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Geotechnical Applications (CVEN90027)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Dual-Delivery (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 2
Dr Samintha Perera
Overview
Availability | Semester 2 - Dual-Delivery |
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AIMS
This is a geotechnical engineering elective subject in which student will be introduced to various geotechnical engineering applications topics, including the design of shallow and deep foundations, common issues in foundation construction, site characterization and rock slope assessment, tunneling and earth dam designs and numerical Modelling in Geotechnics. This practically oriented elective subject builds on the fundamental material learned earlier in ENEN20002 Earth Processes for Engineering and CVEN30010 System Modelling and Design, and fully integrates with the knowledge gained from the two core subjects CVEN90044 Engineering Site Characterisation and CVEN90050 Geotechnical Engineering. This subject is of particular interest to students intending to establish a career in geotechnical engineering; it is also relevant to a range of engineering disciplines in which a good knowledge of geotechnical engineering offers an advantage.
INDICATIVE CONTENT
Shallow foundations - bearing capacity and settlement; Piled foundations - types, function, bearing capacity and settlement; Site characterization – Planning and implementation of a site investigation, Rock slope assessment – Apply the theories of rock slope engineering on actual problems, Tunneling- Site investigation and initiation of a tunneling project, Earth dams – key aspects of earth dams analysis and design; numerical Modelling in Geotechnics – Application of numerical techniques in geotechnical engineering practice
Intended learning outcomes
INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILO)
On completion of this subject the student is expected to:
- Analyze for both the bearing capacity and settlement characteristics of foundations subjected to a variety of loadings
- Planning and implementation of a site investigation
- Apply the theories of rock slope engineering on actual problems
- Appreciate the key aspects of earth dams design and analysis
- Site investigation and initiation of a tunneling project
- Application of numerical techniques in geotechnical engineering practice
Generic skills
- Ability to undertake problem identification, formulation, and solution
- Ability to utilise a systems approach to complex problems and to design and operational performance
- Ability to manage information and documentation
- Understanding environmental responsibilities and the need for sustainable development
- Critical thinking and judgement
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to function effectively as an individual with the capacity to be an effective team member.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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CVEN90050 | Geotechnical Engineering | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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One open book examination. Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) 1 to 6 are addressed in the examination
| End of semester | 70% |
Three assignments (10%, 10%, 10%), each a minimum of 1000 words (maximum of 2000 words) and each requiring 15 to 20 hours of work. ILOs 1 to 4 are addressed in the assignments.
| Throughout the teaching period | 30% |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Samintha Perera Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours Up to 48 hours (Lectures/Tutorials: 44 hours per semester) Total time commitment 200 hours Teaching period 26 July 2021 to 24 October 2021 Last self-enrol date 6 August 2021 Census date 31 August 2021 Last date to withdraw without fail 24 September 2021 Assessment period ends 19 November 2021 Semester 2 contact information
Dr Samintha Perera
Time commitment details
200 hours
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Subject notes
LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS
The subject is based principally on presentations by experienced academic staff and industry practitioners who deliver the subject contents using extensive case studies in their area of expertise. Problem-based learning is a key feature aiming to enrich students’ appreciation of the subject contents and their engineering relevance and practical applications. The subject also allows students to develop their teamwork skills by collaborating on two group assignments.
INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCES
This subject does not require students to purchase any particular prescribed textbooks but learning material is provided online via a series of relevant web links and downloadable documents.
CAREERS / INDUSTRY LINKS
All the presenters including the guest lecturers have extensive industry experience and links, and have specific expertise in the areas in which they are delivering. Practical context and industry relevance are also provided in the problem-based learning exercises and the extensive use of case studies. - Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Doctor of Philosophy - Engineering Course Master of Engineering Structures Course Master of Environmental Engineering Course Ph.D.- Engineering Course Master of Philosophy - Engineering Specialisation (formal) Civil Specialisation (formal) Structural Major Tailored Specialisation Major Tailored Specialisation Major Tailored Specialisation - Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Subject coordinator approval required
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 31 January 2024