| Unit name | Geotechnics 3 |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CENG32200 |
| Credit points | 10 |
| Level of study | H/6 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 4 (weeks 1-24) |
| Unit director | Dr. Lings |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
Normally the successful completion of appropriate Level 2 Engineering units |
| Co-requisites |
None |
| School/department | Department of Civil Engineering |
| Faculty | Faculty of Engineering |
This unit covers earth pressures and the behaviour of earth retaining structures, the fundamental principles of bearing capacity calculations and settlement analysis, and the design of both shallow and deep foundations.
