Print this page An Introduction to Bearing Capacity Analysis
J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A., Fellow ASCE, Fellow AEI
Course Outline
1. Bearing capacity of soils
2. Shear strength parameters
3. Methods of analysis
4. Tension forces
5. Bearing capacity of rock
This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.
Learning Objective
Upon completion of this course you will:
- Learn about the shear strength parameters involved in bearing capacity analysis;
- Learn the different bearing capacity analysis techniques to use for cohesive and cohesionless soils;
- Learn how to address groundwater in analysis of soils for load bearing capacity;
- Learn how to determine the ultimate bearing capacity of soils and rock for all combinations of simultaneous loads; and
- Learn methods of analysis for deep foundations in stratified soils.
Intended Audience
This course is intended for civil engineers, structural engineers, geotechnical engineers, geologists and other design and construction professionals wanting an introduction to methods for analysis of soils and rock to determine load bearing capacity.
Benefit for Attendee
This course will give engineers and others an introduction to shear strength parameters, tension forces and methods of analysis to determine load bearing capacity of soils and rock.
Course Introduction
This is an introduction to analytical methods for analysis of soils and rock to determine load bearing capacity.
About Course Author
Paul Guyer is a registered mechanical engineer, civil engineer, fire protection engineer and architect with over 35 years experience in the design of buildings and related infrastructure. For an additional 9 years he was a senior-level advisor to the California Legislature on infrastructure and capital outlay issues. He has designed and supervised the design of hundreds of construction projects requiring the preparation of detailed working drawings and specifications for federal, state and local public agencies and private companies. He is a graduate of Stanford University and has held numerous national, state and local positions with the American Society of Civil Engineers and National Society of Professional Engineers.
Course Content
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An Introduction to Bearing Capacity Analysis
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Course Summary
This course will give you an introduction to methods for analysis of soil and rock load bearing capacity.
Quiz
Once you finish studying the above course content, you need to take a quiz to obtain the PDH credits.
DISCLAIMER: The materials contained in the online course are not intended as a representation or warranty on the part of PDH Center or any other person/organization named herein. The materials are for general information only. They are not a substitute for competent professional advice. Application of this information to a specific project should be reviewed by a registered architect and/or professional engineer/surveyor. Anyone making use of the information set forth herein does so at their own risk and assumes any and all resulting liability arising therefrom.
