23CE45C SOIL MECHANICS -CE

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Subject Code: 23CE45C

Subject Name: Soil Mechanics

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Upon completion of this course, the students will be able to

CO1: Compute the index properties of soil and classify soil according to the IS Classification system. (CDL1)

CO2: Discuss the principle of soil water movement and its effect on stress distribution. (CDL1)

CO3: Evaluate the Vertical stresses and compute compaction and consolidation characteristics of soil. (CDL1)

CO4: Determine the shear strength parameters of soil. (CDL1)

CO5: Analyze the Slope Stability of Soil (CDL2)

CO6: Demonstrate the basic index properties of soil and prepare a soil report based on the IS

Classification system. (PDL1)

CO7: Perform Experiments to determine the coefficient of permeability of cohesionless soil and cohesive soil. (PDL1)

CO8: Demonstrate the experiment to ascertain the compaction characteristics and coefficient of Consolidation of soil. (PDL1)

CO9: Perform Experiments to determine shear strength parameters of soil. (PDL1)

COURSE OVERVIEW:

 

The course on Soil Mechanics provides a comprehensive understanding of the engineering behavior of soils as a construction material and foundation medium for civil engineering structures. It enables students to determine the index properties of soils and classify them according to the IS system, understand the principles of soil water movement and its influence on stress distribution, and evaluate vertical stresses along with compaction and consolidation characteristics. The course further covers the determination of shear strength parameters and the analysis of slope stability, integrating theoretical knowledge with practical problem-solving. The laboratory component enhances learning through experiments on index properties, permeability, compaction, consolidation, and shear strength, while also developing the ability to prepare detailed soil reports as per IS codes. Overall, the course bridges theory and practice, equipping students with the skills to analyze, test, and interpret soil behavior for geotechnical design and construction applications.