Writing Civil Engineering Lab Reports

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Lab Reports are factual presentations of test results done in a materials lab. Typically, lab reports discuss materials and procedures as well as describe the details of a test. As a student, you'll write lab reports not only for a passing grade, but to learn from the observations you make. As an engineer in industry, you'll read many lab reports. Whether or not you write lab reports in industry depends on the company you work for and your position there.