This slideshow-formatted course provides a general overview of waterfront structures such as piers, wharves, quaywalls, dry docks, seawalls, groins, jetties, and more. Components of waterfront (structures (or facilities) are covered as well, such as: fender systems, pilings, dolphins, utilities, preservatives, coatings, and hardware. Component materials are also covered: wood/timber, concrete, steel, synthetics, and alloy materials.

Topics: Types of Berthing Facilities, Drydocks, Coastal Protective Structures Components of these Waterfront Structures Wood and Timber Components Reinforced Concrete Components Steel Components Nonferrous Metals and Alloys Synthetic Materials Soil Fill for Waterfront Components Environmental Compliance Issues Intended Audience: This course is intended for Marine, Construction, Geotechnical, Civil, Environmental, Water Resources, and other engineers whose job description may require a general knowledge of waterfront structures, their components, and associated construction materials.

Publication Source: Original Courseware based on the US Corp of Engineer’s publication, #UFC 4-150-07, September 2012, “Maintenance and Operation of Waterfront Facilities”