Das, Braja M.,

Fundamentals of geotechnical engineering / Braja M. Das, Nagaratnam Sivakugan. - Fifth edition. - xx, 774 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.

Includes index.

Discover the essential components of two market-leading engineering texts in one powerful combined book. FUNDAMENTALS OF GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING, 5E offers a concise blend of critical information from Braja Das' market leading PRINCIPLES OF GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING and PRINCIPLES OF FOUNDATION ENGINEERING. This valuable, cohesive book focuses on the fundamental concepts of both soil mechanics and foundation engineering without the distraction of excessive details or cumbersome alternatives. A wealth of worked-out examples and useful supporting figures help you master key concepts and gain essential problem-solving skills. Prestigious authors Das and Sivakugan carefully balance today's most current research with practical field applications in a proven approach that has made Das' books undisputed leaders in the field. Accompanying resources, including MindTap®, further reinforce the key geotechnical engineering skills you need.

9781305635180


Geotechnical engineering--Textbooks.
Foundations--Textbooks.
Engineering geology--Textbooks.
Soil mechanics--Textbooks.

TA 775 / D37 2017