt Technology Center (MATC) site visits. The workshop is intended to provide a platform for the exchange of information and experiences. Participants will observe the impact of applying practices that can aid in resolving State-specific issues and concerns with asphalt materials and construction.
Who Should Attend

DOT Construction Staff
DOT Materials Staff
Contractor Superintendent
Contractor Quality Control Managers
FHWA Division Office Staff

A variety of attendee backgrounds is helpful for discussion and can enhance the workshop experience.

NVLTAP: Pavement Marking Installation and Maintenance (Virtual)
2026-12-01 08:00 - 2026-12-02 11:00
Date: December 1-2, 2026
Time: 8:00 – 11:00am PT (both days) *Note you must attend both dates for certificate credit.
Course Summary:

This interactive 6-hour training explores the standard types and uses of pavement markings. It teaches marking installation preparation, marking application and inspection. This training also discusses the value of a pavement marking management system and explores new and upcoming innovations in materials and equipment.
Participants will have opportunities to access pavement marking resources—such as the MUTCD and a variety of local, state, and FHWA documents—and learn to use those resources to answer questions and make decisions that mirror on-the-job tasks. Participants will gain valuable tips from across the country that local agencies may use for installing and inspecting pavement markings, dig into the Nevada specifications, plans, and field inspection guides.

*Pavement Marking Installation and Maintenance is a required course of the Road Scholar Program.
Learning Objectives:

Explain the purpose of different types of pavement markings.
Select the right pavement marking materials.
Describe appropriate pavement marking preparation, application, and inspection procedures.

Nevada LTAP: Barrier Basics (Virtual)
2026-12-08 08:00 - 10:30 | Virtual
Date: December 8, 2026
Time: 8:00 – 10:30 am PT
Location: Virtual
Cost: $20 per person
Course Summary:
This 2.5-hour virtual training explores the basics of longitudinal roadside barriers. Discussion will focus on why and when barriers are needed on the roadway, review the types and characteristics of barriers, and find out where to locate guidance for placing and installing barriers. Finally, there will be a review of maintenance requirements for roadside barriers and discover the important role maintenance plays in keeping the barriers performing as they should.
Participants will have a chance to use resources, such as the AASHTO Roadside Design Guide as well as Nevada-specific design guides and specifications, to answer questions and make decisions about real-world scenarios you might encounter when placing barriers.
*Barrier Basics is a required course of the Road Scholar Program.
Learning Objectives:

Identify several standards for barriers selection and placement.
Identify warrants for the use of barriers.
Compare the benefits and challenges of different types of barriers and end treatments.
Explain three criteria for barrier placement.
List basic elements of barrier inspection.
Given scenarios and the NCHRP 656 criteria, rank the priority for repairing damaged barriers.

To prepare, please ensure that a working speakers and a microphone is in place to participate in this class.
Intended Audience
This course was designed for State, regional, county, city and tribal personnel who manage, inspect, maintain, and repair longitudinal roadside barriers.

Nevada LTAP: Keeping Your Agency (and You!) Out of Court (Virtual)
2026-12-16 08:00 - 2026-12-17 11:00
Date: December 16-17, 2026
Time: 8:00 – 11:00am PT both days
Do you know how to do your job in a way that minimizes liability for yourself and the agency? Join this class to discover practical tips for every level of the organization.
Course Summary:
This two day, instructor-led, virtual workshop introduces essential components of tort liability and risk management to transportation workers. In two 3-hour sessions, you will increase your knowledge of assessing and managing the risk of tort liability, considering negligence, documenting your work, and preparing for court if necessary.
You will explore a variety of scenarios and case studies in this highly engaging and interactive class. Claims and lawsuit case studies include traffic control devices, work zones, roadside conditions, roadway design, and pedestrian incidents.
Keeping Your Agency (and You) Out of Court is a required course of the Road Scholar Program.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the course, you will be able to:

Explain the implications of tort liability risk for roadway agencies.

Key topics: tort, duty, reasonableness, standard of care, negligence, and the four elements necessary for tort action to proceed to trial.

Describe the elements of the tort liability process.

Key topics: discovery, depositions, steps in a trial, and handling contacts from outside the agency.

Identify at least five common roadway and pedestrian hazards and propose countermeasures for each hazard.

Key topics: tort liability risk, enterprise-wide strategies, personal responsibility and strategies, and risk reduction techniques

2027 TRB Annual Meeting
2027-01-10 08:00 - 2027-01-14 17:00 | Marriott Marquis Washington, DC, 901 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20001, United States
2027 TRB Annual Meeting Patron sales are now open! Limited availability—secure your package today. New for 2027: exclusive tote bag and registration website packages. For more information contact Louis Helms at lhelms@nas.edu.
Convened by the Transportation Research Board (TRB), the 2027 TRB Annual Meeting will be held January 10–14, 2027, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center and Marriott Marquis in Washington, D.C.
Join thousands of transportation leaders, innovators, and decision-makers from around the globe for one of the industry’s most influential gatherings. From cutting-edge research to real-world solutions, the Annual Meeting delivers an unmatched program spanning every mode of transportation—designed to spark ideas, foster collaboration, and shape the future of mobility.
Engage in thought-provoking sessions and hands-on workshops tackling the most pressing challenges facing the field today. Whether you’re a policymaker, practitioner, researcher, or industry professional, this is where connections are made, insights are shared, and the next generation of transportation solutions takes shape.
