CIVT 1230 - Soils and Foundations

3 Credits
2 Class hours, 2 lab hours

This course covers the properties and the testing of soils and concrete in the commercial construction industry as well as the equipment used for earth moving. An overview of foundation types, concrete and reinforcement, mix design, additives, strength is explored. Topics: include: soil mechanics, index properties of fine and coarse soil, soil classification and stress analysis. Labs include density, moisture content, sieve analysis, Atterberg Limits, classification and compaction. Prerequisite(s): None

Semester Availability: Fall

Not part of a Tennessee Transfer Pathway

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