MASTERING THE AGS DATA FORMAT

Course Outline

This one-day course will provide a deep dive into the AGS data transfer format for geotechnical and geoenvironmental data. The focus will be on the data itself, not its implementation in software. The course will cover fundamentals such as the data structure and encoding rules, before going on to look at some of the common problems that can arise and strategies that can be adopted to avoid them.

Who should attend

This course is suitable for anyone involved with the specification, production or use of AGS data, i.e. clients, contractors or consultants. Experienced users will benefit from the deep dive into common problem areas, but no prior knowledge of AGS data is required as the course will start with the basics.

Course Trainer

The course will be presented by Neil Chadwick, a geotechnical engineer with special expertise in data management and the application of digital technologies in ground engineering. He recently founded Digital Geotechnical Ltd to focus on this special interest.

Neil has over 30 years of industry experience including many years at Arup working on major projects in the building and infrastructure sectors, such as Crossrail, Westfield Stratford City and the London 2012 Athletes Village. He has seen and worked with a lot of AGS data during his career!

Neil is a member of the AGS Data Management Working Group, who maintain the AGS format. He is also the lead author of AGSi, a new format for the transfer of ground model and interpreted data.

Course Cost: £250 + VAT per person