Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will:

1. Understand the principles and engineering considerations for designing and constructing onshore foundations.
2. Learn how to assess geotechnical conditions and select suitable foundation types for various onshore structures.
3. Gain expertise in designing shallow and deep foundations for equipment, buildings, and industrial facilities.
4. Develop skills in load calculations, settlement analysis, and foundation reinforcement techniques.
5. Enhance their ability to integrate construction best practices, safety measures, and quality control into foundation design.

Course Syllabus:

Day 1: Fundamentals of Onshore Foundation Design

1. Introduction to Foundation Engineering
2. Geotechnical Investigation for Onshore Foundations
3. Load Considerations and Structural Interactions
4. Workshop: Conducting a Site Soil Assessment for Foundation Design

Day 2: Shallow Foundation Design and Construction

1. Design of Shallow Foundations
2. Construction Techniques for Shallow Foundations
3. Load Transfer Mechanisms and Bearing Capacity
4. Case Study: Designing a Shallow Foundation for an Industrial Facility

Day 3: Deep Foundation Design and Pile Construction

1. Introduction to Deep Foundations
2. Pile Selection and Design
3. Construction and Installation Techniques for Deep Foundations
4. Workshop: Designing and Verifying a Pile Foundation for Heavy Equipment

Day 4: Foundation Stability, Risk Management, and Optimization

1. Foundation Settlement and Stability Analysis
2. Seismic and Environmental Design Considerations
3. Value Engineering and Cost Optimization in Foundation Design
4. Case Study: Analyzing Foundation Stability for a High-Risk Onshore Project

Day 5: Quality Assurance, Compliance, and Project Execution

1. Ensuring Compliance with Design Codes and Standards
2. Construction Execution and Site Supervision
3. Testing and Monitoring of Foundations