CE 461 - Foundation Engineering

Institution:

Lafayette College

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Description:

This course focuses on the application of the basic principles of soil mechanics to the design of foundations for structures. Shallow footings, mat foundations, and deep foundations will be studied. Includes use of design software for foundations. Soil improvement methods are introduced. Oral presentations and written design reports are required. Lecture. Prerequisite: CE 361 Offered: Spring semester in alternate years Staff

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lafayette.edu/

Phone Number:

(610) 330-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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