PLAXIS 2D Training Course Online
Gain hands-on geotechnical expertise to master real-world projects with PLAXIS Training, and earn certification to boost your performance and career growth instantly.
299.00$
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Schedule of Classes
Start Date & End Date
Aug 01 2026 - Sep 27 2026
PLAXIS 2D Course
At PIGSO Learning, our PLAXIS 2D 7-week live training program helps offer practical, expert-led knowledge with real-world case studies to master your subject, improve your learning, and make you competent.
Online Program
Branch: PIGSO LEARNING
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Everything You Need to Know
Course Overview & Batch Schedule
The PLAXIS 2D Training Course gives you complete, hands-on geotechnical FEM skills. Every module uses real project scenarios from foundation modelling to complex tunnel systems and dynamic loading. Live sessions, project assignments, and a capstone project ensure you finish job-ready.
Total Duration
25+ Hours | 6-8 Weeks
Format
Live Online (Zoom)
Language
English & Spanish
Certificate
Verified Certificate
Batch #020
EnglishBatch #021
EnglishBatch #019
Spanish
A Niche Skill With
Massive Demand
As infrastructure projects scale globally, geotechnical engineers who can model and analyse soil behaviour with PLAXIS 2D are in critically short supply.
Global Demand
Over $300+ billion in geotechnical and foundation projects are underway worldwide — all requiring FEM-based analysis expertise.
Ultra-Niche Skill
Less than 3% of civil engineers of civil engineers have hands-on PLAXIS modelling expertise — making you stand out instantly in any job market.
Premium Salaries
Geotechnical FEM specialists earn ₹7–20 LPA in India, with significantly higher-paying roles across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.
PLAXIS 2D Modules You'll Master
PLAXIS 2D is the world's most trusted finite element software for plane-strain and axisymmetric geotechnical analysis. This course covers the essential modules used in retaining wall design, tunnel cross-sections, embankments, slope stability, and consolidation problems.
Soil Profile & Geometry Input
Define 2D cross-section geometry with borehole logs, soil layers, structural elements such as walls, plates, anchors, and model boundary conditions for plane-strain or axisymmetric problems.
Most UsedMaterial Models & Soil Parameters
Configure Mohr-Coulomb, Hardening Soil, HS Small-Strain, Soft Soil, and Soft Soil Creep models with drained, undrained, and non-porous drainage conditions.
Soil BehaviourMesh Generation & Refinement
Automatic 2D triangular finite element mesh with coarseness control and local refinements around walls, tunnel linings, load zones, and points of stress concentration.
FEM CoreConstruction Stage & Phase Modelling
Simulate staged excavation, embankment raising, dewatering, prop and anchor activation, and surcharge loading phase-by-phase to replicate real construction sequences.
Staged AnalysisGroundwater Flow & Consolidation
Steady-state and transient seepage analysis, phreatic level definition, pore pressure distribution, and time-dependent consolidation settlement calculations for soft clay conditions.
GroundwaterOutput & Results Interpretation
Post-processing of total and incremental deformations, effective stress contours, shear strain plots, safety factor (phi-c reduction), and load-displacement curves for full design verification.
Post-ProcessingWhere PLAXIS 2D Skills Are Used
PLAXIS 2D is the industry-standard geotechnical FEM tool for plane strain and axisymmetric analysis of soil and rock behaviour. Here's where your skills will open doors.
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🛤️ Roads, Embankments & Slope Stability
PLAXIS 2D is used by highway and railway engineers at NHAI, RVNL, and IRCON to analyse embankment stability, consolidation settlement, and reinforced slope behaviour for road and rail corridor projects across challenging terrain.
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🏙️ Urban Geotechnical & Retaining Structures
Geotechnical consultants and contractors at L&T, Simplex Infrastructures, and AECOM rely on PLAXIS 2D for cross-sectional analysis of sheet pile walls, braced excavations, and ground improvement schemes in congested urban environments.
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💧 Hydraulic Structures & Seepage Analysis
Dam engineers, irrigation departments, and port developers at WAPCOS, CWC, and NTPC use PLAXIS 2D to perform coupled flow-deformation analysis, seepage modelling through earth dams, and consolidation studies for hydraulic and coastal structures.
Core Skills You'll Master
From FEM fundamentals to advanced dynamic and consolidation analyses — every skill is directly applicable on real geotechnical projects.
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✔FEM Fundamentals & PLAXIS SetupBuild geometry, assign boundaries, and generate accurate meshes from scratch.
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✔Material Models – MC & Hardening SoilApply Mohr-Coulomb and Hardening Soil models to represent real soil behaviour.
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✔Foundation Deformation AnalysisModel shallow and deep foundations and interpret deformation patterns under loading.
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✔Slope Stability & Retaining StructuresRun factor-of-safety analyses for slopes, retaining walls, and embankments.
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✔Groundwater Flow & ConsolidationSimulate pore pressure, drainage paths, and time-dependent settlement scenarios.
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✔Dynamic, Vibration & Seismic AnalysisModel earthquake loading and dynamic response on soil-structure systems.
Learn by Doing in PLAXIS 2D
Everything You Need to Succeed
Interactive live classes with real-time Q&A.
Access all content anytime for 12 months.
Hands-on real-world engineering projects.
Get personalized expert support.
Practice with structured exercises.
Industry-recognized certification.
Learn from real project data.
Attend from anywhere with flexible timing.
Your PLAXIS 2D Learning Journey
Master PLAXIS 2D from geotechnical modelling fundamentals to advanced soil-structure interaction and industry-ready analysis projects.
Foundations
Geotechnical modelling basics, PLAXIS 2D interface and soil model input.
Soil & Material Modelling
Constitutive models, borehole data and material parameter assignment.
Structures & Staged Construction
Retaining walls, embankments, foundations and construction stage sequencing.
Groundwater & Advanced Analysis
Seepage flow, consolidation, dynamic loading and slope stability analysis.
Portfolio Project
Capstone geotechnical analysis, design report and final presentation.
How Our PLAXIS 2D Training Compares
Master PLAXIS 2D through hands-on projects, expert mentoring, and industry-focused geotechnical analysis workflows.
| Feature | Pigso Learning | Generic Online | University |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full PLAXIS 2D Hands-On Training | ✔ Full Workflow | ✖ Theory Only | ✖ Rarely Covered |
| Live Instructor Sessions | ✔ Weekly Q&A | ✖ Recorded Only | ✔ Sometimes |
| Real Industry Case Studies | ✔ Geotechnical / Foundation | ✖ Generic | ✖ Academic Only |
| Capstone Project | ✔ Reviewed | ✖ Not Included | ✔ Sometimes |
| Mentor Support | ✔ 1-on-1 | ✖ Forums Only | ✖ Limited |
| Job Ready | ✔ 6–8 Weeks | ✖ No Structure | ✖ Years |
The Comparison Speaks for Itself
Full hands-on geotechnical analysis training, live mentorship, and a job-ready skillset — all in 6–8 weeks.
Learn from Industry Experts
Senior Geotechnical Engineer and Professor with 20+ years of hands-on experience across pile foundations, diaphragm walls, ground improvement, retaining structures, and metro rail infrastructure. Former Deputy Manager at ITD Cementation India Limited. Has delivered geotechnical solutions for 140+ projects across India, Germany, Malaysia, and Dubai — including Delhi Metro, Jaipur Metro, IOCL Paradip Refinery, and Vedanta Aluminium Plant.
Dr Dinesh Malviya has extensively used advanced numerical modelling software for solving complex geotechnical and underground engineering problems over 7+ years. During his PhD from AcSIR, an institute of national importance, he tackled real-world challenges in soil-structure interaction, foundation behaviour, and underground slope stability.
PhD from NIT Tiruchirappalli in laterally loaded finned and helical piles, currently Post-Doctoral Fellow at IIT Bombay researching offshore wind turbine monopile foundations. Over 10 years of PLAXIS 2D & 3D modelling experience spanning pile foundations, embankment consolidation, slope excavations, dredging safety, and tunnel analysis. Published 10+ peer-reviewed research papers.
Course Curriculum
1 Subject
PLAXIS 2D Training
4 Exercises • 4 Learning Materials
Preview Lesson
Preview Class - PLAXIS 2D Software English Language
Preview Class - PLAXIS 2D Software Spanish Language
Module - 1 - Introduction to FEM & PLAXIS
Module - 2 - Material Models
Project Assignment -1
Module - 3 Deformation induced by Shallow & Deep foundations
Project Assignment - PLAXIS 2D Training - Topic - Deformation induced by Shallow & Deep foundation
Module - 4 Deformations in Slops & Retaining structures
Project Assignment - 2 - PLAXIS 2D Training - Topic - Deformations in Slops & Retaining structures
Module - 5 Hoek Brown Model
Module- 6 Stabilization of Rock Slopes
Module - 7 Groundwater Flow Modeling
Module -8 Consolidation
Project Assignment - 4 - PLAXIS 2D Training - Topic - Consolidation
Module - 9 Dynamic, Vibration & Seismic Analysis
Project Assignment - 5 - PLAXIS 2D Training - Topic - Dynamic, Vibration & Siesmic Analysis
Proejct Assistance and Doubt solving sesssion - Q/A
PLAXIS 2D - Assignment
Course Instructor
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Mayank
7 Courses • 705 Students
Detailed Course Outline
- Introduction & Finite Element Method Basics
- Applicability of PLAXIS 2D
- Modelling Aspects — Plain Strain & Axisymmetric
- Geometry, Material, Mesh Generation
- Boundary Condition, Initial Static Conditions
- Construction Stages, Calculation & Report Generation
- Basics — Stress, Strain, Effective Stress, Initial Stresses
- Mohr-Coulomb Model & Elastic Perfectly-Plastic Behaviour
- Basic Parameters of Mohr-Coulomb Model
- Hardening Soil Model Overview
- Approximation of Hyperbola by Hardening Soil Model
- Parameters of the Hardening Soil Model
- Basics of Shallow Foundation
- Settlement of Circular Footing on Sand: Rigid Foundation
- Force Distributions & Bending Moment in Foundations
- Basics of Pile Foundation
- Modelling and Analysis of Bored Pile
- Settlement of Pile Foundations in Heterogeneous Soil
- Axial Force & Bending Moments in Pile Foundations
- Project Assignment — Shallow Foundation
- Basics of Embankment
- Deformation & Stress Contours in Embankment Slope
- Stability Analysis of Embankment (FoS)
- Basics of Retaining Wall & Shoring System
- Submerged Construction of Excavation
- Assessment of Shear Force, Axial Force & Bending Moment
- Slope Stabilization with Remedial Measures
- Project Assignment — Slope Stability & Diaphragm Wall
- Basics of the Hoek Brown Model
- Parameters of the Hoek Brown Model
- Application of the Hoek Brown Model for Dynamic Analysis
- Basics of Rock Slope Stabilization
- Modelling the Faults using Discontinuity
- Determination of Factor of Safety & Long-Term Stability
- Close Flow Boundary Formation
- Flow Field Modelling for Dry Excavation
- Basics of the Stone Column in Relation to Consolidation
- Stone Column Design and Analysis
- Force Distribution and Settlement Assessment
- Generator Foundation on Elastic Foundation
- Pile Driving
- Building Subjected to Earthquake
- Doubt Solving Session
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is PLAXIS Software?
PLAXIS software is one of the most powerful geotechnical analysis tools used by engineers to study soil behavior, type, design, slope stability, and ground structure interaction. Enrolling in Pigso Learning's PLAXIS 2D online course lets you gain both theoretical and practical knowledge while learning about PLAXIS 2D models and their applications.
Who is this training suitable for?
Our PLAXIS software training online course is suitable for civil engineers, geotechnical professionals, researchers, students looking to advance in soil mechanics and geotechnical designs, and practicing engineers aiming to upskill in PLAXIS.
Does this course support live sessions?
Yes, PIGSO Learning offers live lectures and interactive sessions led by experienced instructors. You can ask questions in real time, receive one-on-one guidance, and engage in hands-on practice alongside other learners.
Is this a certificate course?
Yes, after successfully completing the PLAXIS 2D course and submitting the project assignment, you will receive a verified certificate that demonstrates your mastery of PLAXIS and enhances your credentials in geotechnical engineering.
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