CI 230 - Soils and Foundations

Credit Hours: 3

A combination lecture and lab course involving the introduction to soil origins, nature, gradation, classification, stress, selection and design of foundation to transfer loads to sub soil formations. Calculations using digital computers are required.

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

demonstrate an ability to apply current knowledge and adapt to emerging applications of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology;
demonstrate an ability to apply creativity in the design of systems, components or processes appropriate to program objectives; and
demonstrate a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.

Prerequisites: CI 100
F/S (N)