Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering by Nagaratnam Sivakugan

This hands-on guide shows, step by step, how soil mechanics principles can be applied to solve geotechnical and foundation engineering problems. Presented in a straightforward, engaging style by an experienced PE, Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering: Fundamentals and Applications starts with the basics, assuming no prior knowledge, and gradually proceeds to more advanced topics. You will get rich illustrations, worked-out examples, and real-world case studies that help you absorb the critical points in a short time.

Coverage includes:

• Phase relations
• Soil classification
• Compaction
• Effective stresses
• Permeability and seepage
• Vertical stresses under loaded areas
• Consolidation
• Shear strength
• Lateral earth pressures
• Site investigation
• Shallow and deep foundations
• Earth retaining structures
• Slope stability
• Reliability-based design