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  • Land Development Practices for Single-Family Residential Subdivisions

    Credits: 4 PDH

    PDH Course Description:

    This course provides an in-depth examination of the engineering principles, planning processes, regulatory frameworks, and construction practices involved in the development of single-family residential subdivisions. 

    From site selection and feasibility analysis to infrastructure design and final plat approvals, the course guides licensed engineers through every critical stage of the land development lifecycle. Emphasis is placed on civil engineering design, regulatory coordination, and practical considerations unique to residential subdivision development.

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    Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

    • Understand the regulatory, legal, and zoning considerations specific to residential subdivision planning.
    • Perform site feasibility evaluations including environmental, topographic, and infrastructure assessments.
    • Apply best practices in site layout, lot configuration, grading, drainage, and utility planning.
    • Navigate platting, permitting, and development review processes.
    • Address common challenges such as stormwater management, traffic access, and construction phasing.

    To take this course:

    1.) Enroll in Course: Click below to enroll:
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    2.) Study: Once enrolled, click below to begin the course:

    Download the Study Guide

    3.) Test: Once you've thoroughly read the course materials, please click below to take the final examination.

    Take the final exam

    4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.

    Important – Payment is required prior to printing of your certificate of completion.

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    Print the Certificate of Completion

    Intended Audience: This course is intended for civil engineering, land development engineering, environmental engineering, surveying, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, and construction engineering disciplines involved in residential development projects. 
    Publication Source: Cadistics Courseware

    Donald Parnell, PE

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