Soil Mechanics Lab Manual
Explore common geotechnical test methods, test standards, and terminologyLike other construction materials, soil possesses mechanical properties related to strength, compressibility, and permeability. It is  important to quantify these properties to predict how soil will behave under field loading for the safe design of soil structures (e.g. embankments, dams, waste containment liners, highway base courses, etc.), as well as other structures that will overlay the soil. Michael Kalinski has written his Soil Mechanics Lab Manual to introduce students to the most common soil mechanics tests, with laboratory exercises and data sheets, and online videos, for each tests.Key Features of this lab manual: