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CEM 330 - Soils and Foundations for Construction


Introduction to basic concepts of soils and foundations including compaction, compressibility, settlement, shear strength, and site investigations. Problem soils and solutions. Types and systems of foundations, bearing capacity, sheeting, and braced excavations.

Credits 3
Prerequisites CEM 270 or CEE 370 or ME 302, CEM 250/250L