CV 352 - Soil Mechanics

Institution:

CUNY New York City College of Technology

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Description:

2 cl hrs 3 lab hrs, 3 cr This course combines soil theory, field practice and lab procedures. The student will learn the origin and nature of soils, soil classifications, sampling, soil properties, strength characteristics, soil water relationships, settlement and consolidation concepts, lateral earth pressure and subsurface stresses. Methods and procedures are developed for solving practical soil mechanics type problems encountered in civil engineering projects. Laboratory tests, related calculations and computer applications are all incorporated into this course. Pre- or corequisites: CMCE 1204/CT 204, MAT 1375/MA 375, PHYS 1433/SC 433

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lab

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Institution Website:

www.citytech.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 260-5500

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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