• CertificationCertification:
    Soils Special Inspector through ICC (International Code Council)
  • PrerequisitesPrerequisites:
  • Work ExperienceRequirements:
    None
  • Course LengthCourse Length:
    45 Hours Online Training
  • Required BookRequired Books:
    International Building Code
    Soils, Earthwork, and Foundations
    11 ASTM Standards
  • Relevant IndustriesRelevant Industries:
    All Commercial Construction
    Public/Private Projects
    Materials Testing
    QA/QC Inspection
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Soils Code + Plans
45 Hours
4.5 CEUs/PDHs

Full Course Includes

120 Day Course Access
120 Day Course Access
Visual Online Curriculum
Visual Online Curriculum
Plan Set
Training Plan Sets & Practice Tests
Spaced Repetition Review
Spaced Repetition Review
Coaching
Personal Coaching Passing Guarantee
Quizzes and Tests
Targeted Quizzes & Practice Tests
Audio Instruction
Insightful Audio Instruction
Photos, Graphics, and Illustrations
Photos, Graphics, & Illustrations
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User Reviews

Soils Codes and Plans DONE

Attention Gabe. Passed my ICC SOIL CODE & PLAN. Want to say a big Thank You as your online training was very helpful.

Hamed B.

Roswell, GA

Passed the Soils test and this course is phenomenal.

I want you guys to know that I would have never passed this exam without this course. It showed me everything I needed to know for the test, and not only that, I now understand why I'm doing the tests and soils analyses I'm doing.

Nelson L.

Media, PA

Thanks.

Good morning Matt. I would like to extend my thanks to you for all of your help in achieving my passing score on the soils plans.

Gerald B.

Brooklyn, NY

Passed Soils!

Hi, I just wanted to inform you that I passed my ICC Soils Special Inspection Exam. Thank you for your valuable training.

Tesh G.

Las Vegas, NV

Passed Soils w/ No Inspection Background

Passed ICC codes Friday. Solid program. Had my doubts it would work for someone who has no background in inspection and hasn’t had to study or test like this in 16 years.

Dylan V.

Costa Mesa, CA
CAREER TIP:

Every construction project begins with Soils as the foundation. Knowledge of this discipline makes for a very well-rounded inspector. Our training will prepare you for the test AND give you a strong understanding of the discipline, regardless of your prior soils laboratory experience. This course can be taken with little to no soils construction experience.

Personal Coaching

Matt Owens, Structural Bolting Instructor
Matt Owens, MSI, CWI
Chief Technical Advisor for Special Inspection

"Understanding soils is the key to becoming a well-rounded special inspector. All new construction involves a study and analysis of the on-site soils. When you learn and master soils inspection, your market value shoots up.

We developed this course with the input of 30-year inspection managers, engineers, and other industry experts. It is a strong, well-rounded training with lots of visuals and illustrations teaching the many concepts encompassing soils. After working through our material, you’ll understand soils, know your code references, and be able to pass the Codes test.

The Plans test can also be challenging, which is why we teach using both grading and civil drawings. By taking you through our Soils Training Plan Sets, you’ll have the knowledge and practice you need to pass the Plans test. As with our other ICC special inspection courses, I’m just one click away!"

Course Summary

Online Training Hours45 Hours
CEU/PDH4.5 Units
Access Time120 Days
AccessibilityAnytime, Anywhere (not instructor-dependent)
PlatformVisual Online Curriculum
CoachingChat Messaging
AssessmentsQuizzes/Practice Tests
Audio InstructionYes
Code InstructionYes
Interactive PlansYes

Course Breakdown

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Soils - Code + Plans

45 hours of training | 120 days access

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Course Features

Topics

  • Soil Mechanics
  • Soil Classification
  • Soil Sampling
  • Laboratory Testing
  • The Proctor
  • Understanding Density
  • Nuclear Gauge
  • Learning the Sand Cone
  • Site Grading
  • Civil Plan Reading
  • Grading Plan Reading
  • Plans Navigation
  • Digital Plans Delivery Preparation
  • Test-Taking Preparation
  • Code/Plans Timed Tests
  • Engineering Load Path
  • Lab/Field Classification
  • Stockpile
  • Atterberg Limits, Sieve Analysis
  • Rock Corrections
  • Moisture/Density Relationships
  • Construction Compaction Equipment
  • Densification
  • Stake Reading
  • Civil vs. Grading Plan Reading
  • Reading Contours
  • Blueprint Commonalities
  • PRONTO At-Home Testing
  • Testing Strategies
  • Practice Tests

Topics

  • Engineering Load Path
  • Lab/Field Classification
  • Stockpile
  • Atterberg Limits, Sieve Analysis
  • Rock Corrections
  • Moisture/Density Relationships
  • Construction Compaction Equipment
  • Densification
  • Stake Reading
  • Civil vs. Grading Plan Reading
  • Reading Contours
  • Blueprint Commonalities
  • PRONTO At-Home Testing
  • Testing Strategies
  • Practice Tests
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Study Tip

The actual test is made up of 2 separate tests – the Codes and the Plans. You will have 120 minutes to complete 60 code questions, and 90 minutes to complete 30 plans questions. The test is open-book.

Required References

Plan Set digital downloads are included with course purchase. The books are NOT included. You can purchase the books from the links below.
Plan Sets Included with the Course

SI Certs Training Plan Sets

(3) Plan Sets are included with this course as digital PDF downloads.

SI Certs Training Packages

We offer course packages in the form of credits. Purchase credits to take any combination of courses and start them at anytime. Credits never expire.