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Geotechnical Inspector Qualification Program
Description:
The Drilled Shaft Foundation Inspection course was developed to provide a basis for local, regional, or national qualification of drilled shaft foundation construction inspectors. The course follows recommended FHWA specifications and practices for drilled shaft construction. This course may be modified to follow local agency
specifications and practices.
Presentation of the course is in an interactive format so that the participants are actively involved in the learning experience. A two-hour qualification exam is administered on the third day of the course.
Objective:
Provide drilled shaft foundation inspectors with practical knowledge of standard industry practices for the inspection of drilled shaft foundation construction.
Target Audience:
Construction Inspectors who are responsible for or involved in the inspection of drilled shaft construction.
Course Administration:
Course is available through the Regional Certification Groups and directly through the National Highway Institute.
Course Scheduling:
National Highway Institute
Danielle Mathis-Lee
(703) 235-0528
Regional Certification Groups
NETTCP: Chris Bowker
(800) 338-5535
M-TRAC: Chris Anderson
(515) 239-1819
MARTCP: Woody Hood
(410) 321-4100
WAQTC: Garth Newman
(208 )334-8039
SETFTTQ: Tom Malerk
(352) 337-3170
Information:
June Dea (TCCC Administrator)
(301) 937-5183
Larry Jones (NHI)
(703) 235-0523
Peter W. Osborn (FHWA)
(410) 962-0702
Sponsored by:
FHWA, NHI, ADSC
In cooperation with:
The Transportation Curriculum Coordination Council (TCCC)
Florida DOT
DFI
Websites:
National Highway Institute
Transportation Curriculum Coordination Council
FHWA Publication No: FHWA-RC-BAL-04-0015
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