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Lab Testing – The Sieve Analysis Atterberg Limits

Gradations and Atterberg Limits are two of the most commonly run tests in a soils lab. In this 2-hour lesson, we’ll walk you through the tests, looking at the equipment, the tests, terminology, along with a strong understanding of the liquid limit, plastic limit, the shrinkage limit and their relationships, along with understanding the plasticity index.

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Gradations and Atterberg Limits are two of the most commonly run tests in a soils lab. In this 2-hour lesson, we’ll walk you through the tests, looking at the equipment, the tests, terminology, along with a strong understanding of the liquid limit, plastic limit, the shrinkage limit and their relationships, along with understanding the plasticity index.

 

Recommended Study References

In order to master these concepts, we recommend following along in these references while studying with this lesson. Please note that this reference is not included with purchase.

ASTM D4318

Find all of SI Certs soils training below:

Introduction to Soils in Construction

Classification of Soils

Soil Sampling

Lab Testing The Sieve Analysis Atterberg Limits

Lab Testing – The Proctor

Lab Testing – Proctor Corrections, Moisture Content & Sand Cone

Density of Soils/The Nuclear Gauge Part 1

Density of Soils/The Nuclear Gauge Part 2

Site Preparation, Fill Monitoring, & Testing

IBC: Shallow Foundations

Grading Plans & Surveying

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