Technical Studies for Port Construction 

Designing and constructing ports requires a multi-disciplinary understanding of marine geology, sediment transport, bathymetry, geotechnical analysis, hydraulic modelling, environmental impact assessment, and techno-economic feasibility.
Pertecnica Engineering offers a specialized course on Technical Studies for Port Construction, focusing on the engineering studies required before and during execution of port and harbour projects.

Why Technical Studies Matter in Port Projects?

Port development decisions demand accurate studies before construction begins. Technical studies help determine:

  • Site suitability & stability

  • Required dredging and reclamation volumes

  • Breakwater length & type

  • Berth capacity & cargo demand

  • Environmental and coastal safety compliance

  • Capital cost & project feasibility

This course ensures participants gain practical knowledge of these studies, aligned with industry expectations.

Skill Assessment & Customized Training

Pertecnica identifies individual capability through technical skill assessment, covering:

  • Marine surveys & soil studies

  • Hydraulic & bathymetric analysis

  • Sediment and wave climate calculations

  • Port planning principles

  • Technical documentation and report preparation

Based on assessment outcomes, learners receive personalized skill gap training. Upon completion, candidates earn certification and job readiness support for marine EPC roles.

Course Coverage – What You Will Learn

1. Bathymetric & Hydrographic Studies

  • Depth profiling & seabed mapping

  • Survey vessels & echo-sounding systems

  • Data interpretation for port layouts

2. Marine Geotechnical Investigations

  • Soil exploration at seabed

  • CPT, borehole drilling, grab sampling

  • Soil parameter selection for design

3. Wave, Tide & Sediment Studies

  • Wave climate data analysis

  • Sediment transport & littoral drift

  • Shoreline stability assessment

4. Dredging Studies

  • Dredging requirement estimation

  • Selection of dredgers (CSD, TSHD, Backhoe etc.)

  • Disposal of dredged material

5. Land Reclamation & Ground Improvement Studies

  • Suitable reclamation materials

  • Compaction & soil stabilization

  • Ground improvement economics

6. Breakwater & Seawall Technical Analysis

  • Wave forces calculation

  • Design basis studies

  • Model studies & numerical simulation

7. Berthing & Mooring Technical Studies

  • Load estimation for berthing structures

  • Fender system selection

  • Mooring structure analysis

8. Environmental & Coastal Regulation Studies

  • CRZ norms & clearances

  • EIA studies for port development

  • Coastal zone safety mandates

9. Traffic Demand & Capacity Studies

  • Cargo projection analysis

  • Vessel size, berthing time, storage yard demand

  • Hinterland connectivity studies

10. Economic Feasibility Studies

  • CAPEX & OPEX estimation

  • Payback, NPV, IRR analysis

  • Port tariff frameworks

Who Is This Course For?

  • Civil Engineering Students (UG/PG)

  • Freshers preparing for port EPC roles

  • Site Engineers aiming for technical roles

  • Marine construction professionals

  • Engineers seeking upskilling in technical project studies

Certification & Job Deployment Support

Participants receive:

  • Technical Skill Assessment Report

  • Personalized Skill Gap Training Plan

  • Certification in Port Technical Studies

  • Support for job placement in port and marine infrastructure projects