CEN 3020 - Geotechnical Engineering

Credits: 4

An introduction to the fundamental principles of geotechnical engineering: the interaction of earth materials with the built environment. Soil composition, classification, compaction, seepage, consolidation, and shear strength. Intensive laboratory exercises familiarize the student with standard laboratory test methods for soil property determination and to reinforce data collection, data analysis, and report writing skills.
Prerequisite(s): C- in GEN 2012 and GEN 3040.
Corequisite(s): CEN 3020L
When Offered: Typically every fall semester