Apr 23, 2024  
2013-14 Undergraduate Academic Catalog 
    
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CV 370 - Geotechnical Engineering

3 lecture hours 2 lab hours 4 credits
Introduction to the fundamental principles of soil mechanics. Topics include elementary massvolume relations for soils, soil types and classifications, soil compaction, geostatic stress distributions, shear strength under drained and undrained conditions, bearing capacity, settlement, and consolidation. The laboratory will cover test methods and interpretation of laboratory results for the determination of physical, mechanical, and hydraulic properties of soil. (prereq: AE 1231 , AE 2011 )



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