Soil and Geotechnical Information and Soil Investigation
| 21 – 25 Apr. 2025 | Abu Dhabi | 08 – 12 Dec. 2025 | Dubai | 22 – 26 Dec. 2025 | Abu Dhabi |
Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants will:
1.Understand the principles of soil mechanics and geotechnical engineering.
2.Learn the importance of soil investigations in construction and infrastructure projects.
3.Gain expertise in conducting and interpreting soil tests, both in situ and laboratory-based.
4.Develop skills to analyze soil data and create geotechnical reports for project planning and design.
5.Enhance their ability to identify and mitigate geotechnical risks in various projects.
Course Syllabus:
Day 1: Fundamentals of Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering
1.Introduction to Soil Mechanics
2.Geotechnical Engineering Basics
3.Geotechnical Site Characterization
4.Workshop: Soil Classification and Interpretation of Basic Soil Properties
Day 2: Soil Investigation Techniques
1.In Situ Testing Methods
2.Laboratory Testing of Soil Samples
3.Planning Soil Investigations
4.Practical Exercise: Planning a Soil Investigation Program
Day 3: Data Analysis and Interpretation
1.Analyzing Soil Properties
2.Geotechnical Data Presentation
3.Understanding Soil Behavior Under Load
4.Case Study: Analyzing Soil Data for a Hypothetical Construction Project
Day 4: Geotechnical Design Considerations
1.Foundation Design Basics
2.Slope Stability Analysis
3.Ground Improvement Techniques
4.Workshop: Designing a Foundation and Slope Stability Solution
Day 5: Reporting and Mitigating Geotechnical Risks
1.Preparing Geotechnical Investigation Reports
2.Geotechnical Risk Management
3.Innovations in Geotechnical Engineering
