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Soil Mechanics

Credits: 3
Course Number: 10-607-128

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Course Description

10-607-128 SOIL MECHANICS ...origins of soil, properties/characteristics of soil, soil classification systems, subsurface exploration, foundations, moisture-density relationships, soil compaction, and groundwater. (Pre-requisite: 10-804-195, College Algebra w/Apps)

Course Typically Offered

  • Spring

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What will I learn?

  1. Identify the origins of soil
  2. Characterize the properties of soil
  3. Classify soils in accordance to soil classification systems
  4. Discuss methods of subsurface exploration
  5. Define foundation systems by need and function
  6. Analyze soil moisture-density relationships
  7. Discuss foundation subgrade observations and testing
  8. Summarize groundwater conditions
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2 classes found

Class Number: 21371

Date:
-
Delivery:
In-Person
Term:
Spring 2025
Session:
8W2
Green Bay Campus Room ET121, Green Bay Campus Room BC103
3/26/2025 - 5/20/2025
M, Tu, W, Th — 7:30 AM - 10:20 AM
$502.80

Class Number: 21370

Date:
-
Delivery:
In-Person
Term:
Spring 2025
Session:
8W1
Green Bay Campus Room ET121, Green Bay Campus Room BC103
1/21/2025 - 3/17/2025
M, Tu, W, Th — 7:30 AM - 10:20 AM
$502.80