Geotechnical testing, observation, and documentation
Title:
Geotechnical testing, observation, and documentation
Author:
Davis, Tim, 1954-
ISBN:
9780784472095
(electronic
bk.)
0784472092
Personal Author:
Edition:
2nd ed.
Publication Information:
Reston, VA : American Society of Civil Engineers, c2008.
Physical Description:
1 online resource (xi, 214 p.) : ill., forms.
General Note:
Includes index.
Contents:
The classification of soil -- Exploration techniques and sampling methods -- Basic laboratory tests -- Field density tests -- Soil engineering for the technician -- Geology for the technician -- Project management for the technician -- Loss prevention -- Safety in the field -- Putting it all together : an example project -- A technician's quick reference -- Glossary of geotechnical-related terms -- Answer keys -- Sample field forms and details -- Afterword
Abstract:
"Geotechnical Testing, Observation, and Documentation, Second Edition, is valuable for training new technicians and providing a refresher course for veterans. Soil technicians contemplating the NICET or ICC certification exams will find Tim Davis's book an essential test preparation aid."--BOOK JACKET.
Genre:
Electronic Access:
Knovel http://app.knovel.com/web/toc.v/cid:kpGTODE00N