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CIVIL 725 : Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering

Postgraduate course

Project description

Advanced topics in earthquake effects on geotechnical structures, including: dynamic properties of soils; earthquake-induced ground response; seismic stability of slopes, embankments; earth-retaining structures; soil liquefaction; ground deformations; remediation and mitigation techniques. Design applications and advanced methods of analysis with case history analyses of major earthquakes. An independent research project will be used to solve a challenging geotechnical earthquake engineering problem.

Year 2022

Location New Zealand

Organization University of Auckland

Project aims

Project outcome

By the end of this course, students will be able to: Become familiar with the terminology used in geotechnical earthquake engineering (Capability 1) Understand the fundamental principles and practical methods associated with each topic (Capability 1 and 2) Demonstrate the ability to apply the understanding gained (Capability 1, 2 and 3) Appreciate the assessment, remedial and monitoring techniques in relation to seismic hazards (Capability 3, 4, 5 and 6)