A. Geotechnical Engineering Knowledge
Explain soil mechanics principles, such as shear strength, consolidation, and permeability.
Discuss foundation design: shallow vs. deep foundations, factors affecting choice, and load considerations.
Understand slope stability: factors influencing failure, stabilization methods.
Explain ground movement and impact on structures: settlement, heaving, lateral spreading, and how to mitigate these issues.
Discuss tunnel excavation methods: TBM (Tunnel Boring Machine), sequential excavation, drill and blast.
B. Your Experience in Detail
Expect questions like:
Tell us about your research at PolyU. What were the key findings?
Highlight your hands-on testing experience, data analysis, and how your results compared to published studies.
Have you worked with geotechn