ABSTRACT: Recently, tragic tailings dam collapses in Brazil have caused deaths and major destruction and the need to develop technologies capable of preventing damage to people and the environment.

In construction, geotechnical engineering is foundational to the success of any project. From understanding soil types to managing slope stability, geotechnical engineering informs every stage of ...

Dr. Jay Wang is a professor at the Programs of Civil Engineering and Construction Engineering Technology, Louisiana Tech University, and he holds the Bobby E. Price professorship. He teaches ...

Geotechnical Engineers lead in the creation and improvement of infrastructure above and below ground and in the evaluation and mitigation of natural hazards. The MS in Geotechnical Engineering at ...

“I believe in teaching engineers to teach themselves through asking questions and seeking answers. Attitude and hard work are the two most important ingredients in successful learning. As such, I ...