Sunday, March 24, 2019

8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering, with Emphasis on the Central and Eastern U.S. (3.5 PDHs)

Instructor: Russell A. Green, Ph.D., P.E., M.ASCE, Virginia Tech

Synopsis: This short course will provide an in‐depth discussion of geotechnical earthquake engineering procedures and methodologies, with a focus on the seismic hazard and geotechnical seismic analysis and design issues specific to the central and eastern United States (CEUS). The course will begin cover: (a) with a review of earthquake geology and seismological concepts; (b) Coverage will then progress into the basic concepts of probabilistic seismic hazard analysis; (c) seismic hazard maps that accompany building codes; (d) Seismic Site Classification and Seismic Design Category per ASCE 7‐16, including the U.S. Geological Survey’s “Unified Hazard Tool” and ASCE’s “ASCE 7 Hazard Tool,” with emphasis on determining seismic input parameters for engineering analysis and design; (e) selection of ground motions time histories that are compatible with the seismic hazard map seismic stability of slopes and retaining walls ; and (f) liquefaction triggering and damage potential will be presented in detail. Differences in these procedures for use in the western United States versus the CEUS will be highlighted.

Member | EB $245 | ADV $295 | ONS $345
Non-Member | EB $295 | ADV $345 | ONS $395

Soil Shear Strength (3.5 PDHs)

Instructor: Dan Vanden Berge, Ph.D., M.ASCE, Tennessee Tech

Synopsis: This short course provides practical guidance for the measurement and selection of shear strength parameters for drained and undrained conditions in natural and compacted soils. Topics will include a review of laboratory testing methods, selection of appropriate failure criterion and failure envelopes, use of correlations, and special shear strength cases such as fully softened and residual.

Member | EB $245 | ADV $295 | ONS $345
Non-Member | EB $295 | ADV $345 | ONS $395

Foundation Cost Estimating for Geotechnical Engineers (3.5 PDHs)

Instructors: Jeff Given, PE, Loftus Construction; Todd Culp, Hayward Baker; Michael Cowell, P.E., M.ASCE, GeoStructures, Inc.; Robert Crawford, P.E., M.ASCE, James J. Anderson Construction; Dave Hicks, Richard Goettle, Inc.

Moderator: Archie Filshill P.E., M.ASCE, Aero Aggregates

Synopsis: This course will provide insight from contractors experienced in foundation construction and heavy civil construction. The session will include presentations on factors that must be considered beyond linear footage and cubic yards of concrete when estimating and comparing geotechnical solutions. Presentations on drivenpiles, drilled shafts and CFA piles, ground improvement, aggregate piers, micropiles and anchors, and highway construction will be presented by experts in the region, followed by an open Q&A session.

Member | EB $245 | ADV $295 | ONS $345
Non-Member | EB $295 | ADV $345 | ONS $395

8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

2D/3D Slope Stability and Seepage Analysis (7.5 PDHs)

Instructor: Murray D. Fredlund, Ph.D., PEng, President/CEO, SoilVision Systems Ltd.;  Mitchell Bauche, B.Sc. Engineering, Sales Engineer, SoilVision Systems Ltd.

Synopsis: The course is designed for practicing geotechnical and mining engineers that want to utilize the benefit of 2D or 3D numerical modeling for increasing the capabilities of their consulting firm or university research. The course will include a brief theoretical review of 2D theory but focus on 3D theory and applications. The management of complex 3D spatial data will be discussed as well as modeling methodologies related to 3D
numerical modeling. The focus will be on advanced concepts of slope stability and seepage analysis and their application. Applications of 3D solutions to real‐world problems will be covered.

Member | EB $345 | ADV $395 | ONS $445
Non-Member | EB$395  | ADV $445| ONS $495

1:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Introduction to Tunneling (3.5 PDHs)

Instructor: Fulvio Tonon, Ph.D., P.E., M.ASCE, University of Colorado-Boulder

Synopsis: This course will start by discussing some basic observations of tunnel behavior that shed light on the mechanics of ground response to tunneling. The design and construction workflow will ensue from these basic observations, which will guide us through the investigation, diagnosis, therapy, and construction phases. Construction methods will be presented for both mechanized and conventional tunneling.

Member | EB $245 | ADV $295 | ONS $345
Non-Member | EB $295 | ADV $345 | ONS $395

Geotechnical Site Characterization (3.5 PDHs)

Instructor: Mark Styler, Ph.D., ConeTec

Member | EB $245 | ADV $295 | ONS $345
Non-Member | EB $295 | ADV $345 | ONS $395

Practical, Qualitative Risk Evaluation for Geotechnical Projects (3.5 PDHs)

Instructor: Gregory Baecher, Ph.D., M.ASCE, University of Maryland; Scott Raschke, Ph.D., P.E., M.ASCE, Schnabel Engineering; Robert Patev, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Synopsis: This course provides an overview of practical, qualitative risk evaluation techniques for geotechnical engineering projects. The course uses case histories and hands‐on examples to illustrate concepts for evaluating geotechnical risk in the development and execution of geotechnical construction projects such as ground improvement, foundations, deep excavations, dams, and underground works.

Member | EB $245 | ADV $295 | ONS $345
Non-Member | EB $295 | ADV $345 | ONS $395

Ethics in Geotechnical Engineering (3.5 PDHs)

Instructor: Victor R. Donald, P.E., M.ASCE, Terracon

Synopsis: Annually, we are required to obtain ethics PDH credits for license renewal. How many of these "free" on‐line courses focus on the needs of our profession? This short course will use case histories and experiences of GBA member firms to provide insight and discuss challenges we face daily.

Member | EB $245 | ADV $295 | ONS $345
Non-Member | EB $295 | ADV $345 | ONS $395