Credits: 2 (2-0-0)
Prerequisites: CVL321
Description
Slope Stability: Short term and long term stabilities; Limit equilibrium methods; Infinite slopes; Finite height slopes - Swedish method, Bishop’s simplified method, Stability charts; Conditions of analysis - steady state, end of construction, sudden draw down conditions; Factor of safety; Codal provisions; Earthquake effects. Seepage Analysis: Types of flow; Laplace equation; Flownet in isotropic, anisotropic and layered media; Entrance-exit conditions; Theoretical solutions; Determination of phreatic line. Earth Dams: Introduction; Factors influencing design; Design of components; Instrumentation. Reinforced Slopes: Steep slopes; Embankments on soft soils; Reinforcement design.
Prerequisite Tree
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CVL432-279[CVL432]
CVL432-279 --> CVL321-279[CVL321]
CVL321-279 --> CVL222-279[CVL222]
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