49118 Applied Geotechnics
6cpRequisite(s): (48330 Soil Behaviour AND (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. See access conditions.
Subject coordinator: Dr Hadi Khabbaz
The purpose of this subject is to provide practical awareness and advanced problem solving techniques to students who wish to widen their analysis and design skills in the field of geotechnical engineering. The subject comprises lectures, design studies, laboratory sessions, detailed design projects and individual technical presentations. The syllabus covers revision of soil mechanics, foundation design, introduction to rock mechanics, geotechnical aspects of pavements, excavation methods and supporting systems, introduction to embankment dams, geotechnical aspects of landfills, tunnelling and laboratory testing techniques and limitations.
Fee information
2009 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $926.50
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.
2009 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,650.00
Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.
Subject EFTSL: 0.125Access conditions
Note: The requisite information presented in this subject description covers only academic requisites. Full details of all enforced rules, covering both academic and admission requisites, are available at Access conditions and My Student Admin.
