Soils and Foundations for Engineering Technology

Liu, Cheng; Evett, Jack B.

ISBN 10: 0138219508 / ISBN 13: 9780138219505

Published by U.S.A.: Prentice Hall, 1987

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2ND EDITION HARDBACK BOOK IN NEAR FINE CONDITION.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Soils and Foundations for Engineering Technology
• Publisher: U.S.A.: Prentice Hall
• Publication Date: 1987
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0138219508
• ISBN 13: 9780138219505
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: Near Fine
• Seller catalogs:
  • Architecture
  • Science
  • construction

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Synopsis

For courses on Soils, Soil Mechanics, or Soils/Foundations in Departments of Civil Technology, Construction Technology, or Civil and Geotechnical Engineering.

Written in a clear, direct style, this practical text introduces students to the essentials of soil mechanics and foundations. Major emphasis is given to design and practical applications, which are supported by basic theory.

From the Back Cover

This introductory text/reference is a practical guide for soil mechanics principles, with application to real-world foundation design situations. It is presented in a clear, direct style with just enough mathematics to support the design concepts. There are ample diagrams, charts, and illustrations throughout to support the concepts.

New to this edition:

• The material on drilled shafts (Chapter 21) has been revised significantly to reflect the latest design methods.
• Several new illustrations have been added to enhance student comprehension.