Architecture & DesignSoils and Foundations: The Low Down on Dirt

Soils and Foundations: The Low Down on Dirt

SKU: RV-11296

Duration: 2.00 Hrs

Soils issues and ineffective water management methods create serious problems with foundation systems and structures. Understanding the core soil problems faced in the construction industry and methods to overcome them allow you to avoid the associated issues. This interactive online course will teach you about some of the most common issues found with soils and how to overcome them. You will also learn about ICC codes that govern site inspections. Additionally, you will learn about geotech reports and best practices when assessing soil conditions.

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Course Details

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Describe soil conditions and describe how soils react to the environment
Select tools and processes to minimize risks associated with improper soil preparation
Identify the types of problems that can occur and how to avoid them completely
Describe how to decrease settlement related failures

Specs

Course Level	Intermediate
Languages	English
Compatibility	Audio, Video, MobileReady

Mark Woolley

Author

Mark's career has spanned more than 30 years in the construction and real estate industry. He is a fifth-generation homebuilder. Positions he has held include Construction Manager, Operations Manager, General Manager, Director, Vice President of Construction and President. His responsibilities have ranged from land design, planning, acquisition & analysis, the entitlement process, product type & feature selection, human resources, corporate training, marketing & sales, purchasing, production, warranty, customer relations, construction forensic analysis & services to recognized industry expert.

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