AE 353Soil Mechanics and Foundations
- Units
- 0.50
- Faculty
- Engineering
- Subject
- Architectural Engineering
When it runs
- F24
- W25
- S25
- F25
- W26
- S26
- F26
- W27
- S27
Ran in 2 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.
An introduction to soil mechanics principles including state of stress, ground water flow, consolidation and shear strength. An introduction to design of shallow and deep foundations. Earth pressure theories and design of retaining walls.
Prerequisites
- Complete all of the following
- Students must be in level 3A or higher
- Enrolled in H-Architectural Engineering
Antirequisites
None listed.
Leads to
No course lists it as a requisite.
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