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Applied Mechanics Laboratory. [Lapham.]

9-2, S.

553. Strength of Materials.

Standard tests for cement and mortar; tensile tests of wire; determination
of the modulus of elasticity for various materials; tests of the physical
properties of steel in tension, compression, torsion; transverse tests of
timber. (Fall.)

554. Lubricants.

Tests to determine viscosity, density, flash and burning points, chill
point, and coefficient of friction for various typical lubricants. (Spring.)

555. Hydraulics.

Calibration of standard orifices and weir notches; determination of the
coefficient of friction in commercial pipe and elbows; complete test of a
steam pump. (Winter.)

(Written reports following accepted engineering forms constitute an
important part of these courses.)