The AGS runs a number of professional training and education courses. These are run according to demand. To register your interest or to inquire further, please contact the course coordinator or [email protected].
Current Courses
Insitu Testing Practical Workshop
Sydney: Tuesday 7th May 2024
The Insitu Testing Day is a long half-day course designed to be an opportunity for attendees to try a number of techniques to evaluate the material condition via common insitu testing methods. The aim of the day is to allow geomechanics practitioners an opportunity to experience how the tests are completed in practice, such that they are familiar with how the data reported on test reports is collected in the field and better understand when and how to specify the tests. The field day is a great opportunity for early career professionals to discuss the techniques with experienced operators, and for experienced practitioners to discuss the applicability and limitations of each insitu testing method.
Introduction to GIS for Geotechnical Practitioners
Online: Thursday 9th May 2024
This online course is intended to provide geotechnical engineers and engineering geologists with an introduction to using geographical information systems (GIS).
Advancing GIS skills for geotechnical investigations
Online: Thursday 16th May 2024
This new, more advanced course aims to cover a range of GIS tasks encountered during typical geotechnical investigations. This will be suited for geotechnical practitioners who have previously done the introductory course or already have reasonable experience in GIS software, including QGIS.
Introduction to Engineering Geomorphology – Thinking in 4D
Perth: Friday 21st June 2024
The overarching goal of this training course is to showcase the value of engineering geomorphology in engineering projects, introducing what can be done and providing a toolkit for how it’s done. The outcome is for attendees to gain basic knowledge, skills and practical experience that will allow them to successfully implement foundational principles of engineering geomorphology into civil projects.
Geology for Engineers
Adelaide: Saturday 2nd November 2024 - Saturday 9th November 2024
The aim of this course is to give students an appreciation and knowledge of geological principles and skills that can be used in day-to-day work in the geotechnical industry. The course will also provide a framework for students to keep learning about total geology principles so that they can make better engineering judgements and decisions in the future.
Proposed Courses
Engineering Geological Models
August 2024
This course has been postponed until 2024 due to presenter availability.