WHAT IS INDIAN STANDARDS (IS) CODE IN CIVIL ENGINEERING
In the context of civil engineering, “code” typically refers to a set of rules and specifications for design, construction, and materials, which are established by authorities to ensure safety, quality, and consistency in engineering practices.
In India, these are known as Indian Standards (IS) codes, which are a series of standardized specifications and practices for various aspects of civil engineering work. They cover a wide range of topics, including materials like cement and concrete, construction practices, structural engineering, and more.
These codes are essential for civil engineers to follow during the planning, design, and construction phases of projects to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
For example, in India, the Indian Standards (IS) codes are a collection of such regulations that guide various aspects of civil engineering work.
Here are a few examples of IS codes relevant to civil engineering:
- IS 456:2000: Plain and Reinforced Concrete - Code of Practice.
- IS 383:1970: Specifications for Coarse and Fine Aggregate from Natural Sources for Concrete.
- IS 2386: Methods of Test for Aggregates for Concrete, with various parts detailing different tests.
These codes cover a wide range of topics, from the quality of materials like cement and aggregate to the practices for designing and constructing buildings and infrastructure.
following are the few civil engineering codes -
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S.NO |
IS- CODE |
DESCRIPTION |
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1. |
Code of practice for plain and reinforced concrete |
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2. |
Code of practice for bending and fixing of bars for concrete
reinforcement |
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3. |
Specification for Coarse and Fine aggregate for use in mass concrete |
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4. |
Code of practice for brickworks. |
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5. |
Methods of sampling and analysis of concrete. |
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6. |
Methods of test for the strength of concrete. |
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7. |
Code of practice for general construction in steel |
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8. |
Dimensions for hot rolled steel beam, column, channel, and angle
sections |
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9. |
Protective Barriers in and Around Buildings - Code of Safety |
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10. |
Code of Practice for Anti-Termite Measures in Buildings |
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11. |
Code of Practice for Anti-Termite Measures in Buildings |
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12. |
Code of practice External Rendered. Finishes for Walls, |
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13. |
Plywood for concrete shuttering work. |
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14. |
Common Burnt Clay Building Bricks - specification. |
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15. |
Methods of testing for the strength of concrete. |
