CEE 0242 - Advanced Soil Mechanics

Instruction Method In-Person

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

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

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CEE 0242 - 01

Fall Term 2025 (Sept - Dec)

In-Person

Available

Advanced Soil Mechanics

Lecture

W, M

1:30PM to 2:45PM

Sep 03, 2025 to Dec 08, 2025

Schedule and Location

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32.5

Medford/Somerville Campus

In-Person

Graduate Credit credit (3 units)	$5,295.00 or $450.00 deposit	Click here to get more information
Non-Credit: Auditor credit (3 units)	$1,300.00	Click here to get more information

3 credit(s)

Section Notes

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