The Dbs Handbook of Plant Protection - Hardcover

Devendra Singh Chauhcan

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 9382423087 ISBN 13: 9789382423089

Synopsis

Textbook of Engineering Geology presents comprehensively a study of geology from a civil engineering perspective. The author contends that mere technical perfection cannot ensure the safety and success of large-scale civil engineering constructions, such as bridges, tunnels and dams. To achieve these, the geology of a site needs to be assessed. This book aims to fulfill such objectives. The book begins with an introduction to the basic concepts of the different branches of geology. It further deals with their relevance from a civil engineering point of view. Relevant case studies have been included to highlight the practical relevance of the subject. While Stratigraphy has been given due emphasis, relevant details on ground water, earthquakes, landslides, geophysical investigations and engineering properties of rocks have been included. The book is amply supplemented with illustrations, thereby adding to the richness and lucidity of the text. This book, primarily aimed at undergraduate civil engineering students, deals with the relevance of geology for safe and successful large-scale civil engineering constructions. It may also serve as a sourcebook for practicing civil engineers.

Edition details

• Publication date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9382423087
• ISBN 13: 9789382423089
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1