Course Details in 2021/22 Session

Module Title	LM Engineering Earthworks
School	School of Engineering
Department	Civil Engineering
Module Code	04 28853
Module Lead	Dr Alexander Royal
Level	Masters Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 1
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Restrictions	None
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Description	This modules covers the following: (1) Construction of earthworks, including compaction of placed fill and quality control used to ensure desired outcomes are realised (2) Constructing earthworks using different materials (for examples materials like mudstones and chalks, or other marginal materials) (3) Ground Improvements techniques, for example: applications and injection of grout; soil stabilisation using lime, cement, other chemicals; use of reinforcements in soils (e.g. fibres,); use of soil nails, and dealing with contaminated land. (4) Develop understanding of soil behavior by undertaking laboratory based exercise..
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Describe, explain and evaluate the role of compaction in engineering earthworks and, demonstrate and explain how to ensure desired parameters are achieved Critically evaluate the implications different soil materials will have upon the construction of earthworks due variations in geotechnical parameters Recognise, identify, define, compare and contrast critically ground improvement techniques (both mechanical and environmental) Demonstrate and recognise how the properties of soils can be determined within the laboratory
Assessment	28853-06 : Coursework : Coursework (100%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Main assessments: 100% open book coursework (final day of the module), details of assessment still being formulated. Supplementary: 100% open book coursework (MSc supplementary period, September)
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