8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

Have a bite to eat, plan out your day, and connect with fellow attendees.

Meal, Break

9:00 AM - 9:50 AM

Keynote

10:00 AM - 10:50 AM

Panel Details:
Ysni Semsedini, CEO, Festival Hydro
Colin Singh Dhillon, Chief Technical Officer, APMA
Warren Ali, Vice President, Innovation, APMA

Panel

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Meal

1:00 PM - 1:50 PM

Keynote

2:00 PM - 2:15 PM

Session

2:15 PM - 2:50 PM

Keynote

6:30 - 9:00 PM

Dinner at The Sunsphere
Featuring Bryan Saint, A Season 5 Winner of Penn and Teller: Fool Us and The GRIDSMART Awards

Dinner

8:00 - 8:45 AM

Have a bite to eat, plan out your day, and connect with fellow attendees.

Meal, Break

8:45 - 10:00 AM

Keynote

10:00 - 10:50 AM

Panel Details:
Matt King, Product Manager, GRIDSMART
Derek Johnson, Senior Business Development Manager, EtherWAN
Seán Adams, VP of Market Strategy & Innovation, AFL

Panel

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Day of Service

12:00 - 1:00 PM

Break, Meal

1:00 - 1:50 PM

Keynote

6:30 - 9:00 PM

Dinner and Casino Night at Relix

Dinner

11:00 - 11:50 AM

An introduction to the best practices of installing the GRIDSMART system, attendees participate in hands-on activities that provide a practical understanding of bringing a GRIDMSMART system online. A laptop computer is required for this session.

Class limit: 12

Training

11:00 - 11:50 AM

An introduction to Synchro Studio, this session familiarizes attendees with Synchro Studio through demonstration of a real-life scenario where data such as intersection geometry, signal timing, and detector information are entered into the software to analyze the current timing plan for measures of effectiveness, such as delay and queue length, to optimize the timing plan for improved efficiency. This demonstration will include key features such as importing/exporting signal timing from Trafficware’s ATMS Central Management Software, importing traffic volumes, and optimizing coordination plans.

Class limit: 12

Training

11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

This session prepares attendees to resolve field issues with NEMA TS2 Type 1 and ATC Controllers. Use McCain ATC eX NEMA Controller and basic screens for troubleshooting exercises as attendees practice field triage. All attendees must bring a laptop computer for this session. 

Class limit: 12

Training

11:00 - 11:50 AM

This session expands attendees’ understanding of beneficial preventative maintenance procedures that reduce the number of traffic signal failures, ensuring the proper operation of traffic control devices. Attendees leave understanding common PM strategies and experience a hands-on look at stressed and broken components. 

Class limit: 12

Training

11:00 - 11:50 AM

An introduction to the concepts of deep learning, this class walks attendees through the jargon, hype, and reality of deep learning and its applications to Intelligent Transportation. Students gain a stronger understanding of how to evaluate deep learning claims and prospects in ITS. 

Class limit: 12

Training

1:00 - 1:50 PM

This session teaches attendees how to get the most of out of GRIDSMART’s advanced detection functionality. In addition to learning how to set up advanced detection zones, students will be taught how to effectively install hardware for maximum impact, and determine when it is best to use your iconic Bell Camera or advanced detection. Attendees leave the class understanding how to maximize their installation and prepare for high speed approaches, adaptive systems, and other advanced detection uses with GRIDSMART.

Class limit: 12

Training

2:00 - 2:50 PM

This session develops attendees’ understanding of intersection grounding best practices, tips and tricks for challenging grounding environments, and diagnosing EMI from external sources like LED Street Lights. Learn new strategies for diagnosing and mitigating EMI.

Class limit: 12

Training

2:00 - 2:50 PM

This session teaches attendees the exact process for installing SMARTMOUNT 2025 and the benefits of fiber optics at the intersection. Attendees prepare to efficiently and correctly install SMARTMOUNT 2025, including gaining a working knowledge of fiber termination techniques at the conclusion of the session. 

Class limit: 12

Training

2:00 - 2:50 PM

This session familiarizes attendees with signal monitor operations for troubleshooting the safe operation of the intersection and other fundamentals of conflict monitors. Standard NEMA features are discussed, along with a comparison of different monitors focusing on the TS2 MMU. 

Class limit: 12

Training

3:00 - 3:50 PM

This session teaches attendees how to get the most of out of GRIDSMART’s advanced detection functionality. In addition to learning how to set up advanced detection zones, students will be taught how to effectively install hardware for maximum impact, and determine when it is best to use your iconic Bell Camera or advanced detection. Attendees leave the class understanding how to maximize their installation and prepare for high speed approaches, adaptive systems, and other advanced detection uses with GRIDSMART.

Class limit: 12

Training

3:00 - 3:50 PM

This session will use Trafficware’s Commander ATC Traffic Controller to demonstrate basic programming, including some advanced functionality such as applications for preemption and flashing yellow arrows. The graphical status screens will be used during this course to demonstrate controller operation.

Class limit: 12

Training

3:00 - 3:50 PM

You can provide the feedback that shapes product development by becoming a GRIDSMART Beta Tester. This session explores the benefits of being an early user of GRIDSMART technology. Learn what will be required of you, how you can make a difference in the final product, and why you may want to join the GRIDSMART Beta Tester fraternity.

Class limit: 12

Training

3:00 - 3:50 PM

In this session, attendees learn the proper steps of managing emergency knockdowns where the traffic cabinet and other intersection hardware has been damaged. Attendees learn how to assess the damage and safely return the intersection to operation. Attendees leave understanding not only how to bring the site back to operation, but also when it is acceptable to leave the site.

Class limit: 12

Training

3:00 - 3:50 PM

This class focuses on an introduction to using Ethernet as protocol of choice for traffic control, situational awareness, specific video surveillance, and other ITS applications. Attendees receive an overview on protocols, switches, routers, and converters. Students also learn how Ethernet is integrated into traffic controllers and cabinets.

Class limit: 12

Training

4:00 - 4:50 PM

This session teaches attendees how to protect cyclists at intersections in their community using GRIDSMART Version 19.3.
Whitney Nottage, PC, PTOE, with Intelight, will join Tim Gee to discuss specifics of integration with the Intelight controller.

Class limit: 12

Training

4:00 - 4:50 PM

This session develops attendees’ understanding of intersection grounding best practices, tips and tricks for challenging grounding environments, and diagnosing EMI from external sources like LED Street Lights. Learn new strategies for diagnosing and mitigating EMI.

Class limit: 12

Training

4:00 - 4:50 PM

In this session, attendees will explore basic AWS (Amazon Web Service) offerings and how they can be used. Training will focus on two major components of modern-day workflows: storage and computing. Students will leave the session knowing how to start using AWS services and products as the cloud becomes increasingly entrenched as a technology standard.

Class limit: 12

Training

4:00 - 4:50 PM

4k cameras. PTZ. Bluetooth counters. Automated vehicles. Advanced Controllers. GRIDSMART. The future is here. Have you planned for it? This presentation will discuss network design best practices in a world where ITS is faced with dramatically increasing bandwidth needs for city networks. Topics include: VLANs, Segmentation, Standardization, and Future-Proofing the network.

Class limit: 12

Training

4:00 - 4:50 PM

This class teaches attendees how to use the GRIDSMART API, Streams Function, and other tools to visualize GRIDSMART data, images, and analysis tools through hands-on learning. Attendees leave this class with the competence to create GRIDSMART visualization tools in their community.

Class limit: 12

Training

4:00 - 4:50 PM

An introduction to the programming NEMA TS2 and ATC controllers, this session uses the McCain ATC eX NEMA Controller to walk students through basic programming including various modes of flashing yellow arrows. Specific programing is reviewed for the controller and MMU. All attendees must bring a laptop computer for this session. 

Class limit: 12

Training

11:00 - 11:50 AM

This session prepares attendees for troubleshooting network communication issues from the NEMA traffic cabinet to the TMC. Attendees move beyond power cycling and checking physical connections to understanding how to dig into network communication challenges. 

Class limit: 12

Training

11:00 - 11:50 AM

This session will use Trafficware’s Commander ATC Traffic Controller to demonstrate basic programming, including some advanced functionality such as applications for preemption and flashing yellow arrows. The graphical status screens will be used during this course to demonstrate controller operation.

Class limit: 12

Training

11:00 - 11:50 AM

An introduction to the best practices of installing the GRIDSMART system, attendees participate in hands-on activities that provide a practical understanding of bringing a GRIDMSMART system online. A laptop computer is required for this session.

Class limit: 12

Training

11:00 - 11:50 AM

In this session students learn clearance practices (Y+R), FYA (looking at studies of safe protected permissive practices), Pedestrian safety best practices as well as safe maintenance practices from the instructors of the Traffic Signal Academy at NTRC. Attendees will gain greater understanding to the latest in safety best practices.

Class limit: 12

Training

11:00 - 11:50 AM

This session expands attendees’ understanding of beneficial preventative maintenance procedures that reduce the number of traffic signal failures, ensuring the proper operation of traffic control devices. Attendees leave understanding common PM strategies and experience a hands-on look at stressed and broken components. 

Class limit: 12

Training

2:00 - 2:50 PM

This session teaches attendees how to get the most of out of GRIDSMART’s advanced detection functionality. In addition to learning how to set up advanced detection zones, students will be taught how to effectively install hardware for maximum impact, and determine when it is best to use your iconic Bell Camera or advanced detection. Attendees leave the class understanding how to maximize their installation and prepare for high speed approaches, adaptive systems, and other advanced detection uses with GRIDSMART.

Class limit: 12

Training

2:00 - 2:50 PM

This session teaches attendees the exact process for installing SMARTMOUNT 2025 and the benefits of fiber optics at the intersection. Attendees prepare to efficiently and correctly install SMARTMOUNT 2025, including gaining a working knowledge of fiber termination techniques at the conclusion of the session. 

Class limit: 12

Training

2:00 - 2:50 PM

This session develops attendees’ understanding of intersection grounding best practices, tips and tricks for challenging grounding environments, and diagnosing EMI from external sources like LED Street Lights. Learn new strategies for diagnosing and mitigating EMI.

Class limit: 12

Training

2:00 - 2:50 PM

This session introduces GRIDSMART.Cloud and concentrates on the benefits of GRIDSMART.Cloud connectivity. Learn how to install antennas, navigate screens, and other functionalities, such as setting up Teams. Students leave with the ability to set-up or reconfigure GRIDSMART.Cloud in their community.  

Class limit: 12

Training

2:00 - 2:50 PM

This session teaches attendees procedures and strategies for implementing GRIDSMART into the traffic network. Attendees learn how to connect the GS₂Processor to industry standard (TS1, TS2, 2070, and ATC) controllers and cabinets, common configurations, and basic troubleshooting.

Class limit: 12

Training

2:00 - 2:50 PM

This session familiarizes attendees with signal monitor operations for troubleshooting the safe operation of the intersection and other fundamentals of conflict monitors. Standard NEMA features are discussed, along with a comparison of different monitors focusing on the TS2 MMU. 

Class limit: 12

Training

2:00 - 2:50 PM

This course teaches attendees the basics of bench diagnostics on GRIDSMART equipment while reviewing maintenance tips that lessen the need for RMAs to ensure lower costs and greater customer uptime. Learn from the factory how to maximize field uptime. 

Class limit: 12

Training

3:00 - 3:50 PM

The session is on how GRIDSMART can be used for bike safety via bike discrimination in the box. A key piece of that is how you might program the controller for such extentions or, if you're ambitious, stop-time and/or hold-phase, for example.
Jeff Price will lead the session, Eric Itzel will follow up to describe how folks might use these features in conjunction with McCain controllers.

Class limit: 12

Training

3:00 - 3:50 PM

This session teaches attendees how to get the most out of GRIDSMART’s advanced detection functionality. In addition to learning how to set up advanced detection zones, students will learn how to effectively install hardware for maximum impact and determine when it is best to use your iconic Bell Camera or the GRIDSMART ADC for advanced detection. Attendees leave the class understanding how to maximize their installation and prepare for high-speed approaches, adaptive systems, and other advanced detection uses with GRIDSMART. 

Class limit: 12

Training

3:00 - 3:50 PM

In this session, attendees learn the proper steps of managing emergency knockdowns where the traffic cabinet and other intersection hardware has been damaged. Attendees learn how to assess the damage and safely return the intersection to operation. Attendees leave understanding not only how to bring the site back to operation, but also when it is acceptable to leave the site.

Class limit: 12

Training

3:00 - 3:50 PM

This session expands attendees’ understanding of the security features of GS₂. The class reinforces the value of existing security features while introducing the latest security features designed to mitigate breaches. Learn how to protect your devices from the architects of the software.

Class limit: 12

Training

3:00 - 3:50 PM

This session teaches attendees how to use tools like Google Earth and the GRIDSMART checklist to prepare for the most efficient and successful GRIDSMART installation. Attendees will leave feeling prepared to deploy safe, fast, and efficient installations. 

Class limit: 12

Training

4:00 - 4:50 PM

This class teaches attendees how to use the GRIDSMART API, Streams Function, and other tools to visualize GRIDSMART data, images, and analysis tools through hands-on learning. Attendees leave this class with the competence to create GRIDSMART visualization tools in their community.

Class limit: 12

Training

4:00 - 4:50 PM

An introduction to the programming NEMA TS2 and ATC controllers, this session uses the McCain ATC eX NEMA Controller to walk students through basic programming including various modes of flashing yellow arrows. Specific programing is reviewed for the controller and MMU. All attendees must bring a laptop computer for this session.

Class limit: 12

Training

4:00 - 4:50 PM

4k cameras. PTZ. Bluetooth counters. Automated vehicles. Advanced Controllers. GRIDSMART. The future is here. Have you planned for it? This presentation will discuss network design best practices in a world where ITS is faced with dramatically increasing bandwidth needs for city networks. Topics include: VLANs, Segmentation, Standardization, and Future-Proofing the network.

Class limit: 12

Training

4:00 - 4:50 PM

This session develops attendees’ understanding of intersection grounding best practices, tips and tricks for challenging grounding environments, and diagnosing EMI from external sources like LED Street Lights. Learn new strategies for diagnosing and mitigating EMI.

Class limit: 12

Training