The 2010 Microtunneling Short course covers the latest in emerging technologies from this growing field. With more and more demand for underground services in urban areas, the need to use minimally invasive construction techniques will only increase.

The Microtunneling Short Course is a three-day, intensive course presented by a panel of international experts and organized by Levent Ozdemir, retired from the Colorado School of Mines and Timothy Coss of Microtunneling, Inc. It also includes a one-day course on the emerging field of pilot tube microtunneling.

SPONSORS

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This course is intended for public works and utility officials, engineers, planners, managers, contractors, and equipment manufacturers involved in any phase of trenchless technology. If you are involved with microtunneling or are planning to be involved, the Microtunneling Short Course is a must-attend event to obtain the latest technical information to ensure a successful project.

COURSE INSTRUCTORS

• Timothy Coss, President, Microtunneling, Inc. and Senior Research Associate, Microtunneling Research Institute, Colorado School of Mines, Golden, Colorado. Phone: 303/444-2650; Fax: 303/444-0889; Email: timcoss@microtunneling.com.
• Dr. Levent Ozdemir, PE., President, Ozdemir Engineering Inc. and Retired Professor, Colorado School of Mines. Phone: 303/526-1905 (work) and 303/999-1390 (cell). E-mail: lozdemir1977@aol.com
  
  

COURSE OVERVIEW
Microtunneling involves a suite of disciplines and topics that must be considered when planning or constructing a project. The Microtunneling Short Course takes an in-depth look at the subjects that can impact your job. Previous courses have included the following topics:

• Ancillary Equipment
• Construction Management
• Contractor Case History
• MTBM Production Estimation
• Engineer Case History
• Equipment Maintenance
• Ground Dewatering
• MTBM Head Design and Tool Selection
• Introduction to Microtunneling
• Layout and Logistics
• Long Distance Microtunneling
• Machine Innovations
• Microtunneling Pipe: Clay, Concrete, Fiberglass, Steel, Polymer Concrete
• Lab Tour
• Bidding
• Contingency Planning 
• Curved Microtunneling
• Geotechnical Fundamentals
• Ground Freezing
• Hard Rock Tunneling
• Shaft Construction
• Site Layout and Logistics
• Soils Dewatering & Belt Press Technology
• Solids Separation Systems
• Pilot Tube Microtunneling
• Polymer Technology
• Risk Mitigation and Claims Avoidance
• Shaft Freezing
• Soil Stabilization & Grouting Techniques
• Soils Investigation and Design
• Underground Anomaly Exploration
• Jacking Forces, Ground Cover and Obstructions
• Litigation and Legal Issues
• Lubrication, Bentonite and Polymers
• Manufacturer's Rights and Duties
• Microtunneling Specifications
• Owner Case Histories
• Project Design Considerations

COURSE AGENDA - (Will be updated for 2011 soon.)

LOCATION
The courses will be taught in the Green Center on the Colorado School of Mines campus in Golden, Colorado. Golden is located about 13 miles west of downtown Denver in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Transportation from Denver International Airport may be arranged by visiting our Travel Information page and clicking on "DIA Ground Transportation."

FEES AND REGISTRATION (Fees subject to change in 2011)
The Pilot Tube course will be held on February 9 and the fee is $545. The Microtunneling course runs February 10-12 and costs $1,325. Any one day of the Microtunneling course may be attended for a fee of $600. The fee for attending all four days is $1,550. The registration fee includes registration, course notebook, coffee breaks and lunches. There will be a banquet on Thursday, February 11 for those attendees registering and paying $45.

The Colorado School of Mines will award 2 Continuing Education Units (CEU's) upon successful completion of this course.

Register
(Registration for 2011 will open later in 2010.)

Payment must accompany registration.The course notebook may be purchased for $150 by individuals who are unable to attend or by those wanting multiple copies. This course is offered as part of the Statewide Extended Studies Program of the Colorado Commission on Higher Education.

A written notice must be emailed or faxed to the SPACE Office at 303/273-3314 or space@mines.edu.  The sponsor reserves the right to cancel the course and return all registration fees if enrollment is insufficient.  Cancellations will be assessed a $150 service fee.  No refunds will be made to participants who fail to substitute or cancel at least five working days before the start of the course.  Substitutions may be made at any time without penalty.

ACCOMMODATIONS, TRAVEL, AND MEALS
Registrants are responsible for their own lodging, food, and travel arrangements. Click here for accommodations information and for travel information. Blocks of rooms have been reserved for participants at these two hotels in Golden. For other options in the Golden area, click on the accommodations link above.

The Golden Hotel
800 Eleventh Street
Golden CO 80401
Local phone: 303-279-0100
Toll-free phone: 1-800-233-7214

Table Mountain Inn
1310 Washington Avenue
Golden CO 80401
Local phone: 303-277-9898
Toll-free phone: 1-800-762-9898

The hotel blocks are available through January 7, 2010. Be sure to mention you are attending the CSM-Microtunneling program to receive the advertised rate.  The block reservations are not available via the web - you must make reservations for these special block rates by using the telephone.

FOR ADDITIONAL CONFERENCE INFORMATION

Microtunneling, Inc.
PO Box 7367
Boulder, CO 80306
Website: www.microtunneling.com
Email: timcoss@microtunneling.com

FOR REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Office of Special Programs and Continuing Education
Colorado School of Mines
Golden, CO 80401
Phone: 303/279-5563
Fax: 303/277-8683
E-mail: space@mines.edu

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