Site & Survey Data Fundamentals for Offshore Wind
Offshore wind surveys, done right from the start
Learn from experienced professionals about site survey planning, execution and reporting, relevant for foundations, substations, and subsea cables, and key for project success.
Self-paced, 13 weeks access from enrolment date
Access to course instructors for Q&As
Certificate of completion included
Accessible content with subtitles
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Developed in partnership with subject matter experts.
COWI is a global consulting firm with strong presence in Scandinavia, the UK, and North America, providing engineering, renewable energy, and environmental services in 35+ countries.
Meet the instructors→I liked the course for its effective communication methods.
The topics were well covered and the downloadable report examples are very useful to train.
No matter your role, understanding the ground you're building on is essential, and this course lays that groundwork perfectly.
Even with +10 years as a geologist, moving from onshore site investigations to offshore wind presented a steep learning curve. This course helped me bridge that gap for the unique demands of offshore wind.
I've been familiar with the results produced, but this course gave an insight into how the data gets gathered in a structured way.
Coming from one specialised area of site surveys, it was a great overall review of all the other parts.
This helped my decision-making and bridged my knowledge gaps.
Great fundamental-level training for a wide range of stakeholders and professionals to understand the importance of conducting detailed geotechnical and geophysical surveys.
Why we developed this course
Limited Insight into How Survey Data Is Produced
Without knowing how the data was acquired, or where the uncertainty sits, it is difficult to question what the report concludes.
Misalignment Across Project Disciplines
Geoscientists, engineers and managers on the same project often expect different things from the same survey. This course brings your team to a shared standard.
Late Recognition of Ground Risk
Foundations are around 35% of project cost, and the site investigation informs their design. A campaign scoped too narrowly either inflates the cost of the design or leaves surprises during construction, when they are most expensive.
Here are your expected learning outcomes
What's included in the course
Learn from expert-led videos and engaging animations that bring complex topics, processes, and concepts to life.
Reinforce your learning with chapter knowledge checks and a comprehensive final exam.
Explore equipment imagery and real-world data provided by our Academy Partners.
Apply your knowledge through practical case studies and scenarios using GIS-based platforms.
Connect with peers and industry professionals through our online professional community.
Successfully pass the final exam and earn a Certificate of Completion.
While developed for offshore wind, the survey techniques covered are also used for other marine infrastructure — bridges, harbour developments, and aggregate mapping. No theoretical or mathematical background is required; this course focuses on practical understanding and application.
This course is for you
if you can say yes to at least one of the following...
- I am a technical graduate who wants to start a career within Offshore Wind.
- I am a technical professional, who wants to refresh my technical and theoretical knowledge.
- I am a manager, who wants to understand the basics of site surveys.
- I am transferring from an adjacent industry.
Course curriculum
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Introduction
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The Site Survey
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Site Investigation Timeline
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Desktop Studies
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The Stakeholders
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Preparations for & Planning of Site Investigations
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Basic Scoping & Execution of Surveys
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Vessel, Crew & Positioning
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Test Your Knowledge
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Conclusion
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Introduction
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Seabed Surface
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Seabed Subsurface
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Survey Planning
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Deliverables
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Test Your Knowledge
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Conclusion
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Introduction
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Scoping & Planning Offshore Investigations
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Offshore Operations
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Cone Penetration Testing
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Drilling & Sampling
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Geotechnical Methods for Cable Routes
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Laboratory Testing
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Reporting
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Test Your Knowledge
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Conclusion
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Introduction
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Simple- & Integrated Ground Models
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Components of an Integrated Ground Model
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Purpose of the Geotechnical Interpretive Report (GIR)
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GIR for Foundation Design
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GIR for Subsea Cables
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Test Your Knowledge
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Conclusion
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Site & Survey Fundamental for Offshore Wind
- 46 lessons
- Geological Desktop Studies (Real-life examples)
- WindGIS Interactive Platform by Lautec
Real world expertise, theory you can trust
For individuals
Build practical offshore wind site investigation knowledge, at your own pace.
- Self-paced learning with approximately 40 days average completion time
- 13 weeks access from enrolment
- Receive a certificate of completion
- Access to a professional offshore wind community
For teams
Build your team's understanding of site data and its role in successful offshore wind projects.
- Flexible pricing for bulk purchases
- Tailored training solutions aligned with your organisation’s needs
- Reporting on learner progress and feedback
- Dedicated onboarding and learner support
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