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Geotechnical Engineering (CVEN90050) // Further information

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Further information

  • Texts

    Prescribed texts

    Course notes will be made available in LMS or for purchase from the University Bookroom.

  • Subject notes

    LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS

    The subject is based principally on lectures and tutorials; and the critical reading of prescribed textbooks, lecture notes, and selected papers. Depending on availability of site constructions with works related to the subject objectives, a site visit co-organised by lecturers and experienced industry professionals is also implemented to reinforce some concepts learnt in the classrooms. Laboratory sessions are used to complement the fundamentals of strength (tri-axial) and compressibility (consolidation) testing and analysis.

    INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCES

    Course notes will be made available in LMS or for purchase from the University Bookroom, as well as selected journal articles, references to relevant AS/NZ and/or ASTM standards.

    CAREERS / INDUSTRY LINKS

    Experienced industry professionals and specialist contractors present during site visits and provide background material about the construction sites and projects (acting as case studies). These site visits are undertaken to enhance students understanding of typical geotechnical works, particularly in excavations and earth retaining structures.

  • Related Handbook entries

    This subject contributes to the following:

    TypeName
    CoursePh.D.- Engineering
    CourseDoctor of Philosophy - Engineering
    CourseMaster of Philosophy - Engineering
    CourseMaster of Architectural Engineering
    Specialisation (formal)Civil
    Specialisation (formal)Civil with Business
    Specialisation (formal)Environmental
    Specialisation (formal)Structural
  • 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