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Geotechnical Introductory Course

An introduction to geotechnical analysis in LUSAS.
  • Level: Beginner
  • Video duration:  6.5 hours
  • Expected learning time:  16 hours 
  • Instructors: Andy Taylor and Alaa Kourdey
  • Cost: £400 + VAT

Who is it for?

  • New or existing users

    This course is for geotechnical engineers with little or no prior knowledge of LUSAS, or for existing LUSAS users interested in exploring geotechnical modelling.

  • In summary

    The course covers getting started with LUSAS and proceeds to cover in detail:
    • 2D geotechnical models, non-linear calculations, and the influence of water
    • Exploration of topics such as excavation, dewatering, structural support elements, and stability analysis
    • 3D geotechnical models, pile load test modelling, and soil-structure interaction

What will I learn about?

The course consists of online video sessions followed by the user carrying out worked examples on their own computer.

Quizzes are used to check the trainee's learning and a CPD certificate stating the number hours of study is available on successful completion of all quizzes.

LUSAS Modelling

Understanding modelling in LUSAS with feature geometry, meshing, engineering attributes, 2D and 3D modelling

Geotechnical analyses

Bearing capacity, stability analysis, excavation, staged construction

Geotechnical materials

Exploration of different geotechnical material models, defining initial stresses, creating soil-structure interfaces

Water analysis

Pore pressure, drained and undrained materials, phreatic surfaces, dewatering

Session details

Accessing LUSAS


Please note that the latest release version of LUSAS will be used for the training course. Individuals who wish to attend the training who do not have access to the required version of the software may request a temporary training licence from LUSAS to allow the running of the software on their personal computers.

After booking your place on the course, please contact onlinetraining@lusas.com to request a licence stating your name and details as asked for on the booking form.

Options for downloading LUSAS

LUSAS may be downloaded either as an ISO file, or as a small startup executable.
Use whichever is better or works for you. 

Web installer

Download a small setup executable which allows you to choose those components that you wish to download and install.

Select this option for online installation on a single PC.

Iso file

Download a single disk image file containing all installation components.

Select this option for offline installation on one or more PCs.

Instructors

Andy Taylor MEng CEng MICE

Andy Taylor is the Training Manager at LUSAS.

He is a Chartered Civil Engineer with 8 years of industry experience as a practising civil and structural engineer, working primarily on the design and analysis of bridges and other highway structures; plus 10 years at LUSAS in various roles, including software engineer and sales support.
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Alaa Kourdey, PhD

Alaa Kourdey is a Senior Geotechnical Consultant at LUSAS.

After receiving his PhD in Geotechnics, Alaa spent 10 years lecturing, before spending 15 years in industry as a practising geotechnical engineer. He joined LUSAS in 2021, providing geotechnical support to clients and helping to push the development of LUSAS's geotechnical capabilities.

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