Description

Site investigation for piling Basic piling methods Design of single piles Design of pile groups Design of piles subjected to lateral loads Special considerations for design and construction of offshore piles Tension leg platforms Load distribution among group piles Retaining walls Problems in pile construction Integrity testing Pile testing Pile dynamics Choice of pile construction method and economics of design.

Program

M.Sc. in Structural Engineering

Objectives

• To illustrate to the student the types of piled foundations and the advantages and limitations in construction and performance for each type.