1. Branch of Civil Engineering that applies
the principles of soil mechanics, surface
rock
mechanics, and groundwater conditions to
the design of foundations, retaining
structures, earth structures, and
environmental containment systems.
3. Geological Engineers use the principles of the
earth
sciences and geotechnical engineering in the
solution
of problems involving soil, rock and groundwater,
and to design structures in and below the
ground.
Often work with other interdisciplinary
professionals
such as geologists, civil engineers, mining
engineers,
and environmental scientists.
4. Major projects involve site selection,
natural geologic hazards, foundation
engineering, and groundwater exploration
6. Siting Dams and
Reservoirs
Foundation Design
– Buildings
– Power Plants
– Highway Structures
– Water/Wastewater Plants
Nature and Extent of
Contamination
7. Shallow Foundations
– Spread Footings for Buildings
– Ring Walls for Tanks
– Mat Foundations
Deep Foundations
– Piles (Pipe, Timber, H-pile)
– Caissons/Drilled Piers
Foundations for
– Power Plants
– Bridges
– Buildings
13. Investigate the site to determine prior
land use and potential on-site and offsite
impacts.
If impacts exist, determine the
contaminants, extent in all media
(soil, groundwater, sediment, surface
water, etc.) and associated risks to
human health and the environment.