System Requirements for Viewing this Course
INSTRUCTORS:
Aaron Budge, Ph.D., P.E., M.ASCE
Jerry A. DiMaggio, P.E., D.GE, M.ASCE
Mohamad H. Hussein, P.E., M.ASCE
Purpose and Background
The purpose of this seminar is to present a summary of modern techniques for the design, installation and verification of deep foundations, with particular recognition and discussion of risks associated with these foundation elements and methods of managing such risks. Major changes have occurred in the deep foundations industry and new/improved methods have been developed for installing all types of deep foundations. Increased loads are being used and new quality control procedures have been developed. Model guideline contract, plan and specifications examples have been developed and are available in many codes and references to enhance communication between owners, designers, contractors and inspection staff. Unchanged are the inherent and real risks of subsurface design and construction of infrastructure elements, and deep foundations in particular, which can affect cost, schedule and lead to contract disputes. Appropriate application of modern deep foundation methods which have been implemented on a mainstream basis reduce risks, enhance quality, and reduce cost all without comprising safety. This seminar will present these modern methods and provide guidance for their appropriate use on all types and size/complexity of infrastructure projects.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Explain the differences in various deep foundation types and installation methods
- Recognize the importance of contract documentation on geotechnical risk/risk management
- Explain the limitations of site characterization, foundation design, and integrity/performance testing relative to risk management
Benefits for Participants
- Find out the latest subsurface characterization methods for deep foundation projects
- Learn the current standards and recommended procedures for the design and installation of deep foundations
- Understand the various geotechnical capacity determination and integrity test methods and limitations
- Learn how to apply risk management principles to deep foundation projects
Assessment of Learning Outcomes
Attainment of the learning outcomes will be addressed via course material content, interactivity and a short post-assessment (true-false, multiple choice and fill in the blank questions).
Who Should Attend
Geotechnical engineers, construction engineers, contractors, structural engineers, inspectors, suppliers, owners, or any professional involved in the design, construction, inspection, testing and specification of deep foundations (driven piles, cast-in-place piles, or drilled shafts).
Outline
The online seminar format will be 4.5 hours each day. Each day will include a 30-minute break for lunch. This course occurs over two days. The proposed outline for the online seminar is as follows:
Day 1 Tuesday, June 8, 2021 ¦ 11:00 am – 3:30 pm ET
- Course Overview
- Refresher on Deep Foundation Types and Installation Methods
- Deep Foundations – Design Fundamentals
- 30-Minute Break
- Site Characterization – how we obtain what we think we need to know
- Tools for Design and Analysis (and their limitations)
Day 2 Thursday, June 10, 2021 ¦ 11:00 am – 3:30 pm ET
- Risk and Risk Management
- Contract Documentation
- Site Characterization Considerations (Limitations and Variability)
- 30-Minute Break
- Design Limitations/Considerations
- Driven Piles, Drilled Shafts, Augercast Piles, Micropiles
- Testing for structural integrity and load bearing capacity
How to Earn your CEUs/PDHs
This online seminar is worth .8 CEUs/8 PDHs. In order to receive your certificate of completion, you will need to complete a short on-line post-test within 60 days of the online seminar.