Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering
( 25 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Soil Mechanics
Overview of soil mechanics, importance, and applications

Module #2
Soil Formation and Composition
Understanding soil formation processes, soil components, and their properties

Module #3
Soil Properties and Classification
Soil texture, structure, and classification systems (USCS, AASHTO, etc.)

Module #4
Soil Mechanics Laboratory Testing
Introduction to laboratory tests for soil index properties, strength, and compressibility

Module #5
Index Properties of Soils
Specific gravity, moisture content, unit weight, and void ratio

Module #6
Shear Strength of Soils
Direct shear test, triaxial test, and shear strength parameters

Module #7
Compressibility of Soils
One-dimensional consolidation, settlement, and compressibility parameters

Module #8
Permeability and Seepage in Soils
Permeability coefficients, Darcys law, and seepage analysis

Module #9
Stress and Strain in Soils
Stress distribution, strain, and stress-strain relationships

Module #10
Soil Consolidation and Settlement
Consolidation theories, settlement calculations, and time-rate of settlement

Module #11
Lateral Earth Pressure and Retaining Walls
Lateral earth pressure, at-rest, active, and passive pressures, and retaining wall design

Module #12
Foundation Types and Selection
Shallow and deep foundations, foundation selection criteria, and site investigation

Module #13
Shallow Foundations:Bearing Capacity
Ultimate and safe bearing capacity, bearing capacity equations, and settlement calculations

Module #14
Shallow Foundations:Settlement Analysis
Settlement analysis for shallow foundations, immediate and consolidation settlement

Module #15
Deep Foundations:Piles and Piers
Pile types, pile capacity, and pile design considerations

Module #16
Deep Foundations:Driven and Drilled Shafts
Driven and drilled shafts, shaft capacity, and design considerations

Module #17
Foundation Design for Special Cases
Design considerations for expansive soils, collapsible soils, and seismic loading

Module #18
PILE-AXE and Other Foundation Design Software
Introduction to foundation design software, PILE-AXE, and practical applications

Module #19
Foundation Construction and Inspection
Foundation construction techniques, quality control, and inspection methods

Module #20
Foundation Failure and Remediation
Common causes of foundation failure, failure analysis, and remediation techniques

Module #21
Soil Improvement Techniques
Soil stabilization, soil reinforcement, and other soil improvement methods

Module #22
Geotechnical Risk and Uncertainty
Risk assessment, probability, and uncertainty in geotechnical engineering

Module #23
Case Studies in Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering
Real-life case studies and applications of soil mechanics and foundation engineering principles

Module #24
Current Trends and Advances in Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering
Recent developments, research, and innovations in soil mechanics and foundation engineering

Module #25
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering career

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Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering ( 25 Modules )

Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering
( 25 Modules )