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<p>09/05/13 - Course description and learning outcomes updated in T.C. and LSO.</p>
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<p><strong>All participants should bring calculators</strong> that can perform trigonometric calculations.</p>
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<p>Students should bring note pads and pencils for taking notes and performing class <br />exercises<br /><br />11/7/2013:&nbsp; Per NHI the max on this class was raised to 35...jab</p>


 

Course:

NHI - Construction of Mechanically Stabilized Earth Walls and Reinforced Soil Slopes

NHI Course Number:

132043

SAP Course Number:

78TECH400304

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Course can be found when searching
"By Topic" under these categories:

Construction Inspection
Geotechnical and Foundations



Class Schedule


No Offerings Are Currently Scheduled









General Information

Summary:
This course presents the concepts of mechanically stabilized earth wall (MSEW) and reinforced soil slope (RSS) systems and their application to roadways. The construction materials for both systems are described and guidance on acceptance for use is givin. MSEW and RSS system construction steps are taught and typical construction practices and techniques are presented.

Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:
- Recognize potential applications for MSEWs and RSS structures in transportation facilities.
- Recognize differences between available systems and their components.
- Understand the intent of specification/contracting method(s).
- Define and communicate major components of construction inspection of MSEWs and RSS structures to confirm compliance with design.
- Understand the steps for MSEW and RSS construction and the corresponsing points for inspection.

Outline:
Construction of MSEW and RSS - NHI 132043.pdf

Prerequisites:
Attendees should have a basic knowledge of soil mechanics and structural engineering.

Target Audience:
Primary audience is agency and consultant construction engineers, inspectors and technicians. Additionally, management; specification and contracting specialists; bridge/structures, geotechnical, and roadway design engineers; and engineering geologists interested in construction aspects of MSEWs and RSS structures are encouraged to attend. The training level of this course is intermediate.

Final Exam:
Yes



Continuing Education Credits


National Highway Institute
CEHs
Classes
After
 
CEUs
Classes
After
 
PDHs
Classes
After
 
NHI:
0.60
12/06/06
 

Awarding continuing education credits (PDH/CEU/CEH) to a training course or other training event does not imply or guarantee that the training course/event is approved by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board of Professional Engineers, Geologists and Land Surveyors.

According to Pennsylvania Act 25, “Credit determination for activities…shall be the responsibility of the licensee.  Continuing professional competency obtained by a licensee should maintain, improve or expand skills or knowledge obtained prior to initial licensure, including law and ethics applicable to the profession, or develop new and relevant skills and knowledge.”

For informational purposes only:1 CEU is equal to 10 hours of instruction
1 CEH is equal to 1 hour of instruction



Course Contact Information

                    For technical questions regarding this course, contact the following...
Name:
Virginia Lawson
Phone:
(717) 346-1375
Email:
vilawson@pa.gov

                    For general questions about the Training Calendar (such as those regarding schedules,
                    locations, instructors or registrations), see Contact Information in specific classes.
 
Created
Last Modified
By External Administrator
On 06/16/11 At 01:41 PM
By Rhiannan Nearhood/PennDOT
On 11/21/19 At 10:15 AM