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Course:	NHI - Subsurface Investigation Qualification
NHI Course Number:	132031
SAP Course Number:	78TECH400552

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Geotechnical and Foundations

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General Information

Summary:	Module 1 is offered as a separate 3-day course covering the latest methods and procedures in the planning, execution and interpretation of the various subsurface investigation methods and the development of appropriate soil and rock design parameters for engineering applications. Topics include: the geotechnical specialist's role in subsurface investigations; exploration methodologies; exploratory equipment types and their suitability for various subsurface conditions; the use of in-situ testing and geophysical surveys for subsurface characterization; the handling, transportation and storage of soil and rock samples; and laboratory testing techniques and interpretation of data.
Learning Outcomes:	Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to: 1. Plan and execute a subsurface exploration program for a typical surface transportation project. 2. Use existing information in the planning of the investigation program. 3. Apply appropriate in-situ testing procedures based upon the expected subsurface conditions and obtain high quality soil and rock samples for laboratory testing. 4. Assign appropriate laboratory testing procedures for determining soil and rock design parameters. 5. Interpret the results of laboratory tests and determine soil and rock parameters to be used in design. 6. Summarize results of subsurface investigation in a concise geotechnical investigation report.
Prerequisites:	An undergraduate degree in geology, engineering geology, civil engineering or equivalent engineering experience in the highway/transportation field is desirable.
Target Audience:	FHWA, State, and local transportation agency employees, college and university faculty, and consultant engineers who are or will be involved in the planning, execution, review and interpretation of subsurface investigations.

Final Exam:	Yes

Continuing Education Credits

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

NHI:				1.80	06/13/06

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.

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By External Administrator On 08/14/12 At 12:03 PM	By Rhiannan Nearhood/PennDOT On 07/20/22 At 10:53 AM