Core Module Information
Module title: Geotechnical Earthquake and Offshore Engineering

SCQF level: 11:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10

Module code: CTR11134
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:

This module deals with the behaviour of soils and their interaction with structures under cyclic or seismic loading. So far, you have examined the effect of static loading regime upon soils. But earthquakes and other types of dynamic loading (such as vibrations, wind load and ocean waves) create a different condition, where loads are applied at a certain pattern (sinusoidal or random), frequency and time duration. Such a loading regime normally requires a different approach in design. Keeping this in mind, the module is divided in two sections: In the first section we will start by introducing some fundamentals on the dynamic response of discrete systems, wave analysis, soil dynamics and site effects. In the second section of the module, we will review some of the static geotechnical design procedures you should have already met, or at least be capable of mastering, such as bearing capacity of foundations, lateral earth pressures and retaining wall design. We will then proceed to explore the response and the various design considerations under seismic loading for typical engineering structures, such as retaining walls, slopes, pipelines, inshore and offshore piles.

Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Interpret the behaviour of soils under cyclic/dynamic loads.

LO2: Understand soil amplification and topography effects during seismic wave propagation.

LO3: Consider the seismic/dynamic design of shallow foundations and retaining walls/embankments.

LO4: Develop pipeline design under earthquake and dynamic loads.

LO5: Develop offshore foundation designs for varying soil conditions.

LO6: Appraise the principles and philosophy of Eurocode 7 and Eurocode 8 and the need for a professional & ethical approach to geotechnical design.

Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 2, 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 30 10 lecture sessions on geotechnical earthquake engineering and offshore principles with optional revision session. Occasional guest-lectures from industry representatives, subject to availability.
Face To Face Centrally Time Tabled Examination 3 Centrally Time Tabled Examination
Online Guided independent study 167 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 60 1~2~3~4~5~6 Week 9 , WORDS= 5000 words Students submit a report where they get to develop their understanding of the course material, apply design concepts, critically reflect on them and recommend alternative solutions to potential problems.
Centrally Time Tabled Examination 40 1~2~3~4~5~6 Exam Period HOURS= 3 hours Centrally Time Tabled Examination
Component 1 subtotal: 60
Component 2 subtotal: 40
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
CTR11134: Geotechnical Earthquake and Offshore Engineering