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CEE 355 - Geotechnical Engineering I

Credits: 4

(3 Lec, 1 3-hr Lab) Introduction to geotechnical engineering: soil characterization, index properties, seepage and flow in soil, stresses in soils, compressibility, consolidation, shear strength. Substantial emphasis on writing lab reports.

Prerequisites: CEE 320  and CEE 370  with a minimum grade of C or better.
Grade Option: A-F only.
General Education Designation(s): DP