Building A Superior Bottom-Up Retaining Wall | The Geotechnical Engineering Podcast

Описание: In this video, Kirsten Grant, PE, shares her journey in geotechnical engineering, discussing her experiences, challenges, and valuable advice for aspiring engineers. Kirsten highlights the importance of collaboration and flexibility in engineering practice, the intricacies of bottom-up retaining wall construction, and the impact of field work on her career. Kirsten also provides insights on how early-career engineers can leverage their efforts and openness to new experiences, and offers guidance on exploring specializations within geotechnical engineering. #geotechnicalengineering #Construction #Innovation #Engineering

***You can view the show notes for this video here ➡️ https://bit.ly/TGEPEp107

0:00 Intro
0:30 Sponsor PPI
1:10 Kirsten’s Professional Career Overview
3:47 Bottom-Up Retaining Walls: What They Are and Common Challenges
7:06 The Importance of Flexibility in Geostructural Design
8:44 Effort and Openness in Early Engineering Careers
9:52 Field Work's Role in Shaping Better Engineers
11:33 Guiding Aspiring Engineers: Exploring Geotechnical Specializations
14:32 The Power of Collaboration in Large Geotechnical Projects
16:07 Final Piece of Advice
17:43 Career Factor of Safety
19:38 Outro

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