BIBLIO is the largest independent book marketplace in the world, with over 100 million books.

Skip to content

Geotechnical Engineering: A Practical Problem Solving Approach (Eureka)

Geotechnical Engineering: A Practical Problem Solving Approach (Eureka)

Geotechnical Engineering: A Practical Problem Solving Approach (Eureka)
Stock photo: cover may vary

Geotechnical Engineering: A Practical Problem Solving Approach (Eureka) Hardback - 2009

by Sivakugan, Nagaratnam

Add to wish list
  • New
  • Hardback

By adopting a hands-on approach, this textbook covers all of the major geotechnical topics in the simplest possible way. Readers learn the material through examples whereby geotechnical engineering principles are applied to solve real-life problems. Includes a DVD.

New

Description

J. Ross Publishing, 2009-12-01. Pap/DVD. hardcover. New. 7.40x1.10x9.10. Buy with confidence. Excellent Customer Service & Return policy.
Ask the seller a question Add to wish list
NZ$196.95
Free Delivery within USA
Standard delivery: 5 to 10 days
More delivery options
Dropship order
Ships from Ergodebooks (Texas, United States)
The BIBLIO Guarantee

Details

  • Title Geotechnical Engineering: A Practical Problem Solving Approach (Eureka)
  • Author Sivakugan, Nagaratnam
  • Binding Hardback
  • Edition Pap/DVD
  • Condition New
  • Pages 520
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher J. Ross Publishing
  • Publication date 2009-12-01
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Bookseller's Inventory # DADAX1604270160
  • ISBN 9781604270167 / 1604270160
  • Weight 2.01 lbs (0.91 kg)
  • Dimensions 9.1 x 7.5 x 1.1 in (23.11 x 19.05 x 2.79 cm)
  • Size 7.40x1.10x9.10
  • Category Technology & Industrial Arts
  • Library of Congress subjects Foundations, Soil mechanics
  • Library of Congress Catalogue Number 2009032547
  • Dewey Decimal Code 624.151
  • Quantity available 6

About Ergodebooks Texas, United States

Specialising in: Rare Books, Rare Dvd, Rare Video, Textbook
Biblio member since 2005

Our goal is to provide best customer service and good condition books for the lowest possible price. We are always honest about condition of book. We list book only by ISBN # and hence exact book is guaranteed.

Terms of Sale:

We have 30 day return policy.

Browse books from Ergodebooks

Reader reviews for Geotechnical Engineering: A Practical Problem Solving Approach (Eureka)

Write a review for this book

There are no reviews for this book yet. Be the first to write a review!

Your review will be anonymous unless you login or create an account first.

Overall rating
Remember: You’re rating the book as a work, not the seller or the condition of the specific copy you purchased!

Important Terms and Guidelines

  • Please focus on the book’s content and context. Also, add any personal comments as to how you enjoyed the book. Substantiate your likes and dislikes. You may make comparisons to other books.
  • Reviews must be at least 140 characters in length.
  • Please do not reveal critical plot elements.
  • This is not a help line. Contact customer support if you need help.
Your review must not include:
  • Obscenities, discriminatory language, or other insulting language not suitable for public domain
  • Advertisements, “spam” content, or references to other products, offers or websites.
  • Email addresses, URLs, phone numbers, physical addresses or other contact information.
  • Overly critical comments about other reviews or reviewers
  • Time-sensitive material (i.e. promotional tours, seminars, lectures, etc.)
  • Availability, price, or alternative ordering/shipping information

From the publisher

Geotechnical Engineering: A Practical Problem Solving Approach covers all of the major geotechnical topics in the simplest possible way adopting a hands-on approach with a very strong practical bias. You will learn the material through several worked examples that are representative of realistic field situations whereby geotechnical engineering principles are applied to solve real-life problems. There are a few carefully selected review exercises at the end of each chapter with answers given whenever possible. Also included are closed-book quizzes that should be completed within the specified times and will make you think and point you to what you have missed.


About the author

Dr. Nagaratnam Sivakugan is Associate Professor and Head of Civil & Environmental Engineering at the School of Engineering and Physical Sciences, James Cook University, Australia. He graduated from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka with First Class Honors, and received his MSCE and Ph.D. from Purdue University. As a Chartered Professional Engineer and Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland, he does substantial consulting work for geotechnical and mining companies throughout Australia and internationally. He is a Fellow of Engineers Australia. Dr. Sivakugan has published more than 50 scientific and technical papers in refereed international journals, and 50 more in refereed international conference proceedings.

Dr. Braja M. Das, Professor and Dean Emeritus, California State University, Sacramento, is presently a Geotechnical Consulting Engineer in the State of Nevada. He earned his M.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of Iowa and Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. He is a Fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers and is a registered professional engineer. He is the author of geotechnical engineering texts and reference books including Principles of Geotechnical Engineering, Principles of Foundation Engineering, Fundamentals of Geotechnical Engineering, and Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering. Dr. Das has served on the editorial boards of several international journals and is currently the Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Geotechnical Engineering. He has authored more than 250 technical papers in the area of geotechnical engineering.

Please wait a moment while we load the requested page.

tracking-