Print this page An Introduction to
Foundation Investigations for Arch Dams
J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A., Fellow ASCE, Fellow AEI
Course Outline
1. INTRODUCTION
2. SITE SELECTION INVESTIGATIONS
3. GEOLOGICAL INVESTIGATIONS OF SELECTED DAM SITE
4. ROCK MECHANICS INVESTIGATIONS
5. ROCK MECHANICS ANALYSES
This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.
Learning Objective
Upon completion of this course you will:
- Learn how to conduct surface and subsurface investigations;
- Learn the importance of core borings;
- Learn the applications of rock core logs;
- Learn how bore hole logging should be undertaken;
- Learn how to apply geophysical surveying techniques;
- Learn when groundwater investigations are needed;
- Learn the importance of adits; and
- Learn about the Rock Mass Rating System.
Intended Audience
This course is intended for civil and geotechnical engineers and other design and construction professionals wanting to learn about foundation investigations for concrete arch dams.
Benefit for Attendee
This course will give design and construction professionals an introduction to foundation investigations for concrete arch dams.
Course Introduction
This course provides introductory information about evaluation of soil and rock foundations for concrete arch dams.
About Course Author
Paul Guyer is a registered mechanical engineer, civil engineer, fire protection engineer and architect with over 35 years experience in the design of buildings and related infrastructure. For an additional 9 years he was a senior-level advisor to the California Legislature on infrastructure and capital outlay issues. He has designed and supervised the design of hundreds of construction projects requiring the preparation of detailed working drawings and specifications for federal, state and local public agencies and private companies. He is a graduate of Stanford University and has held numerous national, state and local positions with the American Society of Civil Engineers and National Society of Professional Engineers.
Course Content
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An Introduction to
Foundation Investigations for Arch Dams
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Course Summary
This course will give you tools that will help you to understand the importance of foundation investigations for concrete arch dams.
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.
