Description
A brief review of the basic geotechnical properties of soils needed for foundation analysis and design.
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Topics such as grain-size distribution, consistency and plasticity of soils, soils permeability, effective stresses, consolidation, shear strength will be presented.
This PDH online course is accepted for credit by all states.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of the geotechnical engineering training the learner will be able to:
- Recall and apply the concepts of soil mechanics by specifying appropriate engineering solutions to soils problems.
- Explain the use and requirements of subsurface explorations in engineering design and construction applications by applying to scenarios and problems.
- Recall and apply ultimate bearing capacity concepts as applied to shallow foundations by correctly applying the calculations and concepts.
- Explain the risks and considerations of shallow foundation settlements by applying the appropriate design considerations.