CE 320 - Soil Mechanics

Institution:

Valparaiso University

Subject:

Civil Engineering

Description:

The study of index, mechanical and hydraulic properties of soils. Soil identification, compaction, shear strength, consolidation, vertical stress distribution, and flow through porous media. Principles of laboratory identification and testing of soils. Site investigation and in situ testing. Prerequisite: CE 215.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

CE-215

Corequisites:

CE-320L

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

valpo.edu

Phone Number:

(219) 464-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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