Module 2 Groundwater Control for Construction

Dewatering techniques including their range of application and advantages and disadvantages.

Each module will make extensive use of the practical experience of the presenters together with case studies from around the world.

Understand the techniques available for controlling groundwater for construction projects, their range of application and their advantages and disadvantages.

The course is aimed at Hydrogeologists, Engineering Geologists and Construction Professionals and should be of interest to both graduates and chartered fellows looking to enhance their knowledge. The course would be relevant to contractors, consultants and regulators who require knowledge of groundwater control techniques.

This is Module 2 of a six module course series. View and book the entire course series by selecting the button below:

All Modules Groundwater Control for Construction

This module will be taking place on 23 April 2025 at 09:00 BST, and will last for approximately 1.5 hours, depending on audience participation.

Joining details will be sent out the day prior, alongside any course materials that may be needed.

Dr Toby Roberts, CGeol

Toby Roberts is an expert in the design and implementation of groundwater control systems for large excavations, foundations and tunnels with 40 years contract experience in Europe, the Middle East and Canada. Toby is a founder member and current Chairman of the international dewatering contractor WJ Groundwater. He has authored/co-authored more than 40 publications on construction dewatering including CIRIA C750 (2016), the current best practice guide for construction dewatering. Dr Toby Roberts is a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineers, a Chartered Geologist and Charted Civil Engineer.

Fellow £90

Non-Fellow £180

Student Member £18

Student Non-Member £36

Corporate Patron £90

GSA Member £108

The Geological Society of America (GSA) members discount

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Group discounts

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5 – 9 delegates: 20% off
10 – 14 delegates: 25% off
15 delegates or more: 30% off

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