Slope Stabilization and Landslide Prevention
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Agenda
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Wednesday, February 23, 2022
8:30 am – 5:00 pm CST (incl. a 30-min break)
Presented by:
Curran E Mohney
Agenda
Slope Movement and Mechanisms
Types of slope movement and instability
• Rock fall and rockslides
• Translational and rotational failures
• Debris flows and rapidly moving landslides
Analyzing the stability of slopes
Slope stability concepts
• Reviewing geologic conditions
• Examining soils and topography
• Evaluating surface and groundwater conditions
A brief discussion of soil and rock mechanics
• The influence of water
Evaluating types of slopes
• Natural slopes
• Engineered slopes
Methods of slope stability analysis
Slope Stabilization Methods
Use of vegetation (bioengineering)
Surface protection
Unloading
Buttressing
Buttressing for streambank stabilization and environmental considerations
Drainage
Reinforcement
Installing earth retention structures
Rock slope stabilization
Combining methods
Landslide Hazard and Risk Assessment
Definitions and elements of landslide hazard risk
Risk-reduction strategies (objectives for landslide mitigation)
Lifestyle cost analysis
Applications
Case Histories in Landslide Mitigation
Slope stabilization using retaining walls
Slope stabilization using combinations of methods
Rockfall mitigation
Slope stabilization using earthworks
• Shear keys and buttresses
• Unloading
Slope stabilization using drainage
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Credits
Professional Engineers:
7.5 PDHs
Architects:
7.5 HSW CE Hours
AIA: (AIA credits only available for attending live Webinar)
7.5 LU|HSW
Landscape Architects:
7.5 HSW CE Hours
LA CES: (LA CES credits only available for attending live Webinar)
7.5 HSW PDHs
Floodplain Managers:
7.5 ASFPM CECs
International Code Council:
.75 CEUs (Sitework)
Continuing Education Credit Information
Slope Stabilization and Landslide Prevention
This webinar offers 7.5 PDHs to professional engineers in all states, 7.5 HSW continuing education hours to architects in all states, and 7.5 HSW CE hours to landscape architects in all states except New Jersey.
HalfMoon Education is an approved continuing education sponsor for engineers in Florida (Provider No. 0004647), Indiana (License No. CE21700059), Maryland, New Jersey (Approval No. 24GP00000700) and North Carolina (S-0130). HalfMoon Education is deemed an approved continuing education sponsor for New York engineers, architects and landscape architects via its registration with the American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System (Regulations of the Commissioner §68.14(i)(2), §69.6(i)(2) and §79-1.5(i) (2)). LA CES approval qualifies this course for landscape architects licensed in Florida and North Carolina. HalfMoon Education is not seeking approval for landscape architects in New Jersey. Other states do not preapprove continuing education providers or courses.
The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this course for 7.5 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 7.5 HSW PDHs. Only full participation is reportable to LA CES.
The International Code Council has approved this event for .75 CEUs in the specialty area of Sitework (Preferred Provider No. 1232).
This webinar has been approved by the Association of State Floodplain Managers for 7.5 CECs for floodplain managers.
Speakers
Curran E. Mohney
Engineering Geologist for the Oregon Department of TransportationMr. Mohney is the Engineering Geology Program leader for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). The Engineering Geology Program at ODOT encompasses site characterization, subsurface exploration, slopes and embankments, geologic hazards, groundwater, geotechnical instrumentation, and planning and research activities. In this role, he also oversees the Unstable Slopes (landslide/rockfall) Program for ODOT. He is a registered geologist and a certified engineering geologist in Oregon with over 25 years of experience in Oregon and the western states. Mr. Mohney has been the Engineering Geology Program leader since 2004. Prior to this, he had been a staff and project-level geologist for consulting firms and the mining industry as well as for ODOT. He is a graduate of the Geology Program at Portland State University. During his professional career, Mr. Mohney has been involved in the investigation, design, and mitigation of hundreds of landslides and rockfalls.
AIA Info
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AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA/CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA/CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
Course Title: Slope Stabilization and Landslide Prevention
Delivery Method: Live Online
Course Description: This course examines the types and causes of slope movements and how slopes can be stabilized. It explores landslide hazards, risks, and mitigation strategies.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to identify types and causes of slope movement and instability.
Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to identify and describe conditions, soil and topography that tend to maintain slope stability, and they will be able discuss stability issues for natural slopes and engineered slopes.
Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to describe methods to sustain slope stability, including the use of vegetation, surface protection, unloading, buttressing, drainage, reinforcement, installation of earth retention structures, and combining methods.
Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to analyze landslide hazards and risks and describe risk-reduction/mitigation strategies.
LUs: 7.5 LU Type: LU|HSWs.
Prerequisites: Familiarity with site development and earthwork
Advance Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Course Expiration Date: 04/12/2024
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