# Site Utilities, Earthwork & Foundation (Self-Paced) Canonical URL: ## Overview In this course, students explore the critical components of site utilities, earthwork, and foundations. They will learn about different soil types, the equipment used in excavation, and how to prepare a site for the building process. The course also covers the importance of foundations and how they support the entire structure. - **Understand the Construction Team and On-Site Activities:** Learn the roles of various team members and how construction activities on-site are organized and coordinated. Gain insight into the tasks and workflows involved in preparing a site for building and how each activity contributes to the project's success. - **Identify Soil Conditions and Subsurface Conditions:** Understand the importance of different soil types and subsurface conditions in the construction process. Learn how these factors influence foundation decisions and the techniques used to ensure stability and safety. - **Operate Heavy Equipment and Perform Earthwork Tasks:** Get acquainted with the heavy equipment commonly used on construction sites, including scrapers, dozers, and excavators. Learn about their specific roles in tasks such as clearing, grubbing, excavation, and site preparation. - **Install Site Utilities and Foundations:** Discover the process of installing utilities such as water, gas, and electricity, as well as preparing for the installation of foundations. Learn about the types of foundations, the materials used, and the steps involved in ensuring proper structural support. ## What you'll learn - The construction team and the on-site construction activities - Different types of soils and subsurface conditions - The equipment and the heavy equipment we use on a site – scrapers, dozers, excavators, and more - Clearing and grubbing the site - Installing the site utilities - Preparing for our building, with Earth work and excavation support - Installing foundations ## Pricing **Tuition:** $279