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Geology, geotechnical and ground engineering

Geotechnical engineering is the branch of civil engineering concerned with the engineering behaviour of earth materials.

If you specialise in this field, or simply wish to know more, explore our dedicated resources including case studies, best practice advice and recorded lectures.

Geology, geotchnical and ground engineering resources

Explore the full breadth of our geology and ground engineering resources. From the latest news and blogs to case studies and recorded lectures.

Understanding and predicting blast loading in urban environments
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Recorded lecture

Understanding and predicting blast loading in urban environments

24 April 2024
This evening lecture presents some of the latest findings from ongoing research in blast phenomena at the University of Sheffield. In the lecture, the speakers discuss how small-scale explosive events can be used to predict much larger, and much more damaging, events.
Global and local: how satellites can inform landslide science
Type
Recorded lecture

Global and local: how satellites can inform landslide science

23 April 2024
Robert Emberson, researcher at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, will present on the ways in which we can use satellite data to understand landslides, and how that knowledge can be applied to inform disaster response and resilience.
Groundwater lowering for construction of the Kilsby Tunnel on the London to Birmingham railway
Type
Recorded lecture

Groundwater lowering for construction of the Kilsby Tunnel on the London to Birmingham railway

18 April 2024
The lecture reviews the construction of the Kilsby Tunnel built in the 1830s under the direction of Robert Stephenson, which faced the problem of driving through 400m of quicksand. The lecture will discuss route selection, geology, pumping and construction methods.
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NEC4: ECC Supervisor Accreditation

Running over two days and using a mix of learning material including case studies and scenario planning, this programme is designed to equip delegates with the skills necessary to be able to fulfil the role of a Supervisor using the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC).

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Introduction to Ground Modelling

GroundModels presents a series of exercises using typical site data to which further data can be added by purchasing virtual boreholes, to answer practical problems about the ground on site.

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