Events

Deep Foundation Dynamic Testing and Analysis Seminar & Workshop - PDCA Headquarters

When: 5/13/2015 - 5/15/2015 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: PDCA National Headquarters


The DFDTA program will consist of a one-day seminar on Deep Foundation Integrity Testing and Wave Equation Analysis, followed by a two-day Workshop on High Strain Dynamic Foundation Testing.  The two programs will be given over a consecutive three-day period, with the seminar presented on Wednesday, April 13, followed by the two-day workshop on Thursday and Friday,14 and 15, respectively.

 
Professional Development Hours  
The seminar and workshop will be presented as independent programs, so you may elect to register and attend just the seminar or just the workshop; or you may elect to register and attend both programs.  Those requiring Professional Development Hours (PDH) may earn up to 19 PDH for completing both the seminar and workshop.  Individually, the seminar will provide 7 PDH and the 2-day Workshop will provide 12 PDH.
 
Seminar on Deep Foundation Integrity Testing and Wave Equation Analysis (Earn 7 PDH): 
Designed for geotechnical, structural and construction engineers; owners, contractors and other professionals involved in the design, construction and specification of deep foundations. 
  • This seminar is suitable for those new to the field of Foundation Testing and Analysis, and includes an overview of non-destructive testing methods (integrity and load testing) and their applications. 
  • It is suitable also for those specifying the testing to gain basic understanding for assessing the results presented in reports. 
  • This seminar is suitable for those needing an understanding of wave equation analysis methods. 
  • Those attending the Workshop that follows this Seminar are strongly encouraged to attend this review of wave equation background materials.
 
Learning objectives:  At the end of the seminar, attendees will be able to:
  • Select an appropriate method of integrity assessment of deep foundations for a particular application.
  • Review reports of integrity and dynamic load testing of deep foundations conducted by others.
  • Run a basic wave equation analysis of pile driving.
 
During the Wave Equation portion of the Seminar, attendees may either observe the lecture or optionally follow the examples along on their laptops. This optional use of the attendee's computer requires having a license of the GRLWEAP 2010 software installed on that computer.  Prepaid registrants can request a temporary license from Pile Dynamics by contactingstheodore@pile.com.
 
High Strain Dynamic Foundation Testing Workshop (Earn 12 PDH): 
Designed for users of the Pile Driving Analyzer® (PDA) system and CAPWAP®®software interested in sharpening their skills; engineers, foundation testing professionals, students and professors already familiar with the basic concepts of deep foundation dynamic testing and analysis; and professionals who desire to have a basic understanding of the dynamic test results being presented to them.
 
Those interested in taking the Dynamic Measurement and Analysis Proficiency Test* should consider the two-day workshop critical to preparing for the proficiency test. 
 
Learning objectives:  At the end of the Workshop, attendees will be able to:
  • Operate the PDA in a manner conducive to acquiring good quality data
  • Assess pile bearing capacity, pile driving stresses, hammer performance and pile integrity by various methods
  • Avoid pitfalls when analyzing PDA data with the CAPWAP® software
  • Interpret PDA testing and CAPWAP® software results
  • Describe the soil-model used in CAPWAP®
  • Prepare the input for CAPWAP®
  • Review options for CAPWAP® analysis and output
  • Calculate bearing capacity and its distribution for driven piles from impact records
 
*Dynamic Measurement and Analysis Proficiency Test  
At the end of the High Strain Dynamic Testing Workshop participants may take a multiple choiceDynamic Measurement and Analysis Proficiency Test.  Test takers are given 90 minutes to complete the test.  The test will cover the theory of Wave Mechanics, Case Method (PDA) equations, data quality assessment, data interpretation and basic CAPWAP® analysis.  The test is designed for those with experience in using the Pile Driving Analyzer® system and CAPWAP® to perform High Strain Dynamic Foundation Tests.  The best preparation for the test is work experience following an initial PDA training. The workshop will refresh the participant's theoretical background and be a reminder of some important points.  Those taking the test are advised to study "Appendix A" and "Helpful Hints" of the PDA manual, review some of the EXAMPLE data provided with the PDA, and read the CAPWAP® background material.  These materials are supplied with PDA purchases.  Those without access to the manuals and examples should please contact jfox@pile.com in advance of the test date.  For more information about the Proficiency Test, go to the Dynamic Measurement & Analysis Proficiency Test website: www.pdaproficiencytest.com.
 
Hotel Reservations
 Holiday Inn & Suites Orange Park:  Attendees are responsible for making their own hotel reservations.  The PDCA has secured a group rate of $89.00 at the Holiday Inn & Suites Orange Park.  In order to make reservations, please call 904-562-7400 and be sure to indicate that you are with the Pile Driving Contractors Association (PDCA).  You must make reservations by Tuesday, April 21, 2015 in order to receive the group rate. 
 
If you require travel or room reservation assistance please contact the PDCA at 888-311-7322.
 
Registration Fees (includes course notes and lunch)
·         Seminar on Deep Foundation Integrity Testing and Wave Equation Analysis - $250.00 USD
·         High Strain Dynamic Foundation Testing Workshop - $500.00 USD
          $50.00 Discount on each program for Early-Bird Registration prior to April 13, 2015.
·         Dynamic Measurement and Analysis Proficiency Test (No Discounts) - $200.00 USD
If you do not pass the test, you are allowed one (1) retake at no additional charge at the next scheduled opportunity.

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