GEN524
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GEN524 - Fundamentals of Geotechnics
Course ID
015626
Course Description
Principles of hemispherical projections and rock joint surveys; application of stereographic projection in mechanics of discontinuous rock; shear strength of discontinuities; introduction of Block theory application of Block theory to surficial excavations; engineering solutions to problems of soil and rock slope stability. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper on an assigned topic.
Min Units
3
Max Units
3
Repeatable for Credit
No
Grading Basis
GRD - Regular Grades A, B, C, D, E
Career
Graduate
Course Requisites
May be convened with
GEN424
Component
Lecture
Optional Component
No