CIV2241

Introductory geoengineering

(ENG)

K McKenry and J Kodikara

4 points + 13 lectures, 26 hours of tutorial/workshop classes + First semester + Clayton

Synopsis: All aspects of geoengineering are considered at an elementary level, as well as basic engineering geology, formation and weathering processes, sedimentary, igneous and metamorphic rocks, the geotechnical spectrum - soil, rock, weathering, deposition cycle, basic soil and rock properties, void ratio, water content etc, and the two phase model. All materials are assumed to be granular and frictional. The influence of water is ignored. The subject includes the analysis and design of slopes, shallow and deep foundations, retaining walls. Effective stresses only are used. Environmental geoengineering.

Assessment: Examination (3 hours): 50% + Practical/project work: 50%