CIVL 410 - Introduction to Geotechnical Applications

Institution:

Manhattan College

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Description:

Application of geomechanics principles to analyzing and designing foundations and slopes (unsupported and supported). Topics covered in detail include: shallow and deep foundations; unsupported-slope stability; lateral earth pressure theory and its application to basement and rigid retaining walls, anchored bulkheads, and braced excavations. Overviews of: construction and constructability; modern alternatives for earth retaining structures. Two two-hour lectures. Fall. Prerequisite: CIVL 309, 310 with a minimum of C grade. Corequisite: CIVL 409. (Cr. 4)

Credits:

2.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.manhattan.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 862-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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