GEO 01 — Site & Survey Data Fundamentals

Offshore wind surveys,
done right from the start

For offshore wind engineers, project managers & client reps

Master the planning, execution and reporting of site & survey campaigns. Practical knowledge built and delivered by professionals who run these operations — not textbook theory.

€249
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Developed with COWI — Global consulting firm with a strong presence in Scandinavia, the UK, and North America. Operating in over 35 countries, it provides engineering, architecture, renewable energy, and environmental services.
10+
Companies trained
46
Lessons
~40 days
Avg. completion time
Self-paced
15 week access
Trusted by
Equinor
Vena Energy
Nexif Ratch Energy
Mainstream Renewable Power
COP
Safelane
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No matter your role, understanding the ground you're building on is essential, and this course lays that groundwork perfectly.

Julius Vladičkay

Julius Vladičkay

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

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I liked the course primarily for its effective communication methods, and the topics were well covered.

Gennaro Illiano

Gennaro Illiano

Junior Offshore Survey Representative

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I've been familiar with the results produced, but this course gave an insight into how the data gets gathered in a structured way.

Daniel Peter Dalicsek

Daniel Peter Dalicsek

Course graduate

Learning Goals

Site Investigations Understanding
Develop an understanding of the methods and applications of geotechnical and geophysical surveys, understanding when and why each method is used.
Data Integration and Analysis
Learn how geotechnical and geophysical data interplay and are integrated, linking it to environmental data to make informed decisions about site suitability and design.
Design Basis Contribution
Gain the ability to understand the development of ground models and Geotechnical Interpretive Reports (GIRs) that feed into the design basis of offshore wind projects.

Real-world expertise, not just theory.

Lone Klinkby
Senior Instructor | RECOA
Market Director | COWI


Leading expert in offshore wind and geoscience. She has delivered projects worldwide, specializing in site assessment, geohazard analysis, and foundation design. Her expertise spans seabed engineering, ground modeling, and geophysical data, ensuring reliable, efficient offshore development.

Thore Sortemos
Senior Instructor | RECOA
Senior Project Manager | COWI

With nearly two decades of experience in offshore energy, he specializes in geological, geophysical, and geotechnical investigations, with a focus on risk assessment.

As a Senior Project Manager, he leads offshore wind site surveys, overseeing planning, execution, and data interpretation to deliver reliable results.

Anders Lykke Mikalski

Anders Lykke Mikalski

Senior Instructor | RECOA
Senior Geophysical Specialist | COWI


Area of Expertise:
Geological, technical, and economic risk.

Kasper Glitrup

Kasper Glitrup

Senior Instructor | RECOA
Geotechnical Engineer | COWI


Area of Expertise:
Geotechnical site investigations.

Louise Sandberg Sørensen

Louise Sandberg Sørensen

Senior Instructor | RECOA
Geophysical Specialist | COWI


Area of Expertise:
Acquisition, management and QC.

Silja Lønborg Christensen

Silja Lønborg Christensen

Senior Instructor | RECOA
Geophysicist | COWI


Area of Expertise:
Modelling, computation methods, and inversion.

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GEO 01 — Site & Survey Data Fundamentals for Offshore Wind

Who is this for?

Enrolling for yourself, or your team?

GEO 01 is built for offshore wind professionals — choose the path that fits your situation.

For individuals

Advance your own career

Self-enroll and study at your own pace. Practical knowledge you can apply immediately on offshore projects.

  • Self-paced — average completion ~40 days
  • Lifetime access to all course materials
  • Certificate of completion for your profile
  • Access to professional peer community
GEO 01 — Site & Survey Data Fundamentals for Offshore Wind

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Try before you enroll

Sample two free lessons and a recorded info session — no account needed.

Introduction to GEO 01
12 min · Overview lesson
Free
What is a geophysical survey?
18 min · Chapter 1 preview
Free
GEO info session recording
45 min · Q&A with instructors
Free
GEO 01 — Site & Survey Data Fundamentals for Offshore Wind

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Complete the full survey workflow

GEO 01 covers site & survey fundamentals. T&I 01 takes you through transportation & installation — the natural next step for 30% of students.

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GEO 01 — Site & Survey Fundamentals

Planning, execution and reporting for offshore wind geophysical surveys.

Geotechnical & geophysical surveys
Data integration & QC
Design basis contribution
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GEO 01 + T&I 01 bundle — save when you enroll in both
€798 €649
GEO 01 — Site & Survey Data Fundamentals for Offshore Wind

Learn at your own pace

Fits around a demanding schedule

Designed for working professionals. No deadlines, no cohorts — revisit any lesson whenever you need it.

~40 days
Average completion among enrolled professionals
Lifetime
Access to all materials after completion
No deadlines
Start and pause around project cycles
62%
Completion rate among enrolled professionals
Typical learner journey — days from enrollment
Day 1 Day 14 Day 40 — avg. complete Day 82