Superintendent Bootcamp, Unit 1: Sitework and Foundations - February 28, March 2, 7, 9, 21 - Online or In-Person

Overview - Unit 1: Sitework and Foundations
In this unit, students will learn about scheduling considerations for construction as well as critical building methodologies and requirements.  There is also a significant focus on sitework and foundations.

Session 1: Project Set-Up, Surveying & Layout
Project Set-up
This session describes the initial setup of a project and the people involved. Additionally, students will learn about site utilization and what is needed up front. By the end of this training, students will have general knowledge about how to successfully set up a project before construction begins.

Surveying and Layout Methodologies
Students will be provided with information to help them understand the difference between the surveying and layout process. This training will outline the step-by-step process for surveying and layouts for projects.

Session 2: Project Scheduling
Project Scheduling
This session will provide students with an understanding of the true flow of the sequence using real-life examples. This session will also outline the steps needed to ensure that project scheduling is effectively done for a smoothly run project.

Session 3: Excavation / Trenching & Site Utilities
Excavation & Trenching
This session discusses excavation and trenching safety. It describes the role of a competent person, identifies hazards associated with excavations as well as the methods for protecting employees from cave-ins. It also covers employer requirements to protect workers from excavation hazards.

Site Utilities
This session will introduce students to the basics of site utilities. Site utilities are building systems that usually come under some form of public control. These utilities generally include electricity, gas, water and sewage and communication services. Additionally, they may include irrigation systems, steam lines, medical gases, inert gases and other liquids/gases required for laboratory operations. There are many considerations that must be made when dealing with site utilities.

Session 4: Geotechnical Reports, Foundations and Material Handling Solutions
Geotechnical Report
This session is designed for those individuals who will utilize Geotechnical Reports as part of their duties and responsibilities.  This session provides a thorough understanding of the significance of the Geotech Report.  Attendees will gain a working knowledge of how to interpret the report as well as how to implement recommendations made in the report.

Foundations
This session covers different foundation (soil) types. The foundations are chosen by the structural engineer. 

Material Handling Solutions
Tower Cranes, Track Cranes, Forklifts, Hydro Cranes, Material Hoists
This session is designed to teach how to choose which piece of equipment along with which application sizing.  Additionally, this course will teach how to size the correct equipment and cranes.

Session 5: Shoring Systems, Structural Shotcrete & Blindside Waterproofing
Shoring Systems
This session provides an overall explanation of the different types of shoring and best practices of installation of shoring systems. Students will learn about earthwork shoring, the role of the superintendent in shoring, beam and lag systems, battered piers, grout column/soil nails and underpinning.

Structural Shotcrete and Blindside Waterproofing 
This session provides students with a practical understanding of executing structural shotcrete and blindside waterproofing for 0-100 feet underground/below-grade excavation projects. Students will examine a comprehensive overview of the concepts, planning, techniques, and best practices for scheduling, sitework, building methodology, and environmental impact. 

Unit 2 Registration
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