Foundations and Retaining Structures Course
This course covers foundations and retaining structures, from soil investigation through to wall design, drainage systems, and stability analysis. Participants learn hands-on calculation methods, design techniques, and detailing practices to create safer and more efficient structures for real-world construction sites, building confidence in applying these skills effectively.
from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain practical expertise in designing secure and cost-effective foundations plus cantilever retaining walls in granular soils. Master key concepts like earth pressure theories, drainage solutions, stability assessments, and reinforcement details through straightforward numerical examples. Build skills to confidently pick foundation types, evaluate settlements, and use global safety standards on genuine projects.
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Develop skills
- Design retaining walls by sizing stems, bases, and reinforcements for actual projects.
- Calculate earth and water pressures using Rankine, Coulomb theories, and surcharges.
- Perform stability checks for walls including sliding, overturning, and bearing capacity.
- Select appropriate foundations like footings or rafts to manage settlement near walls.
- Develop practical construction details for drainage, build sequence, and monitoring.
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