Event | Global FEM Workshop Series 2025 : Learn & Practice Geotechnical Modeling

Free Hands-on Training Series for Geotechnical Engineers. Start Learning Today! 🚀

Learn directly from real-world geotechnical projects.

Instead of theory, follow step-by-step modeling tutorials to build practical FEM skills.

All sessions are completely free – no cost, just learning!

❓Why Join This Series

1️⃣ Up to 2 months of Free Training license access to GTS NX & FEA NX

ㅤㅤThe earlier you register, the longer you can use it!

2️⃣ Model files + Guided tutorials → Submit assignments to earn a certificate

ㅤㅤA great addition to your engineering credentials

3️⃣ Ask anything, anytime

ㅤㅤSubmit your questions through the form and our technical experts will reply directly.

You’ll explore real topics like slope failure, NATM tunnel design, and dam FSI, and model them yourself with guidance from experienced engineers. Start solving problems with confidence, not just watching.

👤 Who Should Attend

This program is for geotechnical engineers who’ve had to "figure things out alone".

Now learn together with experts who’ve been there.

You’ll benefit if you are:

▪️Facing a disconnect between analysis results and real-world design needs

▪️Struggling to set up or interpret models using existing tools

▪️Looking for field-tested modeling over textbook theory

▪️Working on slope stability, deep excavation, or dam-fluid interaction projects

💻 Session Highlights

Aug 20 (Done)
Session 1. Seismic Fluid-Structure Interaction of Concrete Gravity Dams: A Numerical Approach in FEA NX (90min) ▪️Speaker: Harsha Tadavarthi | Geotechnical Team Leader & Technical Manager, MIDAS IT
▪️Key Topics: Sloshing Fluid, Seismic FSI, Dam-Reservoir Interaction
▪️Recommend for : Dam safety authorities, seismic analysts, and engineers working on hydro and dam projects.

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Aug 27 (Done)
Session 2. Ensuring Earthfill Dam Safety in Seismic Zones : A Real Case from Turkey (50min) ▪️Speaker: Oguz Salih Okcu | Geotechnical Engineer, DOLSAR Engineering Inc. Co.
▪️Key Topics: Dynamic analysis, Earthquake loading, Time-history response, Earthfill dams
▪️Recommend for : Engineers involved in dam design, seismic assessment, or dynamic SSI analysis
⭐ Live Q&A with invited expert (Slot 2 only)

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Sep 3
Session 3. Global and Local Slope Stability : Strength Reduction Method for Factor of Safety Determination (60min) ▪️Speaker: Dr. Praveen Huded | Geotechnical Engineer, MIDAS IT
▪️Key Topics: Global and Local Slope Failures, Safety Factor Analysis, Terrain-based Modeling
▪️Recommend for : Entry geotechnical engineers involved in highway, railway, or embankment projects.

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Sep 10
Session 4. Modeling of Continuous Helix Piles (30min) ▪️Speaker: Ahmed Mneina | PhD candidate, P.Eng, Western University
▪️Key Topics: Helical Piles, Screw Piles, Deep Foundation
▪️Recommend for : Geotehcnical engineers interested in deep foundation analysis and design.
⭐ Live Q&A with invited expert (Slot 1 only)

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Sep 17
Session 5. Piled Raft Foundations : Comparative Approaches and Soil Structure Interaction (90min) ▪️Speaker: Harsha Tadavarthi | Geotechnical Team Leader & Technical Manager, MIDAS IT
▪️Key Topics: Piled Raft Foundation, Soil-Structure Interaction, Load Sharing, Settlement Prediction
▪️Recommend for : Geotechnical & structural engineers involved in foundation design, especially those working on high-rise buildings or complex soil–structure interaction projects.

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Sep 24
Session 6. 2D and 3D Simulation of New Austrian Tunnelling Method (80min) ▪️Speaker: Vatan Sharma | Technical Team Lead, MIDAS IT
▪️Key Topics: Excavation Sequences, Rock Bolts, and 3D Verification
▪️Recommend for : Tunnel engineers and consultants working on NATM and sequential excavation in urban infrastructure.

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Oct 1
Session 7. Optimizing Deep Excavation Techniques : Diaphragm Walls, Struts, and Support Systems (80min) ▪️Speaker: Pragati Saxena | Geotechnical Engineer, MIDAS IT
▪️Key Topics: Deep Excavation, Diaphragm Walls & Struts, Non-linear Construction Stage Analysis
▪️Recommend for : Geotechnical professionals working on deep excavation, foundations, and subway station design.

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⏰ Not Sure When To Join?

Each session will be streamed twice a day to fit your time zone.

Check your regional time below and join at your convenience.

🌍 Region	Slot 1 (03:00 GMT)	Slot 2 (08:00 GMT)
Europe (CEST)	05:00	10:00
India (IST)	08:30	13:30
SEA / SG / HK	10:00 – 11:00	15:00 – 16:00
Australia (AEST)	13:00	18:00
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⚠️ Session 2 & 4 will include live Q&A directly with our invited experts, but only in specific time slots:

▪️Session 2: Live Q&A with Oguz Salih Okcu — Available in Slot 2 only

▪️Session 4: Live Q&A with Ahmed Mneina — Available in Slot 1 only

For the other slot, a MIDAS technical expert will lead the live Q&A, and all questions submitted during the webinar will be shared with the external speaker for follow-up.

🎙️Speakers

Harsha Tadavarthi Geotechnical Team Leader | MIDAS IT Harsha Tadavarthi is the Technical Manager for Oceania at MIDAS IT, with over 8 years of experience in geotechnical and structural engineering. He specializes in numerical analysis for dams, hydropower, and underground works, including thermal and seismic simulations, and provides consulting and training worldwide.
Oguz Salih Okcu Geotechnical Engineer | DOLSAR Engineering Inc. Co. Oguz Salih Okcu is a geotechnical engineer at DOLSAR Engineering, specializing in seepage, stress, and dynamic analyses for dams and industrial foundations. With a strong background in seismic hazard analysis and data science, he is proficient in tools like Midas GTS NX, Rocscience, Python, and R for geotechnical simulations and earthquake data processing.
Ahmed Mneina PhD candidate, P.Eng | Western University Ahmed Mneina is a licensed Professional Engineer in Ontario, holding a Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering from Western University. Since 2018, Ahmed has worked on various infrastructure projects, including two major wind turbine projects in Ontario Canada. Currently, he is a PhD candidate at Western University, where his research focuses on the testing and numerical modeling of helical piles and grouted helical piles. His research work was recognised by several awards including WORLDiscoveries Annual Vanguard Award 2018.
Dr. Praveen Huded Geotechnical Engineer | MIDAS IT Dr. Praveen Huded is a geotechnical engineer with expertise in the analysis and design of pile foundations in liquefiable soils and seismic hazard assessment. At MIDAS, he is responsible for developing and validating numerical models, delivering customized simulation-based solutions to clients.
Vatan Sharma Technical Team Lead | MIDAS IT Vatan Sharma is a Technical Team Lead at the MIDAS R&D Centre, with a postgraduate degree in Earthquake Engineering from IIT Roorkee. He specializes in tunnel and underground structure design and has delivered technical training for government and multinational clients across topics such as slopes, dams, and hydropower projects.
Pragati Saxena Geotechnical Engineer | MIDAS IT Pragati is a Geotechnical Engineer with a Master’s degree from IIT and expertise in numerical modeling using Midas GTS NX. Her work focuses on finite element analysis for slopes, foundations, excavations, and tunnels, with hands-on experience in solving real-world geotechnical problems.

🎁 Attendee's Benefits

Register now to gain full access to premium resources, including a trial license and comprehensive tutorials designed to help you maximise your experience with MIDAS. Don't miss this opportunity to explore powerful engineering solutions!

Up to 60-Days Training License Get free access to GTS NX & FEA NX for up to 2 months. The training license starts from your registration date, the earlier you sign up, the longer you can explore. License will be included in the confirmation email.
Exclusive Training Materials Ready-to-use models & tutorials: Slope, Tunnel, Dam & Excavation with Safety Factor & Construction Stage Analysis.
Certificate of Completion Submit 2+ assignments and attend 2+ live sessions to receive an official certificate issued by MIDAS
— a great addition to your credentials.🔗 Assignment Submission Form
Assignment Support You can submit your questions anytime. Our technical team is here to support you with clear, practical answers so you can focus on learning with confidence. 🔗 Submit Your Inquiry Here

📋 Webinar Details

▪️Date : August 20, 2025 — October 1, 2025 (Every Wednesday)
▪️Time : Two live time slots are available for each session 👉🏼Check your local time here

▪️Duration: Varies by session (typically 60–90 minutes)
▪️Platform: GoToWebinar (Live)
▪️Language: English

ℹ️ A live join link will be sent to your registered email one day before each session.
ℹ️ You will have access to all sessions, including on-demand replays (limited access for Americas only).
ℹ️ To receive your Certificate of Completion, you must:
✓ Attend 2 or more live sessions
✓ Submit 2 or more assignments via the 🔗Assignment Submission Form
ℹ️ Assignments must be submitted by October 8, 2025 (KST).
ℹ️ The certificate will be issued and sent via email on October 15, 2025.
ℹ️ All resources (training licenses, models, tutorials) will be sent via email after registration or each session.

ℹ️ Questions on your assignment? Ask anytime via 🔗Submit Your Inquries

FAQ

Q. Is this training program free of charge?

Yes. The Global Geotechnical Webinar Series 2025 is completely free of charge. Once registered, you’ll get access to all live and on-demand sessions, expert talks, hands-on tasks, and learning materials — at no cost.

Q. How do I earn the certificate?

The requirements for earning the certificate are :

✅ Attend at least 2 live sessions
✅ Submit 1 or more assignments by Sep 17, 2025
✅ Submit 2 or more assignments in total by Oct 8, 2025
🚩Certificates will be emailed to qualified participants on Oct 15, 2025.

The midpoint deadline helps you pace your work and get feedback.

If you miss it, you can still qualify by the final deadline, but feedback before Oct 8 isn’t guaranteed.

❓ Why the change?
▪️ Doing the assignment right after the session improves retention and immediate application.
▪️ The midpoint creates a full submit → feedback → refine cycle.
▪️ Staged progress reduces last-minute pressure and improves quality.
▪️ A clear cadence helps ensure certificates are issued on schedule.

☑️ What to do next
From your session follow-up or session page: download model & tutorial → run → upload via the submission form

🔗 Assignment Submission Form →

Q. How is my progress tracked?

Attendance is tracked automatically when you join with your personal join link (no extra steps). Assignments are counted after we verify your submission.

Q. Where can I get the assignment files and how should I submit them?

You can download the assignment files from replay pages of each session, and they will also be sent via email after the webinar ends. Once completed, please submit your assignments through the form link below.

🔗 Assignment Submission Form

Q. How can I ask questions about assignments or the webinar?

Please submit your question using the form below. One of our technical experts/regional manager will get back to you shortly.

🔗 Submit Your Inquiry(Assignment/Technical)

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Q. Can I receive webinar materials?

Yes, we provide all webinar materials only to those who attend the live session.
On the day after each live session, you will receive an email at 9:00 AM (your local time) with the model/assignment files, the recording, and the slides.

Q. How can I receive my training license?

The training license is provided only to registrants. If you’ve already registered for the workshop, you can find your training license in your webinar registration confirmation email.

If you’d like the license resent, please visit the page below and request a resend. Be sure to enter the same email address you used when registering for the webinar.

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