Abstract
Understanding the regional geology of a project site is critical in the development and implementation of an accurate and appropriate subsurface investigation program. Additionally, knowledge of basic geologic principles and how they apply to a site allow for the correct interpretation of the results of that program. In this discussion we will talk about the value of learning the geology of project sites before tackling the engineering problems that we are tasked with solving.
Session Number
63
Session Title
Geotechnical Aspects of Transportation Projects
Track Title
Design and Construction
Location
STEW 322
Date of Version
March 2015
Recommended Citation
Paauwe, Jon, "Putting the "Geo" Back in Geotechnical Engineering" (2015). Purdue Road School. 86.
https://docs.lib.purdue.edu/roadschool/2015/presentations/86
Start Date
3-11-2015 12:00 AM
Putting the "Geo" Back in Geotechnical Engineering
STEW 322
Understanding the regional geology of a project site is critical in the development and implementation of an accurate and appropriate subsurface investigation program. Additionally, knowledge of basic geologic principles and how they apply to a site allow for the correct interpretation of the results of that program. In this discussion we will talk about the value of learning the geology of project sites before tackling the engineering problems that we are tasked with solving.
