Course on Applied Geotechnics in Deep Excavations
About our
The Applied Geotechnical Engineering in Deep Excavations course focuses on the study and application of advanced techniques in geotechnical analysis, design of retaining structures, and slope stabilization for deep excavation projects. Topics covered include soil mechanics, excavation stability, and soil-structure interaction, using tools such as finite element software and 3D modeling for the analysis and simulation of complex scenarios.
The course provides practical knowledge on construction methods, support systems (diaphragm walls, piles, anchors), and ground deformation control. In addition, it includes aspects related to hydrogeology and drainage, fundamental for groundwater management in excavations. The training prepares professionals such as geotechnical engineers, structural engineers, and construction managers, enabling them to face challenges in underground infrastructure and construction projects.
Course on Applied Geotechnics in Deep Excavations
- Format: Online
- Duration: 3 months
- Hours: 300 H
- Language: English / Spanish
- Registration date: 23-10-2026
- Start date: 12-12-2026
- Available places: 2
750 $
Competencies and results
What you will learn
1. Geotechnical Analysis and Design of Deep Excavations: A Comprehensive Course
- Understand the principles of geotechnical engineering applied to soil and rock analysis.
- Evaluate geotechnical information relevant to deep excavation projects.
- Analyze geotechnical investigation methods and their application in design.
- Interpret laboratory and field test results to characterize the soil.
- Identify and evaluate geotechnical risks associated with deep excavations.
- Design excavation support systems, including diaphragm walls and piles.
- Calculate slope stability and analyze landslide risk.
- Apply numerical models (FEM) to simulate soil and structural behavior.
- Design drainage systems to control water flow in excavations.
- Estimate settlements and deformations caused by the Excavation.
Know the relevant regulations and design codes for deep excavations.
Supervise and control the execution of deep excavations.
2. In-depth Expertise in Geotechnical Engineering: Excavations, Design and Advanced Analysis
2. Advanced Geotechnical Engineering: Excavations, Design, and Analysis
Fundamentals of Geotechnical Engineering: Review of basic principles, soil and rock properties.
Subsurface Investigation: Geotechnical exploration techniques, including drilling, in-situ testing, and sampling.
Slope Stability Analysis: Analysis methods, safety factors, and design of stabilization measures.
Excavation Design: Construction methods, shoring, diaphragm walls, and anchoring systems.
Settlement Analysis: Prediction of settlements in soils and rocks, considering consolidation and deformation.
Deep Foundations: Design and analysis of piles, piers, and other deep foundation systems.
Soil-Structure Interaction: Modeling and analysis of the interaction between soil and structures.
Seismic Geotechnics: Liquefaction assessment, foundation design in seismic zones, and seismic soil response analysis.
Drainage and Groundwater Control: Design of drainage, pumping, and groundwater level control systems.
Numerical Analysis in Geotechnics: Use of specialized software for geotechnical modeling and analysis (e.g., Plaxis, GeoStudio).
Case Studies: Analysis of real-world projects, including complex excavations, special foundations, and stability issues.
Geotechnical Risk Management: Risk assessment, mitigation plans, and geotechnical project management.
3. Comprehensive user-oriented design and validation (from modeling to manufacturing)
You will learn to integrate the entire product development process, from initial model conception to final validation, applying user-centered methodologies. You will develop skills in parametric design, ergonomics, simulation, sustainable materials, 3D visualization, and manufacturing management, ensuring efficient, safe solutions that meet current industry standards.
4. Applied Geotechnics: Master Deep Excavations, Design and Stability
4. Applied Geotechnical Engineering: Mastering Deep Excavations, Design, and Stability
- Understand the fundamental principles of soil mechanics and their application in geotechnical engineering projects.
- Analyze and evaluate the geotechnical properties of soil, including soil identification and classification, determination of strength and deformation parameters, and permeability characterization.
- Design and analyze the stability of deep excavations, considering different excavation methods, support systems (diaphragm walls, piles, etc.), and soil-structure interaction.
- Evaluate the geotechnical risks associated with deep excavations, such as landslides, settlements, and structural failures, and develop mitigation measures.
- Apply specialized software for geotechnical analysis and design, including finite element modeling and stability analysis.
- Master the design of deep foundations, such as piles and caissons, considering structural loads, soil properties, and safety requirements.
Analyze soil-structure interaction in geotechnical projects, including the evaluation of bearing capacity and the dynamic behavior of structures.
Apply soil improvement techniques to increase bearing capacity, reduce deformation, and improve soil stability in deep excavation projects.
Understand the importance of geotechnical monitoring for tracking soil and structural behavior and for the early detection of problems.
Study the relevant legislation and technical standards for the design and construction of deep excavations and geotechnical structures.
5. Geotechnical Engineering in Excavations: Design, Stability and Practical Applications
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Identify and mitigate risks associated with excavations, such as subsidence.
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Analyze practical cases of successful and problematic excavations.
Understand the fundamental principles of geotechnical engineering applied to excavations.
Analyze slope stability and how to prevent landslides in excavations.
Design safe excavations, considering soil properties and loads.
Evaluate different excavation methods and their geotechnical impacts.
Study earth retention techniques, such as walls and piles.
Apply specialized software for the geotechnical analysis of excavations.
Interpret geotechnical reports and field data for decision-making.
Learn about the legal and regulatory aspects related to excavations.
6. Deep Excavations: Geotechnical Fundamentals, Design and Control
6. Deep Excavations: Geotechnical Fundamentals, Design, and Control
- Understand the fundamental principles of geotechnics applied to deep excavations, including soil and rock mechanics.
- Analyze the factors that influence the stability of deep excavations, such as earth pressure, groundwater, and soil properties.
- Apply geotechnical design methods for the construction of deep excavations, including the selection of support systems, such as diaphragm walls, piles, and anchors.
- Evaluate the different types of support systems and their applications based on soil and project conditions.
- Master quality control and monitoring techniques to ensure the safety and stability of deep excavations during construction.
- Use specialized software for the analysis and design of deep excavations.
- Identify and Mitigate the risks associated with deep excavations, such as settlement, landslides, and structural failures.
Understand the current regulations and standards related to the construction of deep excavations.
Estimate the costs and execution times of deep excavation projects.
Apply the knowledge acquired in practical case studies and real-world deep excavation projects.
Who this program is for:
Course on Applied Geotechnics in Deep Excavations
- Civil engineers, geologists, mining engineers, or professionals with training in disciplines related to geotechnical engineering and construction.
- Professionals working in construction companies, engineering consultancies, geotechnical design companies, or government entities related to infrastructure and soil management.
- Individuals involved in deep excavation projects, such as field engineers, project managers, site supervisors, or those responsible for the planning and execution of geotechnical work.
- Professionals who wish to acquire specialized knowledge in the analysis, design, and execution of deep excavations, including soil studies, the selection of construction methods, risk assessment, and stability control.
- Standards-driven curriculum: you will work with CS-27/CS-29, DO-160, DO-178C/DO-254, ARP4754A/ARP4761, ADS-33E-PRF from the first module.
- Accreditable laboratories (EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
- Evidence-oriented TFM: safety case, test plan, compliance dossierand operational limits.
- Mentored by industry: teachers with experience in rotorcraft, tiltrotor, eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
- Flexible modality (hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
- Ethics and security: safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
1.1 Importance of Geotechnical Engineering in Deep Excavations
1.2 Soil Properties: Classification and Behavior
1.3 Key Geotechnical Parameters for Design
1.4 Subsurface Exploration: Methods and Techniques
1.5 Preliminary Excavation Design: Basic Concepts
1.6 Slope Stability: Factors and Analysis
1.7 Drainage and Groundwater Control
1.8 Instrumentation and Monitoring in Excavations
1.9 Relevant Design Codes and Standards
1.10 Introduction to Geotechnical Analysis Software
2.2 Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering and its Importance in Excavations
2.2 Types of Excavations and their Applications
2.3 Fundamental Principles of Soil Mechanics
2.4 Key Geological and Geotechnical Factors
2.5 Environmental Impact and Sustainability in Excavations
2.6 Preliminary Considerations for Excavation Design
2.7 Applicable Standards and Regulations
2.8 Safety and Initial Risk Control
2.2 Subsurface Exploration and Sampling
2.2 Laboratory Tests for Soil Characterization
2.3 In-situ Tests and their Interpretation
2.4 Soil Classification: Systems and Criteria
2.5 Geotechnical Properties: Strength, Deformability, and Permeability
2.6 Geotechnical Data Analysis and Profile Development
2.7 Influence of Subsurface Water Presence
2.8 Geological and Geotechnical Risk Assessment
3.2 Retaining Wall Design: Types and Selection
3.2 Earth Pressure Analysis: Theories and Methods
3.3 Global and Local Stability: Criteria and Verification
3.4 Design of Anchorage and Bracing Systems
3.5 Drainage and Groundwater Control Design
3.6 Foundation Design for Adjacent Structures
3.7 Structural Element Sizing: Calculation and Software
3.8 Design Verification and Quality Control
4.2 Construction Methods in Excavations: Selection and Evaluation
4.2 Open-Pit and Underground Excavations: Techniques
4.3 Use of Retaining Walls: Design and Installation
4.4 Soil Reinforcement Methods: Grouting, Jet Grouting
4.5 Displacement and Deformation Control in Excavations
4.6 Management of Excavated Materials: Disposal and Reuse
4.7 Quality Control in Construction: Tests and Trials
4.8 Construction Safety: Plans and Protocols
5.2 Geotechnical Modeling: Software and Tools
5.2 Finite Element and Finite Difference Analysis
5.3 Soil-Structure Interaction Modeling
5.4 Stability Analysis: Methods and Criteria
5.5 Geotechnical Risk Assessment: Methodologies
5.6 Sensitivity Analysis and Design Optimization
5.7 Implementation of Risk Mitigation Measures
5.8 Interpretation of Results and Decision Making
6.2 Case Studies of Successful and Unsuccessful Excavations
6.2 Analysis of Common Geotechnical Problems
6.3 Design and Construction in Complex Soils
6.4 Excavations in Urban Areas: Challenges and Solutions
6.5 Geotechnical Applications in Different Types of Projects
6.6 Design Optimization and Cost Savings
6.7 Innovation and New Technologies in Excavations
6.8 Lessons Learned and Continuous Improvement
7.2 International and National Regulations for Excavations
7.2 Codes and Standards for Geotechnical Design
7.3 Legal Requirements and Permits for Excavations
7.4 Responsibilities of Stakeholders in the Construction Process
7.5 Excavation Design in Seismic Zones
7.6 Sustainability and Social Responsibility Aspects
7.7 Professional Certifications and Accreditations
7.8 Updates to Regulations and Best Practices
8.2 Monitoring Displacements and Deformations
8.2 Geotechnical Instrumentation: Types and Applications
8.3 Performance Evaluation of Retaining Structures
8.4 Analysis of Monitoring Data and Decision Making
8.5 Maintenance and Repair of Retaining Structures
8.6 Long-Term Stability Assessment
8.7 Information Management and Monitoring Reports
8.8 Design Improvement Based on Actual Performance
3.3 Soil Index Properties and Classification
3.2 Laboratory Tests: Particle Size Distribution, Atterberg Limits, Compaction
3.3 Geotechnical Investigation: Subsurface Exploration, Boreholes, Test Pits
3.4 Physical and Mechanical Properties of Soils
3.5 Geotechnical Parameters: Shear Strength, Permeability, Consolidation
3.6 Site Reconnaissance and Soil Characterization
3.7 Software and Tools for Geotechnical Characterization
3.8 Geotechnical Report: Structure and Content
2.3 Slope Stability in Excavations
2.2 Earth Pressure Analysis: Rankine, Coulomb
2.3 Excavation Design: Methods and Criteria
2.4 Calculation of Settlements and Deformations
2.5 Seismic Analysis in Excavations
2.6 Evaluation of the Influence of Water In the Soil
2.7 Risk Mitigation Methods in Excavations
2.8 Introduction to Geotechnical Analysis Software
3.3 Types of Retaining Walls: Gravity, Cantilever, Anchored
3.2 Wall Design: Stability, Strength, Deformations
3.3 Anchor Design: Types, Capacity, Installation
3.4 Diaphragm Wall Design: Piles, Diaphragm Walls, Jet Grouting
3.5 Drainage Design: Functions and Design
3.6 Retaining Wall Design Software
3.7 Structural Design of Retaining Walls
3.8 Verification of Global Stability
4.3 Construction Methods in Excavations: Open-pit, Containment
4.2 Construction of Diaphragm Walls: Construction Process
4.3 Pile Installation: Types and Equipment
4.4 Use of Anchors: Installation and Testing
4.5 Soil Consolidation: Grouting, Jet Grouting
4.6 Support Systems: Bracing, Structures
4.7 Quality Control in Excavation Construction
4.8 Safety in the Construction Process
5.3 Geotechnical Modeling: Types, Tools, Parameters
5.2 Finite Element Analysis in Geotechnical Engineering
5.3 Deformation and Settlement Analysis
5.4 Geotechnical Risk Assessment: Failures, Instability
5.5 Risk Management in Excavations
5.6 Risk Reduction Methods
5.7 Geotechnical Modeling Software
5.8 Interpretation of Results and Recommendations
6.3 Case Studies: Excavations in Cohesive Soils
6.2 Case Studies: Excavations in Granular Soils
6.3 Case Studies: Excavations with a High Water Table
6.4 Case Studies: Excavations in Seismic Zones
6.5 Case Studies: Urban Excavations and Excavations with Interference
6.6 Case Studies: Excavations with Rocky Environments
6.7 Case Analysis and Discussion: Lessons Learned
6.8 Presentation of Case Study Reports
7.3 Regulations and Standards: Eurocode 7, ASTM, AASHTO
7.2 Technical Specifications for Excavations
7.3 Design Requirements: Safety and Functionality
7.4 Quality Control: Inspection, Testing, Verification
7.5 Permits and Authorizations
7.6 On-Site Documentation: Drawings, Reports, and Specifications
7.7 Regulatory Compliance in Excavations
7.8 Audits and Verification of Compliance
8.3 Monitoring Systems: Geotechnical Instrumentation
8.2 Displacement Monitoring Inclinometers, Extensometers
8.3 Water Pressure Monitoring: Piezometers
8.4 Results Evaluation: Data Analysis and Trends
8.5 Alert and Action Criteria
8.6 Corrective and Mitigation Measures
8.7 Monitoring and Evaluation Report
8.8 Closure and Final Evaluation
4.4 Geotechnical Principles in Foundations
4.2 Stability Analysis in Deep Excavations
4.3 Geotechnical Design of Retaining Walls
4.4 Selection of Construction Methods for Foundations
4.5 Evaluation of Soil Bearing Capacity
4.6 Design of Shallow and Deep Foundations
4.7 Advanced Geotechnical Modeling and Simulation
4.8 Quality Control and Supervision in Excavation Works
4.9 Geotechnical Risk Analysis in Projects
4.40 Case Studies: Practical Applications in Geotechnical Design
5.5 Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering and its Importance in Deep Excavations
5.5 Geology and Soil Formation: Fundamentals
5.3 Index and Mechanical Properties of Soils: Key Concepts
5.4 Geotechnical Exploration: Field Methods and Techniques
5.5 Laboratory Tests: Classification and Characterization
5.6 Stability Analysis: Slopes and Retaining Walls
5.7 Earth Pressure: Theories and Applications
5.8 Introduction to Geotechnical Design: Design Criteria
5.5 Geotechnical Investigation: In-Situ Investigation Methods
5.5 Subsurface Characterization: Stratigraphy and Geological Profiles
5.3 Physical Properties of Soil: Density, Moisture Content, Particle Size Distribution
5.4 Mechanical Properties of Soil: Shear Strength, Compressibility
5.5 Laboratory Tests Advanced Tests: Consolidation, Direct Shear, Triaxial
5.6 Soil Quality Analysis: Quality Control
5.7 Influence of Water on Soil Behavior: Drainage and Seepage
5.8 Geophysical Studies: Applications in Subsurface Characterization
3.5 Retaining Wall Design: Types and Applications
3.5 Diaphragm Wall Design: Piles, Berlin Walls, etc.
3.3 Anchor Design: Types and Design Criteria
3.4 Bracing Design: Procedures and Calculations
3.5 Structural Design of Excavations: Ultimate Limit State and Serviceability
3.6 Soil-Structure Interaction: Analysis and Modeling
3.7 Global Stability: Verification and Analysis
3.8 Foundation Design: Foundations in Excavations
4.5 Construction Methods in Deep Excavations: Generalities
4.5 Shoring Excavation: Systems and Techniques
4.3 Diaphragm Wall Excavation: Execution and Control
4.4 Use of Anchors: Installation and Testing
4.5 Bracing: Assembly and Control
4.6 Drainage and Water Control: Methods and Techniques
4.7 Underground Works: Tunnel and Basement Construction
4.8 Vibration and Noise Control in Excavations
5.5 Geotechnical Modeling: Principles and Tools
5.5 Numerical Modeling: Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
5.3 Soil-Structure Interaction Modeling
5.4 Geotechnical Risk Assessment: Identification and Analysis
5.5 Sensitivity Analysis: Key Parameters and Their Influence
5.6 Performance-Based Design: Criteria and Applications
5.7 Stability Assessment: Advanced Methods
5.8 Implementation of Risk Mitigation Measures
6.5 Case Studies of Successful Deep Excavations
6.5 Case Studies of Challenged Deep Excavations
6.3 Analysis of the Behavior of Existing Structures
6.4 Application of Design Techniques in Real-World Projects
6.5 Design Optimization: Practical Cases
6.6 Study of the Influence of Water Pressure
6.7 Slope Stability Analysis
6.8 Use of Specialized Software in Real-World Cases
7.5 International Standards for Deep Excavations
7.5 National Standards for Deep Excavations
7.3 Geotechnical Design Codes: Eurocode 7 and others
7.4 Quality Standards for Excavations
7.5 Safety Requirements in Design and Execution
7.6 Legal Aspects and Responsibilities in Excavations
7.7 Inspection and Quality Control according to Standards
7.8 Updates and Changes in Standards
8.5 Instrumentation in Deep Excavations: Types and Uses
8.5 Displacement Monitoring: Methods and Techniques
8.3 Water Pressure Measurement: Techniques and Applications
8.4 Load Monitoring on Anchors and Bracing
8.5 Performance Evaluation: Data Analysis
8.6 Control Quality in Execution
8.7 Corrective Measures: Actions Based on Monitoring
8.8 Excavation Performance Reports and Documentation
6.6 Geotechnical Fundamentals: Principles of soil and rock mechanics.
6.2 Subsurface Investigations: Field and laboratory tests.
6.3 Retaining Wall Design: Types and calculation methods.
6.4 Slope Stability: Analysis and mitigation strategies.
6.5 Excavations and Shoring: Techniques and safety considerations.
6.6 Drainage System Design: Groundwater control.
6.7 Geotechnical Modeling: Software and numerical analysis.
6.8 Quality Control in Excavations: Monitoring and follow-up.
6.9 Case Studies: Practical examples of design and construction.
6.60 Legal and Regulatory Aspects: Applicable codes and regulations.
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