Study Guide

Objective

The student:
- understands the importance of geotechnology in all construction work
- is aware of how the substructure is made and how it behaves when the foundation is laid
- understands the importance of making a geotechnical survey in order to be able to choose a sustainable, environmentally sound and economical foundation laying method.

Content

- Building geology, soil and bedrock, soils, structure of the material, deformation and shear strength
- Basic research methods
- Basic methods
- Ramp, frost insulation, radon and drainage
The student first forms an overall picture of how the subsurface is constructed and how it can be explored by probing, soil sampling and determining the groundwater level in the field and index properties in the laboratory. Subsequently, the students deepen themselves in basic methods and how the subsoil behaves when expanding for selection and design of foundation alternatives.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a satisfactory level.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at a good level

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Students fulfill the objectives of the course, and in the relevant realization compulsory parts, at an excellent level

Qualifications

No previous knowledge required