Reference no: EM131391009 , Length: 2450 Words

For the first design project, you need to conduct a quick research on the following topics:

• A brief history of design of earth-retaining structures
• Types of earth-retaining structures
• Analysis and design methods (ASD and LRFD) in soil engineering
• Design issues and considerations
• Selection of the type and factors affecting the design
• Analysis and design of support structure (pile, grade beam etc.)
• Essential input data
• Development of design documents

You may add to these topics depending on your opinion. I expect that you add at least one topic. Project-1 should include a brief explanation about each of the above issues. It may be 1500 to 5000 words. I would like to have your feedback about the Project-1. A possible format for the project will be

• Cover page,
• Introduction
• Content sections (1, 2, 3 ... )
• Conclusion
• References

Academic requirements:

• Your work must be submitted as writing (Total :2000 words) 
• Student declaration must be completed.
• The entire assignment brief and completed.
• All work must be referenced using the APA method.
• Provide a reference list