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Course:

NHI - Design of MSE Walls and Reinforced Soil Slopes

NHI Course Number:

132042

SAP Course Number:

78TECH400290

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Course can be found when searching
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Environmental
Geotechnical and Foundations
Highway Design
Structural Design



Class Schedule


No Offerings Are Currently Scheduled









General Information

Summary:
The purpose of this course is to optimize the implementation of mechanically stabilized earth technology in routine transportation design and construction practice. This course focuses on Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) Walls and Reinforced Soil Slopes (RSS).

Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:
• recognize potential applications for MSE and RSS structures for use in transportation facilities;
• prepare conceptual and basic (that is, simple geometries) designs and be able to check consultant-submitted walls and slopes;
• examine and select appropriate material properties and parameters used in design;
• calculate cost of conceptual MSE walls and RSS structures, and determine if construction is a cost-effective option;
• select appropriate specifications/contracting methods;
• prepare detailed materials and methods of construction specifications; and
• define and communicate major components of construction inspection of MSE Walls and RSS structures to confirm compliance with design.

Outline:
MSE Wall and RSS Design & Construction course, 132042..doc

Prerequisites:
A basic knowledge of soil mechanics and structural engineering is prerequisite.

Target Audience:
The course in intended for structural, geotechnical, roadway design and construction engineers, specification and contracting specialists, and engineers interested in design and contracting aspects of MSE walls and RSS structures.

Special Materials:
Bring scientific calculator.

Final Exam:
Yes



Continuing Education Credits


National Highway Institute
CEHs
Classes
After
 
CEUs
Classes
After
 
PDHs
Classes
After
 
NHI:
1.80
06/01/07
 

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:
Randall Shull
Phone:
(717)705-4170
Email:
rshull@pa.gov

                    For general questions about the Training Calendar (such as those regarding schedules,
                    locations, instructors or registrations), see Contact Information in specific classes.
 
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