Modelling of geodynamic processes with the finite element method 1300-WMZGES-GES
An important issue in the work of an engineering geologist is the determination of safety coefficients, also known as stability and certainty coefficients, which require the determination of the ultimate load-bearing capacity of the soil mass. The centuries-old tradition of calculating slope stability based on simplified calculation models supported by basic static is in many situations insufficient. The adopted simplifications may lead to underestimation or overestimation of the desired values. When the state of the calculation model evolves in time, the seek values are not only spatial distributions of the searched parameters, but also their changes in time. In such cases it is justified to use numerical calculation methods.
The aim of the course is to prepare students to solve problems related to surface mass movements with the use of computer modelling of the landslide process.
Type of course
Prerequisites (description)
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Learning outcomes
After completion of the course the student:
- understands the rules of numerical modelling in the field of stress-strain soil work
- understands the complexity of the issue of stability of soil and rock slopes
- has knowledge of actual constitutive models of ground
- is able to use the ZSoil calculation software in the basic modelling of stability in two-dimensional and three-dimensional models
- has the ability to assess the stability of slopes by means of numerical simulation
Assessment criteria
The final grade for the course is given on the basis of the total number of points collected from the reports and the continuous assessment.
The student receives a grade from the course.
Practical placement
Not applicable
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