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CV 470 - Foundation Design

3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
Course Description
The principles of soil mechanics are applied to the design of foundations. Covers the analysis and design of shallow foundations, concrete anchorages, retaining walls, piers and piles. (prereq: CV 370 , AE 3021 )
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
  • Design a spread footing subjected to axial load and moment
  • Design a base plate subjected to axial load and moment
  • Design a retaining wall
  • Explain the design of deep foundations for axial loads
Prerequisites by Topic
  • None 
Course Topics
  • Live load reduction
  • Shallow foundation design
  • Base plate design
  • Anchorage to concrete
  • Retaining wall design
  • Slab on ground design
  • Pavement
  • Deep foundation design
Coordinator
Richard DeVries


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