Soil Mechanics & Foundations 2/e(內附光碟) [Budhu] 0471431176

This accessible, clear and concise textbook strikes a balance between theory and practical applications for an introductory course in soil mechanics for undergraduates in civil engineering, construction, mining and geological engineering.

Soil Mechanics Fundamentals lays a solid foundation on key principles of soil mechanics for application in later engineering courses as well as in engineering practice. With this textbook, students will learn how to conduct a site investigation, acquire an understanding of the physical and mechanical properties of soils and methods of determining them, and apply the knowledge gained to analyse and design earthworks, simple foundations, retaining walls and slopes.

The author discusses and demonstrates contemporary ideas and methods of interpreting the physical and mechanical properties of soils for both fundamental knowledge and for practical applications.

頁數：634
版次：第2版
年份：2007年
規格：精裝/彩色
ISBN：0471431176

1. Introduction to Soil Mechanics and Foundations.
2. Geological Characteristics of Soils and Soils Investigation.
3. Physical Soil Parameters.
4. One-Dimensional Flow of Water through Soils.
5. Stresses, Strains and Elastic Deformations of Soils.
6. One-Dimensional Consolidation Settlement of Fine-Grained Soils.
7. Shear Strength of Soils.
8. A Critical State Model to Interpret Soil Behavior.
9. Bearing Capacity of Soils and Settlement of Shallow Foundations.
10. Pile Foundations.
11. Two-Dimensional Flow of Water through Soils.
12. Stability of Earth Retaining Structures.
13. Slope Stability.
Appendix A. A Collection of Frequently Used Soil Parameters and Correlations.
Appendix B. Distribution of Surface Stresses within Finite Soil Layers.
Appendix C. Lateral Earth Pressure Coefficients.