Soils in Construction, 5th Edition - Essential Guide for Civil Engineers & Construction Professionals | Perfect for Site Analysis, Foundation Design & Geotechnical Studies

This book uses only simple mathematics and emphasizes applications to explore the nature of soils and how they can influence certain construction operations. An introduction to soil materials is followed by a discussion of soils in the construction contract. Specifications from example contracts influenced by soil materials are discussed, as are the applications of soil behavior principles. For contractors, owners, technicians, lawyers, and engineers in the construction field.