Print this page Special Foundations - Part III
Ruben A. Gomez, P.E.
Course Outline
By reading the material contained in the pages of this course you will find the basic differences between friction and end-bearing piles, as well as the analytical methods available to calculate their load capacity. You will also have a chance to review the different type of piles available, their inherent characteristics and the methods of installation and testing which are found in the common engineering practice.
This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.
Learning Objective
Upon conclusion of this course, the reader will:
- Become familiar with the historical development and evolution of pile foundations;
- Understand the interaction between pile and soil and how to structure the mathematical principles corresponding to the idealized models;
- Have the ability to recognize the benefits of different piles and their use and capacities;
- Be able to pick the pile most suitable for the project at hand;
- Become proficient in the art of pile testing and instrumentation; and
- Reach a level of competitive alertness and leadership.
Intended Audience
This course is intended for soil engineers, foundation engineers, construction engineers, structural engineers, architectural engineers and general contractors.
Benefit for Attendee
Attendees to this course will find the contents of this course as a handy practical guide to pile design, handling, installation, inspection and testing.
Course Introduction
Within the confines of this course coverage, we have made every possible effort to address most of what the engineer needs to know about pile foundation engineering. Whatever we could have missed, the average engineer could likely get out of his own textbooks or from the familiar reference books he already has in his own library.
Course Content
The course content is contained in the following PDF file:
Special Foundations - Part III
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Course Summary
The contents of this course can be summarized in the following manner: it comprises pile differences by performance, materials and methods of installation. Additionally, the engineer will find all the basics he needs to know about pile testing and the common necessary tools and equipment used in driving operations.
Related Links and References
The following reference books were used by the author in the preparation of this course:
1. Soil Mechanics in Engineering Practice by Karl Terzaghi
2. Deep Foundation Improvements (1991) M. I. Esrig
3. Dynamic Compaction (1986) R. G. Lukas
Quiz
Once you finish studying the above course content, you need to take a quiz to obtain the PDH credits.
DISCLAIMER: The materials contained in the online course are not intended as a representation or warranty on the part of PDH Center or any other person/organization named herein. The materials are for general information only. They are not a substitute for competent professional advice. Application of this information to a specific project should be reviewed by a registered architect and/or professional engineer/surveyor. Anyone making use of the information set forth herein does so at their own risk and assumes any and all resulting liability arising therefrom.
