Laboratories

Material Testing Laboratory

The Material Testing Laboratory serves as a pivotal hub for evaluating and analysing the physical and mechanical properties of construction materials. It stands as an essential facility for students, researchers, and professionals in the field. This laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art instruments and apparatus designed to conduct a wide array of tests on materials such as concrete, asphalt, steel, soil, aggregates, and more. These tests play a crucial role in ensuring the quality, durability, and safety of structures, infrastructure, and building materials. The laboratory not only facilitates practical learning experiences for students but also supports innovative research initiatives, enabling the development of robust, sustainable, and resilient construction materials for the ever-evolving demands of the civil engineering industry.
The following major instruments/ equipment are available.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

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Commercial Testing facility is also available in this lab

• Aggregate testing (specific gravity, absorption, sieve analysis, fineness modulus, flakiness index, elongation index, soundness, and unit weight)
• Cement testing (consistency, setting time, expansion, mortar strength, flexural strength, and drying shrinkage)
• Concrete testing (compressive strength of cubes, cylinders, cores, pavers, masonry blocks, and large specimens)
• Concrete mix design and quality control evaluation
• Non-destructive concrete testing including ultrasonic pulse velocity measurements
• Steel testing including tensile strength, proof stress, modulus of elasticity, compression, shear, impact, bend, and re-bend tests
• Verification and validation of material testing reports

         For further details, please contact:

• Dr. Sadaqat Ullah Khan (Professor and Chairperson / Lab Supervisor)

          Email: ccd_tiest@neduet.edu.pk

• Engr. Shahzaib Ahmed Shaikh (Lab Engineer / In charge)

         Email: ahmed.shahzaib@neduet.edu.pk

• Mr. Jalendar (Lab Technician)

Soil Mechanics and Transportation Laboratory

The Soil Mechanics and Transportation Laboratory integrates the study of geotechnical and transportation engineering, providing students with practical exposure to the analysis and testing of soils, aggregates, bituminous materials, and pavement construction materials. The laboratory is equipped to perform a wide range of tests related to soil classification, compaction, permeability, shear strength, bearing capacity, asphalt properties, and pavement materials. Through hands-on experimentation, students develop the technical skills required for foundation engineering, highway design, pavement evaluation, and transportation infrastructure development. The laboratory also supports research activities and material testing services for industry and public sector projects.

 

                                                      
                                                     

        Commercial Testing facility is also available in this lab

• Natural moisture content determination
• Atterberg limits (Liquid Limit, Plastic Limit, and Plasticity Index)
• Shrinkage limit determination
• Soil classification and particle size distribution analysis
• Specific gravity of soil
• Standard and Modified Proctor Compaction Tests
• Field density testing (Sand Cone Method)
• Relative density of cohesionless soils
• Permeability testing for coarse and fine-grained soils
• Consolidation and settlement analysis
• Swell and collapse potential assessment
• Free swell index determination
• Unconfined compression testing
• Direct shear testing
• Vane shear testing
• California Bearing Ratio (CBR) testing
• Triaxial shear testing (UU, CU, and CD)
• Hydraulic conductivity determination
• Organic matter and chemical content analysis
• Asphalt penetration test
• Asphalt ductility test
• Softening point determination
• Bitumen extraction and content analysis
• Specific gravity of bituminous materials
• Flash and fire point testing
• Viscosity testing
• Los Angeles abrasion test
• Aggregate impact value test
• Aggregate crushing value test
• Aggregate grading and soundness evaluation
• Unit weight and density determination of aggregates

          For further details, please contact:

•  Dr. Sadaqat Ullah Khan (Professor and Chairperson/ Lab Supervisor)

          Email: ccd_tiest@neduet.edu.pk

•  Engr. Engr. Amir Hamza (Lab Engineer / In charge)

          Email: amirhamza@neduet.edu.pk

•  Mr. Muhammad Akram (Lab Technician)

Environmental & Chemistry Laboratory

The Environmental and Chemistry Laboratories are state-of-the-art research and educational facilities dedicated to advancing knowledge in the fields of chemistry and environmental science. These well-equipped labs provide an invaluable resource for students, researchers, and professionals seeking to explore the intricate intersections between chemistry, environmental analysis, and civil engineering.
In the Chemistry Lab, students have access to essential tools such as pH meters, spectrophotometers, flame photometers, drying ovens, and triple beam balances.
The Environmental Lab is specifically tailored for research and analysis related to environmental science and quality assessment. Here, a suite of equipment, including water quality meters, turbidity meters, and sound meters, empowers researchers to measure and assess a range of environmental parameters.

 

                                                    
                                                    

Commercial Testing facility are under development in this lab

• pH analysis
• Sulfate content determination
• Chloride content determination
• Electrical conductivity testing
• Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) analysis
• Water hardness determination
• Organic matter analysis
• Filterable and non-filterable solids (TSS and TDS)
• Water quality assessment and environmental monitoring
• Chemical characterization of water and environmental samples
• Environmental compliance and quality evaluation services

         For further details, please contact:

• Dr. Sadaqat Ullah Khan (Professor and Chairperson / Lab Supervisor)

         Email: ccd_tiest@neduet.edu.pk

• Engr. Muhammad Hassan (Lab Engineer / In charge)

         Email: mhassan@cloud.neduet.edu.pk

• Mr. Asadullah Memon (Lab Technician)

Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics Laboratory

The Fluid Mechanics Laboratory is a state-of-the-art facility equipped with a range of specialized apparatus and equipment to support research and practical experimentation in the field of fluid mechanics and hydraulic engineering. This laboratory offers students and researchers the opportunity to explore various fluid dynamics principles and phenomena, such as Bernoulli's principle, water hammer, losses in pipes and bends, open channel flow, and the impact of jet, among others. It houses essential equipment like the Hydraulic Bench and Osborne Reynolds Apparatus to facilitate hands-on learning and investigation of fluid properties and behaviours. The laboratory serves as a crucial hub for advancing knowledge and skills in fluid mechanics within the civil engineering department, allowing students and faculty to conduct experiments, analyse results, and gain practical insights into the dynamics of fluids in diverse engineering applications.

                                                    
                                                    

 

        Commercial Testing facility are under development in this lab

         For further details, please contact:

• Dr. Muhammad Aslam Bhutto (Associate Professor / Lab Supervisor)

         Email: mabhutto@neduet.edu.pk

• Engr. Shahid Samand Mahar (Lab Engineer / In charge)

         Email: shahidsamand@neduet.edu.pk

• Mr. Muhammad Akram (Lab Technician)

Surveying and Engineering Mechanics Laboratory

The Surveying and Engineering Mechanics Laboratory provides students with practical training in land surveying and engineering mechanics. Equipped with modern surveying instruments and experimental apparatus, the laboratory enables students to develop skills in measurement, mapping, levelling, structural behaviour, force systems and motion analysis. The facility helps bridge theoretical concepts with practical applications, preparing students for professional work in construction, infrastructure development, and engineering design.

                                                    
                                                    
                                                    

         Commercial Testing facility is also in this lab

         For further details, please contact:

• Dr. Muhammad Aslam Bhutto (Associate Professor / Lab Supervisor)

         Email: mabhutto@neduet.edu.pk

• Engr. Waqas Raza (Lecturer / In charge)

         Email: waqas@cloud.neduet.edu.pk

• Mr. Muhammad Riaz (Lab Technician)

Computer Laboratory

The Computer Laboratory is equipped with modern high-performance computer systems and specialized engineering software required for academic, research, and design activities. Students have access to industry-standard applications such as AutoCAD, Revit, ETABS, MATLAB, Python, and other engineering software used in professional practice. The laboratory provides a technology-enabled learning environment that supports design projects, simulations, technical analysis, and digital skill development.

 

                                                    

         For further details, please contact:

• Dr. Sadaqat Ullah Khan (Professor and Chairperson / Lab Supervisor)

         Email: ccd_tiest@neduet.edu.pk

• Engr. Aqsa Murad (Lecturer / In charge)

         Email: aqsa.murad@neduet.edu.pk

• Mr. Touqeer Ali (Lab Technician)

Drawing Hall

The Drawing Hall serves as a dedicated space for engineering graphics, technical drawing, and design-related activities. It provides students with an environment that supports the development of drafting, visualization, and presentation skills essential for civil engineering and related disciplines. The facility accommodates both manual and computer-assisted design exercises as part of the academic curriculum.

                                                                               

         For further details, please contact:

• Dr. Sadaqat Ullah Khan (Professor and Chairperson / Lab Supervisor)

         Email: ccd_tiest@neduet.edu.pk

• Engr. Aqsa Murad (Lecturer / In charge)

         Email: aqsa.murad@neduet.edu.pk

• Mr. Touqeer Ali (Lab Technician)