Course - Geotechnical Engineering - BYGG2001
BYGG2001 - Geotechnical Engineering
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 100/100 | 4 hours | D |
Course content
Description and calculations for soils related to foundations, structures and measures in the ground. An introduction to geological conditions, the formation of loose masses and processes that have changed and still affect the soil. Then focus on geotechnical engineering, with introduction to calculation methods for soil. Stress, stress changes, stiffness parameters, settlements. Water in soil, stability and strength to soil for measures such as building foundations, excavations and road fillings. Groundwater and groundwater flow.
Themes:
- formation of loose masses
- soil properties and soil composition
- stresses and stress changes in soil
- stiffness parameters for soil
- settlements
- water flow in soil
- load carrying capacity
- earth pressure
- stability of slopes and cuts
Learning outcome
Knowledge
The candidate shall have knowledge of
- Formation of soils
- Properties of soil
- Classification and identification of soil
- Stresses, earth pressure, settlements and stability
- Water flow in soil
Skills
The candidate shall be able to
- Identify and assess the characteristics of Norwegian soils
- Calculate stresses and strains in soil.
- Calculate settlements of foundations and terrain due to groundwater changes and/or additional load stresses
- understand the effect of ground water flow on the strength of soil and calculate critical gradient
- Identify and assess the stability of a slope
- Calculating earth pressure and power against a wall
- Assess how terrain interventions affect stability and possibly structures/ buildings
- Calculate the size of foundations
- Know different piles and applications
General competence
The candidate can
- basic terminology and methodology in geology and geotechnical engineering related to civil engineering
- read maps over superficial deposits and understand that soil types vary from the surface downwards
- perform simple engineering calculations associated with working in the ground
- understand the importance of when more advanced calculations and assessments must be carried out for a building
- provide and have an overview of the subject area, suitable for simple professional assessments
Learning methods and activities
Digital string: Use of spreadsheet for simulations
Ethic string: Ethical relations concerning environment and security
Lecture, guidance and practical work. Mainly focus on guidance and practical work. A sample of prerecorded lectures and practical work will cover most of the contents in this subject. There will be compulsory work including one laboratory work.
For online students:
Guidance is carried out both synchronously using tools such as Collaborate (practice lessons) and asynchronously using forums. There will be a plan for this on the learning platform
There will be work requirements in order to be able to go up to the exam, included laboratory work
Planned time spent for a 7.5 ECTS subject:
- Lecture (videos): 25 hours
- Organized guidance: 25 hours
- Work on mandatory tasks: 60 hours
- Work on your own: 90 hours
TOTAL: 200 hours
Compulsory assignments
- Approved exercises
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Civil Engineering - Engineering (BIBYGG)
Recommended previous knowledge
MEKG1001 Mechanics
Course materials
Videoes Geotechnical engineering
A compendium will be available at the start of the semester
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| BYG3251 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| BYG1381 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| TBYG2001 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| BYGA2001 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| BYGT2001 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2019 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2023
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Gjøvik
- Geotechnical Engineering
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Manufacturing and Civil Engineering
Examination
Examination arrangement: School exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD School exam 100/100 D 2023-12-07 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates M411-Eksamensrom 4.etg Mustad, Inngang A 2 M433-Eksamensrom 4.etg Mustad, Inngang A 60 - Summer UTS School exam 100/100 D INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"