In this micro-credential, you will gain skills in undertaking pile drivability assessments and the geotechnical design of axially loaded pile foundations for offshore wind turbines. You will develop an understanding of the design requirements and geotechnical approaches specific to offshore wind applications, and learn to use various calculation tools to assess drivability and to design for axial loading, considering monotonic and cyclic loading conditions.

Upon successful completion, you’ll receive:

• 3 Professional Development (PD) Points
• A Certificate of Achievement
• A UWA Plus Professional Development Transcript, listing all successfully completed micro-credentials

Delivery mode

Online

Course dates

12 April 2026 - 22 May 2026

Registrations close

Registrations will close on  05 April 2026

Duration

6 weeks

Effort

75 hours

Academic Lead

Professor Conleth O'Loughlin

Cost

$1188 inc. GST

Critical information summary

OCENM501 Critical Information Summary [PDF 244KB]

Why study this course?

• Learn from global experts in offshore geotechnics at UWA's Centre for Offshore Foundation Systems.
• Deepen your understanding of geotechnical calculation approaches relevant to offshore pile foundations for offshore wind
  turbines. 
• Build your skills in applying geotechnical data to calculate pile drivability and axial response of a monopile and of piles
  supporting jackets and tripods for offshore wind turbines. 

Who should study this course

This micro-credential is suitable for civil engineering graduates and practicing engineers who wish to upskill to prepare for a career in geotechnical design for offshore wind. 

Recommended prior knowledge:
Completion of Bachelor degree in civil engineering or equivalent as recognised by UWA and an understanding of soil mechanics and foundation design.

How does it work?

75 hours of total effort including 1 x 3 hour workshop per week for 6 weeks. Workshop includes practical learning activities using relevant software. Personal study time includes reading, reviewing recorded lectures and completion of assessment tasks.

What's next after this course?

This micro-credential is paired with OCENM502. Completing both micro-credentials can be used as academic credit towards OCEN5015 upon enrolment in the Master in Geotechnics for Offshore Wind Energy, 74550 at UWA.