Textbook of Geotechnical Engineering
By: Khan, Iqbal H
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BookPublisher: Delhi: Prentice-Hall of India Pvt.Ltd; 2005Edition: 2nd ed.Description: 476 p.ISBN: 8120326423 (paperback); 9788120326422 (paperback).Subject(s): Soil Mechanics | Geotechnical Engineerimg | Engineering geologyDDC classification: 624.151 Iqbal 23183 2nd 2005 Env.Science Summary: This revised and enlarged Second Edition is a result of the positive feedback and constructive suggestions received from academics and students alike on the first edition. It also reflects the many years of teaching experience of the author as also his experience in research and consultancy on the subject. While retaining the major contents of the earlier edition, the book consolidates on the subject, bringing in new areas of interest and concern. This text, which skillfully integrates theory and practice, would be suitable as a textbook for undergraduate students of civil engineering. The book can also be used, by a judicious choice of topics, by polytechnic students. In addition, practicing engineers would find the text very useful. What's New to This Edition - A new chapter covering various aspects of Environmental Geotechnology. This has become necessary since geotechnology has extensive applications in environment management, for example, solid waste management. - Computer programs are included wherever these were found essential in making calculations. Numerous Objective Type Questions are provided in the Appendix to enable students to comprehend the topics with ease.
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This revised and enlarged Second Edition is a result of the positive feedback and constructive suggestions received from academics and students alike on the first edition. It also reflects the many years of teaching experience of the author as also his experience in research and consultancy on the subject. While retaining the major contents of the earlier edition, the book consolidates on the subject, bringing in new areas of interest and concern. This text, which skillfully integrates theory and practice, would be suitable as a textbook for undergraduate students of civil engineering. The book can also be used, by a judicious choice of topics, by polytechnic students. In addition, practicing engineers would find the text very useful. What's New to This Edition - A new chapter covering various aspects of Environmental Geotechnology. This has become necessary since geotechnology has extensive applications in environment management, for example, solid waste management. - Computer programs are included wherever these were found essential in making calculations. Numerous Objective Type Questions are provided in the Appendix to enable students to comprehend the topics with ease.
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