The newly updated 7th Edition of Soils and Foundations
Item #: 330-1490-07
ISBN: 0132221381
ISBN13: 9780132221382
Author: Cheng Liu, Jack Evett, Ph.D. Publisher: Prentice Hall Manufacturer: Prentice Hall Manufacturer Item #: 132221381 Format: Hardcover
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Soils and Foundations is an ideal reference for students studying soils and foundations, geotechnical engineering, soil mechanics, and foundation engineering.
The 7th edition of Soils and Foundations is written specifically for the beginning student, and presents the salient and essential aspects of soils and foundations in a simple and straightforward manner. The book is filled with examples and step-by-step solutions that serve to provide students with a better understanding of how to apply the material. The book also features end-of-chapter homework problems, as well as new material on soil consistency, overconsolidated clay, degree of consolidation, vibroflotation and the settlement of sand.
Table of Contents:
1. Formation of Natural Soil Deposits
2. Engineering Properties of Soils
3. Soil Exploration
4. Soil Compaction and Stabilization
5. Water in Soil
6. Stress Distribution in Soil
7. Consolidation of Soil and Settlement of Structures