CE 247 - Earth Retention and Stability

3 units
Design of classic retaining walls using lateral earth pressure theory; Slope stability of earthen embankments, cut slopes and natural slopes; Design of modern earth-retention systems, including soil nails, mechanically-stabilized earth walls, soil anchors, etc.

Prerequisite(s): CE 140 or instructor consent
Grading: Graded

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