- To identify key methods in geotechnical investigation and apply them effectively.
- To evaluate laboratory tests results in geotechnical engineering accurately.
- To interpret data from ground investigation campaigns for informed decision-making.
- To understand various instrumentation techniques for ground monitoring.
- To differentiate between types of laboratory tests and their applications in geotechnics.
- To utilise monitoring tools for effective assessment of ground conditions.
- To apply knowledge of ground characterisation to real-world engineering problems.
UNIT 1. GEOTECHNICAL AND GROUND INVESTIGATION CAMPAIGNS Preliminary Works Design and Planning of Ground Investigation Ground Investigation and Preliminary Research Drilling Techniques [2] and Sampling methods In Situ Testing for Soils and Rock Masses UNIT 2. LABORATORY TESTS IN GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING (I) Identification and State Tests (I) Identification and State Tests (II) Resistance Tests (I) Resistance Tests (II) Interpretation of Triaxial Shear Tests UNIT 3. LABORATORY TESTS IN GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING (II) Deformability Tests Interpretation of Oedometer Tests Compaction and Reuse Tests Rocks Tests (I) Rocks Tests (II) UNIT 4. INSTRUMENTATION AND MONITORING (I&M) Introduction to Instrumentation and Monitoring Instrumentation Equipment I Instrumentation Equipment II Instrumentation Equipment III Real case studies