Study Guide

Objectives (course unit)

The student is able to choose alternatives for establishing a road structure in soft conditions. The student is able to calculate the stability and inclination of the road embankment using a calculation program. The student is able to dimension the most common bottom reinforcement methods, such as mass change, lightening, deep stabilization, preloading structure and geotechnical part of the pile slab. The student is able to compare bottom reinforcement methods with respect to costs. The student knows what ground survey methods are used in soft construction and what information is obtained from different soil research methods. The student is able to interpret the results of the base research in such a way that he / she is able to define a geotechnical calculation model. The student is able to calculate the stability of a pipeline trench and can define methods to improve the stability.

Content (course unit)

Factors affecting the way a road (or infrastructure in general) is built. Theoretical starting points and calculations for stability and slope calculations. The most common base reinforcement methods used in Finland and their sizing. Fundamental research methods and interpretation of their results. Stability of pipeline trenches and safety of trenching. Using the Geocalc calculator.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Is able to independently calculate the calculations according to the example. Knows the most common bottom reinforcement methods and knows the most important design criteria when building a soft top. Knows the most common ground survey methods. Knows the factors affecting the durability of a pipeline trench.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Can apply the dependencies they have learned in calculations. Will be able to independently look at different base amplification options based on the input data provided. Understand the selection criteria for bottom reinforcement methods for stability and subsidence. Can interpret most common ground survey methods. Can calculate the stability of a pipeline trench

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Understands the underlying phenomena of interdependencies and maintains independent retrieval of information and application of calculation methods. Can evaluate bottom tests and can interpret dimensioning parameters from research results. Can apply the literature independently to different design situations.

Assessment scale

0-5