Computational Geotechnics, 5 op

Core content

• Settlement calculations; Different material models, consolidation, loads in 2D and 3D geometries, time behavior of settlement and pore pressure.
• Stability calculations; limit equilibrium methods, drained and undrained strength, pore pressure in stability analysis, application of safety.
• Retaining wall design; Actions, effects of actions, displacements, earth pressure, material models, wall types.