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soil mechanics

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engineering, manufacturing and construction

architecture and construction

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soil mechanics

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Thoroughly understand the characteristics of soil in relation to analysing the deformations of fluids within soil that supports man-made structures.

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geotechnical engineering

physical characteristics of soil

physical properties of soil

soil analysis

soil behaviours

soil characteristics

soil mechanics

soil physics

soil science

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knowledge

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sector specific skills and competences

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ESCO is a Europe 2020 initiative.

DG Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion of the European Commission developed ESCO in collaboration with stakeholders and with the European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (Cedefop).

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Current version: ESCO v1.1.2 (Last update 22/02/2024)