Foundation EngineeringLaajuus (3 ECTS)

Objective

Students get acquainted with foundation works and are able to design and control the most important foundation structures of buildings. Students also recognises the usual risks of foundation works and know the quality control methods.

Content

Regulations and guidelines. Choosing criterions of foundation types and methods. Soil construction of buildings. Excavations. Drainage of building foundations. Frost insulation. Soil improvement methods.