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📘 Indian Standard Codes for Problem Analysis Laboratory (Structural Engineering)

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📋 List of IS Codes Relevant to Structural Defects, NDT, and RC Analysis

S. No.	IS Code	Title / Description	Relevant Experiment / Unit
1	IS 456:2000	Code of Practice for Plain and Reinforced Concrete	Experiments 1–4, 6
2	IS 516 (Part 5/Sec 1):2018	Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity (UPV) Test – Measurement of Concrete Uniformity	Experiment 5
3	IS 516 (Part 5/Sec 2):2021	Half-Cell Potential Measurement – Detection of Reinforcement Corrosion	Experiment 5
4	IS 516 (Part 5/Sec 4):2020	Rebound Hammer Test – Estimation of Concrete Surface Strength	Experiment 5
5	IS 516 (General)	Methods of Tests for Strength of Concrete	Experiments 1–6
6	IS 456 (Serviceability)	Deflection limits and design for serviceability	Experiment 3

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📝 Note:

• This list includes key codes relevant to defect identification, monitoring, and RC analysis.
• Students are encouraged to consult additional IS codes, handbooks, and case studies based on the specific structural problems they observe.
• Always refer to the latest versions of IS codes from the BIS portal for your analysis and reporting.

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