FOUNDATION ENGINEERING

Catalog description

Analysis and design of foundations for engineering structures and the evaluation of subsoil conditions as they affect their behavior, proportions, and choice of type of said foundation. Interpretation of results from different tests available for subsurface exploration and characterization. Identification of major types of shallow and deep foundations. Design of earth retaining structures. Evaluation of the effects of water and layered so il systems on foundation performance. Identification of common soil improvement techniques. Students will develop the quantitative reasoning, technological, communication, innovation and infrastructure design skills required to analyze, design and present projects involving foundations in engineering.