Course - Geotechnical Engineering - BYGT2001
BYGT2001 - Geotechnical Engineering
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 100/100 | 4 hours | D |
Course content
Description and calculations for soils related to foundations, structures and measures in the ground. An introduction to geological conditions, the formation of loose masses and processes that have changed and still affect the soil. Then focus on geotechnical engineering, with introduction to calculation methods for soil. Stress, stress changes, stiffness parameters, settlements. Water in soil, stability and strength to soil for measures such as building foundations, excavations and road fillings. Groundwater and groundwater flow.
Themes:
- formation of loose masses
- soil properties and soil composition
- stresses and stress changes in soil
- stiffness parameters for soil
- settlements
- water flow in soil
- load carrying capacity
- earth pressure
- stability of slopes and cuts
Learning outcome
Knowledge
The candidate shall have knowledge of
- Formation of soils
- Properties of soil
- Classification and identification of soil
- Stresses, earth pressure, settlements and stability
- Water flow in soil
Skills
The candidate shall be able to
- Identify and assess the characteristics of Norwegian soils
- Calculate stresses and strains in soil.
- Calculate settlements of foundations and terrain due to groundwater changes and/or additional load stresses
- Understand the effect of groundwater flow on the strength of soil and calculate critical gradient
- Identify and assess the stability of a slope
- Calculating earth pressure and power against a wall
- Assess how terrain interventions affect stability and possibly structures/ buildings
- Calculate the size of foundations
General competence
The candidate can
- basic terminology and methodology in geology and geotechnical engineering related to civil engineering
- read maps over superficial deposits and understand that soil types may vary from the surface downwards
- perform simple engineering calculations associated with working in the ground
- understand the importance of when more advanced calculations and assessments must be carried out for a building
- provide and have an overview of the subject area, suitable for simple professional assessments
Learning methods and activities
Digital string: Use of spreadsheet for simulations
Ethic string: Ethical relations concerning sustainability and security
Lecture, guidance and practical work. Mainly focus on guidance and practical work. A sample of prerecorded lectures and practical work will cover most of the contents in this subject. There will be compulsory work including one laboratory work.
Compulsory assignments
- Obligatoriske arbeidskrav -se emnebeskrivelsen
Further on evaluation
Minimum 6 out 8 obligatory assignments need to be delivered and approved, one of which is the laboratory exercise, for a student to be approved for the exam. Re-sit exam in August. In case of a re-sit exam written exam may be changed into oral. Tuition enrollment for the same semester is required for exam enrollment.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Civil Engineering - Engineering (BIBYGG)
Recommended previous knowledge
Mechanics
Course materials
Videos in basic geotechnics (norwegian)
A compendium will be available at the start of the semester
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| BYG3251 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| BYG1381 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| TBYG2001 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| IB204914 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| BYGG2001 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| BYGA2001 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| TBM4240 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2024 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Intermediate course, level II
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2024
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Technological subjects
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Examination
Examination arrangement: School exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD School exam 100/100 D 2024-12-12 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL310 blå sone Sluppenvegen 14 45 SL310 turkis sone Sluppenvegen 14 59 - Summer UTS School exam 100/100 D INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"