This workshop (Level 2/3) with emphasis on worked examples intends to contribute towards the transfer of background knowledge and expertise of Eurocode 7 writers (CEN/TC250 Sub Committee 7) to potential trainers at national level and Eurocode users.

The principal objectives of the workshop are to:

• transfer knowledge and information to representatives of key organisations/institutions, industry and technical associations in Member States;
• provide state-of-the-art training material, background information and worked examples to Eurocodes trainers and users;
• facilitate exchange of views, networking and cooperation.

The workshop is organised and supported by the European Commission, DG Enterprise and Industry and Joint Research Centre, CEN/TC250, CEN Management Centre and Ireland's Department of the Enviroment, Community and Local Government.

The workshop will commence in the morning of June 13 and conclude in the afternoon of June 14. The workshop will include parallel presentation of the Eurocode 7 general rules, basic design principles and design methods, and relevant worked examples. The workshop sessions will address:

• the design of shallow foundations, gravity walls, embedded walls, and deep foundations;
• the ground investigation and testing process;
• the slope stability and hydraulic failure.