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Geotechnics

Subject
Subject code AAP034
Subject name Geotechnics
Credit points 2 ECTS
Grading method Grade prelim
Curriculum subject
Curriculum 2007 EA
Study year 2
Semester Fall semester
Subject type Mandatory
Subject loads
Lecture 20
General description
Basics of natural and exact sciences: geology, hydrogeology, geodynamic processes, geotechnics and soil mechanics, the relationships between them and human activities, design, construction and exploitation of buildings will be acquired. The overview of Earth structure, the development of earth crust, lito-and hydrosphere. The basics of geological structure of Estonia e.g. base rocks, soil cover. The basics of Estonian geotectonics and geodynamic processes.
Introduction to soil science, soil classification, physical and mechanical properties of soils.
The matter and concept of geotechnics. Tension distribution in the soil. Taking geotechnical conditions into consideration while planning and designing. Soil investigations, laboratory tests and field tests. Foundations, types of foundations in different geotechnical conditions. Soil improvement, usage of geosynthetics and geomaterials in construction. Geotechnical monitoring. Engineering-geological mapping.
General aim
The aim of the course is to provide basic knowledge of geology, hydrogeology, geodynamic processes, geotechnics, soil mechanics, and to show the relationships between them and human activity, design, construction and exploitation of buildings.
Aim
Students will acquire the basics of geology, hydrogeology, geodynamic processes, geotechnics and soil mechanics. They will understand special terminology, be able to find special literature and information, be in on legislative acts, norms and standards.
Form description
Lectures, practical exercises and tasks, independent work, tests, examination (oral).

Literature
1. A.Vilo, Ehitusgeoloogia, Tartu Riiklik Ülikool., 1986.
2. A.Rõõmusoks, H.Viiding, Üldine geoloogia I., Tartu Riiklik Ülikool 1970.
3. A.Rõõmusoks, Eesti aluspõhja geoloogia., Tallinn, Valgus, 1983
4. E.Tseban, Eesti NSV põhjavesi ja selle kasutamine., Tallinn, Valgus, 1975
5. K.Terzhagi, R.B.Peck, G.Mesri, Soil Mechanics in engineering practice., New York, John Wiley & Sons Inc., 1996.
6. ?.?.?????, ???????? ?????? ?????., ??????, ?????, 1987.
7. T.Liblik, A. Smirnova. Ohtlikud eksogeensed geoloogilised protsessid Eesti NSV territooriumil., REI, Tallinn, 1984.llinn, 1984.
Current rounds
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