FOUNDATION DESIGN

Course Description

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FOUNDATION DESIGN

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Course outcomes

1. 01 1. Plan and conduct soil exploration, and interpret the results
2. 02 2. Evaluate the possible geotechnical hazards
3. 03 3. Decide on the type and design foundations based on soil and site characteristics "
4. 04 4. Design retaining walls "
5. 05 SOLO AVERAGE = [(4+3+3)/3 + 5+(2+5)/2 + 5]/4= 4.2

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Joseph Bowles, Foundation Analysis and Design, 4/e. McGraw-Hill, 1988
2. 02 Braja Das, Principles of Foundation Engineering, Thomson-Engineering; 7th Edition, 2011
3. 03 Donald Coduto, Foundation Design: Principles and Practices, 3rd Edition, 2015; Prentice-HallISBN: 978-0-13-341189-8
4. 04 John Cernica, Foundation Design, Wiley, 1994

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 1. Plan and conduct soil exploration, and interpret the results
2. L02 2. Evaluate the possible geotechnical hazards
3. L03 3. Decide on the type and design foundations based on soil and site characteristics "
4. L04 4. Design retaining walls "
5. L05 SOLO AVERAGE = [(4+3+3)/3 + 5+(2+5)/2 + 5]/4= 4.2

Program Outcomes

1. 1. Analyzes, compares, and synthesizes advanced theoretical and applied knowledge in subfields of civil engineering.
2. 2. Identifies a problem in the field, formulates a research question, collects and analyzes data, and draws conclusions using scientific methods.
3. 3. Develops innovative solutions by applying modeling, analysis, and interpretation skills to complex engineering problems.
4. 4. Designs new systems, processes, or materials by considering real-world constraints such as economy, environment, sustainability, and safety.
5. 5. Plans laboratory or field studies, collects data, performs statistical analysis, and derives scientific results.
6. 6. Effectively uses modern analysis and design software, information technologies, and measurement tools in civil engineering applications.
7. 7. Recognizes, interprets, and integrates relationships between civil engineering and other engineering or scientific disciplines.
8. 8. Acts in accordance with ethical principles, demonstrates professional responsibility, and evaluates the societal impacts of engineering practices.
9. 9. Communicates research and engineering outcomes clearly and effectively through written, oral, and visual means.
10. 10. Works effectively in intra- and interdisciplinary teams and assumes leadership roles when necessary.
11. 11. Follows, critically evaluates, and continuously improves professional knowledge and skills through lifelong learning.
12. 12. Evaluates the environmental, sustainability, and societal impacts of engineering practices and develops responsible solutions.

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