Tests for determination of specific gravity and moisture content.
Grain size analysis of soil sample (sieve analysis).
In situ density by core cutter and sand replacement methods.
Consistency Limits – Liquid Limit (Casagrande and Cone Penetration Methods), plastic limit and shrinkage limit.
Standard Proctor Compaction Test and Modified Proctor Compaction Test.
Coefficient of permeability by constant head and variable head methods.
Strength Tests a. Unconfined Compression Test 3 Hours b. Direct Shear Test 3 Hours c. Triaxial Compression Test (undrained) 3 Hours
Consolidation Test- Determination of compression index and coefficient of consolidation.
Laboratory vane shear test
Determination of CBR value
a)Demonstration of miscellaneous equipments such as Augers, Samplers, Rapid Moisture meter, Proctor’s needle. b)Demonstration of Hydrometer Test. c)Demonstration of Free Swell Index and Swell Pressure Test d)Demonstration of determination of relative density of sands.