ASTM D2166 Standard Test Method for Unconfined Compressive Strength of Cohesive Soil -- eLearning Course
About this Course
This course covers the determination of the unconfined compressive strength of cohesive soil in the intact, remolded, or reconstituted condition, using strain-controlled application of the axial load. The course provides an approximate value of the strength of cohesive soils in terms of total stresses.
This course includes downloadable resources including a procedural outline and a pdf of the standard, instructional video content, interactive knowledge checks, and a self-grading quiz. The course can be completed in about one hour.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Identify apparatus used for determination of the unconfined compressive strength of cohesive soil in the intact, remolded, or reconstituted condition, using strain-controlled application of the axial load, including deformation indicator.
- Recognize requirements for preparation of intact, remolded, and reconstituted test specimens.
- Recall procedure for determination of the unconfined compressive strength of cohesive soil in the intact, remolded, or reconstituted condition, using strain-controlled application of the axial load.
- Identify equations used for calculation of axial strain, average cross-sectional area, compressive strength, and sensitivity.
- Define reporting requirements outlined for ASTM D2166/D2166M.
CEUs and Certificate
CEUs: .1 or 1 PDH
Certificate: A certificate is available upon successful completion of the course and an 80% or higher score on the exam.
Reference Materials
ASTM D2166
Training Programs
This training course is part of the following eLearning program:
Access
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Internet access is required.
Stock Code
TRAIN-D2166-PASS