
Course:	NHI - Geotechnical Aspects of Pavements
NHI Course Number:	132040
SAP Course Number:	78TECH400182

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General Information

Summary:	This course covers the latest methods and procedures to address the geotechnical issues in pavement design, construction and performance for new construction, reconstruction, and rehabilitation (e.g., road widening) pavement projects. The course content includes: geotechnical exploration and characterization of in place and constructed sub-grades; designing and constructing pavement sub-grades and unbounded materials for paved and unpaved roads with emphasis on the mechanistic-empirical design approach, including the three levels of design inputs; the overall geotechnical and drainage aspects of bases, sub-bases and sub-grades (for a safe, cost-effective and durable pavement); and, construction and inspection of pavement projects
Learning Outcomes:	Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to: - Explain the geotechnical parameters of interest in pavement design and their effect on the performance of different types of pavements. - Explain the influence of climate, moisture, and drainage on pavement performance. - Identify and explain the impact of unsuitable sub-grades on pavement performance. - Determine the geotechnical inputs needed for design of pavements. - Evaluate and select appropriate remediation measures for pavement sub-grades. - Explain the geotechnical aspects of construction specifications and inspection requirements. - Identify sub-grade problems during construction and develop recommended solutions.
Target Audience:	Pavement, geotechnical, construction and material engineers and geologists who are or will be involved in the design, evaluation and construction of pavements. An undergraduate degree in civil engineering, geology or equivalent engineering experience in the highway/transportation field is desirable.

Final Exam:	Yes

Continuing Education Credits

National Highway Institute	CEHs	Classes After	CEUs	Classes After	PDHs	Classes After

NHI:			1.80	06/26/07

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:	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.

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By Rayna N Mosten/PennDOT On 05/11/04 At 11:06 AM	By Kate Kohan/PennDOT On 05/05/15 At 09:26 AM