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  • Modern Land Reclamation: Principles and Practices

    Credits: 3 PDH

    PDH Course Description:

    This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the principles, engineering methods, and multidisciplinary considerations involved in modern large-scale land reclamation. Participants will study a wide range of reclamation types, coastal, urban, post-industrial, and environmental, while developing a technical understanding of geotechnical design, hydrologic modeling, sediment transport, fill materials, and environmental restoration. 

    The course emphasizes the planning, design, and implementation of sustainable reclamation practices, integrating international case studies, regulatory frameworks, and environmental assessments to prepare engineers and land surveyors for large-scale, real-world projects.

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    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

    • Define and classify major types of large-scale land reclamation practices.
    • Analyze the geotechnical, hydraulic, and environmental engineering principles involved in modern reclamation.
    • Evaluate fill materials, ground improvement techniques, and sediment transport methods.
    • Interpret legal, environmental, and regulatory frameworks impacting reclamation efforts.
    • Apply risk management strategies for long-term performance and environmental resilience.
    • Review global case studies for lessons in engineering design, environmental integration, and cost-efficiency.

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

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    Intended Audience: This course is intended for civil, geotechnical, coastal, and environmental engineers, as well as land surveyors and project managers involved in large-scale reclamation and coastal development. It is particularly suited for professionals seeking to deepen their technical and regulatory understanding of sustainable reclamation design, hydrologic modeling, fill engineering, and environmental restoration within complex, multidisciplinary project environments. 
    Publication Source: Cadistics Courseware

    Donald Parnell, PE

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