Homework no.

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1st Semester 2015-2016
A.A. Acacio
Adrian Aurel E. Servillon
2015-90507
CE-260 Soil and Rock Testing

Geotechnical Evaluation

 Building Design Concept Definition -Determine the basic information and

structural requirements of the proposed structures thru coordination with the
assigned architect/structural engineer.

 Preliminary Site Survey/Characterization- in this process the geotechnical

engineer should evaluate the actual field condition, and location of the proposed
project.

 Sources of Pre-existing Data-gather historical knowledge and Information of

general site conditions, availability of previous soil investigation data on adjacent
structures and performance of existing buildings.

 Test Hole and Sampling- identify the availability of proper drilling equipment,
methods of drilling, and the no. of test hole, depth and corresponding locations of
the drilling.

 Laboratory Testing-determine the different engineering parameter requirements,

kind/types of engineering test, no. of test and generate the test result data for the
proper evaluation and recommendation.

 Data analysis /Evaluation and Recommendation- this process involves the

technical evaluation and interpretation of the laboratory test result in order to
produce reliable and accurate recommendations.
 Flow Chart in the Process of assessing the Geotechnical Investigation

Building Design Concept Field Reconnaissance Survey/Site Visit

 Identify the structural requirements  Legal and physical aspects of access to site.
 Geological & Topographical maps  Determine the construction floor area/ property boundaries.
 Regional seismicity  Availability of services, supplies of water and electricity.
 Availability of previous geotechnical studies/  Surface geology
investigation of adjacent structures.  Physical relationship of the proposed construction to the
surroundings.
 Excavations and Impacts on Adjacent Structures/Properties

Test Hole and Sampling

Bore Holes Test Pits

• Drilling method to be a function of ground and
site conditions as well as the availability of
equipment.
• Sampling interval to be no greater than 1.5m
• Down hole in-situ sample recovery.
• Establishment of groundwater levels using
piezometers, installed after completion of
drilling •
• Borehole locations and levels to be established
by survey.
Standard Penetration Test
• No. Of SPT to be conducted per project
location.
• Recovery of samples for testing.
• Definite location and depth of SPT per
project site.
• Determination of N-Values.
• Establishment of groundwater levels and
Groundwater seepage entry levels to be noted
• Collection of bulk or tube samples for
laboratory testing
• Test locations and levels to be established by
survey

Handling of Samples
• Samples to be collected, transported and stored in a proper container to avoid damage for later laboratory testing.
• Ensure the amount of samples and all the aspects of data have been established prior to conduct of laboratory testing.

Laboratory Testing
• Sieve Analysis/Atterbergs Limit
• Specific Gravity/Unit weight
• Compaction Test
• Consolidation Test
• Triaxial Shear Test

Data Analysis and Evaluation

• Technical Evaluation/ Tabulation and analysis of Laboratory Test results.

Investigation, Conclusion and Recommendation

• Sub-surface profile(s) in graphic form (geotechnical profile of model), showing the disposition of the various sub-surface
formations.
• Geologic analysis in each area.
• recommended
 Outline of Geotechnical Report

I. Introduction

II. Objective

III. Extent of Investigation

A. Site Geologic Conditions

B. Source of Pre-Existing Data
C. Soil Investigation Methodology
1. Bore Hole
2. SPT
3. Test Pits
D. Laboratory Testing and Tabulations

1. Sieve Analysis/Atterbergs Limit

2. Specific Gravity/Unit weight
3. Compaction Test
4. Consolidation Test
5. Triaxial Shear Test

E. Evaluation of Geotechnical Information

1. Tabulation and Graphical representation
2. Depth to the groundwater Table
3. Sub-Surface Profile

F. Conclusions and Recommendations

1. Classification of the project according to geotechnical complexity

2. Geotechnical Concern
3. Recommended Foundation Scheme

Types of Geologic Analysis

1. Seismic hazard
2. Geologic features
3. Topographic or the general geologic setting of the area at and near the project
4. The geologic conditions related to selection of the site.
5. Surface Drainage and Groundwater
6. Transportation and Site Access(Mobilization/demobilization)
7. Slope Stability and Retaining Walls
8. Settlement