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Environmental Geotechnics

Structure Type: Study unit
Code: IYTS1202
Type: Optional obligatory / Professional Studies
Curriculum: I-YT 2012
Level: Bachelor of Engineering
Year of Study: 4 (2015-2016)
Credits: 3 cr
Responsible Teacher: Laaja, Martti
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Courses During the Academic Year 2015-2016

Impl.Group(s)Study TimeTeacher(s)LanguageEnrolment
3I-YT-3N2015-10-26 – 2016-02-27Tom LipkinFinnish2015-10-19 – 2015-10-30

Learning Outcomes

To understand the significance of soil protection and development of information acquisition and appliance of information in regard with contaminated soil and industrial by-products.

Student's Workload

Total work load of the course: 81 h
- of which scheduled studies: 42 h
- of which autonomous studies: 39h

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

Geotechnics and Foundations.

Contents

Most usual substances contaminating soil and ground water. Surveying and studying contaminated areas. Risk surveys. Phases and methods of remediation projects, related legislation, permits and authorities. Environmental structures meant for the protection of landfill soil and other soils and ground water protection.

Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools

Material named by the teacher , independent information acquisition.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lectures and surveys.

Assessment Criteria

Grade 1: The student knows the contents of the study unit that are relevant in working life.
Grade 3: The student is able to utilise the information and skills learnt during the study unit.
Grade 5: The student is able to utilise and apply the information and skills learnt during the study unit.

Assessment Methods

The grade is based on the exam and surveys completed during the study unit.


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