Check the Quality of Cement in the Site
It is not easy to check all properties of cement on the site but there exist some preliminary field tests which can give us a rough idea about the quality …
Check the Quality of Cement in the Site Read MoreCivil Engineering
Types of Columns and Beams
Types of Columns Columns can be classified based on their Shape, Slenderness ratio, type of loading and Pattern of lateral reinforcement. Classification based on Slenderness ratio: Long Column or Slender …
Types of Columns and Beams Read More
Why a Civil Engineer is required
Civil engineers create, improve and protect the environment in which we live. They plan, design and oversee the construction and maintenance of building structures and infrastructure, such as roads, railways, …
Why a Civil Engineer is required Read More
Types of Lap Splice
For the purpose and scope of this manual, we will only discuss one type of splicing known as lap splicing. Lap splicing is typically overlapping reinforcing steel over a certain …
Types of Lap Splice Read More
Purpose and Importance of BOQ
Purpose of BOQ For standardizing the tendering process. For providing a clear and precise method to value the project. For enabling consultants to analyze prices of various individual items and …
Purpose and Importance of BOQ Read More
Properties of Good Cement
The cement properties may vary depending on the type of construction, generally, a good cement possesses the following properties (which depend upon its composition, thoroughness of burning and fineness of …
Properties of Good Cement Read More
Main Differences Between Deep and Shallow Foundation
Shallow Foundation: The foundation which is placed near the surface of the earth or transfers the loads at a shallow depth is called the shallow foundation. The depth of a …
Main Differences Between Deep and Shallow Foundation Read More
Important Brickwork Terminologies
Bricks, beds and perpends simply form a brick work. Here, brick is an element made using clay, bed is basic layer of mortar which is buttered beneath a brick and …
Important Brickwork Terminologies Read More