ICE Core Concepts : Geotechnical Engineering
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ICE Core Concepts: Geotechnical Engineering is an engaging, practical introduction to the analysis, design, construction, maintenance and renovation of geotechnical structures. Each chapter presents concise coverage of a core subject area in geotechnical engineering. Topics covered include site investigation, ground improvement techniques, shallow foundations, deep foundations, retaining structures, slopes, embankments, earth dams, machine foundations and reinforced soil structures. Key features include worked examples throughout the chapters, easily digestible topic summaries, over 100 explanatory diagrams, and suggestions for further reading.
Revised and updated, this new edition features
- a new chapter covering special topics, including drains and filters, buried structures and tunnels, earth anchors, pavement structures, marine structures, and containment liner system and landfills
- updates to existing chapters include sustainability considerations, further site investigation techniques, and additional coverage of ground improvement, deep foundations, retaining structures and earth dams
- further illustrative examples, multiple-choice and numerical/conceptual problems as questions for practice.
ICE Core Concepts: Geotechnical Engineering provides broad coverage of geotechnical engineering in a concise and accessible format, and is ideal for students, practising engineers and other related professionals who require a concise introduction to the subject. Together, ICE Core Concepts: Geotechnical Engineering and ICE Core Concepts: Soil Mechanics provide a comprehensive introduction to geotechnical engineering.
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