Drainage and Erosion Control
Applications and Inspection of Geosynthetics
The training module will cover all aspects of geosynthetic applications for roadway projects, including an overview of materials and their potential uses, how geosynthetics can be used for a successful project, best practices for installation, and what to look for during construction.
Registration
- Register online:
- October 17, 2007—Ramada Inn - Brainerd, 2115 South 6th Street, Brainerd, MN
- October 24, 2007—Mn/DOT Conference and Training Center, Room 1, 1900 West County Rd I, Shoreview, MN
- October 30, 2007—University of Minnesota - Rochester
CC412 (College Center), 855 - 30th Avenue SE, Rochester, MN - Register by mail:
- Download registration form (1 MB PDF)
- Mail to CCE Information Center, University of Minnesota, 20 Coffey Hall, 1420 Eckles Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55108-6069
- Register by fax:
- Download registration form (1 MB PDF)
- Fax to 612-624-5359
Mail or fax your registration or register online no later than one week prior to the program. Preregistration allows us to contact you if the workshop must be postponed due to weather or other factors. A refund of the registration fee, minus a $30 cancellation fee, will be made if written cancellation is received at least five working days before the workshop. Disability accommodations will be provided upon request.
Registration Contact
Shirley Mueffelman, 612-624-4754, cceconf2@umn.edu
Topics Covered
- History of Geosynthetics
- Geosynthetics in the Marketplace
- Properties of Geosynthetics
- Geosynthetics in Roads
- Geosynthetics in Grade Separation/Structures
Who Should Attend
County or city engineers or their technical staff who have responsibility for designing projects using geosynthetic materials, installing geosynthetics as part of roadway construction, or inspecting during construction.
Credit
- 1.0 Roads Scholar Program elective credit
- To the best of our knowledge, this course/activity meets the continuing education requirements for 6.0 PDHs as outlined in Minnesota Statute 326.107. More information concerning continuing education for professionals is online at www.aelslagid.state.mn.us.
Instructor
Steve Gale, of Gale-Tec Engineering, has broad expertise in the use of geosynthetics for transportation and industrial applications.
He has taught classes on geosynthetic design and installation around the upper Midwest, with a focus on practical applications for engineers and engineering technicians.
Fee
- Townships & Tribal Governments—$60
- Cities, counties, public agencies—$70
- Others—$150
The registration fee includes lunch, coffee breaks, and program materials.
Workshop Schedule
Registration: 8:00 a.m.
Class hours: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.