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Module 1: Introduction to Geosynthetics
• Overview of Geosynthetics
• Types of Geosynthetics
• Applications of Geosynthetics in Road Construction
• Manufacture of Geosynthetics
Module 2: Strength of Reinforced Soils
• Soil Mechanics and Reinforcement Basics
• Properties of Reinforced Soils
• Testing of Geosynthetics
• Applications in Road Construction
Module 3: Types of Soil Retaining Structures
• Types of Retaining Walls
• Design and Construction Aspects
• Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil (GRS) Walls:
• Design Codes for Reinforced Soil Retaining Walls
Module 4: Stability Analysis of Reinforced Soil Retaining Walls
• External Stability Analysis
• Seismic Loads on Reinforced Soil Walls:
• Internal Stability Analysis
• Testing Requirements for Reinforced Soil Retaining Walls
Module 5: Design of Reinforced Soil Retaining Walls – Simple Geometry
• Basic Geometry of Reinforced Soil Walls: Designing simple reinforced soil walls considering parameters such as wall height, reinforcement length, and backfill properties.
• Design Principles for Reinforced Soil Walls: Detailed step-by-step guide for designing reinforced soil walls with different geometries.
• Use of Geosynthetics in Simple Design Applications: How to incorporate geosynthetic materials such as geogrids into basic wall designs for added stability and performance.
Module 6: Design of Reinforced Soil Retaining Walls – Sloped Backfill Soil
• Challenges of Sloped Backfill Soil: Addressing the complexity of designing reinforced soil walls with sloped or non-horizontal backfill.
• Geosynthetic Reinforcement Design: Optimizing geosynthetic reinforcement layouts for retaining walls with sloped soils.
• Case Studies: Real-world examples of reinforced soil walls built with sloped backfill soils in road construction projects.
Module 7: Design of Reinforced Soil Retaining Walls Supporting a Bridge Abutment
• Design Considerations for Bridge Abutments
• Reinforcement Techniques for Abutment Design
• Design Integration with Pavement Systems:
Module 8: Stability Analysis of Soil Slopes
• Infinite and Finite Slope Analysis
• Reinforced Soil Slopes
• Types of bitumen and their applications in road construction.
Module 9: Stability Analysis of Reinforced Soil Slopes Resting on Soft Foundation Soils
• Challenges of Soft Foundation Soils
• Design Solutions
• Case Study
Module 10: Stability Analysis of Reinforced Soil Slopes Resting on Strong Foundation Soils
• Reinforced Soil Slopes on Strong Foundations:
• Geosynthetic Optimization
• Applications in Road and Pavement Engineering
Module 11: Design of Embankments Supported on Load Transfer Platforms
• Load Transfer Platforms for Embankment Design
• Geosynthetic Reinforced Embankments
• Design Guidelines and Considerations
Module 12: Reinforced Soil for Supporting Shallow Foundations
• Shallow Foundations and Soil Reinforcement
• Design of Reinforced Shallow Foundations
• Application in Road and Pavement Construction
Module 13: Accelerated Consolidation of Soft Clays Using Geosynthetics
• Consolidation Process and Challenges
• Geosynthetic Applications:
• Case Study
Module 14: Drainage and Filtration Applications of Geosynthetics
• Drainage Systems in Road Construction
• Geosynthetics for Drainage
• Filtration Applications
Module 15: Erosion Control Using Geosynthetics
• Introduction to Erosion Control
• Geosynthetics for Erosion Prevention
• Applications and Case Studies
