Geomaterials Course
Gain mastery in geomaterials to enhance road and retaining wall construction. Acquire vital hands-on skills in identifying soils and rocks, conducting essential lab and field tests, selecting appropriate materials, controlling compaction, and mitigating risks—crucial knowledge for professionals in geography, geology, and civil engineering working on infrastructure projects in challenging terrains.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Geomaterials Course provides a straightforward, practical guide to identifying, testing, and choosing soils and rocks for building strong, long-lasting roads and retaining walls. You will master classifying local materials, planning site investigations, analysing lab and field test results, establishing practical compaction and quality control standards, handling risks from frost, swelling, and erosion, and implementing simple mitigation strategies and documentation on actual projects.
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Develop skills
- Conduct geomaterial field tests using CBR, Proctor, and SPT to obtain reliable data for designs.
- Classify soils and rocks with USCS, Atterberg limits, and gradation analysis for engineering purposes.
- Select materials for roads and walls based on clear test result thresholds.
- Control geomaterial risks by addressing swelling, frost, erosion, and weak subgrades on site.
- Implement construction quality control for geomaterials through specifications, field testing, and swift approvals.
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