Driven Piles: Introduction to Static Analysis Methods

This course has been discontinued.

Driven piles are a dependable and cost effective deep foundation solution to maintain the integrity of structures. Produced as long columns of steel, timber, or concrete, they provide additional support to structures on land and over water, especially during natural disasters such as floods and hurricanes. Testing of installed piles can determine the load carrying capabilities of the pile, ensuring the strength and stability of the foundation before construction begins.

This 1-hour interactive online course is the third of a series of courses on driven piles. This course covers an introduction to static analysis methods, including basics of static analysis, events during and after pile driving, load transfer, effective overburden pressure, selection of design soil strength parameters and factors of safety. Other courses cover design of single piles and design of pile groups. It is based on guidance provided by the Federal Highway Administration.


Vector Solutions has a long history of providing industry-specific content for its customers. While this course and its content remain accurate and functional within our systems, the look and feel may not match our more modern offerings.