CVEN 5748 - Design of Earth Embankment Dams

Theory, design, and construction of earth embankments. Use of published data, field exploration, laboratory tests on soils and rock in investigating foundations, and construction materials. Principles of compaction and settlement. Slope stability analysis, landslide, recognition and control, use of benches and beams. Prereq: CVEN 3708, CVEN 4718, and graduate standing or permission of instructor. Semester Hours: 3 to 3