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Geotechnical Engineering
Grundbau
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:13:50
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, 8. Auflage, 2006 ( für eingeschriebene Studierende Ermässigung in Poly Buchhandlung))
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 120 minutes
- Aids
- Lang, H.-J.; Huder, J.; Amann, P.; Puzrin, A.M. Bodenmechanik und Grundbau, Springer-Lehrbuch, 8. Auflage, 2006 Handgeschriebene Vorlesungs- und Übungsnotizen. Taschenrechner
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise | Grundbau |
|
4 h weekly |