Earth Science for Civil and Environmental Engineers
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Description
This carefully targeted and rigorous new textbook introduces engineering students to the fundamental principles of applied Earth science, highlighting how modern soil and rock mechanics, geomorphology, hydrogeology, seismology and environmental geochemistry affect geotechnical and environmental practice. Key geological topics of engineering relevance including soils and sediments, rocks, groundwater, and geologic hazards are presented in an accessible and engaging way. A broad range of international case studies add real-world context, and demonstrate practical applications in field and laboratory settings to guide…
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Key features
- Tailored specifically to enable civil and environmental engineering students to master the aspects of geoscience they need for a successful career
- Avoids being a simplified course in physical geology by integrating solid, fluid and soil mechanics into the text
- Covers relevant topics at an appropriate level, without the need for prior geological training
- Contains detailed case studies and over 300 informative illustrations which bring topics to life and underscore the role of Earth science in accurate site characterization and mitigating against natural hazards
About the book
- DOI https://doi.org/10.1017/9781139046336
- Subjects Applied Geoscience, Petroleum and Mining Geoscience,Civil and Geotechnical Engineering,Earth and Environmental Sciences,Engineering
- Format: Hardback
- Publication date: 14 March 2019
- ISBN: 9780521847254
- Dimensions (mm): 276 x 219 mm
- Weight: 1.6kg
- Contains: 320 b/w illus. 2 maps 59 tables 99 exercises
- Page extent: 492 pages
- Availability: In stock
- Format: Digital
- Publication date: 20 March 2019
- ISBN: 9781139046336
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