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Site Investigation

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

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10 hours to complete
3 weeks at 3 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

10 hours to complete
3 weeks at 3 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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March 2025

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Taught in English

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This course is part of the Geotechnical Foundation Design Specialization
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There are 4 modules in this course

Learners will be able to explore various soil investigation types, methods, and codal provisions. Additionally, learners will acquire practical knowledge to choose appropriate drilling and sampling approaches based on specific soil conditions.

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10 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt

Learners will acquire a thorough understanding of field tests, including SPT, SCPT, DCPT, and Plate Load Tests. Learners will develop the proficiency to conduct field testing using these methods, improving their comprehension of the observed results. Furthermore, learners will gain detailed insights into alternative field tests such as Vane Shear Test, Flat Dilatometer Test, Pressuremeter Tests, and Field Density Tests. Learners will attain the ability to perform field testing using these alternative methods and achieve a more nuanced understanding of the obtained results.

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6 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt4 plugins

Learners will be able to explore the essential data needed in reports and the corresponding analysis methods. Learners will gain the capability to comprehend soil investigation reports and utilize the provided data for further analysis. Additionally, learners will acquire knowledge about liquefaction susceptibility and mitigation methods, enabling them to understand soil vulnerability to liquefaction and its impact on foundation design.

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7 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt3 plugins

In this module, learners will embark on a comprehensive exploration of Virtual Laboratory for soil testing. Throughout this immersive learning experience, learners will be able to cover a spectrum of topics, from index and engineering properties to specific tests like liquid limit, plastic limit, and grain size analysis. By delving into practical aspects of compaction, shear strength testing, consolidation, and permeability, learners will acquire essential skills for analyzing and interpreting various soil properties crucial for engineering applications.

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17 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt1 plugin

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