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describe the classification of rock types
describe common rock forming minerals including their mode of formation
describe features of geological maps
explain the structural implications of geological maps in foundation design.
describe soil classification methods
explain soil properties
describe the nature of drained and undrained soil stresses
describe the movement of water through soils
describe methods of site investigation
explain the mechanics of soil friction and cohesion
describe how to determine the shear strength of soils using tests
explain the shear strength of soils.
establish basic engineering properties of soils using either primary or secondary data
determine total stress
calculate stresses.
compare soil compaction and consolidation
explain the basic principles of soil consolidation
describe the nature of lateral pressure which can exist within a soil mass
determine the pressure on retaining walls due to liquid and active earth pressure
calculate factors of safety of retaining walls.
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