Geotechnical testing, observation, and documentation /

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Davis, Tim, 1954-
Corporate Author: Knovel (Firm)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Reston, VA : American Society of Civil Engineers, [2008]
Edition:2nd ed.
Subjects:
Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
Table of Contents:
  • Ch. 1. The classification of soil
  • Ch. 2. Exploration techniques and sampling methods
  • Ch. 3. Basic laboratory tests
  • Ch. 4. Field density tests
  • Ch. 5. Soil engineering for the technician
  • Ch. 6. Geology for the technician
  • Ch. 7. Project management for the technician
  • Ch. 8. Loss prevention
  • Ch. 9. Safety in the field
  • Ch. 10. Putting it all together : an example project
  • Ch. 11. A technician's quick reference
  • App. A. Glossary of geotechnical-related terms
  • App. B. Answer keys
  • App. C. Sample field forms and details
  • Afterword / Robert D. King.