School Of EngineeringFoundations Engineering (PG)Western Sydney University Unit Code: 300520.1
Discipline: GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING
Student Contribution Band: 2
Level: 7
Credit Points: 10
Assumed Knowledge
Graduate of a recognised engineering or industrial design degree or equivalent.
Equivalent Units
300183 - Foundation and Drainage Studies
About this Unit
This unit covers the analysis and design of foundations subjected to general loading. The topics covered include analysis of shallow foundations, settlement on sand and clays, mats, piles, retaining structures, foundation construction practice, slope stability and field investigations.