HOLY NAME UNIVERSITY

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
CIVIL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

DISTURBED SOIL SAMPLING

EXPERIMENT NO. 1

Submitted by: Myla J. Cempron

Karen A. Lacea RATE:
Subject: Soil Mechanics Lab
Date Performed: June 15, 2015
Date Submitted: June 22, 2015

Engr. Marilou Uy, Ph.D.

INSTRUCTOR

OBJECTIVE:
 To know the method in getting disturbed soil sampling.

THEORY:

Disturbed soil sampling is an important factor in the determination of the

properties of soil. The correct method of sampling will lead to more accurate results
in the determination of soil properties and structure. The storage of the sample,
after it has been obtained, is an important as sampling itself. If the storage is not
done adequately it will lead to a change in some of the properties of the sample.
The labeling of the sample is necessary for easy identification of the sample and to
avoid confusion if different persons undertake the sampling and testing of the soil
sample. A better filing of soil samples will also mean better control of the data
acquisition.

EQUIPMENTS:

1. Soil auger
2. Spade or shovel
3. Plastic cellophane
4. Moisture tight sample containers

PROCEDURE:

1. Clear the area of grass and vegetation where sample is to be obtained.

2. With the use soil auger, the soil is bored until desired depth reached and
obtains a disturbed sample.
 3. Record the depth of each type of soil strata.
4. Store sample in a cool room.
5. Let the soil profile base on the record on each group.

RESULTS:

1. Sample 1

Construction site of the new gymnasium

Location at Holy Name University, Dampas
District, Tagbilaran City
File No. 1-A
Date June 15, 2015
Boring No. 1
Description of Soil Dark clayey soil
Depth to sample bottom 29 cm
Elevation of ground surface Flat surface
Number of samples in shipment 1
Type of sample Plastic cellophane
Condition of sample Disturbed

2. Sample 2
 Construction site of the new
Location gymnasium at Holy Name University,
Dampas District, Tagbilaran City
File No. 1-B
Date June 15, 2015
Boring No. 2
Description of Soil Yellowish to light soil
Depth to sample bottom stockpile
Elevation of ground surface stockpile
Number of samples in shipment 1
Type of sample Plastic cellophane
Condition of sample Disturbed

CONCLUSION: