The use of sinkhole models in advanced geotechnical engineering teaching
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Article Title | The use of sinkhole models in advanced geotechnical engineering teaching |
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ERA Journal ID | 210663 |
Article Category | Article |
Authors | Shiau, Jim (Author), Lamb, Brian (Author) and Sams, Mathew (Author) |
Journal Title | International Journal of GEOMATE |
Journal Citation | 10 (20), pp. 1718-1724 |
Number of Pages | 7 |
Year | 2016 |
Publisher | Geomate International Society |
Place of Publication | Japan |
ISSN | 2186-2982 |
2186-2990 | |
Web Address (URL) | http://www.geomatejournal.com/node/350 |
Abstract | This paper demonstrates an approach to integrate geotechnical research into an advanced geotechnical engineering course. It involves the use of a simple 3D small-scale sinkhole model, a 2D numerical model of an idealized sinkhole, and an advanced 3D numerical model. A three-week teaching activity that integrates this material into the course is developed, ranging from the introductory material through to experiment conduction and reporting. By incorporating some advanced topics such as this into the course, it is expected that the students will have an increased awareness and understanding of natural geotechnical phenomena. It is also hoped that the model will help foster further interest in the geotechnical discipline, for either research or practice. |
Keywords | sinkhole; physical model; stability; education; teaching |
ANZSRC Field of Research 2020 | 400502. Civil geotechnical engineering |
410404. Environmental management | |
Public Notes | Files associated with this item cannot be displayed due to copyright restrictions. |
Byline Affiliations | School of Civil Engineering and Surveying |
Institution of Origin | University of Southern Queensland |
https://research.usq.edu.au/item/q4732/the-use-of-sinkhole-models-in-advanced-geotechnical-engineering-teaching
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