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CA6694 - Geomechanics

Offering Academic Unit
Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering
Credit Units
3
Course Duration
One semester
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Course Offering Term*:
Semester A 2022/23

* The offering term is subject to change without prior notice
 
Course Aims

The course introduces concepts and theories in geomechanics (soil and rock mechanics) and geotechnics. Analytical and empirical methods will also be introduced to solve geotechnical design problems. The course aims to foster a curiosity and an aptitude towards independent discovery about geotechnical structures and the behaviour of soils.

Assessment (Indicative only, please check the detailed course information)

Continuous Assessment: 50%
Examination: 50%
Examination Duration: 3 hours
 
Detailed Course Information

CA6694.pdf

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