May 21, 2026  
2024-2025 University Catalog 
    
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CIV E 463 - Soil Testing Fundamentals


Units: 1

Grading Method: LCR: Letter Grade with Cr/NC available. The grading default for the class will be letter grade, but students can opt to take it for Cr/NC

One hour lecture and two hours of laboratory.

Prerequisite(s): Credit or concurrent registration in CIV E 462 . Proof of completion of prerequisite(s) required: Copy of transcript.

Fundamental elements of laboratory and in-situ soil testing methods for geotechnical engineering applications and site characterization.