AIMS AND CONTENT

AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

OBJECTIVES: The objective is to illustrate the fundamentals of geotechnical engineering, emphasising practical aspects related to soil classification and hydro-mechanical characterisation of earthworks. The aim of the course is to provide basic knowledge to understand and analyse some of the main applicative problems related to seepage in soils and the design of retaining structures and foundations.

LEARNING OUTCOMES: Classification of soils. Evaluation of initial stress states and their possible evolution over time. Analysis of seepage in two-phase porous media. Strength of soils with a focus on the calculation of the thrust on retaining walls and the bearing capacity of foundations.

TEACHING METHODS

The course consists of theoretical and practical lectures. Working students and students with a certified DSA, disability or other special educational needs are advised to contact the lecturer at the beginning of the course to be informed about teaching and examination methods.

SYLLABUS/CONTENT

• Introduction to geotechnical engineering. General features of soils. Identification and classification of soils.
• Initial soil state and stress history. Principle of effective stresses.
• Water in soils. Permeability and seepage.
• Strength of soils.
• Retaining walls and shallow foundations.

RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY

R. Berardi (2020), Fondamenti di Geotecnica, 4a edizione. Città Studi, De Agostini Scuola.

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

Exam Board

DOMENICO GALLIPOLI (President)

LEONARDO MARIA LALICATA

LESSONS

LESSONS START

https://corsi.unige.it/corsi/11428/studenti-orario

Class schedule

The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

The examination will consist of an oral test.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

The oral examination consists of questions about the course programme. During the oral test, the written solution of a practical problem relating to the course topics may also be required.

Exam schedule