Geotechnical Engineering
| Course Code | Date | Venue | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CON 031 | 25-01-2026 - 29-01-2026 | KUALALUMPUR, MALAYSIA | Register - 4,700.00 $ |
| CON 031 | 01-02-2026 - 05-02-2026 | Manam, Bahrain | Register - 4,700.00 $ |
| CON 031 | 14-03-2026 - 18-03-2026 | Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam | Register - 4,700.00 $ |
| CON 031 | 14-04-2026 - 18-04-2026 | Abu Dhabi, UAE | Register - 4,700.00 $ |
| CON 031 | 04-05-2026 - 08-05-2026 | Dubai,UAE | Register - 4,500.00 $ |
| CON 031 | 20-06-2026 - 24-06-2026 | SINGAPORE | Register - 4,700.00 $ |
| CON 031 | 07-07-2026 - 11-07-2026 | KUALALUMPUR, MALAYSIA | Register - 4,700.00 $ |
| CON 031 | 02-08-2026 - 06-08-2026 | Abu Dhabi, UAE | Register - 4,700.00 $ |
| CON 031 | 12-09-2026 - 16-09-2026 | Rome, Italy | Register - 4,790.00 $ |
| CON 031 | 04-10-2026 - 08-10-2026 | Dubai,UAE | Register - 4,500.00 $ |
| CON 031 | 10-11-2026 - 14-11-2026 | Houston, USA | Register - 5,750.00 $ |
| CON 031 | 19-12-2026 - 23-12-2026 | SINGAPORE | Register - 4,700.00 $ |
Geotechnical Engineering
Geotechnical engineering involves the study of soil and rock mechanics to design and analyze foundations, slopes, and retaining structures. Here's a basic outline for a 5-day course on geotechnical engineering:
Day 1: Introduction to Geotechnical
Engineering
- Overview of geotechnical engineering and its importance
- Role of geotechnical engineers in civil engineering projects
- Historical perspectives and notable case studies
- Basics of soil mechanics
- Classification of soils
- Soil formation and composition
Day 2: Soil Properties and Laboratory Testing
- Understanding soil physical properties
- Soil compaction and its importance
- Introduction to laboratory testing (grain size analysis, moisture content, etc.)
- Shear strength of soils
- Triaxial testing and direct shear testing
- Practical considerations in interpreting laboratory results
Day 3: Site Investigation and Exploration
- Overview of site investigation methods
- Drilling techniques and borehole logging
- In-situ testing (CPT, SPT, etc.)
- Geophysical exploration methods
- Field sampling and testing
- Case studies on site investigations
Day 4: Foundation Engineering
- Types of foundations and their selection criteria
- Shallow foundations: design and analysis
- Deep foundations: piles and caissons
- Foundation settlement analysis
- Lateral earth pressure theories
- Retaining walls: types, design, and analysis
Day 5: Slope Stability and Earth Retaining
Structures
- Slope stability analysis
- Factors influencing slope stability
- Mitigation measures for slope stability issues
- Earth retaining structures: design and analysis
- Reinforced soil structures
- Course review, Q&A, and feedback
This course outline is designed to cover the fundamental and practical aspects of geotechnical engineering over a 5-day period. Adjustments can be made based on the specific needs, pace, and level of expertise of the participants. Practical examples, case studies, and field visits (if possible) should be integrated throughout the course to reinforce learning.