Wheaton, IL Friday, November 15, 2013

Presented by R. Michael Bivens

Shallow Foundation Science
Science of shallow foundation design Early trial and error Advent of theoretical soil mechanics The new branch of civil engineering: geotechnical

NON-PROFIT U.S. POSTAGE PAID EAU CLAIRE, WI PERMIT NO. 2016

HalfMoon Education Inc. presents:

Evaluating Building Sites

Role of experts and site evaluation process Site examination techniques Soil mechanics overview Soil sampling and testing Review of laboratory and field results

Shallow Foundation Design, Construction and Repair

Wheaton, IL Friday, November 15, 2013

Possibility of subsidence Shallow foundations on sand Foundations on clay Special soil/site conditions Spread footings Mats

Shallow Foundation Construction

Grading and soil improvement Dewatering and drainage Excavation and underpinning Complying with building codes

Shallow Foundation Design, Construction and Repair

Shallow Foundation Design

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Managing Special Situations in Foundation Design and Construction

Foundations on expansive and stratified soils Maintaining slope stability Retaining walls and basement walls

Explain the science of shallow foundation design. Evaluate building sites and classify soils. Discuss design and construction of foundations on sand and clay. Handle special situations in foundation design and construction, including slope stability and retaining walls. Diagnose foundation problems and initiate repairs, using mudjacking, underpinning and other techniques.

Diagnosing and Repairing Foundation Problems

Causes of foundation damage Repair techniques Supporting interior floors Mudjacking Underpinning Deep grouting Soil stabilization

Review the science of shallow foundation design Learn how to evaluate building sites Examine important issues surrounding shallow foundation design Discuss shallow foundation construction Learn how to manage special situations in foundation design and construction Analyze foundation problems and repair techniques

Architects 6.5 Contact Hours 6.5 AIA HSW Learning Units Professional Engineers 6.5 PDHs Contractors Non-Mandatory Continuing Ed.

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Friday, November 15, 2013 IL Institute of Technology Rice Campus (630) 682-6000 201 East Loop Road Wheaton, IL 60187 $269 for one or $249 each for three or more from the same company, registering at the same time. Each registration includes one copy of Shallow Foundation Design, Construction and Repair.

Morning Session 8:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Lunch (On your own) 12:15 - 1:15 p.m. Afternoon Session 1:15 - 4:30 p.m.

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You, someone in your office, or an associate can attend this event for only $69 just agree to be our on-site coordinator for the day. Its fun and easy, and a great way to earn your continuing education credits. For availability and a job description, go online to www.halfmoonseminars.com.

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Shallow Foundation Design, Construction and Repair

Register online at www.halfmoonseminars.com, mail in registration form to HalfMoon Education Inc., PO Box 278 Altoona, WI 54720-0278, fax the form to (715) 835-6066, or call a customer service representative at (715) 835-5900. Cancellations: Cancel at least 48 hours before the start of the seminar (CST), and receive a full tuition refund, minus a $25 service charge for each registrant. If you cancel after that time, you may choose to apply a credit toward another seminar or the CD/manual package. You may also send another person to take your place.

R. Michael Bivens, P .E. Rembco Geotechnical Contractors in Knoxville, TN Mr. Bivens is an estimator and geotechnical engineer with Rembco. He graduated from the University of Tennessee with a bachelors degree in Civil Engineering and a masters degree in Geotechnical Engineering. He has nine years of experience as an estimator and geotechnical engineer with Rembco Geotechnical Contractors in Knoxville, TN, providing geotechnical solutions nationwide. Mr. Bivens also serves as adjunct faculty at the University of Tennessee, teaching geotechnical engineering courses. Prior to working with Rembco, Mr. Bivens was a consulting engineer with AMEC Earth and Environmental, Inc., performing geotechnical investigations, civil and environmental design, and geotechnical design. Rembco is a geotechnical contractor that specializes in foundation support, soil stabilization and specialty grouting. It also provides a variety of geotechnical services including ground improvement, rock slide stabilization, excavation shoring, sinkhole remediation, encapsulation grout of hazardous materials, and controlling of underground liquid migration.

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Heres what professionals are saying about Mr. Bivens presentations:

Wonderful presentation. Geotechnical Engineer Used a lot of practical examples. Architect Very good presenter. Easy to understand. Good balance of technical information in easy terms. Geotechnical Engineer The best (seminar) Ive had. The demonstrations were very helpful and kept the seminar interesting. Civil Engineer This was an excellent seminar! Engineering Geologist Outstanding program! Civil Engineer

( )  Yes, I will attend Wheaton, IL - Friday, November 15, 2013 $269 for a single registrant or $249 each for three or more from the same company registering at the same time. (Manual included.) ( )  No, I am not attending. Please send me the CD/Manual Package: $279 (S & H included.) Allow 5 weeks from seminar date for delivery.

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This seminar is open to the public and offers up to 6.5 HSW contact hours to architects and 6.5 PDHs to professional engineers in most states, including Illinois, Indiana and other neighboring states. HalfMoon Education is an approved continuing education sponsor for architects in Florida and is deemed approved in New York. HalfMoon Education is an approved continuing education provider for engineers in Florida, Louisiana, Maryland, New Jersey, New York (NYSED No. 35), North Carolina, and North Dakota. The American Institute of Architects has approved this event for 6.5 HSW Learning Units (Sponsor No. J885). The AIA approval qualifies this course for Indiana architects and engineers. Attendance will be monitored, and attendance certificates will be available after the seminar for most individuals who complete the entire event. Attendance certificates not available at the seminar will be mailed to participants within fifteen business days. CD/Manual Package: An audio recording of this seminar is available for $279 (including shipping). Allow five weeks from the seminar date for delivery. Please refer to specific state licensing rules or certification requirements to determine if this learning method is eligible for continuing education credit.

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