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MIDAS Academy · Hands-On Training
From Theory to PracticeModelling and Assessing Stability for Slopes and Excavations in MIDAS GTS NX
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Part 1 theory & methods
Part 2 hands-on in GTS NX
In-person instructor-led
Certificate of completion
Workshop Overview
Understand the Theory,
Then Build the Model Yourself
This MIDAS Academy workshop connects the theory of slope stability with its practical application in numerical modelling. It starts with the principles behind slope behaviour and failure — and ends with a complete model that you build step by step in MIDAS GTS NX.
The case study is a temporary slope formed during a deep excavation in an urban area, next to existing buildings — a situation where geometry, soil stratification, groundwater and neighbouring loads all govern stability.
Don’t miss your chance to join — spaces are limited!
Programme
Two Parts, One Learning Path
1Theory
Slope Stability: Theoretical Background
Led by Iulia-Consuela Prodan, PhD
- Main failure mechanisms of slopes
- Factors influencing slope behaviour
- Principal methods for stability assessment
- Finite element analysis and the Strength Reduction Method (SRM)
2Hands-On in GTS NX
Building and Analysing the Model Step by Step
Led by Lavinia Avram
- Geometry and soil stratification
- Groundwater conditions
- Staged excavation
- Interpreting slope stability results obtained with SRM
Case Study
From Site to Model
A first look at the case study, on site and in MIDAS GTS NX. The rest of the model is built live during the workshop.
On site
In MIDAS GTS NX
Initial condition. The natural terrain, soil layers and groundwater level, with the load from the neighbouring building.
On site
In MIDAS GTS NX
Excavation stage 1. Site preparation begins and the first layer of soil is removed.
On site
In MIDAS GTS NX
Excavation stage 2. The working platform is formed as excavation continues.
Revealed at the workshop
The final excavation stages, the finished slope and the SRM stability results are built step by step together with the trainer during the hands-on session.
Reserve Your Seat →Build it yourself
Every participant works on their own laptop and builds the model from scratch, one guided step at a time.
A real excavation
Work on a real temporary slope from an urban deep excavation — not simplified demo data.
Read the results critically
Learn to interpret SRM results and check them against what a geotechnical engineer would expect to see.
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Details of the Academy
Iulia-Consuela Prodan, PhD
University Lecturer, Technical University of Cluj-Napoca
Co-founder, GreenTAGS & Expert Proiect
Co-founder, GreenTAGS & Expert Proiect
Part 1 · Theory
Iulia-Consuela Prodan, PhD, is a university lecturer at the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca and co-founder of GreenTAGS and Expert Proiect. Her academic and professional activity focuses on geotechnical engineering, numerical modelling, and the assessment of soil and slope behavior.
Lavinia Avram
Geotechnical Engineer
Part 2 · Hands-On in GTS NX
Lavinia Avram is a geotechnical engineer with experience in geotechnical design, numerical modelling, and site monitoring. Her professional activity includes slope stability assessments, deep excavations, retaining systems, and the evaluation of ground behavior during construction.
Before You Come
Required Steps Before the Workshop
To take part in the hands-on session, please complete the steps below before the event. This way you can start modelling from the very first minute — thank you for preparing in advance.
1
Bring your laptop Required
Make sure it can run MIDAS GTS NX properly (a training license will be provided on the day).
2
Create your account Required
First time using MIDAS? Create your account before the session.
3
Download the software Required
Download MIDAS GTS NX to your laptop – get it here.
4
Activate your license Required
All the information you need to activate your license will be sent to the email address registered with your MIDAS Member account – please check your inbox (and spam folder) before the session.
5
Bring an external mouse Recommended
An external mouse is highly recommended for modelling comfort.
Reserve your seat
Register below to secure your place at the MIDAS Academy hands-on training on October 6th, 2026.