Foundation Engineering: Chapter 1 Geotechnical Investigation Notes 2025 | Study Material
Foundation Engineering Chapter 1 Geotechnical Investigation
FOUNDATION ENGINEERING
Chapter 1: Geotechnical Investigation
8 Hours 8 Marks

Geotechnical Investigation Notes

About this Chapter

This document contains the complete notes for Chapter 1: Geotechnical Investigation. This is a critical initial step in any civil engineering project, ensuring the safety and stability of structures.

In this chapter, students will learn about the stages of site exploration, various methods of soil sampling (disturbed and undisturbed), and essential field tests like SPT (Standard Penetration Test) and CPT (Cone Penetration Test). It also covers geophysical methods and the evaluation of liquefaction potential.

Syllabus: Geotechnical Investigation

1. Geotechnical Investigation
8 hours
8 Marks

1.1 Geotechnical investigation; Objective and scope

1.2 Stages and extent of site exploration

1.3 Methods of site exploration: Accessible, inaccessible and indirect methods

1.4 Soil sampling (Disturbed and undisturbed) and samplers

1.5 Field tests: Standard penetration test (SPT), static cone penetration test (CPT), dynamic cone penetration test (DCPT), pressure meter tests and dilatometer test

1.6 Ground water observation and borehole logs

1.7 Geophysical tests and their application

1.8 Evaluation of liquefaction potential

Lecture Notes (By Sushil Bhandari)
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