2026 Breakthroughs in Tunneling Short Course Set for Sept. 22-24 in Arizona

The 2026 Breakthroughs in Tunneling Short Course will take place Sept. 22-24, 2026, at SkySong, the ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center in Arizona. This comprehensive three-day course, founded in 2008, is designed to provide participants with a deep understanding of tunneling fundamentals, current technologies, and real-world applications across the full project lifecycle—from planning and design to construction and management.

Who Should Attend:

• Engineers- geotechnical, structural, civil
• Contractors & construction managers
• Owners & project managers
• Consultants & designers
• Anyone involved in underground infrastructure projects

What Knowledge You’ll Walk Away With:

• Practical strategies to manage geotechnical risk and avoid costly delays
• A clear understanding of TBM selection and ground conditions
• Real-world lessons from complex tunneling projects
• Tools to improve project planning, execution, and cost control
• Insights into emerging technologies and future industry trends

Ideally situated in beautiful Scottsdale, Arizona, SkySong is just minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and features state-of-the-art meeting facilities. Don’t miss early bird registration — available through Aug. 28, 2026