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Michael J. Dickey, P.E.
This online course provides an introduction to in-situ capping as a remedial approach for contaminated sediment sites. Specific topics include advantages and limitations of in-situ capping, evaluation of site conditions that may impact feasibility or effectiveness of a capping strategy, functional components of caps, and other considerations that must be accounted for in the cap design. The course also introduces concepts in cap design methods including identification of capping materials; evaluation of physical, chemical, and erosion protection components; and geotechnical and operational considerations.
This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.
NY PE & PLS: You must choose courses that are technical in nature or related to matters of laws and ethics contributing to the health and welfare of the public. NY Board does not accept courses related to office management, risk management, leadership, marketing, accounting, financial planning, real estate, and basic CAD. Specific course topics that are on the borderline and are not acceptable by the NY Board have been noted under the course description on our website.