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Testing of Construction Materials
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  • Course will cover proper selection of test, detail theory, Test procedures as per IS / International codes including sampling procedures , preparation of test samples,  requirements of test equipments / instruments,  calculations / statistical analysis , interpretation of test results and site co-relation of every test.
  • Cements - Consistency, initial & final Setting time, Fineness, Compressive strength
  • Aggregates - Sieve Analysis,  Moisture / Absorption content, Bulk Density, Bulking of sand, Flakiness & Elongation,
  • Concrete - Slump test, Compressive strength,  Flexural strength, Mix Design
  • Admixture - Marsh Cone
  • Bricks / Paving Blocks -  Compressive strength, Absorption content
  • Reinforcement - Tensile strength, 0.2 % proof stress, Elongation, Bend & Rebend, Chemical Composition