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CE 47
SOIL MECHANICS II
(First Semester SY 2021-2022)
Vision
A leading Christian institution committed to total human development for the well-being of society and environment.
Mission
1. Infuse into the academic learning the Christian faith anchored on the gospel of Jesus Christ.
2. Provide an environment where Christian fellowship and relationship can be nurtured and promoted.
3. Provide opportunities for growth and excellence in every dimension of the University life in order to strengthen character,
competence and faith.
4. Instill in all members of the University community an enlightened social consciousness and a deep sense of justice and
compassion.
Goals
Silliman aims to have...
a quality and diverse body of students;
a holistic and responsive educational program with a Christian orientation;
a quality faculty comparable to Asian standards;
a quality support staff;
adequate facilities and administrative systems;
a supportive and involved alumni; and
a long-term financial viability.
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING & DESIGN
S ILLI MAN U N IVER S ITY
Dumaguete City
GOAL
To be the leading engineering education provider committed to the total development of globally competitive engineers.
OBJECTIVES:
1. To achieve global competence in the various fields of engineering;
2. To continually revise and upgrade the curricula in keeping abreast with worldwide technological developments;
3. To provide for the development of the faculty and staff to handle better all the demands associated with the academic
programs;
4. To provide new academic programs with options to respond to the needs of the industry, government, community and
environment;
5. To upgrade the laboratories and expand physical resources to permit increased access to appropriate engineering hardware and
create opportunities for “hands-on” experiential learning;
6. To develop a sense of commitment for service to the community through applied research, extension, consultancies, seminars
and workshops;
8. To provide opportunities for leadership training to students through co-curricular activities in preparation for their jobs; and
9. To identify source of funds for financial assistance to deserving students through scholarships.
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING & DESIGN
S ILLI MAN U N IVER S ITY
Dumaguete City
A graduate of the Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE) program must attain:
A. Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, physical life, and information sciences, and engineering sciences appropriate to
the field of practice.
B. Ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
C. Ability to design system, component, or process to meet desired needs within identified constraints.
D. Ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams.
E. Ability to recognize, formulates, and solves engineering problems.
F. Recognition of professional, social, and ethical responsibility.
G. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing using English language.
H. Understanding of the effects of engineering solutions in comprehensive context.
I. Ability to engage in life-long learning and an understanding of the need to keep current of the developments in the specific
field of practice.
J. Knowledge of contemporary issues.
K. Ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.
COURSE CODE : CE 47
CREDIT UNITS: 3
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The introductory part of this course deals with the some fundamentals of geotechnical engineering that
includes seepage, stresses of soils, compressibility of soil, shear strength of soils, tri-axial tests of soils, settlement, lateral earth
pressure, and soil bearing capacity.
LEARNING OUTCOMES (LO): (Description of knowledge and skills the students are expected to demonstrate.
PO-A: Apply knowledge of mathematics and LO1: Understand the principles of Laplace’s equation of continuity
science to solve complex engineering and its application in solving problems related to seepage calculation.
problems
LO2: Understand the nature of the distribution of stress (in-situ
PO-B: Design and conduct experiment as well stresses) along a given cross section of the soil profile.
Creative as to analyze and interpret data.
and
PO-C: Design a system or process to meet LO3: Discuss the principles of estimation of vertical stress increase in
Critical Thinking desired needs within realistic constraints in soil caused by various types of loading, based on the theory of
accordance with standards; elasticity.
LO7: Calculate the magnitude of the lateral earth pressure that can be
produced on soil using the Rankine and Coulomb’s theories.
COURSE OUTCOMES (CO): At the end of the course, the students are expected:
CO1: Apply basic mathematics, science and engineering principles to solve engineering problems.
CO2: Understand the principles of soil compressibility as applied to different types of soil.
CO3: Deal with the estimation of compressibility and settlement properties of soils for shallow foundation footings design.
CO4: Be familiar with soil mechanics tests and determine which test is needed in designing civil engineering projects and/or
solving engineering problems.
CO5: Demonstrate the ability to work in groups
LEARNING PLAN
Resources are
uploaded/presented in
the virtual classroom
- Consolidation
settlement due to
stresses caused by
footing.
Week 11-Week 12
5. Shear Strength of
Soils:
1. Direct shear test
(normally consolidated
overconsolidated
clays).
2. Triaxial Tests of Soil
. -Consolidated-drained
test (CD).
-Consolidated-
undrained (CU)-
Triaxial Test (normally
consolidated and
overconsolidated
clays)
-Unconsolidated-
undrained (UU)
Triaxial Test (normally Seatwork No.6 Lecture
consolidated and Group
overconsolidated Quiz No.6 Discussion
clays)
Week 13-Week 14
6. Lateral Earth Pressure:
1. At rest Lateral
Pressure
- Partially submerge
Soil
2. Rankine ‘s Theory
of:
-Active Pressure
- Passive Pressure
3. Diagram for Lateral
Earth Pressure
Distribution Against
Retaining Wall
Backfills
4. Coulomb’s theory of
-Active Pressure
- Passive Pressure
Weel 15-16
7. Soil Bearing Capacity
For Shallow
Foundation
1. Ultimate Soil
Bearing Capacity For
Shallow Foundation
2.Terzaghi’s Ultimate
Bearing Capacity Eqn
3. Effects of
Groundwater Table
4.Factor of Safety
5. General Bearing
Capacity Equation
Week 17
Final Examination
Assessment: Written Examination
GRADING SYSTEM:
Lecture
Quiz Average - 35%
Midterm Exam - 20%
Final Exam - 25%
Laboratory - 20%
Total: 100%
University Mission
1. Infuse into the academic learning the Christian faith anchored on the gospel of Jesus Christ.
2. Provide an environment where Christian fellowship and relationship can be nurtured and promoted.
3. Provide opportunities for growth and excellence in every dimension of the University life in order to strengthen character,
competence and faith.
4. Instill in all members of the University community an enlightened social consciousness and a deep sense of justice and
compassion.
5. Promote unity among peoples and contribute to national development.
Program Outcomes
COURSE OUTCOMES a b c d e f g h i j k l m
CO1: Apply basic mathematics, science and engineering principles to solve / / / / / / / / / / / / /
engineering problems.
CO2: Understand the principles of soil compressibility as applied to different / / / / / / / / / / / / /
types of soil.
CO3: Deal with the estimation of compressibility and settlement properties of / / / / / / / / / / / / /
soils for shallow foundation footings design.
CO4: Be familiar with soil mechanics tests and determine which test is needed / / / / / / / / / / / / /
in designing civil engineering projects and/or solving engineering
problems.
CO5: Demonstrate the ability to work in groups / / / / / / / / / / / / /
REFERENCES: ( List of books and other references in APA style).
Textbooks
1. Das, Braja M. Principles of Geotechnical Engineering, 2009. 7th Edition USA Cengage Learning
Suggested References
A. Das, Braja M.. Fundamentals of Geotechnical Engineering 2005. 2nd Ed .Nelson, Thomson Canada Limited.
B. Mc Carthy, David F. 2001. Essentials of Soil Mechanics and Foundations: Basic Geotechnics, 6th Edition. New Jersey, USA :
Prentice Hall.
C. Liu, Cheng. 2000. Soils and Foundations. New York, USA : John Wiley & Sons.
D. Liu, Cheng. 2000. Soil Properties Testing Measurement and Evaluation, 4th Edition. New Jersey, USA : Prentice Hall.
E. Budhu, Muni. 2000. Soil Mechanics and Foundations. New York, USA : John Wiley & Sons
F. Bowles, Joseph. 1995. Foundation Analysis and Design,, 5th Edition., USA.
G. Cernica, John N. 1995. Soil Mechanics. USA:John Wiley and Sons, Inc.
H. Terzaghi, Karl et. al. 1995. Soil Mechanics For Engineering Practice. John Wiley and Sons, Inc.
I. Sowers, George F., Sowers, George B. 1979. Introductory Soil Mechanics and Foundation. Macmillan, New York.
ONLINE RESOURCES: (List of websites and electronic media resources where the course content can also be found).
CLASS POLICIES: