Course Syllabus
Topic 1. Geotechnical Investigation
1.1 Introduction to geotechnical investigation (SI)
1.2 Field Testing: SI planning and investigation – boring and sampling
1.3 Interpretation of SI report
Topic 2. Foundation and settlement
2.1 Shallow foundation: Definition and Estimation of Bearing Capacity
2.2 Deep foundation: Definition and Estimation of Bearing Capacity
2.3 Settlement
Topic 3. Slope Stability
3.1 Introduction to slope stability.
3.2 Triggering factors of slope failure.
3.3 Slope stability analysis using Total Stress Method and Effective Stress Method.
Topic 4. Earth Retaining Structure
4.1 Introduction to earth retaining walls
4.2 Lateral earth pressure, forces and moment acting on the wall
4.3 Stability analysis and design (rigid retaining wall)
1.1 Introduction to geotechnical investigation (SI)
1.2 Field Testing: SI planning and investigation – boring and sampling
1.3 Interpretation of SI report
Topic 2. Foundation and settlement
2.1 Shallow foundation: Definition and Estimation of Bearing Capacity
2.2 Deep foundation: Definition and Estimation of Bearing Capacity
2.3 Settlement
Topic 3. Slope Stability
3.1 Introduction to slope stability.
3.2 Triggering factors of slope failure.
3.3 Slope stability analysis using Total Stress Method and Effective Stress Method.
Topic 4. Earth Retaining Structure
4.1 Introduction to earth retaining walls
4.2 Lateral earth pressure, forces and moment acting on the wall
4.3 Stability analysis and design (rigid retaining wall)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1 : What is Geotechnical Engineering
A1 : Geotechnical Engineering is also known as geotechnics, one of the branches of civil engineering concerned with the engineering behavior of earth materials. It is a principles from soil mechanics in geotechnical engineering applications.
A1 : Geotechnical Engineering is also known as geotechnics, one of the branches of civil engineering concerned with the engineering behavior of earth materials. It is a principles from soil mechanics in geotechnical engineering applications.