Join us for this 3-day training, which will provide you with the fundamental skills for conducting comprehensive slope stability analysis and groundwater flow analysis. The first two days will focus on 2D analysis, while the third will introduce the 3D tools, review simple to complex 3D geometry creation, and provide case studies for 3D stability and groundwater flow analysis.
This instructor-led course will provide you with the fundamentals skills for conducting stability investigations and understanding pore water pressure conditions. The content for the 3 days is outlined below, with lunch, coffee, and snacks provided for all attendees throughout.
What content will be covered in the 3-day course? Â
- Fundamental theory on the limit equilibrium method and groundwater flowÂ
- 2D and 3D geometry creationÂ
- Methods for setting up strength and hydraulic material propertiesÂ
- Review of the available hydraulic boundary conditions Â
- Defining the finite element mesh in 2D and 3DÂ
- Methods for defining reinforcementÂ
- Addressing convergence issuesÂ
- Example analysis workflow, including integration of finite element pore-water pressures in limit equilibrium stability analyses, back analysis, and coupled consolidation analysisÂ
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What should I have? Â
- Please have your own laptop with the latest version of GeoStudio, as well as a mouse and charger.Â
- Prior to your course, you will be contacted via email with instructions for accessing a GeoStudio subscription for the duration of your training, along with resources to download.Â
This course may count toward continuing education and professional development hours.
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Morning Session:
Slope Stability I
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- Limit equilibrium methodÂ
- Methods of analysisÂ
- Geometry creationÂ
- Material propertiesÂ
- Slip surface optionsÂ
- Pore water pressuresÂ
Afternoon Session:
Seepage IÂ
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- Steady-state analysisÂ
- Darcy’s LawÂ
- Saturated / unsaturated material propertiesÂ
- Boundary conditionsÂ
- Finite element meshÂ
Morning Session:
Slope Stability II
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- Case study
- Reinforcement fundamentalsÂ
- Convergence issuesÂ
- Finite element stressesÂ
- Seismic loadsÂ
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Afternoon Session:
Seepage IIÂ
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- Transient analysis Â
- Integration with SLOPE/WÂ
- Exit gradientsÂ
- Convergence issuesÂ
- Coupled consolidation analysisÂ
Morning Session:
3D Geometry Creation
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- Introduction to 3D UI and toolsÂ
- Geometry types and creationÂ
- Importing optionsÂ
- 3D mesh generationÂ
- Slip surface definition
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Afternoon Session:
3D Case Studies
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- Mine pit stability exampleÂ
- Dewatering / relief well designÂ
- Coupled 3D stability and seepage analysisÂ
- 3D reinforcement of cut slopes
Geoff is a professional Geophysicist with 15 years’ experience in mining exploration and applied geophysics.
Geoff has an educational background in Computer Science and Geophysics. He started his career processing and interpreting near-surface seismic data contributing to the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program in Canada.
Moving into exploration Geopshyics, he has experience with airborne and ground geophysical data specializing in Electromagnetic, Potential Fields and Radiometric techniques.
Geoff has been using Oasis montaj for over 10 years and is an active member of the Geophysical community and the Geosoft GX Development Community.
In 2018 Geoff joined Seequent and is based in Vancouver, Canada. In his current role as Senior Geophysicist he contributes to training, project assistance, and supporting users globally.
Geoff is a professional Geophysicist with 15 years’ experience in mining exploration and applied geophysics.
Geoff has an educational background in Computer Science and Geophysics. He started his career processing and interpreting near-surface seismic data contributing to the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program in Canada.
Moving into exploration Geopshyics, he has experience with airborne and ground geophysical data specializing in Electromagnetic, Potential Fields and Radiometric techniques.
Geoff has been using Oasis montaj for over 10 years and is an active member of the Geophysical community and the Geosoft GX Development Community.
In 2018 Geoff joined Seequent and is based in Vancouver, Canada. In his current role as Senior Geophysicist he contributes to training, project assistance, and supporting users globally.
Geoff is a professional Geophysicist with 15 years’ experience in mining exploration and applied geophysics.
Geoff has an educational background in Computer Science and Geophysics. He started his career processing and interpreting near-surface seismic data contributing to the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program in Canada.
Moving into exploration Geopshyics, he has experience with airborne and ground geophysical data specializing in Electromagnetic, Potential Fields and Radiometric techniques.
Geoff has been using Oasis montaj for over 10 years and is an active member of the Geophysical community and the Geosoft GX Development Community.
In 2018 Geoff joined Seequent and is based in Vancouver, Canada. In his current role as Senior Geophysicist he contributes to training, project assistance, and supporting users globally.
