Plaxis-Introduction to Finite Element Method in Geotechnical Engineering

Featuring a combination of lectures, discussion and PLAXIS-based workshops, this interactive two-day course covers the background required to practice responsible numerical modelling of soil structures to predict deformation and stability. Topics include: Introduction to the FE method as applied to geotechnics Constitutive laws – Background on material modelling Nonlinear analysis and solution methods Drained and undrained modelling Practical examples on the use of FE for geotechnics

Description

Lead Tutor

This course is presented by Dr Andrew Mar B.Eng. (Hons.) Ph.D. C.Eng. MICE FGS.

Andrew is Technical Director at CECL Global with over 30 years experience in the numerical modelling of soils and effective use of PLAXIS.

Who Should Attend?

Engineers, managers and researchers within geotechnical engineering seeking to understand the principles of finite element analysis, soil modelling and how to use PLAXIS effectively.

Duration

2 Days 

The course commences at 9:00am and finishes at approximately 5:00pm.

Over the two days, approximately 12 hours will be taken by formal lectures, Q&A, discussion and for delegates to walk through workshop examples.

Course Fee

Introductory Price: £975 per delegate

Include lunch and refreshments.

An attendance certificate for 2 days CPD will be issued at the end of the course.

Address

Wilde Analysis Ltd
Suite A, Southgate 2,
Wilmslow Road, Heald Green,
Cheadle,
Cheshire,
SK8 3PW

Agenda

Course Topics Include:

  • Introduction to the FE method as applied to geotechnics
  • Constitutive laws – Background on material modelling
  • Nonlinear analysis and solution methods
  • Drained and undrained modelling
  • Practical examples on the use of FE for geotechnics

Sessions

Day 1

  • Introduction
  • FE in geotechnical engineering
  • Workshop: Elastic Analysis of Strip Footing
  • Mohr-Coulomb Model
  • Elastoplastic analysis
  • Workshops: MC Triaxial Test & Elastoplastic Analysis of Strip Footing

Day 2

  • Nonlinear Analysis & HS Model
  • Workshop: HSM Triaxial Test
  • Drained, Undrained and Consolidation Behaviour & Analysis
  • Workshop: Retaining Wall

Lectures will be supported by discussion and workshop exercises using PLAXIS.