Course
Geosynthetics for Ground Improvement
Lecturer:
Dr. Prerana Krishnaraj
Language:
English
Participants:
Students of the Master´s Degree Program in Civil Engineering.
Scheduled for:
Summer semester 2027
Course Outline:
- Fundamentals and types of geosynthetics
- Applications of geosynthetics
- Manufacturing, testing and quality control of geosynthetics
- Soil-geosynthetics interaction
- Design principles for reinforced structures
- Construction methods and failure mechanisms
- Worldwide applications and case studies
- Future developments in geosynthetics
Exercises:
The exercises will take place parallel to the lecture sessions.
Examination:
The performance is evaluated through presentation at the end of the course.
Examination assessment:
Pass/Fail.
Course materials:
Required course material will be provided during the course.