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CEE 443 - Foundation Engineering Design

(3 units)
Field investigations, analysis of footings, mats, piers, and piles and offshore applications. Stress distribution, settlement, time rate of settlement and load capacity. (Major capstone course.)

Prerequisite(s): CEE 442 with a “C” or better; ENGR 301.

Units of Lecture: 3
Major Capstone Course
Offered Every Fall
Student Learning Outcomes (if available):
Upon completion of this course:
1. Students will be able to explain and apply principles of foundation design when evaluating foundations.
2. Students will be able to explain and apply principles of foundation design when evaluating foundations.
3. Students will be able to distinguish among various foundation types and their characteristics.
4. Students will be able to use design manuals and other industry standard guidelines to evaluate foundation designs.
5. Students will be able to use filed and lab testing results as an input to foundation design.
6. Students will be able to select the suitable foundation type depending on the prevailing conditions.


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