CVE20004 · Swinburne University of Technology
Geomechanics
- Credit points
- 12.5
- Level
- 2
- Workload
- ≈ 13 h / week
- Faculty
- Engineering
What it covers
This unit of study aims to introduce students to basic geology, geological principles, engineering properties of soils and their importance to Civil Engineering projects. Students should be able to identify soil and rock specimens, construct simple geological cross sections, carry out a basic site investigation, and determine various strength and compressibility parameters of soils.
Assessment
| Task | Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Individual | 5% |
| Examination | Individual | 60% |
| Laboratory Practicals | Individual | 25% |
| Online Quizzes | Individual | 10% |
When and where
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | Hawthorn | On campus |