Geotechnical Engineering & Soil Testing

Intended for civil engineering undergraduates, this soil mechanics text contains lab experiments incorporating a range of testing methods. Features include integration of geotechnical topics with laboratory methods, numerous in-text problems, and laboratory testing methods that meet ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) Standards.
This innovative soil mechanics text is intended for civil engineering undergraduates and contains unique lab experiments incorporating the most up-to-date material and broad range of testing methods. Features include integration of geotechnical topics with laboratory methods, numerous in-text problems and updated laboratory testing methods that meet ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) Standards. Consolidation and triaxial test data and results coverage offers a careful examination not found in other texts and the noteworthy section on the New Unified System offers easy-to-use tables and flows charts.