E-Learning
ASTM D1557 Standard Test Methods for Laboratory Compaction of Soil Modified Effort -- eLearning Course
Price:
$115
About the Course
This course covers laboratory compaction methods used to determine the relationship between molding water content and dry unit weight of soils (compaction curve) compacted in a 4- or 6-in. (101.6- or 152.4-mm) diameter mold with a 10.00-lbf. (44.48-N) rammer dropped from a height of 18.00 in. (457.2 mm) producing a compactive effort of 56 000 ft-lbf/ft3 (2700 kN-m/m3).
The course takes approximately 1 hour to complete and includes instructional video content, interactive knowledge checks, and a self-grading quiz. Downloadable resources include a pdf of the standard.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Describe the apparatus and related components used to determine laboratory compaction characteristics of soil.
- Recall the standardization requirements for the following apparatus: balance, molds, and rammer (manual and mechanical).
- Recall the requirements for the test specimen.
- List the steps for the preparation of apparatus.
- Describe the procedures for Moist Preparation Method, Dry Preparation Method, and Compaction of the soil specimens.
- Identify the steps for calculation and plotting (compaction curve) for these test methods.
- List the minimum reporting requirements for the data sheet(s)/form(s).
Audience
Anyone who runs the D1557 test method or who needs an understanding of the test method and how it is properly run.
Certificate and CEUs
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.
ASTM Standards Referenced
ASTM D1557
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