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Understanding lateral earth pressures is essential for engineers designing safe and efficient retaining structures. This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the principles and theories that govern soil behavior against retaining walls, offering insights into real-world applications. Participants will gain a foundational knowledge of retaining wall classifications and the evolution of earth retention systems. With lateral earth pressures being a critical consideration in geotechnical and structural engineering, this course ensures engineers are equipped to tackle the challenges posed by these forces.

Key topics include an in-depth examination of horizontal stresses in soil and the conditions under which they act—at-rest, active, and passive. Classical earth pressure theories, including Rankine and Coulomb, are explained with clarity, ensuring participants grasp the calculations and assumptions behind these methods. The course also covers the effects of surcharges and seismic forces on retaining structures, with a focus on the Mononobe-Okabe method for analyzing seismic earth pressures. These discussions provide a solid framework for engineers to evaluate and design retaining structures.

Whether you’re an experienced professional engineer or new E.I.T., this course is a valuable resource for staying current with essential engineering principles.

• • 1. You don’t have to leave your office. The entire training session is conducted from the convenience of your desk or meeting room.
    2. No fancy technology required. A computer or smart phone with a good Internet connection is all the equipment you need. Just log in and start learning.
    3. No wasted time. Our compact, one–hour sessions fit into the busiest of schedules. In no time, you’re back on the job using the wealth of relevant information you gained.
    4. Earn PDH credit. Webinars earn PDH credit for engineers in all states, unless noted otherwise in the literature for a specific webinar.  For more details, check your state requirements.
    5. You have nothing to lose. Noon Pi webinars are offered to engineers free of charge!