Civil Engineering Solved Problems


Book Description

Civil Engineering Solved Problems includes more than 370 problem scenarios representing a broad range of the NCEES Civil PE exam topics. The problem scenarios are instructionally designed so that you learn how to identify and apply related concepts and equations. The breadth of topics covered and the varied complexities of the problems allow you to assess and strengthen your problem-solving skills. Step-by-step solutions demonstrate accurate, efficient solving methods.




101 Solved Civil Engineering Problems


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Of all the PE exams, more people take the civil than any other discipline. The eight-hour, open-book, multiple-choice exam is given every April and October. The exam format is breadth-and-depth -- all examinees are tested on the breadth of civil engineering in the morning session; in the afternoon, they select one of five specialties to be tested on in-depth. Our civil PE books are current with the exam; they reflect the new format, and they reference all the same codes used on the exam.101 Solved Problems, for extra problem-solving practice. -- Practice problems in essay format cover a wide range of breadth-and-depth exam topics -- Includes full solutions




Structural Engineering Solved Problems : Comprehensive Practice for the Structural Engineering (SE) and Civil PE Exams


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Structural Engineering Solved Problems contains 100 practice problems representing a broad range of topics on the Structural Engineering (SE) and Civil PE exams. Each problem provides an opportunity to apply your knowledge of structural engineering concepts. The breadth of topics covered and the varied complexities of the problems allow you to assess and strengthen your problem-solving skills. Problems in both qualitative and quantitative formats are included, and solutions use the same codes and standards adopted for the exam. Step-by-step solutions are used to solve numerical problems, and detailed explanations are given for qualitative problems. Structural Engineering Solved Problems will help you to familiarize yourself with the exam topics connect relevant structural engineering theories to challenging problems navigate through exam-adopted codes and standards identify accurate and efficient problem-solving approaches Topics Covered Foundations and Retaining Structures Masonry Design Seismic Design Structural Analysis Structural Concrete Design Structural Steel Design Timber Design Codes and Standards Used in This Book AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications (AASHTO) Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures (ACI 530/530.1) Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete (ACI 318) International Building Code (IBC) Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures (ASCE/SEI7) National Design Specification for Wood Construction ASD/LRFD (NDS) PCI Design Handbook: Precast and Prestressed Concrete (PCI) Seismic Design Manual (AISC 325) Special Design Provisions for Wind and Seismic with Commentary (SDPWS) Steel Construction Manual (AISC 327) North American Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Members (AISI)




Civil Engineering PE Practice Exams: Breadth and Depth


Book Description

Don't Let the Real Test Be Your First Test! Presented in the Breadth and Depth format of the actual exam, this comprehensive guide is filled with hundreds of realistic practice questions based on the Principles and Practice of Civil Engineering (PE-CIVIL) exam, given by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES). Detailed solutions, including equations and diagrams, are provided for every question. Civil Engineering PE Practice Exams offers intensive test preparation and is the perfect companion to Civil Engineering PE All-in-One Exam Guide. COVERS ALL EXAM TOPICS, INCLUDING: Structural: materials, member design, design criteria Geotechnical: soil mechanics, foundations, excavation, seismic issues Water resources and environmental: hydraulics, hydrology, water supply and quality, wastewater treatment Transportation: capacity analysis, planning, freeways, multilane highways Construction: scheduling, estimating, quality control, safety




246 Solved Structural Engineering Problems


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Nothing builds your confidence for an exam like solving problems. 246 Solved Structural Engineering Problems will help you prepare for the NCEES Structural I and II exams, the California state structural exam, and the structural module of the civil PE exam. In each chapter, problems are arranged in order of increasing complexity, offering practice levels appropriate for each of these tests. Exam topics covered are Structural Analysis Structural Concrete Structural Steel Timber Seismic Analysis Foundation Design Masonry In the structural steel chapter, problems may be solved with either the AISC ASD or LRFD method, whichever you're comfortable with. (The NCEES exams permit either method; the California exam requires use of both methods.) Solutions show all essential steps.




120 Solved Surveying Problems for the California Special Civil Engineer Examination


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Solving these 120 exam-like surveying problems will help you gain confidence to take and pass the surveying portion of the California Special Civil Engineer exam. Complete solutions allow you to check your solving methods so you'll understand how to efficiently reach the correct answers. Information is provided about the exam format and how to best use this book for successful exam preparation.




Civil Engineering Problems and Solutions


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Written by 6 professors, each with a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering; A detailed description of the examination and suggestions on how to prepare for it; 195 exam, essay, and multiple-choice problems with a total of 510 individual questions; A complete 24-problem sample exam; A detailed step-by-step solution for every problem in the book; This book may be used as a separate, stand-alone volume or in conjunction with Civil Engineering License Review, 14th Edition (0-79318-546-7). Its chapter topics match those of the License Review book. All of the problems have been reproduced for each chapter, followed by detailed step-by-step solutions. Similarly, the 24-problem sample exam (12 essay and 12 multiple-choice problems) is given, followed by step-by-step solutions to the exam. Engineers looking for a CE/PE review with problems and solutions will buy both books. Those who want only an elaborate set of exam problems, a sample exam, and detailed solutions to every problem will purchase this book. 100% problems and solutions.




PPI PE Civil Practice Problems, 16th Edition – Comprehensive Practice for the NCEES PE Civil Exam


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CEPP16 - The Most Comprehensive Practice on the Market for the PE Civil exam! PE Civil Practice Problems contains over 900 problems designed to reinforce your knowledge of the topics presented in the PE Civil Reference Manual (CERM16). Short, multiple-choice problems that focus on individual engineering concepts and longer, more complex problems challenge your skills in identifying and applying related engineering concepts. Problems will also familiarize you with the codes and standards you’ll use on the civil engineering exam. Topics Covered: Civil Breadth Project Planning; Means and Methods; Soil Mechanics; Structural Mechanics; Hydraulics and Hydrology; Geometrics; Materials; Site Development Construction Earthwork Construction and Layout; Estimating Quantities and Costs; Construction Operations and Methods; Scheduling; Material Quality Control and Production; Temporary Structures; Health and Safety Geotechnical Site Characterization; Soil Mechanics, Laboratory Testing, and Analysis; Field Materials Testing, Methods, and Safety; Earthquake Engineering and Dynamic Loads; Earth Structures; Groundwater and Seepage; Problematic Soil and Rock Conditions; Earth Retaining Structures; Shallow Foundations; Deep Foundations Structural Analysis of Structures; Design and Details of Structures; Codes and Construction Transportation Traffic Engineering; Horizontal Design; Vertical Design; Intersection Geometry; Roadside and Cross-Section Design; Signal Design; Traffic Control Design; Geotechnical and Pavement; Drainage; Alternatives Analysis Water Resources and Environmental Analysis and Design; Hydraulics–Closed Conduit; Hydraulics–Open Channel; Hydrology; Groundwater and Wells; Wastewater Collection and Treatment; Water Quality; Drinking Water Distribution and Treatment; Engineering Economic Analysis Key Features: Over 900 practice problems to help prepare you for the NCEES PE Civil Exam. Frequent references to figures, tables, equations, and appendices in the PE Civil Reference Manual. Six-minute, multiple-choice problems that follow the NCEES PE Civil exam problem format and focus on individual engineering concepts. Complex problems that challenge your skills in identifying and applying related engineering concepts. Equally supports U.S. customary and SI units and meticulously identifies units that carry through in all calculations.




PPI Structural Engineering Solved Problems for the SE Exam, 7th Edition – Comprehensive Practice in Structural Engineering Concepts, Methods, and Standards for the NCEES SE Exam


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Comprehensive Practice in Structural Engineering Concepts, Methods, and Standards​ Structural Engineering Solved Problems for the SE Exam contains 100 practice problems representing a broad range of topics on the SE exam. Problems of varied complexity in both qualitative and quantitative formats are included, and solutions use the same codes and standards adopted for the exam. Step-by-step solutions are used to solve numerical problems, and detailed explanations are given for qualitative problems. Get your SE Structural Engineering Reference Manual study schedules at ppi2pass.com/downloads. Topics Covered Foundations and Retaining Structures Masonry Design Seismic Design Structural Analysis Structural Concrete Design Structural Steel Design Timber Design Referenced Codes and Standards AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications (AASHTO) Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures (TMS 402/602) Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete (ACI 318) International Building Code (IBC) Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures (ASCE/SEI7) National Design Specification for Wood Construction ASD/LRFD and National Design Specification Supplement, Design Values for Wood Construction (NDS) North American Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Members (AISI) PCI Design Handbook: Precast and Prestressed Concrete (PCI) Seismic Design Manual (AISC 327) Special Design Provisions for Wind and Seismic with Commentary (SDPWS) Steel Construction Manual (AISC 325) Key Features Connect relevant structural engineering theories to challenging problems. Assess and strengthen your problem-solving skills. Identify accurate and efficient problem-solving approaches. Binding: Paperback Publisher: PPI, A Kaplan Company




Civil Engineering Materials


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For junior-level courses on Civil Engineering Materials, Construction Materials, Materials of Construction, and Materials of Architecture in departments of Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Architecture, Engineering Technology, and Agricultural Engineering. This book deals with properties, applications and analysis of important materials of construction/civil engineering. It offers full coverage of how materials are made or obtained, their physical properties, their mechanical properties, how they are used in construction, how they are tested in the lab, and their strength characteristics--information that is essential for material selection and elementary design.