CEN 5022 - Earth Slopes and Retaining Structures

Credits: 4

An examination of the geotechnical design aspects of earth slopes and retaining structures. Lateral earth pressure theories and slope stability analyses related to excavations and retaining structures. Analysis and design of retaining walls, sheet-pile walls, and braced and unbraced excavations. Case studies and design problems. Four lecture hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing.