UNIQUE SERIES AKTU Syllabus
AAS152AAAS252A

Applied Chemistry for Sustainable Structure & Material Design Lab

L-T-P0-0-2 Credits1 Session2026-27 TypeLab / Practical
Appears in 2 semesters

B.Tech Civil Engineering · Sem 1 (Physics Lab / Chemistry Lab, code AAS152A) · B.Tech Civil Engineering · Sem 2 (Physics Lab / Chemistry Lab, code AAS252A)

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List of Experiments / Activities

  1. List of Experiments (Any Ten Experiments)
  2. 1Setting Time of Cement Determine initial and final setting times of ordinary Portland cement using Vicat's apparatus; relate setting behaviour to hydration chemistry and w/c ratio
  3. 2Consistency of Cement Paste Determine the standard consistency of cement paste using Vicat's apparatus; understand its significance in mix design and workability
  4. 3Corrosion of Iron – Effect of Electrolyte Study the effect of NaCl, H2SO4, and distilled water on the rate of corrosion of iron nails; measure weight loss over time; relate to chloride-induced corrosion in concrete
  5. 4Effectiveness of Corrosion Inhibitors Study the inhibition of mild steel corrosion in HCl using organic inhibitors (e.g. aniline, thiourea); calculate inhibition efficiency; relate to protective coatings on rebars
  6. 5Determination of pH, TDS, and Conductivity of Water Measure pH, total dissolved solids (TDS), and electrical conductivity of given water samples using electrode meters; classify water suitability for construction use
  7. 6Determination of Total Hardness of Water Determine temporary and permanent hardness of water by EDTA titration method; relate to scaling in water pipes and quality of mixing water for concrete
  8. 7Estimation of Chloride Content in Water Determine chloride ion concentration in water samples by Mohr's method (argentometric titration); assess suitability of water for RCC construction
  9. 8Fineness of Cement by Sieve Analysis Determine fineness of cement using 90-micron IS sieve; relate fineness to rate of hydration, strength development, and heat of hydration in concrete
  10. 9Determination of Specific Gravity of Cement Determine specific gravity of cement using Le Chatelier's flask and kerosene; relate to concrete mix design calculations
  11. 10Viscosity of Adhesive / Polymer Coating Measure viscosity of given adhesive or polymer coating solution using Ostwald viscometer at different concentrations; relate to workability and adhesion in structural bonding applications
  12. 11Tensile Strength of Adhesive Bond Prepare lap-joint specimens bonded with epoxy or polymer adhesive; measure tensile shear strength; compare with reference standard; relate to FRP bonding in structural retrofitting
  13. 12Determination of COD of Waste Water Determine Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) of a given wastewater sample by dichromate reflux method; assess organic pollution load relevant to construction site wastewater management
  14. Equipment / Chemicals Required
  15. •Vicat's apparatus, mould, glass plate
  16. •Analytical balance, weighing balance
  17. •pH meter, TDS meter, conductivity meter
  18. •Burette, pipette, conical flask, standard EDTA and AgNO3 solutions
  19. •Ostwald viscometer, thermostat water bath
  20. •Corrosion cell setup with salt bridge
  21. •Le Chatelier's flask
  22. •COD apparatus (reflux condenser, digestion flask)
  23. •Tensile testing machine or spring balance setup for adhesive bond test
Course Objectives5 points
  • To determine the chemical and physical properties of construction materials including cement and water
  • To study corrosion phenomena and evaluate effectiveness of corrosion inhibitors
  • To perform water quality analysis relevant to civil engineering applications
  • To characterize sustainable building materials and study their chemical behaviour
  • To evaluate adhesive strength and coating properties used in structural applications
Course Outcomes (COs)5 outcomes

After completion of the course student will be able to:

  1. CO1Determine setting time and consistency of cement and relate to hydration chemistryK3
  2. CO2Evaluate corrosion rate of iron and assess inhibitor efficiency for structural protectionK3
  3. CO3Perform water quality analysis and determine suitability of water for constructionK3
  4. CO4Characterize cement properties and relate to mix design for sustainable concreteK3
  5. CO5Measure viscosity and tensile strength of adhesives and coatings for structural applicationsK3

Suggested Textbooks / Reference Books

  1. Engineering Chemistry – Jain and Jain
  2. Concrete Technology – M.S. Shetty
  3. Water Supply Engineering – S.K. Garg Safety and General Instructions
  4. Students must wear lab coat and safety goggles at all times in the chemistry laboratory
  5. Handle all acids, alkalis, and oxidising agents with extreme care; use fume hood for volatile chemicals
  6. Dispose of chemical waste in designated containers as per lab safety guidelines
  7. Do not pipette by mouth; use rubber bulb or mechanical pipette fillers
  8. Wash hands thoroughly after every experiment; report any spillage or accident immediately

Official AKTU syllabus

This subject is on page 56, 57, 58, 59, 60 of the original AKTU PDF.

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