BCE083 - SOIL DYNAMICS & MACHINE FOUNDATION

Academic Course Description

BHARATH UNIVERSITY
Faculty of Engineering and Technology
Department of Civil Engineering
BCE083 - SOIL DYNAMICS & MACHINE FOUNDATION
Eighth Semester, 2016-17 (Even Semester)

Course (catalog) description

To understand the soil properties and suitable remedial measures to improve their behavior and to familiarize students with the
dynamic properties of soil. To create an understanding about the importance of designing machine foundation for reciprocating
and impact machines

Compulsory/Elective course : Non major Elective for Civil students

Credit/ Contact hours : 3 credits/45 hr

Course Coordinator : Dr.S.J.Mohan, Professor

Instructors :

Name of the Class Office Office Email (domain:@ Consultation

instructor handling location phone bharathuniv.ac.in
Dr.S.J.Mohan, Final year Civil Civil Block mohansjm@yahoo.com 2.30 – 3.30 PM

Relationship to other courses:

Pre –requisites : BCE404 - BASIC STRUCTURAL DESIGN

Assumed knowledge : Basic knowledge in STRUCTURAL DESIGNAL

Following courses : -Nil-

Syllabus Contents

UNIT I INTRODUCTION 8
Vibration of elementary systems – vibratory – single degree freedom -system – free and forced vibrations with and without
damping – transient response of single degree freedom systems.
UNIT II WAVES & WAVE PROPAGATION 9
Wave propagation in an elastic homogeneous isotropic medium - Shear and compression waves - wave propagation in elastic,
half space (no theoretical treatment or derivation) properties of compression, shear and Raleigh waves – application in soil
dynamics.
UNIT III DYNAMIC PROPERTIES OF SOILS 9
Elastic properties of soils – soil treated as spring or elastic half space – Co – efficient – provision of dynamic properties of soil as
per latest BIS 5249 -Co efficient of elastic, uniform and non-uniform compression and shear- Determination of dynamic
properties of soil- Field & Laboratory methods.
UNIT IV DESIGN OF MACHINE FOUNDATION 10

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General requirements of machine foundations – Design criteria – principles of & simple procedures of design of foundations for
machineries of reciprocating type, Impact& Rotary type (treated as single degree freedom only) – dynamic loads, simple design
procedures for foundations under Reciprocation machines. Impact type machine and Rotary type machines.
UNIT V VIBRATION ISOLATION & SCREENING 9
Vibration isolation technique mechanical isolation, foundation isolation, isolation by location isolation by barriers – active and
passive isolation tests – problems – types of Isolation – active, passive – principles of vibration neutralizer (no derivation)

TEXT BOOKS:
1. Swamisaran, “Soil Dynamics and Machine Foundations”, Galgotia Publications Pvt. Ltd., 2010.

REFERENCES BOOKS:
2. Rtehart F.E, R.D.Woods & J.R. Hall, vibrations of Soils and Foundations, Prentice Hall, 1970.
3. Prakash S. & Pun V.K, Soil Dynamics & Design foundation, McGraw Hill Co. 1998.
4. Srinivasulu P &Vaidanathan C,” Handbook on machine Foundations”, McGraw Hill Co.1976.
5. Code Practice of Design and Construction of Machine Foundations, I.S.2974, 1987 Part I to IV.
6. Prakash .S and Puri V.K, “Foundation for Machines”, McGraw Hill Publishing Company, Newyork, 1988

Computer Usage Yes

Professional component
General - 0%
Basic Sciences - 0%
Engineering sciences & Technical arts - 0%
Professional subject - 100%

Broad area: Measuring| Leveling | Set outs| Marking

Test Schedule

S. No. Test Tentative Date Portions Duration

1 Cycle Test-1 February 1st week Session 1 to 14 2 Periods

2 Cycle Test-2 March 2nd week Session 15 to 28 2 Periods

3 Model Test April 2nd week Session 1 to 45 3 Hrs

University TBA All sessions / Units 3 Hrs.

4
Examination

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Mapping of Instructional Objectives with Program Outcome

This Course is to introduce the principles of various design methods and applications to Civil Correlates to
Engineering projects. program
outcome
H M L
1. Single degree freedom -system – free and forced vibrations with and without damping. a,e, b,d

2. Theory of wave propagation in elastic media. b e

3. Determination of dynamic properties of soil- Field & Laboratory methods. a,e

4. Design of foundations for machineries of reciprocating type, Impact& Rotary type a d

5. Active and passive isolation problems e

H: high correlation, M: medium correlation, L: low correlation

Draft Lecture Schedule

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Session Topics Problem solving Text / Chapter
(Yes/No)
UNIT I INTRODUCTION
1. Vibration of elementary systems Yes

2. Problem Yes [T1, R2]

3. Single degree freedom -system – free and forced vibrations Yes
4. Problem Yes
5. Single degree freedom -system with and without damping Yes
6. Problem Yes
7. Problem Yes
8. Transient response of single degree freedom systems Yes
9. Problem yes
UNIT II WAVES & WAVE PROPAGATION
10. Wave propagation in an elastic homogeneous isotropic medium Yes
11. Problem Yes
12. [R2] [T1]

13. Properties of compression, shear and Raleigh waves Yes

14. Problem Yes
15. Properties of compression, shear and Raleigh waves Yes
16. Problem Yes
17. Problem Yes
18. Application in soil dynamics. Yes
UNIT III DYNAMIC PROPERTIES OF SOILS
19. Elastic properties of soils Yes
20. Problem Yes
21. Problem Yes
22. Dynamic properties of soil as per latest BIS 5249 Yes
[R2] [T1]
23. Problem Yes
24. Problem Yes
25. Problem Yes
26. Determination of dynamic properties of soil- Field & Laboratory Yes
methods.
27. Problem Yes
UNIT IV DESIGN OF MACHINE FOUNDATION
28. Design criteria Yes
29. Dynamic loads, Yes
[R2] [T1]
30. Problems Yes
31. Design of foundations for machineries of Impact type Yes
32. Problems Yes
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 33. Problems Yes
34. Design of foundations under Reciprocation machines. Yes
35. Problem Yes
36. Design of machine for Rotary type machines. Yes
UNIT V VIBRATION ISOLATION & SCREENING
37. Mechanical isolation Yes
38. Problems Yes
39. Problems Yes
40. Isolation by location isolation by barriers Yes [R2] [T1]
41. Problems Yes
42. Problems Yes
43. Active and passive isolation tests Yes
44. Problems Yes
45. Principles of vibration neutralizer Yes

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Teaching Strategies
The teaching in this course aims at establishing a good fundamental understanding of the areas covered using:
 Formal face-to-face lectures

 Tutorials, which allow for exercises in problem solving and allow time for students to resolve problems in
understanding of lecture material.

 Laboratory sessions, which support the formal lecture material and also provide the student with practical
construction, measurement and debugging skills.
 Small periodic quizzes, to enable you to assess your understanding of the concepts.
Evaluation Strategies
Cycle Test – I - 5%
Cycle Test – II - 5%
Model Test - 5%
Assignment - 5%
Attendance - 10%
Final exam - 70%

Prepared by: Dr. S.J.Mohan Professor , Department of Civil Dated :

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Addendum

ABET Outcomes expected of graduates of B.Tech / Civil / program by the time that they graduate:

a. An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering

b. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
c. An ability to design a hardware and software system, component, or process to meet desired needs within
realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety,
manufacturability, and sustainability
d. An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
e. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems
f. An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
g. An ability to communicate effectively
h. The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic,
environmental, and societal context
i. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning
j. A knowledge of contemporary issues
k. An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.

Program Educational Objectives

PEO1: PREPARATION

Civil Engineering graduates will have knowledge to apply the fundamental principles for a successful profession
and/or for higher education in Civil Engineering based on mathematical, scientific and engineering principles, to solve
realistic and field problems that arise in engineering and non engineering sectors

PEO2: CORE COMPETENCE

Civil Engineering graduates will adapt to the modern engineering tools and construction methods for planning,
design, execution and maintenance of works with sustainable development in their profession.

PEO3: PROFESSIONALISM

Civil Engineering Graduates will exhibit professionalism, ethical attitude, communication and managerial skills,
successful team work in various private and government organizations both at the national and international level in
their profession and adapt to current trends with lifelong learning.

PEO4: SKILL

Civil Engineering graduates will be trained for developing soft skills such as proficiency in many languages, technical
communication, verbal, logical, analytical, comprehension, team building, inter personal relationship, group
discussion and leadership skill to become a better professional.

PEO5: ETHICS

Civil Engineering graduates will be installed with ethical feeling, encouraged to make decisions that are safe and
environmentally-responsible and also innovative for societal improvement.

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Course Teacher Signature

Dr. S.J.Mohan

Course Coordinator HOD/CIVIL

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