Introduction to Course 

Soil mechanics describes the behaviour of soils.Soil mechanics provides the theoretical basis for analysis in geotechnical engineering.With the recent advances in the science of engineering, the design and execution of large projects, which at times were considered beyond imagination and control, have now become quite common.Sky scrapers, Subways, Dams and Bridges spanning the sea are some examples of large projects.For the design and construction of almost all such projects the engineers have to deal with both soil and rock, either as construction material or as a foundation support.

Credit Hours: (3+1)

Marks: 100 (Theory)

Evaluation Criteria: 

Sessional: 20%

Mid Term Exam/ Project: 30%

Final Term Exam: 50%