Geomaterials Course
Develop expertise in geomaterials for superior roads and retaining walls. Acquire hands-on skills in soil and rock identification, essential lab and field testing, precise material selection, compaction oversight, and proactive risk mitigation—vital for geography and geology practitioners in real-world applications.

4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain a practical framework to identify, test, and select soils and rocks for durable roads and retaining walls. Master classification of local materials, design of investigation programs, interpretation of lab and field tests, realistic compaction and QC targets, and management of frost, swelling, and erosion risks with effective mitigation on projects.
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Develop skills
- Conduct geomaterial field tests using CBR, Proctor, and SPT for reliable design data.
- Classify soils and rocks with USCS, Atterberg limits, and gradation analysis.
- Select materials for roads and walls based on clear test thresholds.
- Control geomaterial risks including swelling, frost, erosion, and soft subgrades onsite.
- Implement construction QC for geomaterials with specs, field tests, and swift approvals.
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