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Course Description

Soil composition, index properties, classification. Mohr circles and stress paths. Consolidation behavior; consolidation theory including radial and 3-D solutions; secondary compression. Shear strength of soils; effects of soil composition, stress history, drainage conditions, and rate of loading. Recommendation: CEE 42 or equivalent

Students enrolling for audit can opt to participate 100% remotely.

Basic Enrollment Requirements: Unofficial Transcript – Bachelor’s Degree or progress towards a Bachelor’s Degree + 3.0 GPA. 

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Remission Eligible: Yes; all university policies apply. 

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Section Title
Advanced Soil Mechanics
Type
Lecture
Days
W, M
Time
1:30PM to 2:45PM
Dates
Sep 03, 2025 to Dec 08, 2025
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
32.5
Location
  • Medford/Somerville Campus
Instruction Method
Hybrid (On-Campus and Online)  
Course Fee(s)
Graduate Credit credit (3 units) $5,397.00 Click here to get more information
Non-Credit: Auditor credit (3 units) $1,300.00 Click here to get more information
Available for Credit
3 credit(s)
Section Notes

Hybrid: This is a hybrid course in which learners can participate exclusively online or in person depending on their enrollment type. Auditors may participate exclusively virtually in this course, as lectures will be recorded and available to auditors. Students enrolling for credit must participate in person, as exams are in person only. For more information about course policies and expectations, please visit https://universitycollege.tufts.edu/policies#University-Policies

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