UWA PLUS
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:
05 October 2026 - 13 November 2026 (The start date has changed and the micro-credential will now commence on 05 October 2026)
Provisionally scheduled for Mondays from 4 - 7 pm AWST
select and use appropriate calculation methods and geotechnical parameters to carry out a pile drivability assessment
design piles for offshore wind turbines under monotonic and cyclic axial loading conditions
gain an appreciation of how to synthesise the geotechnical design into a client report
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.
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.
This micro-credential is paired with OCENM502 Geotechnical Design of Laterally Loaded Offshore Piles. 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.
