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Sub Surface Exploration and Geotechnical Investigation

A 3 month course which helps students develop skills on soil investigation techniques and interpretation of engineering parameters and focusses mainly on the theoretical aspects

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Syllabus

This course is full of best-in-class content by leading faculty and industry experts in the form of videos and projects

Course Overview

  • Geotechnical investigation is a procedure that determines the soil stratigraphy and its physical properties below the ground surface.
  • These investigations form the basis for planning, designing and constructing the structures.
  • This program clearly discusses the responsibilities of a geotechnical engineer to conduct the soil investigation program and gives a step-by-step guide on the following aspects:
    • How to perform geotechnical investigation, both field and laboratory testing
    • How to review the factual report from the soil investigation contractor
    • How to derive the design geotechnical parameters from the factual data
    • How to prepare the geotechnical interpretative report.
  • This program designed based on Industry oriented projects gives an in-depth understanding of geotechnical investigation.

Course Syllabus

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Week 01 - Site Investigation & Planning of Subsurface Exploration

  • In this session, you will learn
    • Site Investigation
      • Introduction
      • Concept of Subsurface Exploration
      • Purpose of Geotechnical Investigation
    • Planning of Subsurface Exploration
      • Desk Studies & Field Reconnaissance
      • Preliminary Site Exploration
      • Detailed Geotechnical Investigation

Week 02 - Soil exploration techniques/Field investigation techniques (Part 1)

  • In this session, you will learn
    • Methods of subsurface exploration
      • Trial pit/exploration pit
      • Field exploration in soil
    • Soil sampling
      • Types of samples
      • Soil samples used in real projects
    • Field exploration in rock 

Week 03 - Soil exploration techniques/Field investigation techniques (Part 2)

  • In this session, you will learn
    • Methods of subsurface exploration
      • In-situ tests
      • Standard penetration test
      • Cone penetration test
      • In-situ vane shear test
      • Pressuremeter test
      • Plate load test
      • In-situ permeability test

Week 04 - Soil Exploration Techniques/Field Investigation Techniques (Part 3)

  • In this session, you will learn
    • Methods of subsurface exploration
      • Ground water level measurement
      • Geophysical survey methods

Week 05 - Laboratory testing of soil and rock samples (Part 1)

  • In this session, you will learn about
    • Index properties tests
      • Particle size distribution
      • Unit weight
      • Moisture content
      • Specific gravity
      • Atterberg limits
      • Compaction

Week 06 - Laboratory testing of soil and rock samples (Part 2)

  • In this session, you will learn
    • Chemical testing of soil and groundwater
      • Organic content determination
      • Carbonate content determination
      • Sulfate & Chloride content determination
      • pH value determination

Week 07 - Engineering description and classification of soils (Part 1)

  • In this session, you will learn
    • Engineering description and classification of soils
      • Engineering description of soils & rocks
      • Recommended symbols & legends for soils and rocks

Week 08 - Engineering description and classification of soils (Part 2)

  • In this session, you will learn
    • Engineering description and classification of soils
      • Recommended symbols & legends for soils and rocks
      • Classification of soils
      • Classification of cohesive soils based on atterberg limits(Plasticity chart)
      • Classification based on strength of rocks

         

Week 09- Review of field and laboratory test results (Part 1)

  • In this session, you will learn
    • Review of the factual soil investigation report
    • Geological cross-section of sub-surface profile based on SPT results
    • Collation of field and laboratory test results
    • Development of geotechnical model from field and laboratory test results

Week 10 - Review of field and laboratory test results (Part 2)

  • In this session, you will learn
    • Review of the factual soil investigation report
    • Geological cross-section of sub-surface profile based on SPT results
    • Collation of field and laboratory test results
    • Development of geotechnical model from field and laboratory test results

Week 11 - Interpretation of ground engineering parameters for design (Part 1)

  • In this session, you will learn
    • Derivation of suitable characteristic value for soil and rocks
    • Development of characteristic soil profile for the geotechnical design
    • Estimation of shear strength parameters and stiffness from the characteristic value
    • Preparation of geotechnical interpretative report

Week 12 -Interpretation of ground engineering parameters for design (Part 2)

  • In this session, you will learn
    • Derivation of suitable characteristic value for soil and rocks
    • Development of characteristic soil profile for the geotechnical design
    • Estimation of shear strength parameters and stiffness from the characteristic value
    • Preparation of geotechnical interpretative report

Our courses have been designed by industry experts to help students achieve their dream careers

Industry Projects

Our projects are designed by experts in the industry to reflect industry standards. By working through our projects, Learners will gain a practical understanding of what they will take on at a larger-scale in the industry. In total, there are 2 Projects that are available in this program.

A 40 - 50hr project on conducting the geotechnical investigation for the given proposed construction site. 

A 40 - 50hr project on writing the detailed geotechnical interpretative report capturing all the interpretations for the given factual soil report.

Our courses have been designed by industry experts to help students achieve their dream careers

Ratings & Reviews by Learners

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4.8

Get the skills needed to perform your job efficiently with this course in Sub Surface exploration and geotechnical investigation by Skill-Lync!

The Subsurface exploration and geotechnical investigation is a learning-intensive course that will help you build crucial skills and knowledge across varied concepts, including soil investigation methods and geotechnical investigations. You will get exposure to both the theoretical and practical aspects of the course, which will be needed to embark upon a fruitful journey in this domain.

The geotechnical investigation course is designed by professional experts and offered by Skill-Lync through online videos. You will get a chance to work on various projects and assignments while undertaking the course. This will help build your practical grasp of the concepts taught in the course.

The course duration is 3 months, and you can access the course for a reasonable fee starting at INR 7000 up to INR 15000. In addition, if you rank in the top 5% after completing the course, you can also get a merit certificate along with access to support sessions and personalized support from expert engineers.

Who Should Take The Course?

The course content is highly suitable for civil engineers. You can start taking the online geotechnical investigation course if you are a student who is currently undergoing studies in the field of civil engineering or even if you have already graduated with a degree or diploma in civil engineering.

Considering the design of the course content, this program will be highly suitable to the learning needs of those students who want to enter the field of geotechnical engineering or want to progress in the field of subsurface exploration.

The course will prove to be highly useful to you if you want to make progress in civil engineering and plan to undergo training or education at an advanced level about the course. 

What Will You Learn?

The course is designed to offer crucial civil engineering skills and engineering knowledge. After completing this course, you will be able to answer what geotechnical investigation courses are and the specific content included therein. Along with this, you will be able to understand crucial concepts such as the steps which are included in the planning of soil investigation based on the scope of a project, the steps involved in the preparation of the technical specification, and related bill of quantities for geotechnical analysis, conducting field tests and other laboratory tests along with recommendations based on different projects. These techniques are involved in the sampling of soils and the recovery of rocks.

The course will teach you how to classify soil using standard methods like AASHTO and USCS. Along with these, you will also learn about various soil exploration methods and geophysical survey methods. During the course, you will also work on multiple projects, which will help you understand these concepts from a practical perspective.

Skills You Will Gain

  • The course highlights essential civil engineering skills required to progress in your field and work on various projects.
  • You will also develop various investigative skills for projects.
  • You will find yourself enriched with essential communication skills which will help you exchange ideas and data.

Key Highlights Of the Program

  • The duration of the course is 3 months.
  • Upon completion of the course, you will get a course completion certificate.
  • The course is beneficial for you if you want to learn about soil investigation and progress in civil engineering.
  • You can start your career in geotechnical engineering with the support of this course.

Career Opportunities After Taking The Course

The door to many job opportunities opens once you complete this course. You could get jobs with consultancy firms, construction companies, infrastructure development companies, mining agencies, and more. You can build a strong foundation in structural engineering, geology engineering, material sciences, and petroleum engineering after completing the course. There is a good scope for starting a career as a civil engineer, geotechnical engineer, geology engineer, and more. You can utilize your skills for construction products and explore new avenues such as marine operations and mining work.
You can also start an advanced grade course or study option after you complete this course, which can help make a solid career as a geotechnical engineer.

FAQs on Sub Surface Exploration and Geotechnical Investigation

Q: Is it proper to undergo this course to get a job?
A: There are many real-world applications of the course content taught to you. The course teaches you several industry-relevant skills which will help you perform efficiently at a job.

Q: Will I be able to get an e-verification after completing the course?
A: Yes, you will get an e-verified profile after completing the course, which they can share on relevant websites such as LinkedIn.

Q: Will I get any support if I have doubts?
A: Yes, you can approach a skilled expert through email support, group video support, forum support, and telephone support to get your doubts cleared.

Q: What will be the mode of delivery of the course?
A: The course will be delivered to you through online mode.

Q: Does the course involve any project work?
A: Yes, you will be working on several projects during the course, including conducting geotechnical investigation and writing a detailed geotechnical interpretative report.

Q: Do students get to work on any software during this course?
A: Yes, you will work on several software and tools during the interim of the course, including Excel and AutoCAD.

Q: Who will be teaching the course?
A: You can expect to gain academic learning from industry experts who have extensive knowledge in their field.

Q: Who can take this course?
A: Anyone who is pursuing a diploma, under graduation, or post-graduation in the field of civil engineering can start this course.

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INR 45,000

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