COURSE OVERVIEW:
Geotechnical engineering plays a crucial role in civil engineering projects by analysing and designing structures in interaction with the underlying soil. As geotechnical professionals, understanding the behaviour of soil-structure interaction is paramount for ensuring the safety, stability, and longevity of infrastructure.
This course includes an exploration of the fundamental principles, advanced techniques, and cutting-edge tools used in geotechnical engineering. In this course, we will delve into the intricacies of soil mechanics, stress distribution, foundation types, earth pressure, slope stability, ground improvement techniques, geotechnical site investigation, instrumentation, and geotechnical design software.
We will start by establishing a strong foundation in soil mechanics fundamentals, including soil classification systems, soil properties, stress and strain principles, and stress distribution in soil masses under static and dynamic loads. You will gain insights into shear strength theories, consolidation and settlement analysis methods, and the selection of appropriate foundation types based on geotechnical considerations.
Earth pressure theories and retaining structures will be explored in detail, along with slope stability analysis, ground improvement techniques, and geotechnical site investigation methods. The importance of geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring in assessing soil behaviour, structural performance, and risk assessment will also be emphasised.
Furthermore, we will delve into the world of geotechnical design software and tools, providing an overview of popular software packages, their applications in geotechnical analysis, design optimisation, and numerical modelling. You will learn how to interpret software outputs, verify results, conduct sensitivity analysis, and leverage technology for efficient and accurate geotechnical design.
By the end of this course, you will have a comprehensive understanding of advanced geotechnical analysis and design principles, enabling you to tackle complex geotechnical engineering challenges with confidence and expertise.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
By the end of this course, you will be able to understand the following topics:
- Definition and Scope of Geotechnical Engineering
- Role of Geotechnical Engineers in Civil Engineering Projects
- Importance of Soil-Structure Interaction in Geotechnical Design
- Soil Mechanics Fundamentals
- Soil Classification Systems
- Soil Properties
- Soil Phase Relationships
- Stress Distribution in Soils
- Principles of Stress and Strain in Soils
- Stress Distribution in Soil Masses under Static and Dynamic Loads
- Influence of Soil Properties, Loading Conditions, and Boundary Conditions on Stress Distribution
- Shear Strength of Soils
- Mohr-Coulomb Failure Criterion
- Factors Affecting Shear Strength
- Shear Strength Testing Methods
- Consolidation and Settlement Analysis
- Consolidation Theory and Terzaghi's One-Dimensional Consolidation Equation
- Settlement Analysis: Immediate Settlement, Primary Consolidation Settlement, Secondary Compression
- Time Rate of Consolidation and Settlement Prediction Methods
- Foundation Types and Design Considerations
- Overview of Shallow Foundations
- Overview of Deep Foundations
- Factors Influencing Foundation Type Selection
- Earth Pressure and Retaining Structures
- Earth Pressure Theories
- Retaining Wall Types
- Stability Analysis of Retaining Structures
- Slope Stability Analysis
- Factors Influencing Slope Stability
- Methods of Slope Stability Analysis
- Mitigation Measures for Slope Stabilisation
- Ground Improvement Techniques
- Overview of Ground Improvement Methods
- Application of Ground Improvement Techniques in Weak or Problematic Soils
- Design Considerations and Limitations of Ground Improvement Methods
- Geotechnical Site Investigation
- Importance of Site Investigation in Geotechnical Engineering
- Geotechnical Exploration Methods
- Soil Sampling Techniques, Laboratory Testing, and Interpretation of Geotechnical Data
- Geotechnical Instrumentation and Monitoring
- Purpose and Benefits of Geotechnical Instrumentation
- Types of Geotechnical Instruments
- Monitoring Techniques for Assessing Soil Behaviour, Structural Performance, and Risk Assessment
- Geotechnical Design Software and Tools
- Overview of Geotechnical Design Software Packages
- Application of Software Tools in Geotechnical Analysis, Design Optimisation, and Numerical Modelling
- Interpretation of Software Outputs, Verification of Results, and Sensitivity Analysis
COURSE DURATION:
The typical duration of this course is approximately 2-3 hours to complete. Your enrolment is Valid for 12 Months. Start anytime and study at your own pace.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
You must have access to a computer or any mobile device with Adobe Acrobat Reader (free PDF Viewer) installed, to complete this course.
COURSE DELIVERY:
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ASSESSMENT:
A simple 10-question true or false quiz with Unlimited Submission Attempts.
CERTIFICATION:
Upon course completion, you will receive a customised digital “Certificate of Completion”.