Construction of Ports & Harbours 

Specialized Training for Civil Engineers

Skill Assessment │ Skill Gap Training │ Certification

Port construction is one of the most complex and multidisciplinary domains in civil engineering, involving heavy marine works, coastal design, geotechnical challenges, dredging, breakwater engineering, berthing structures, cargo terminals, and large-scale logistics infrastructure.
Pertecnica Engineering offers an industry-aligned Construction of Ports Training Program, designed for civil engineers seeking practical, job-focused skills to work in marine infrastructure and port development projects.

Why This Course?

Port and harbour projects require engineers who understand both land-based and marine-based construction technologies. This course equips learners with the right combination of technical knowledge and practical execution skills, tailored to global EPC standards.

Skill Assessment & Certification

At Pertecnica, our training model begins with Skill Assessment.
We evaluate each candidate’s understanding of:

  • Marine structures

  • Coastal engineering basics

  • Construction methodologies

  • Quality & safety requirements

  • Drawings and specifications

  • Material selection for port works

Based on assessment results, we identify skill gaps and offer customized skill gap training. After completion, participants receive industry-recognized certification, supporting job deployment in port construction projects.

What You Will Learn

1. Introduction to Port & Harbour Engineering

  • Types of ports and terminals

  • Port planning, layout, zoning

  • Environmental and coastal regulatory requirements

2. Marine Geotechnical Investigations

  • Bathymetry surveys

  • Soil investigation for seabed

  • Ground improvement methods in coastal zones

3. Dredging & Reclamation Works

  • Types of dredgers

  • Sand filling & compaction

  • Land reclamation and stabilization techniques

4. Breakwater and Seawall Construction

  • Rubble mound structures

  • Caissons and precast blocks

  • Wave load considerations

5. Berthing Structures

  • Jetty, quay wall, finger pier construction

  • Pile foundations: steel, concrete, composite

  • Fender systems and mooring arrangements

6. Cargo Handling Facilities

  • Container terminals

  • Bulk cargo terminals

  • Automation & yard planning basics

7. Material Technology for Marine Works

  • High-performance concrete

  • Anti-corrosion coatings

  • Reinforcement materials and marine-grade steel

8. Port Utilities and Infrastructure

  • Navigational aids

  • Roads, drainage & utilities within the port

  • Electrical and mechanical systems overview

9. Project Execution & Management

  • Construction sequence planning

  • Quality control in marine projects

  • Marine safety & environmental compliance

10. AutoCAD & Structural Drawings for Port Works

  • Port layout drawing interpretation

  • Jetty and breakwater detailing

  • BOQ preparation for marine structures

Who Should Attend?

  • Civil Engineering Students

  • Site Engineers & Supervisors

  • Marine Construction Engineers

  • Freshers preparing for EPC job roles

  • Professionals aiming for project deployment in port projects

Certification

All participants receive a Skill Assessment Score, Skill Gap Report, and a Completion Certificate validating their capability to work in port and harbour construction projects.