The Unified Soil Classification System Booklets (Set of 3 Volumes)

$49.00

Learn about how to classify soils according to the Unified Soil Classification System. Information presented in self-learning format. Each volume is a separate easy to use booklet. Periodic self-tests help you measure your progress in learning how to classify soils.

Volume 1 leads you through using laboratory test results to determine a classification.
Volume 2 shows you how to use simple hand tests and visual observations to make a field (visual) classification.
Volume 3 has useful supplemental information on maximum particle size, cobbles and boulders, how to perform some of the manual classification tests, how to use the system for shale, manufactured products, etc.

Description

The first two volumes are in a self-learning format. The third volume is information that is not used to classify soils but is useful for logging and writing soil descriptions. The process of classifying organic soils is also in the third volume.

The manual is designed so that someone unfamiliar with soil classification can learn from the beginning. The information starts with the basics. An experienced person may skip ahead.

At the end of various sections in this manual, there are self-test questions.

Volume 1: Laboratory Soil Classification

The Unified Soil Classification System
Terminology
Chapter 1: Gradation
Chapter 2: Plasticity
Chapter 3: Laboratory Classification

Volume 2: Visual Soil Classification

Unified Soil Classification System
Chapter 1: Estimating Gradation
Chapter 2: Estimating Plasticity
Chapter 3: Visual Classification
Chapter 4: Descriptive Information
Chapter 5: Writing Word Descriptions

Volume 3: Supplemental Information

Maximum Particle Size
Representative Samples
Cobbles and Boulders
Syringe Test
Organic Soils
Shale, Sandstone, Shell, Crushed Rock
Top Soil, Fill, Roads
Hydrometer Analysis
Wet and Dry Preparation
History of USCS