International Course: Finite Element Based Geotechnical Analysis (16 to 19 September 2014)

TNO DIANA BV is pleased to invite you to its training course on Finite Element based Geotechnical Analysis. This course will feature special guest lecturers from the geotechnical engineering industry. The course focuses on the application of finite element methods in geotechnical analyses such as: nonlinear phased construction, deformation and stability, groundwater flow-stress, drained and undrained, pile and piled-raft, and 3D excavation analysis.
Registration deadline: 1 September 2014!

Benefits of this four day seminar include:

• The course focuses on the application of the finite element method in geotechnical and underground engineering. The lectures will be followed by exercises to provide participants with hands-on experience relevant to the theory that has been presented.
• Large parts of the course will be orientated towards 3D modelling and the handling of complex geometries.
• Gain insight into the workings of finite elements and get started with real 3D modelling concepts and applications.

Who should attend: The course is aimed for practicing engineers or academics who wish to learn more about finite element based geotechnical analysis technique and the capabilities of the DIANA software in this field.

Course Tutors:

• Dr Jean-Claude Bauruelle - TNO DIANA BV
• Dr Maziar Partovi - TNO DIANA BV
• Guest Tutor(s) - from Industry & University - to be confirmed

Software Information:
Exercises and case studies are based on the software DIANA (DIsplacement ANAlyzer), which is an extensive multipurpose finite element software package that is dedicated, but not exclusive, to analysis of a wide range of problems arising in civil and oil & gas engineering including structural, geotechnical, tunnelling, and earthquake engineering disciplines. For more information about the software see the DIANA page.

A one month trial version of DIANA will be made available to first time users of DIANA. This trial will be made available during the course.

Seminar layout:

• Timing for the course on each day is: 9.00am - 5.30pm
• Participants are expected to bring their own laptop, please ensure that your laptop meets the minimum requirements as described on our support page
• Lunches and refreshments are provided

For additional information on registration, fees and more technical content, click here!
Or contact TNO DIANA via [email protected]