Course

List of experiments

• Triaxial Test
• Direct Shear Test
• California Bearing Ratio test
• Compaction test (IS light compaction)
• Consolidation test
• Determination of coefficient of permeability by (a) Constant head method; (b)Variable head method
• Determination of field density (a) sand replacement method (b) core cutter method
• Atterberg’s limits and indices
• Grain Size Distribution
• Unconfined compressive strength test
• Demonstration of Laboratory vane shear test & Field tests – Standard Penetration Tests/Plate Load Test

Course Objectives

To give an exposure on the laboratory tests for determination of Index and Engineering properties of soil. Provide students the basic knowledge to carry out field investigations and to identify soils in geotechnical engineering practice.

Course Outcome

CO1: Conduct experiments to find the index and engineering properties of different types of soil.

CO2: Prepare laboratory reports on the interpretation of experimental results.

CO3: Assess the strength parameters of soil using various field tests.

CO-PO Mapping