GEOTECHNICAL DESIGN

CIV3GTD

2020

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

This is the second of two geotechnical engineering subjects. The focus of this subject is to extend the student's understanding of earth mechanical properties and enable them to design various types of geotechnical structures. The topics covered include field investigation of soils, an introduction to lateral earth pressure and design of retaining structures, design of shallow and deep foundations for strength and serviceability, analysis of slope stability. Engineers Australia stage 1 competencies covered in this subject are: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4 and 3.6.

School: Engineering and Mathematical Sciences (Pre 2022)

Credit points: 15

Subject Co-ordinator: Hossam Aboel Naga

Available to Study Abroad/Exchange Students: Yes

Subject year level: Year Level 3 - UG

Exchange Students: No

Available as Elective: No

Learning Activities: N/A

Capstone subject: No

Subject particulars

Subject rules

Prerequisites: CIV3GTA OR CIV3SOM

Co-requisites: N/A

Incompatible subjects: CIV4GTB

Equivalent subjects: N/A

Quota Management Strategy: N/A

Quota-conditions or rules: N/A

Special conditions: N/A

Minimum credit point requirement: N/A

Assumed knowledge: N/A

Learning resources

Principles of Foundation Engineering

Resource Type: Book

Resource Requirement: Prescribed

Author: Das B.

Year: N/A

Edition/Volume: 7th Edn

Publisher: Cenage Learning.

ISBN: N/A

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Other description: N/A

Source location: N/A

Career Ready

Career-focused: No

Work-based learning: No

Self sourced or Uni sourced: N/A

Entire subject or partial subject: N/A

Total hours/days required: N/A

Location of WBL activity (region): N/A

WBL addtional requirements: N/A

Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

Graduate Capabilities

Intended Learning Outcomes

01. Appreciate the role of geotechnical site investigation and field testing and the need to deal with uncertainty, and scope and plan site investigation programs and interpret the field test results. Includes EA stage 1 competencies: 1.1 Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline. 1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline. 1.5 Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.

02. Interpret the laboratory and field data and estimate the parameters required in the design for strength and serviceability of shallow and deep foundations, assessment of stability of slopes, evaluation of lateral earth pressure and check of stability of retaining structures. Includes EA stage 1 competencies: 1.1 Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline. 1.2 Conceptual understanding of the, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline. 1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline. 2.1 Application of established engineering

03. Recognise the behaviour of soils and analyse their interaction with the foundation systems and/or the supported structure(to enable their design. Includes EA stage 1 competencies: 1.1 Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline. 1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline. 1.5 Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.

04. Evaluate design options and provide final design recommendations for varies geotechnical structures based on factors such as sustainability, construction feasibility and cost effectiveness. Includes EA stage 1 competencies: 1.1 Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline. 1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline. 1.5 Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline. 1.6 Understanding the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds for contemporary engineering practice in the specified discipline. 2.3 Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.

05. Participate effectively as a member of the team in the design and analysis of geotechnical structures and apply ethical principles and professional standards when working in a team with peers. Includes EA stage 1 competencies: 3.1 Ethical conduct and professional accountability. 3.2 Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains. 3.3 Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour. 3.4 Professional use and management of information. 3.6 Effective team membership and team leadership.

Bendigo, 2020, Semester 2, Day

Overview

Online enrolment: Yes

Maximum enrolment size: N/A

Enrolment information: N/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Hossam Aboel Naga

Class requirements

LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.00 hour lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.

LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.

WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment element	Comments	Category	Contribution	Hurdle	%	ILO*
Two assignments (equivalent to 600 words)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	10	SILO1, SILO2, SILO3
Two group design projects (equivalent to 750 words)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	30	SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5
Test (equivalent to 400 words)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	10	SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4
One 2-hour examination	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	50	SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4

Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 2, Day