General Format

Lab reports, like other kinds of writing, have an organized format. The format depends on how the report will be used and what headings your readers expect to find. For example, in industry, a design engineer reading a report may be concerned only about a test's results and not the procedures or equipment used. On the other hand, a peer in your class reading your report may need to know what equipment you used and how you conducted your test.

Most lab reports follow a general format. However, you may be required to use different headings or to present your data in a different order. You may also be required to include or exclude specific information. Be sure to check with your instructor before using the format depicted here. To learn more, choose any of items below:

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Writing Civil Engineering Lab Reports

General Format