Soil composition and soil classification. Soil properties, compaction, seepage and permeability. Concepts of pore water pressure, capillary pressure and hydraulic head. Principle of effective stress, stress-deformation and strength characteristics of soils, consolidation, stress distribution with soils, and settlement. Laboratory testing. Includes: Experiential Learning Activity Also listed as CIVE 3208. Prerequisite(s): ERTH 3405. Lectures three hours a week, laboratory three hours alternate weeks. [0.5 credits]
Soil composition and soil classification. Soil properties, compaction, seepage and permeability. Concepts of pore water pressure, capillary pressure and hydraulic head. Principle of effective stress, stress-deformation and strength characteristics of soils, consolidation, stress distribution with soils, and settlement. Laboratory testing. Includes: Experiential Learning Activity Also listed as CIVE 3208. Prerequisite(s): ERTH 3405. Lectures three hours a week, laboratory three hours alternate weeks. [0.5 credits]
