Civil Engineer's Reference Book

by L S Blake (Editor)

Overview

After an examination of fundamental theories as applied to civil engineering, authoritative coverage is included on design practice for certain materials and specific structures and applications. A particular feature is the incorporation of chapters on construction and site practice, including contract management and control.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780750619646
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	03/21/1994
Edition description:	REVISED
Pages:	1248
Product dimensions:	7.44(w) x 9.69(h) x (d)

About the Author

Dr L. S. Blake is a Consultant and former Director of the Construction Industry Research and Information Association.

Table of Contents

Mathematics and statistics; Strength of materials; Theory of structures; Materials; Hydraulics; Engineering surveying; Photogrammetry and remote sensing; Geology for engineers; Soil mechanics; Rock mechanics; Site investigation; Reinforced and prestressed concrete design; Practical steelwork design; Aluminium and aluminium alloys; Load bearing masonry; Timber design; Foundations design; Dams and embankments; Loadings; Bridges; Buildings; Hydraulic structures; Highways; Airports; Railways; Ports and Harbours; Electrical power supply; Water supplies; Sewerage and sewage treatment; Land drainage irrigation and river maintenance; Coastal and maritime engineering; Tunnels and tunnelling; Contract management and control; Setting out on site; Temporary works; Selection and operating of plant and equipment; Concrete construction; Welded structure fabrication; Steelwork erection; Buried pipeline and sewer construction; Dredging; Underwater working; Demolition; Offshore construction.

Editorial Reviews

**** A classic reference, earlier editions of which are cited in Sheehy and BCL3. Last revised in 1975, the fourth edition incorporates the technological advances that have occurred as well as the evolving needs of clients in almost all forms of construction, maintenance, and repair. Greater prominence has been given to the special problems relating to work overseas. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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