Geothechnical Engineering 2

To develop further knowledge of the principles and practice of geotechnical engineering

Information
Course Code	MG6012
Level	6
Credits	15

Description

The learning outcomes for this course are:

Examine the occurrence and flow of water through soils and discuss the impact soil water has in engineering practice

Determine and evaluate the shear strength parameters of soils

Determine the earth pressure on, and analyse the stability of, earth retaining structures

Analyse the stability of earth slopes

Determine the bearing capacity of shallow and deep foundations

Understand the process of consolidation and estimate consolidation settlement

Describe the causes of liquefaction and how these can be controlled to reduce the effects of liquefaction