For the first design project, you need to conduct a quick research on the following topics:
- A brief history of design of earth-retaining structures
- Types of earth-retaining structures
- Analysis and design methods (ASD and LRFD) in soil engineering
- Design issues and considerations
- Selection of the type and factors affecting the design
- Analysis and design of support structure (pile, grade beam etc.)
- Essential input data
- Development of design documents
You may add to these topics depending on your opinion. I expect that you add at least one topic. Project-1 should include a brief explanation about each of the above issues. It may be 1500 to 5000 words. I would like to have your feedback about the Project-1. A possible format for the project will be
- Cover page,
- Introduction
- Content sections (1, 2, 3 ... )
- Conclusion
- References
Academic requirements:
- Your work must be submitted as writing (Total :2000 words)
- Student declaration must be completed.
- The entire assignment brief and completed.
- All work must be referenced using the APA method.
- Provide a reference list