News & Events 101 Construction Materials (3-3-4). A study of
materials used in building and highway construction. Topics
studied include the physical and chemical properties,
production, and subsequent use of selected materials. The
laboratory sessions follow ASTM standards for sampling and
testing of the materials discussed in the lecture. 110 Plane
Surveying and Mapping (3-3-4). An introduction to plane
surveying. Topics considered include the care and use of
surveying instruments, taping, differential and profile levels,
theodolite and tape surveys, stadia surveys, cross-sections,
construction layout, traverse adjustments, area computations,
introduction of the use of software to assist in certain
computations, introduction to mine surveying, and methods and
procedures of map drafting. PR: MEET 111, GNET 115. 203 Statics
and Strength of Materials (3-3-4). A study of the basic
principles of statics, force systems, friction, properties of
materials, riveted and welded joints, stress and deformation,
and shea