Module code: CSE7009-B
Near surface soil layers that are characterized by the inclusion of soft soils and/or high groundwater which may pose serious problems to sustainable and resilient development of cities if care is not undertaken. An advanced knowledge is required to ensure safe ground conditions, to develop creative, and cost- effective and environmentally friendly design geotechnical solutions, to reduce the carbon footprint of geotechnical structures and to ensure long-term stability of structures. This module aims to extent the application of the fundamental concepts and principles of soil behaviour introduced in Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical and Civil Engineering modules, with particular emphasis on analysis and design of dewatering schemes, soil improvement techniques and temporary ground support systems. Students will develop solutions to advanced geotechnical engineering problems by a process of analysis and validation using specialist software where appropriate. Download the PDF for CSE7009-B_2024_5.pdf