An Introduction to Laboratory Investigation of Soils with References


Book Description

Introductory technical guidance for civil and geotechnical engineers and construction managers interested in laboratory investigations of soils for foundations of buildings and other infrastructure, with references included. Here is what is discussed: 1. PURPOSE 2. TEST AND SAMPLE SELECTION 3. INDEX AND CLASSIFICATION TESTS 4. ENGINEERING PROPERTY TESTS - SOILS 5. ENGINEERING PROPERTY TESTS - ROCK 6. ENGINEERING PROPERTY TESTS - SHALES AND MOISTURE-SENSITIVE ROCKS 7. REFERENCES.