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CIVL 6540 - Dynamics of Soil and Soil-Foundation Systems

Basics of dynamic response of soil and soil-foundation systems, including applications to earthquake engineering and machine foundations. Systems studies include shallow and deep foundations, buried structures, earth structures, slopes, and earthquake site response.

When Offered: SPRING TERM ANNUALLY

Graded: GRADED

Credit Hours: 3