Core Module Information
Module title: Transportation Geotechnics and Geoenvironmental Engineering

SCQF level: 10:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10

Module code: CTR10132
Module leader: Vicky Dimitriadi
School School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment
Subject area group: Built Environment
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added

Description of module content:

The module covers several important topics which relate to the work of a geotechnical engineer. As this is a 4th year module, a more industry-focused approach in geotechnics is adopted. This forms the general aim of the module, which is to make you competent on the design and analysis of different engineering systems, such as retaining structures (gravity, embedded and reinforced earth retaining walls) and slope stability problems. Furthermore, you will get an introduction to geo-environmental engineering topics, ranging from design principles to innovative methods of geo-hazard mitigation and contaminant removal.

Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Analyse and design earth retaining structures.

LO2: Evaluate the stability of slopes.

LO3: Critically reflect on environmental impact of contaminated ground and its remediation.

LO4: Examine and elaborate on the geotechnical aspects and sustainability of waste management and current mining practice.

Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 1, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Vicky Dimitriadi
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 20 10 lecture sessions with optional revision session. Occasional guest-lectures from industry representatives, subject to availability. No separate tutorial provided. All worked examples are incorporated in the lecture sessions.
Online Guided independent study 180 Students use this time to work through the material provided and to develop their coursework.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Report 20 1~2 Week 10 , WORDS= 2000 words The objective of this assessment is to provide evidence of limit state verifications and slope stability for the design of a retaining wall. Students' design should be based on the design option chosen during their formative submission.
Class Test 80 1~2~3~4 Week 12 HOURS= 3 hours Class test organised by the teaching team
Component 1 subtotal: 20
Component 2 subtotal: 80
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
Transportation Geotechnics and Geoenvironmental Engineering