General
Engineering Uses of Geotextiles
Credits: 6 PDH
Course Description:
This course covers the physical properties, functions, design methods, design details and construction procedures for geotextiles as used in pavements, railroad beds, retaining wall earth embankment, rip-rap, concrete revetment, and drain construction.
Geotextile functions described include pavements, filtration and drainage, reinforced embankments, railroads, erosion and sediment control, and earth retaining walls.
Topics:
At the conclusion of this course, the student will:- Introduction to Geotextiles
- Types of Geotextiles and Construction
- Durability and Seam Strength
- Design for Separation
- Geotextiles in Pavement Applications
- Filtration and Drainage
- Geotexttile Reinforced Embankments
- Embankment Failure Modes
- Bearing Capacity Considerations
- Railroad Track Construction and Rehabilitation
- Reinforced Soil Walls
- Erosion and Sedimentation Control
- Special Applications
To take this course:
1.) Purchase Course:Option 1: Purchase single PDH credits
Option 2: Purchase the 12 month "Annual Membership" plan (unlimited)
Option 3: Purchase the 24 month "Biennial Membership" plan (unlimited)
2.) Enroll in Course:
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3.) Study: Once enrolled, click below to begin the course:

4.) Test: Upon reading the course Study Guide, please click below to take the quiz.
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5.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the quiz, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.

Intended Audience: This course is intended for Drainage, Water Resource, Geotechnical, Civil, Environmental, and other engineers whose job description may require an intermediate knowledge of geotextile materials.
Publication Source: US Corp of Engineers
Course: Instructor