Overview

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The "Precast & Advanced Pile Foundations" course adopts a multi-disciplinary approach, covering essential aspects of Geotechnical and Structural Engineering in Foundation design across five modules. In Module one of the course, Learners will be able to grasp Precast Driven Pile design and construction procedures, with a focus on material and equipment selection. Practical insights from a case study will enhance the learner’s ability to execute designs in real-world scenarios. In Module two of the course, Learners will be able to navigate precast pile construction in pre-bored holes, understanding crucial materials and equipment. In Module three of the course, Learners will be able to explore steel piles and Continuous Flight Auger (CFA) piles. This module equips the learners with knowledge about applications, construction techniques, and design principles for these advanced foundation systems. In Module four of the course, Learners will be able to learn the latest advancements in pile foundations, focusing on spun and helical piles. This includes understanding applications, construction techniques, and design principles, showcasing how technology optimizes contemporary foundation engineering. Target Learners: Undergraduate students of Civil Engineering Post-Graduate Students of Geotechnical Engineering Practicing Engineers in Pile Construction based projects. Faculties of Civil Engineering Domain Prerequisites: Soil Mechanics Foundation Engineering Reinforced Concrete Design Basics of Pile Foundation

Syllabus

Construction, Design and Case Study of Precast driven piles

This module offers a comprehensive overview of construction procedures for Precast Driven Piles, focusing on the selection of materials and equipment essential for the construction process. Additionally, this module delves into the design requirements procedure through a case study, providing practical insights into the execution of designs in real-world scenarios

Prefabricated Piles in Predrilled Holes: Construction, Design, and Case Study

This module guides learners through the construction of precast piles in prebored holes. It delves into crucial materials and equipment, including precast concrete piles, reinforcement bars, grout, and the significance of temporary casing. Special emphasis is placed on case studies derived from real-time projects, providing practical insights into the design and construction of prefabricated piles in predrilled holes. Additionally, the module introduces technological advancements, specifically in micropiles construction and design, ensuring learners stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the field of design and construction.

Overview of Steel Piles and CFA piles

This module is tailored to provide in-depth insights into the latest technological advancements in the realm of pile foundations, focusing on both steel piles and Continuous Flight Auger (CFA) piles. Learners will explore the applications, construction techniques, and design principles associated with these advanced foundation systems. By delving into the intricacies of steel piles and CFA piles, learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of how technology is harnessed to optimize performance and efficiency in contemporary foundation engineering.

Overview of Spun Piles and Helical Piles

This module provides in-depth insights into the latest advancements in pile foundations, focusing on spun and helical piles. Learners will explore applications, construction techniques, and design principles, gaining a comprehensive understanding of how technology optimizes contemporary foundation engineering.