Geothechnical Engineering 2
To develop further knowledge of the principles and practice of geotechnical engineering
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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