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Geotechnical Engineering
Grundbau
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:15:39
Abstract
The course explores the fundamental principles of Geomechanics and Geotechnical Engineering, with the following objectives:- Recognition of the basic consequences of the ground construction;- Understanding of the important fundamental concepts of Soil mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering;- Independent analysis of the basic geotechnical problems.
Objective
The course explores the fundamental principles of Geomechanics and Geotechnical Engineering, with the following objectives: - Recognition of the basic consequences of the ground construction; - Understanding of the important fundamental concepts of Soil mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering; - Independent analysis of the basic geotechnical problems.
Content
Overview of stability problems; Bearing capacity of shallow and deep foundations; Soil-foundation interaction; Analysis and design of shallow and deep fondations; Earth pressure on retaining structures; Analysis and design of retaining walls; Excavations: dewatering, analysis and design; Soil improvement; Safety considerations.
Resources
Lecture Notes
ExamplesExercises
Literature
Lang, H.-J.; Huder, J.; Amann, P.; Puzrin, A.M.: Bodenmechanik und Grundbau, Springer-Lehrbuch, 9. Auflage, 2010 ( für eingeschriebene Studierende Ermässigung in Poly Buchhandlung))
Learning Materials (Links)
- Main link
- Allgemeine Informationen
- Literature
- Buch zur Vorlesung: Bodenmechanik und Grundbau, Springer Verlag
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 120 minutes
- Aids
- Alle gedruckten und handgeschriebenen Unterlagen sind erlaubt. Alle Taschenrechner ohne externe Kommunikationsmöglichkeiten sind erlaubt.No limitation on printed reference material and written notes. All calculators having no possibility of external communication are allowed.
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise | Grundbau |
|
4 h weekly |