Question 1

What is the Online Training Program on Tunnels & Tunnelling?

Accepted Answer

A 106-lecture, 25-week online programme covering the full lifecycle of hydro and transport tunnels - survey and investigation, design, construction (NATM/TBM/DBM), support and lining, monitoring, and contracts - taught by faculty from NHPC, IIT, GSI and Istanbul Technical University.

Question 2

Who is the tunnelling course for?

Accepted Answer

Practising civil, geotechnical and geological engineers; government and PSU staff; consultants and contractors; and students or research scholars in tunnelling and underground construction.

Question 3

How long is the course and how is it delivered?

Accepted Answer

It runs over roughly 25 weeks with pre-recorded lectures released twice a week, interspersed with interactive faculty sessions. Access is self-paced within the enrolment window.

Question 4

What is the difference between the Core and Optional segments?

Accepted Answer

The Core segment (51 lectures) covers aspects of general interest to every tunnelling engineer. The Optional segment (55 lectures) lets you go deeper into specialised topics. You can enrol in Core, Optional, or the Full programme.

Question 5

Can I buy the Optional segment without the Core segment?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Optional package is purchasable on its own; there is no prerequisite enforced at checkout. Most participants take Core or the Full programme for the complete picture.

Question 6

How much does the tunnelling course cost?

Accepted Answer

Pricing depends on your category (Government, PSU/Boards/Private, or Students/Research) and the package (Core, Optional, or Full). See the pricing page for the current live rates.

Question 7

Are there discounted rates for students and government staff?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Students/research scholars and government departments have dedicated lower rates. Eligibility is self-selected at purchase and verified at enrolment.

Question 8

Will I get a certificate?

Accepted Answer

Yes - on completion you receive a certificate, co-issued under AF Academy and Dr. Dhawan Academy of Geologists, verifiable online.

Question 9

Who teaches the course?

Accepted Answer

A faculty of senior tunnelling and geotechnical experts from organisations including NHPC, IIT, GSI, NGI (Norway) and Istanbul Technical University. See the faculty page for full profiles.

Question 10

What is the I-System of rock-mass classification?

Accepted Answer

The I-System is a rock-mass classification approach for tunnel support design; the programme covers it alongside the Q-system and RMR so you can choose the right method for a given ground condition.

Question 11

Do I need prior tunnelling experience?

Accepted Answer

No - the Core segment starts from fundamentals and builds up, so engineers new to tunnelling and experienced practitioners both benefit.

Question 12

Is the certificate recognised internationally?

Accepted Answer

The programme has trained engineers across 70+ countries; the certificate is widely recognised across the tunnelling and underground-construction industry.

Question 13

Can my organisation enrol a group?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Group and PSU enrolments are supported with no maximum seat limit; contact us for invoicing or purchase-order arrangements.

Question 14

How do I access the lectures after enrolling?

Accepted Answer

Learning is delivered on the AF Academy LMS (afacademy.hummz.app); after purchase you are handed off to your enrolled course there.

From investigation to as-built

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From investigation to as-built

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01/07Module 1 - Introduction1 lecture

02/07Module 2 - Formulating a Project3 lectures

03/07Module 3 - Survey & investigation38 lectures

04/07Module 4 - Design21 lectures

05/07Module 5 - Tender and Contract Management6 lectures

06/07Module 6 - Tunnel Construction36 lectures

07/07Module 7 - Software Applications1 lecture

Frequently asked questions

01What is the Online Training Program on Tunnels & Tunnelling?

02Who is the tunnelling course for?

03How long is the course and how is it delivered?

04What is the difference between the Core and Optional segments?

05Can I buy the Optional segment without the Core segment?

06How much does the tunnelling course cost?

07Are there discounted rates for students and government staff?

08Will I get a certificate?

09Who teaches the course?

10What is the I-System of rock-mass classification?

11Do I need prior tunnelling experience?

12Is the certificate recognised internationally?

13Can my organisation enrol a group?

14How do I access the lectures after enrolling?