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Abstract
The number of employees and the general budget are limited for many municipal governments. As a result, it is necessary to have reliable tools for asset management. Failure to properly manage infrastructure damages personal property and public infrastructure. Often times, warning signs are only detectable using invasive evaluation methods. One of the most applicable yet intimidating tools for noninvasive evaluation is Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR). This research uses a literature review to evaluate GPR, its applications, and existing educational materials for GPR operators. A statewide survey of Georgia agencies revealed significant interest in GPR and the challenges associated with the technology. A curriculum based on the experiences and needs of agencies was created to educate Georgia municipalities on how to access GPR. Case studies evaluated the curriculum’s feasibility, functionality, and success. Ultimately, this work is to further the implementation of GPR by local governments regardless of their size and resources.