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Geosynthetics Short Course01-19-07 | News

Geosynthetics Short Course




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Everything you ever wanted to know about geosynthetics, presented by the University of Wisconsin-Madison, department of engineering professional development.


The University of Wisconsin-Madison department of engineering professional development is offering a new national short course: ?EUR??,,????'??Geosynthetics: Current Practices in Design and Construction,?EUR??,,????'?? April 26-27 at the Pyle Center in Madison Wis.

This course introduces the use, selection, and installation of geosynthetic products in nine basic areas of application, with modules on use, function, product selection, installation and performance. There will be many opportunities to interact with the instructors and a comprehensive set of course notes and list of references are included.

Topics include: types, manufacture and testing of geosynthetics; soil stabilization/separation, unpaved roads and railroads; pavement maintenance with geosynthetics; embankments on soft soil and use of lightweight fills; erosion and sediment control; review of participants?EUR??,,????'??? written questions and specific projects; subsurface drainage, filters, edge and strip drains; pond liners and landfills; reinforcing steep slopes and retaining walls; foundation support; and geosynthetic specifications and details.

The course offers 1.4 continuing education units and 14 professional development hours.

For more info, call 800-462-0876 or 608-262-2061 and ask for program director C. Allen Wortley.

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