Geotechnical Modelling and Design (CVEN30010) // Further information

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    LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS

    Over approximately the first half of the semester, lectures in conceptual design and geotechnical engineering will be presented supplementing the basic technical knowledge required to undertake the design project. Worked examples will be provided at various times to illustrate the application of that knowledge. Students will also undertake one laboratory session during this period so that they can get some hands-on experience with seepage in soils. Over the last few weeks of the semester, lectures will focus on the systems approach to solving engineering design problem, with the assistance of optimisation techniques. Students will also be provided with an engineering design project at the beginning of the semester which they need to consistently work throughout the duration of the subject. Details of the design project and all necessary knowledge required, including the use of relevant software, will be provided during related lecture, tutorial and workshop sessions.

    INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCES

    A range of references will be provided to allow students to back up the basic information provided in lectures. This material will include specifically prepared notes on selected topics, PowerPoint presentations, worked design examples, manuals for software tools used in the design project and some online material.


    CAREERS / INDUSTRY LINKS

    The main link with this subject is that students will be able to develop many of the essential skills required for careers in engineering design, including both specific technical skills in geotechnical and hydraulic engineering and transferable skills such as problem solving, modelling, design and communication. The software tools used in the project are widely used in industry.

  • Related Handbook entries

    This subject contributes to the following:

    TypeName
    CourseMaster of Architectural Engineering
    CourseMaster of Civil Engineering
    MajorCivil Engineering Systems
    MajorCivil Engineering Systems
    Specialisation (formal)Structural
    MajorEngineering Systems
    Informal specialisationBachelor of Design Elective Subjects
    Informal specialisationScience Discipline subjects - new generation B-SCI
    Specialisation (formal)Civil
    Specialisation (formal)Civil with Business
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    There are no specifically prescribed texts for this subject. Some reading material will be recommended throughout the semester. Self-research and reading of relevant material is required.

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    Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.

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  • 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: 9 April 2025