ENS 422 - Geotechnical Engineering

Institution:

Lincoln University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Description:

This course is designed to introduce the basic concepts of geotechnical engineering (soil/rock mechanics and foundation engineering), to solve certain fundamental problems related to consolidation and shear strength. Soil mechanics consists of the study of soil properties and soil behavior, whereas foundation engineering is the design of foundations on soils and rock. Focus of this course will be on geological formations of natural soils, soil sampling, classification, water influence, effective stress estimation, shear strength, and the estimation of settlement. Concepts of earth pressure and slope stability, analysis and design of shallow foundations are covered to familiarize students with relevant terms and soil tests so that they can work effectively with specialists in geotechnical engineering.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Corequisites:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

08/15/2015 - 08/14/2019 

Institution Website:

www.lincoln.edu

Phone Number:

(484) 365-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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