CUIRE Schools

CUIRE Training Schools

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The Center for Underground Infrastructure Research & Education (CUIRE), at the University of Texas at Arlington, will hold its 24th  Annual Pipeline and Trenchless Technology Training and Certification Schools in conjunction with UIC on Monday, January 26, 2026 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center (rooms to be announced). 

CUIRE Schools are organized by the Center for Underground Infrastructure Research & Education (CUIRE), Department of Civil Engineering, The University of Texas at Arlington; and cosponsored by Underground Infrastructure magazine.

Who Should Attend?

Public officials, transportation agencies, design and consulting engineers, utility company personnel, designers, utility owners and operators, and contractors who are involved with constructing, renewing, and managing utilities.

This year’s program includes Pipe School (School A), HDD (School B), Cured-In-Place School (School C) and Microtunneling and Pilot Tube (School D)

CEU and PDH

Certificate & Professional Development Hours: These Schools qualify for up to 8 Professional Development Hours (PDH) of continuing education credit. A PDH certificate-indicating inspector training will be awarded at the conclusion of the School. The wallet-size certificate will be mailed shortly after completion of the schools.

Register at CUIRE Schools 2026! For more information on these Schools contact CUIRE at +1 (817) 272-9177, cuire@uta.edu. 

Monday, January 26

School A – Pipe Maintenance and Repair:

  • 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM: This School will cover the principles, techniques, and best practices for the inspection, maintenance, and repair of pipelines. Topics include common pipeline defects, rehabilitation methods, trenchless repair technologies, leak detection, corrosion prevention, and case studies demonstrating successful maintenance and repair strategies for both flexible and rigid pipe systems.

School B – Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD):

    • 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM: The School covers the planning, design, and construction of large, mid-, and small-size HDD projects from inception to closeout and delivery, considering challenging conditions such as swelling soils and rock. Topics include pipe loads, bore planning, drilling fluids, tracking, tooling, and locating, along with case studies highlighting pitfalls to avoid during construction of HDD projects of all sizes.

School C – Cured-In-Place Pipe (CIPP):

  • 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM: This School will cover an overview of CIPP applications, with focus on different types of resin (polyester, epoxy, and vinyl ester) and different curing methods of water, steam and UV light. Are CIPP emissions harmful to community and residents? This School will provide an answer to this question.

School D – Microtunneling, Direct Pipe and Pilot Tube:

  • 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM:This School will focus on the execution of microtunneling direct pipe and pilot tube projects, covering both small- and large-diameter applications. Topics include equipment selection, guidance and steering systems, slurry handling, ground conditions, pipe jacking techniques, and case studies highlighting challenges and solutions for successful project delivery.
Registration and Credits

The registration fees for these Schools are according to the tables below.

Benefits

By completing each School, you will receive:

  • A discounted copy of Trenchless Technology: Pipeline and Utility Design, Construction, and Renewal, 2nd Edition (Published in 2022).- a $125 value!
  • A wallet-size certification card.
  • Up to 0.8 CEUs and 8 PDHs.
  • A PDF copy of all the presentations.
  • As a bonus, a discounted registration to UIC is also included with each School!

Registration Particulars

Pay with check or credit card (Visa, Master Card, Amex, and Discover). Register early: Registration is limited to first 40 people on a first time, first-serve basis.

On-site (walk-in) registrations are welcome based on space availability only.

Call Nilima at CUIRE (817-272-9177), or email cuire@uta.edu to make sure space is available.

Learn from Experts Program

The Schools will be taught by CUIRE Board Members and Friends who have many years of experience in the area of their teaching.

No-Risk Registration

If you cannot attend the School, you may send a substitute. If for any reason you are not satisfied with the program, let us know at 817-272-9177 or cuire@uta.edu know within one week of the program, and we will set things right with you!

Individuals with Disabilities

Individuals with disabilities requiring assistance should email cuire@uta.edu well in advance of the meeting date. Late requests will be met when possible.

Tax Information

Your educational training may be tax deductible.

NOTE

CUIRE reserves the right to change program, substitute speakers, or modify or cancel a School due to insufficient enrollment. For more information, contact CUIRE at (817) 272-9177, or email cuire@uta.edu or visit https://cuire.uta.edu/cuireschools2026/

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