Geotechnical Index Testing and Soil Classification
This engineering online PDH live webinar delivers a comprehensive introduction to geo-technical index testing and soil classification systems—two essential elements of geotechnical design.
The session begins with a focus on key geotechnical index tests used to evaluate soil properties and composition. Topics include moisture content determination, unit weight, grain size analysis (sieve and hydrometer methods), Atterberg limits, organic content, and field tests such as the pocket penetrometer and shear vane. Each test is explained in terms of purpose, procedure, and relevance to engineering practice. The course then transitions to an overview of major soil classification systems, including USDA, AASHTO, USCS, and OSHA, and offers a detailed comparative analysis of their criteria, applications, and limitations. Participants will gain a strong foundation in understanding how soil index properties and classifications play a significant role in geotechnical design.
This 2 PDH online live webinar is intended for civil, structural, and geotechnical engineers, but also provides valuable knowledge to project managers, contractors, and students seeking a clearer understanding of soil behavior.
This PE continuing education live webinar is designed to provide you with the following specific knowledge and skills:
- Understanding the purpose and significance of laboratory soil testing in geotechnical engineering.
- Knowledge of quality assurance measures to ensure accurate and reliable test results.
- Ability to conduct and interpret key soil tests, including moisture content, unit weight, Atterberg limits, grain size distribution, hydrometer analysis, and organic content evaluation.
- Familiarity with correlations between index properties and soil behavior, with a focus on compressibility and consolidation characteristics.
- Knowledge of the overview of three classifications systems: USDA, AASHTO, and USCS soil classification systems
- Understanding of OSHA soil classification guidelines for construction safety and compliance
- Knowledge of pocket penetrometer and shear vane tests in field conditions
- Understanding of Real-world examples demonstrating the impact of soil classification on project planning and design
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