CCET 3714 - Soil Mechanics
Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 01, CRN 43136,
Credit hours: 2
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Course Description
3714. Soil Mechanics. A study of soil properties, classifications, strength and behavior. Theory of consolidation, shear strength and stability analysis. Two hours lecture per week. Prereq.: 'C' or better in the following courses CCET 2614L, CCET 3706, CCET 3709. 2 s.h.
Course Readings
| Group | Title | Author | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required | Soil Properties - Testing, Measurement, and Evaluation | Cheng Liu & Jack B. Evett | 9780135113905 |
The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
Assignments/Assessments
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Schedule of Topics and Assignments
| Week of | Proposed Topic | Due/To Prepare for Class |
|---|---|---|
| 8/24 | Soil Formation, Gradation, Consistency and Classification | |
| 8/31 | Weight and Volume Relationships | |
| 9/7 | Soil Exploration and Sampling | |
| 9/14 | Soil Compaction and Stabilization | |
| 9/21 | Permeability-Laboratory and Field Tests | |
| 9/28 | Water Seepage and Flow Nets; Exam #1 | |
| 10/5 | Consolidation-Pressure/Deformation/Time | |
| 10/12 | Field Consolidation Lines, Comp. Index, Perm. Relationships | |
| 10/19 | Shear Strength-Mohrs Circle, Direct Shear, Triaxial Unconfined Tests | |
| 10/26 | Shear Strength-UU/CU/CD Tests; Vertical Point Loads, Approx | |
| 11/2 | Vertical Stress-Uniformly Distributed Loads, Line Loads | |
| 11/9 | Lateral Earth Pressure; Exam #2 | |
| 11/16 | Lateral Earth Pressure | |
| 11/23 | Slope Stability | |
| 11/30 | Review for Final Exam | |
| 12/7 | Final Exam |
The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.