49141 Numerical Methods in Geomechanics

Requisite(s): 120 credit points of completed study in C10061 Bachelor of Engineering Diploma in Engineering Practice OR 120 credit points of completed study in C10066 Bachelor of Engineering Science OR 120 credit points of completed study in C10067 Bachelor of Engineering

These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses.

There are also course requisites for this subject. See access conditions.

The objective of this subject is to provide an insight into the potential advantage of numerical analysis over the more traditional approaches and the effective use of the finite element method in geotechnical engineering. This subject is based on the application of numerical methods and constitutive laws to the analysis of boundary value problems in geotechnical engineering. Students review the key parameters in finite element modelling of geotechnical problems. Some of the more widely used constitutive models in geotechnical engineering are presented along with their strengths and weaknesses. The students use a finite element computer program to perform analyses of some geotechnical problems and develop recommendations in relation to a few real-life consulting projects.

Assessment: Assignments, quizzes.

Typical availability

Spring semester, City campus
This subject is offered in even years only; it will next be offered in 2008.