ENGR 451 - Geotechnical Engineering

Institution:

The University of Tennessee-Martin

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Description:

Introduction to soil mechanics, shallow foundations and retaining structures. Soil identification and classification, compaction, effective stress, consolidation, shear strength, vertical and lateral stress and slope stability. Standard lab tests. Response of soil to foundation and retaining structure loads, including settlements and stability. Design of shallow foundations and retaining structures. Three lecture hours and one three-hour lab. Prereq: ENGR 220. Coreq: GEOL 121 and ENGR 351.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utm.edu

Phone Number:

(731) 881-7000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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