Master Course Outline Soil Mechanics for Construction Course Number: CET 224 Credits: 4 Hours per Quarter: 50 Lecture Hours:30    Lab Hours:20 Description Introduction to soil mechanics as it relates to engineering design. Emphasizes the identification and classification of soils, engineering properties of soils, compaction of soils, aggregate gradations, bearing capacities, and ASTM laboratory test methods. Oral and written reports are required. Intended Skills and Attitude Outcomes A. Understanding of soil classification. B. Knowledge of soil properties. C. Knowledge of aggregate gradations. D. Knowledge of ASTM and AASTHO laboratory test methods. E. Knowledge of bearing capacities of soil. F. Understanding of compaction of soils. G. Ability to write lab reports. Syllabi Listing Course Year Quarter Item Instructor   CET 224 Winter 2013 0422 Ronald Rooks View Syllabus Two Year Projected Schedule Year One* Year Two** Fall Winter Spring Summer Mini  Fall Winter Spring Summer Mini   X         X       *Year one is all odd years (2003-2004) **Year two is all even years (2004-2005)