Walter E. Blessey Hall Building 11 Tulane University New Orleans, LA 70118 PH (504) 865-5778 FX (504) 862-8941 Contact E-mail Webmail Tulane Engineering Tulane University Giving to Tulane Chair's Message Take a Tour Helpful Links: Office of Admissions A Guide for Parents and Families Course Catalog (PDF format) About New Orleans Graduate students are responsible for having their course registration forms approved by their advisor. CVEN 601 – Advanced Indeterminate Structures I (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: CVEN 342. This course provides the student with the basic fundamentals necessary to analyze those types of structures which cannot be completely analyzed by the use of the laws of static equilibrium alone. Methods covered are: deflection method, strain energy-Castigliano's Theorems, theorem of three moments, slope deflection, moment distribution, column analogy, etc. The effects of varying moment of inertia, sidesway, varying end conditions, and elastic supports are to be considered for various structures. CVEN 603 – Advanced Reinforced Concrete (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisites: CVEN 342, CVEN 443. Advanced topics in mechanics and behavior of reinforced concrete. Continuous beams, one-way and two-way slabs. Limit analysis and design. Shear friction, deep beams. Introduction to prestressed concrete. Coverage includes both the ultimate-strength and working-strength design methods. Detailed study of the current ACI Building Code is highlighted. CVEN 606 – Prestressed Concrete (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. Mechanics and behavior of prestressed concrete structures. Theory and design of precast pre-tensioned concrete members. Analysis and design of post-tensioned members. Details of precast concrete connections. Continuous beams and frames, slabs, and axially loaded members. Deflections. Precast construction. CVEN 608 – Water Quality Modeling Lecture 3 Prerequisite: Math 224 The equations and assumptions (chemical, physical, biological, and mathematical) underlying water quality models are studied. The students apply the models to a variety of hydrological settings, including lakes, rivers, bays, and estuaries. Loadings of water quality parameters are modeled as steady-state, step functions, and transient loadings. Contaminant fate and transport processes affecting nutrients, bacteria, sediments, and toxicants are studied in the course. CVEN 610 – Environmental Statistics (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: Math 301 or equivalent. This course prepares students for independent study in statistics for the application to their graduate research project. Statistical methods of importance to environmental engineers and scientists are studied. Topics include advanced linear regression, design of experiments, sampling design, and spatial analysis. Applications to actual environmental problems are stressed, and the students are inroduced to the software package SPLUS. CVEN 611 – Spatial Analysis Principles (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. This course is intended to provide students with an understanding of computer based spatial analysis and the role it can play in enhancing our ability to solve civil and environmental engineering problems. The course will include detailed descriptions of vector and raster based spatial analysis techniques at a macro scale, as well as, illustrations of the use of the methods in solving selected problems. Some examples of the analytical tools used in the class are: Geographic Information Systems (GIS), inferential techniques, geostatistics, databases, 2-D spatial modeling, volume rendering of subsurface stratigraphy, and others. Research computer laboratories are used in some projects. CVEN 613 – Advanced Soil Mechanics (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. An overview of the origin, nature, fabric, structure and classification of soils is presented. StresApproval of instructor. ses in soil, stress-strain relationships, failure criteria and stress paths are discussed in details. The course also covers water effects on soils including: capillarity, shrinkage, swelling, permeability and effective stresses principles. An emphasis is given to the discussion of shear strength and consolidation of soils. CVEN 614 – Advanced Foundation Engineering (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. Advanced topics in foundation engineering. The first part is devoted to the design of various types of shallow footings such as isolated, strip, and mat foundations. The second part emphasizes the design of deep foundations including piles, piers, shafts, and caissons. Special topics such as beams on elastic foundations, micropiles, soil nailing, and foundations on expansive soils are discussed. CVEN 615 – Soil and Site Improvement (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. The study of soil and ground modification techniques. Methods to improve marginal soils and sites are presented, including: compaction, deep densification, dynamic consolidation, chemical stabilization, admixtures such as cement; asphalt and fly ash, pre-consolidation, biological stabilization, thermal stabilization, grouting, and earth reinforcement. The course also covers dewatering, wick and sand drains, electro- osmosis and other hydraulic modification techniques. CVEN 616 – Earth Structures (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. Aspects of embankments and retaining structures design. Particular attention is given to excavations and embankments in poor soil conditions. The course includes an overview of slope stability analyses and design of earth dams. Computer programs are used to solve some of the assignments and a design project is required. CVEN 617 – Matrix Structural Analysis (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: CVEN 342. A review of matrix algebra as it pertains to the analysis of statically indeterminate structures. A study of forces and the associated generalized deflections of a structure which is defined in a system of discrete coordinates. The forces and deflections are related to each other through a set of influence coefficients called stiffness coefficients and flexibility coefficients. Both stiffness (displacement) and flexibility (force) methods are to be applied to the analysis of various structures. CVEN 620 – Ground Water and Seepage (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. Principles of ground water and its flow in soils. It covers fundamentals of ground water and contaminant flow in gravity and artesian aquifers, flow nets, flow through earth dams, filters and other methods to control seepage, steady and non-steady well flow theories, and construction dewatering. The students are required to write a term paper or develop a computer program on a related topic and present it in class. CVEN 624 – Waste Disposal Faeilities (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. Geotechnical design and construction of waste disposal facilities. Site and soil characterization, soil properties, soil requirements, and methods to improve site conditions are discussed. Other design topics are presented include: clay liners, geosynthetic liners, landfill covers, water flow control systems, slurry walls, and cutoffs. CVEN 626 – Water Resources Engineering (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. Selected topics in the field of water resources engineering are covered, with an emphasis on physical understanding of the systems involved and quantitative descriptions of these systems. CVEN 627 – Open Channel Hydraulics (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. Basic equation development; resistance relationships; uniform steady flows; gradually varied, non-uniform steady flows (back-water curves); spatially varied steady flows; solution of unsteady flow problems by the method of characteristics and digital computer models. Additional selected topics. CVEN 630 – Engineering Use of Geosynthetics (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. Use of geosynthetics in geo-environmental applications. The course introduces the concept of improving soil strength by using geotextiles and geogrids. Field applications such as reinforcing earth embankments, roads, and waste containment facilities are discussed. The course covers the use of geotextiles, geomembrane and wick drains to control water flow and seepage. CVEN 631 – Dynamics of Structures (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: CVEN 342. Mathematical formulation of the differential equations of equilibrium of various structures. Numerical solution of simple systems. Closed form solution of equations of equilibrium for single and multi-degree systems. Natural fre- quencies and mode shapes of the structures are obtained from the solution of the eigenvalue problems. Normal mode method of analysis is introduced. An overview of soil/structure interaction will be presented. CVEN 634 – Design of Air Pollution Control Systems (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. With a brief introduction to the regulatory aspects of air pollution this course emphasizes the design approaches used for air pollution control systems. The health effects of air pollution are also discussed. Students are required to write a term paper. CVEN 636 – Environmental Restoration and Nuclear Waste Storage Facility (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. A review of the behavior of underground and above the ground concrete or steel structural facilities, with case studies for long-term disposal of radioactive waste. CVEN 644 – Industrial Waste Treatment (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. The application of standard engineering techniques to specific industrial wastes. Best available treatment techniques which are discussed include waste surveys, waste reduction, neutralization, equalization, and joint treatment. Individual student reports are required in which the current state-of-the-art treatment for particular industrial wastes is presented. CVEN 648 – Biological Treatment Processes (3) Lecture 3. Principles of bio-remediation; limitations, advantages of combining with other processes. Case studies are integrated into the course. Students are required to write term papers. CVEN 651 – Groundwater Hydrology(#) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: Chem 107 and 108, Math 121 and 122, or the equivalent. Occurance of water in the near-surface environment; saturated and unsaturated flow in aquifers; aquifer characterization; well hydraulics; and groundwater chemistry. CVEN 654 – Environmental Impact Assessment (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: Senior standing. This course prepares students to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team preparing an Environmental Impact Statement or Environmental Impact Assessment. Students are taught methods for quantifying the impact of engineering projects on water quality, air quality, soil, the noise environment, and socio-economic environment. The evolution of the Environmental Policy Act and its implementation are discussed. The role of the public participation is emphasized. Readings include the course text and actual EIS's. CVEN 660 – Theory of Elastic Stability (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. Introduction to the principles, theory and design methods that are the basis for the stability analysis of beam columns, frames, built-up columns, rings and arches. CVEN 673 – Design of Engineering Systems (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. Introduction of operations research and construction management principles. Discussion of linear, dynamic, integer, and non-linear programming and their application to civil engineering problems. Computer methods such as SIMPLEX are used to analyze operational and management problems in civil engineering projects. CVEN 674 – Management of Engineering Projects (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. An introduction to advanced techniques for solving complex problems encountered in the management of large systems of men, machines, materials and capital. The analysis of networks and the use of PERT and CPM in solving project management problems are covered. Classwork includes homework on related problems and a major design project of an actual civil engineering scheduling problem. CVEN 681 – Advanced Steel Design (3) Lecture 3. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. Current load and resistance factor steel design specifications are considered and are related to the basic behavior of the structure and component parts. Both allowable-stress design and plastic design concepts are covered with primary emphasis given to limit-stale design. Topics include steel properties, tension and compression members, beams, connections, and composite design. CVEN 683 – Bridge Engineering (3) Lecture 3. The course covers topics related to bridge engineering with emphasis on modern highway bridges. The course covers the design of reinforced concrete, prestressed concrete, and steel bridges. The students are required to design each of these types of bridges.