How to Determine Bearing Capacity: Every Method Compared
Every method engineers use to determine bearing capacity: presumptive AS 2870 values, analytical equations, in-situ and lab tests, settlemen...
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Geotechnical Engineer vs. Engineering Geologist: What's the Difference?
Job ads use "CPEng or CGeol" almost interchangeably, but geotechnical engineers and engineering geologists are different professions with di...
Famous Geotechnical Engineers and Their Contributions
From Coulomb's 1776 earth pressure theory to Seed's work on liquefaction, a look at the engineers whose research still underpins bearing cap...
How to Become a Chartered Geotechnical Engineer in Australia
A practical, step-by-step walkthrough of the CPEng Chartered process for geotechnical engineers: eligibility, choosing an assessment entity,...
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Six disciplines, one library. Reference material written for Australian standards, conditions, and practice.
Structural
- AS 1170 Structural Design Actions (Loads)
- Reinforced Concrete Beam Design
- Timber Structural Design (AS 1720)
- AS 3600 Concrete Structures Design
Geotechnical
- Finite Element Analysis in Geotechnical Engineering
- What Does RL m AHD Mean in a Geotechnical Report?
- Everything You Need to Know About Borehole Logs
- Geotechnical Investigation for Site Classification
Construction
- Formwork Design and Construction
- Scaffolding Systems and Safety
- Construction Quality Assurance (ITPs and Hold Points)
- Site Safety Management (WHS and SWMS)
Transportation
- Road Safety Audits
- Active Transport and Public Transport Infrastructure Design
- Road Geometric Design (Austroads)
- Traffic Impact Assessment