University of Mosul-College of Engineering

Department of Civil Engineering

Postgraduate Studies-Diploma (Structures)
Advanced Concrete Technology
H.W2-May 2020

Q: Design a concrete mix for 28 days compressive strength using the following data:
1- Characteristic compressive strength of 40 MPa at 28 days
2- Margin, 8 N/mm2
3- Portland cement class 42.5
4- Slump required, 60-180 mm
5- Maximum aggregate size, 10 mm
6- Maximum free water/cement ratio, 0.50
7- Maximum cement content, 570 kg/m3
8- Minimum cement content, 300 kg/m3
9- Aggregate type, uncrushed
10- Aggregate relative density, 2.4
11- Fine aggregate, 80% passing a 600 µm sieve