Missouri Soil Mechanics including Geotechnical Design and Construction Considerations
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Agenda
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Tuesday, April 5, 2022
8:30 am – 4:15 pm CDT (incl. a 45-min break)
Presented by:
Kevin W. McLain, PhD
Lyle Simonton, P.E. , LEED® AP
Soil Investigation and Classification K. McLain
Properties of soil
• Importance of recognizing soil properties
• Formation of soils
• Types of soils in Missouri
Soil investigation on Missouri construction sites
• Site reconnaissance
• Geology and visual observations
• Drilling and boring
• Test pits
• Establishing appropriate investigational methods
• Obtaining and reviewing geotechnical reports
Reviewing Hydraulic and Mechanical Properties of Missouri Soils K. McLain
Soil permeability
Compressibility of soil
Soil hydraulics
• Saturation, hydraulic gradient, and conductivity
Drained and undrained shear strength
• Vertical and lateral earth pressure
Stress and failure in soils
Practical Considerations of Geotechnical Construction L. Simonton
Understanding geotechnical report recommendations
Introduction to aggregate pier ground improvement
Other types of ground improvement
Deep foundation alternatives (drilled and driven piling)
• Types of available equipment (drill rigs)
• Cost considerations of foundation alternatives
Introduction to earth retention for support of excavation
Determining and Increasing Slope Stability K. McLain
Natural and engineered slopes
Reviewing basic concepts of slope stability
Understanding slope failures
Impact of surface water and groundwater
Examining slope stabilization methods
• Unloading
• Draining and compaction
• Reinforcement
• Soil improvement
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Credits
Professional Engineers:
6.5 PDHs
Architects:
6.5 HSW CE Hours
AIA: (AIA credits only available for attending live Webinar)
6.5 LU|HSW
Landscape Architects:
6.5 HSW CE Hours
LA CES: (LA CES credits only available for attending live Webinar)
6.5 HSW PDHs
International Code Council:
.65 CEUs (Sitework)
Continuing Education Credit Information
Missouri Soil Mechanics including Geotechnical Design and Construction Considerations
This webinar is open to the public and offers 6.5 PDHs to professional engineers, and
6.5 HSW continuing education hours to architects and landscape architects in Missouri.
Educators and courses are not subject to preapproval in Missouri.
Engineers, architects and landscape architects seeking continuing education credit in
other states will be able to claim the hours earned at this webinar, in most cases. Refer to
specific state rules to determine eligibility.
The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this
course for 6.5 LU|HSW (Sponsor No. J885). Only full participation is reportable to the
AIA/CES.
The Landscape Architecture Continuing Education System has approved this course for
6.5 HSW PDHs. Only full participation is reportable to the LA CES.
The International Code Council has approved this course for .65 CEUs in the Specialty
Area of Sitework (Provider No. 1232).
Completion certificates will be awarded to participants who complete this event, respond
to prompts and earn a passing score (80%) on the quiz that follows the presentation
(multiple attempts allowed).
Speakers
Kevin W. McLain PhD
Missouri University of Science & Technology
Dr. McLain earned his bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Geologic Option) from Kansas State University in 1988. He joined The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) designing structures then transferring to the Geotechnical Section. While working, Dr. McLain earned a master’s degree from Kansas State University in Civil (Geotechnical) Engineering (2003). He then earned a master’s degree (2010) and doctorate (2015) in Construction Engineering and Project Management from Iowa State University. Dr. McLain became the Geotechnical Director at MoDOT in 2013. He retired from MoDOT in 2020 to pursue more teaching opportunities at the Missouri University of Science and Technology (MS&T). During his tenure at MoDOT, Dr. McLain brought cone penetration testing (CPT), drill rig hammer energy testing and inclinometer installation and use to the department. He also led a team to overhaul the Geotechnical Section Labs’ data monitoring, collection and reporting systems. Dr. McLain teaches courses in Geotechnical Engineering, Intermediate Soils Mechanics, Soil Mechanics for Geo-Professionals, Designing with Geosynthetics, In-Situ Soil Testing, Construction Methods and Construction Scheduling. He is also a faculty advisor to the student American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) student chapter in Rolla. Dr. McLain is a registered professional engineer and registered geologist in Missouri. He is also a member of ASCE in both the Construction and Geo Institutes.
Lyle Simonton, P.E. LEED® AP
Director of Business Development, Subsurface Constructors, Inc., of St. Louis, MOLyle Simonton graduated from the University of Missouri-Rolla (MS&T) with a bachelor’s degree in Geological Engineering in 1997 and received a master’s degree in Civil (Geotechnical) Engineering from the University of Illinois – Champaign Urbana in 1999. He is a registered professional engineer in Missouri. Mr. Simonton is a member of ASCE and DFI and he is currently on the Soil Improvement Committees for the ASCE Geo-Institute and the Deep Foundations Institute and serves on the Geo-Institute’s Local Involvement Committee. He is also a past president for the ASCE St. Louis Section and he has been an active member of the St. Louis Geo-Institute Chapter throughout his career. Mr. Simonton is also current serving as the Membership Chairperson for the ASCE St. Louis Section and is an ASCE Mentor. He is on the Board of Directors and Education and Legislative Committees for the Southern Illinois Builders Association (SIBA). Mr. Simonton also sits on the Professional Advisory Board for the Civil, Environmental and Infrastructure Engineering Department at Southern Illinois University – Carbondale.
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Course Title: Missouri Soil Mechanics including Geotechnical Design and Construction Considerations
Delivery Method: Live Online
Course Description: This course examines soil investigation and classification, hydraulic and mechanical properties of soils, practical considerations of geotechnical construction, and determining and increasing slope stability. Numerous examples will be shared of soil conditions and design practices specific to Missouri.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to describe the need to understand the properties of soil on particular development projects and the value of conducting soil investigations to determine the appropriate type and design of that foundation, which will ensure its longevity and safety.
Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to articulate the need to understand the hydraulic and mechanical properties of site soils so that soil compressibility and drainage can be considered for foundation design.
Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to discuss and reference geotechnical report recommendations, explore ground improvement options, and examine alternatives to deep foundations.
Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to differentiate the stability of natural and engineered slopes, explain why slopes fail, and describe slope stabilization methods to avoid slope failure and landslides.
LUs: 6.5 LU Type: LU|HSWs.
Prerequisites: Familiarity with site development and earthwork
Advance Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Course Expiration Date: 02/07/2025
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