Basic Soil Mechanics by R Whitlow

Basic Soil Mechanics by R Whitlow

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The 4th Edition of this respected work provides a new examination of the approaches to understanding soil behaviour and the presentation of theories and models to be used in solving practical problems and design. The unifying approach of critical state theory plays a more central role in this edition.

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Basic Soil Mechanics by R Whitlow

This successful text covers the basic principles of soil mechanics and the new edition includes a computer based simulation package.  This package will include a suite of interactive spreadsheet assignments covering a wide range of topics, an online reference manual, an online glossary of terms and symbols and a soil mechanics "quiz" for student self-assessment. Soil mechanics is a core component of all civil engineering studies and an important topic for building and construction. An understanding of the behaviour of soil and rocks is essential for anyone planning, constructing or maintaining buildings as all structures rely on their natural foundations for ultimate stability.
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ISBN 13 9780582381094
ISBN 10 0582381096
Title Basic Soil Mechanics
Author R Whitlow
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Pearson Education (US)
Year published 2000-08-09
Number of pages 592
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.