CE 462 - Retaining Walls,Slopes,and Earthen Dams

Institution:

Lafayette College

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Description:

This course applies the basic principles of soil mechanics to the analysis and design of structures built primarily from soil or to retain soil. Use of traditional construction methods as well as geotextiles and soil improvement methods are considered. Includes significant use of computers for analysis. 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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