Introduces properties of portland cement concrete, methods of mix design and adjustment, transportation, placement and curing in accordance with ACI and PCA recommended procedures. Lecture 2 hours per week.
GENERAL COURSE PURPOSE
To acquaint the student with the properties of portland cement concrete and the constituent materials. Emphasis will be placed on desirable and undesirable conditions and associated causes. Methods of designing concrete mixes will be considered as well as methods for insuring quality concrete in the field.
ENTRY LEVEL COMPETENCIES
A knowledge of soil mechanics. Prerequisite: CIV 225.
Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to: