Book Description
The Most Trusted Reference for the Civil PE Exam…is Also the Most Up-To-Date

As the most comprehensive reference and study guide available for engineers preparing for the breadth-and-depth civil PE examination, the tenth edition of the Civil Engineering Reference Manual provides a concentrated review of the exam topics. No other exam-focused publication is more complete. CERM10 provides the topical review and the support material you need to pass the civil PE exam.

New for the 10th Edition New structural design standards Updates to over 14 chapters 12 new concrete column interaction diagrams Revised tables of data and fundamental constants 100 new index entries

Customer Reviews (58)

real great
it contains all what you realy need ,not forget any ,and not overexplain
like it is exact what you (as an engineer) should look for .

you need this to pass the PE exam
take 3 months of your life and spend them working every problem in this book, then you may just pass the PE exam.

good for the exam and an overall good reference book

Great Reference Material
This CERM is a great resource to have for studying and is very useful for the morning(breadth) session of the PE.I don't think I used it at all for the afternoon session as the industry resources are needed for the afternoon (depth) session.It's a must have.

PE Review
The best resource you can get to refresh your memory in preparation for the PE exam!

Is there an 11th edition of the Lindbergh PE review book coming out soon?
Does anyone know if the 11th edition will be coming out anytime soon? I will be taking the PE exam in 2008, and I need to buy a book, but I don't want to buy the 10th and then the 11th comes out right away...I'm in a dilemna because I need the book NOW to start studying!

Thanks!! ... Read more

Book Description
First published in 1995, the award-winning Civil Engineering Handbook soon became known as the field's definitive reference. To retain its standing as a complete, authoritative resource, the editors have incorporated into this edition the many changes in techniques, tools, and materials that over the last seven years have found their way into civil engineering research and practice.The Civil Engineering Handbook, Second Edition is more comprehensive than ever. You'll find new, updated, and expanded coverage in every section. In fact, more than 1/3 of the handbook is new or substantially revised. In particular you'll find increased focus on computing reflecting the rapid advances in computer technology that has revolutionized many aspects of civil engineering.You'll use it as a survey of the field, you'll use it to explore a particular subject, but most of all you'll use The Civil Engineering Handbook to answer the problems, questions, and conundrums you encounter in practice. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

all-inclusive, but not too useful on the P.E. exam
If you operate a plant, or design frequently, or if you consult, and often are challenged with new concepts, this is useful, but I purchased it for use in the P.E. last year and it's not as useful as I'd hoped for that.It's just too much un-related information, and frankly, it covers a lot of NON-civil topics, too.On many common civil topics, it's mute, or nearly so.I know others who've found it a good desk reference, however.

HUGE
This is an incredible reference book for any civil engineer.The price may appear a bit high but for the amount of information you are getting one could argue it is actually cheap!This is the most inclusive handbook I have ever used. ... Read more

Book Description
The best way to prepare for the civil PE exam is to solve problems - the more problems, the better. Practice Problems for the Civil Engineering PE Exam provides you with the breadth and depth of problem-solving practice you need to successfully prepare for the exam. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (18)

Tough problems that help you learn
I'vejust started to use this book and the problems are tough!I thought my chances on the PE exam were quite bleak, but the goal of the book is to expose you to very difficult complex problems so that when you get to the exam you breeze through.I appreciate this method a lot and am sure to have the confidence to take on the exam.In comparison to the NCEES sample questions, I would consider this book the much better buy.The NCEES sample questions are good to have but these practice problems are a better way to prepare.

Good luck!

Save Your Money
The 9th Edition CERM contains practice problems in it but no solutions.This book contains the same problems as those shown in the 9th Ed. CERM, and also contains the solutions. However, the solutions do not always give a clear indication as to why the method was chosen to solve the problem.Sometimes an equation is manipultated to solve the problem but the explanation is left out as to why that equation works, which leaves you to look through another reference book to confirm that it does or else believe the author but remain uncertain how he arrived at the new manipulated equation.There are definitely other reference materials out there that are better study guides and make better use of one's study time.

Good reference book
I haven't taken the PE exam yet. But it works as a good book for daily practice.

Great Reference Book.
Great reference book.It has almost every civil eng. eq that you need for the PE.

Not worth it
This book is full of multi-part problems that take a lot of time.Many state in the problem one hour limit.While it's good to do review of the topics, nothing like this is on the test and it takes WAY too long to do these problems.I used it for a week and tossed it on the shelf.Six minute solutions are MUCH better- more realistic problems, more realistic time frames for problems.Definitely would not recommend this book. ... Read more

Book Description
Quick Reference for the Civil Engineering PE Exam gives you speedy access to the formulas you need during the exam. It is developed for use in conjunction with the new edition of the Civil Engineering Reference Manual, and is organized by topic and indexed for rapid retrieval. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (4)

I didn't even use this book
I guess some people would find this book useful, but I had already tabbed up the big book and had my other formulas I needed in my notes.I just never found a reason to use it.

Not likely to be helpful on the exam
I purchased this book on the assumption that it would be a "quick reference" for the PE exam, similar to the quick reference NCEES provides for the Fundamentals of Engineering exam.Far from it.It is just a bunch of equations. None of the variables are defined for the equations. There are no useful tables. For example, everyone knows the equation for thermal expansion, but a table of expansion coeficients (not to mention other material properties), that would be helpful! but, of course, not included.I will conclude by saying that I am very disappointed.

P.E. exam review
This book was most helpful in prearing for the comprehensive portion of the P.E. exam.I was able to answer most all general questions in the morning session of the new test.I did use the entire book and worked the problems in each chapter.I recommend additional references for your specific field of study, unless your field is water supply or structures.Both of these sections are extensive, particularly when using additional information from geotechnical chapters.

Don't bother!
If you already bought the review manual, save your money!This is nothing more than a regurgitation of the text without the problems.If you have not purchased the review manual, its still not worth the money. ... Read more

Book Description

Manage everyday calculations instantly and accurately-saving you time in the design, construction, and maintenance of all types of structures

Covering all aspects of civil engineering calculations in an easy-to-understand format, the new edition of the Handbook of Civil Engineering Calculations is now revised and updated with over 500 key calculations that show you exactly how to compute the desired values for a particular design-going quickly from data to finished result.

Using both customary and SI units, this comprehensive engineer's must-have resource is exactly what you need to solve the civil engineering problems that come your way.From structural steel to reinforced concrete, from bridges and dams to highways and roads, Handbook of Civil Engineering Calculations, 2e, lets you handle all of these design calculations quickly-and more importantly, correctly.

NEW TO THIS EDITION:

• Updated calculation procedures using the latest applicable design codes for everything-from structural steel to reinforced concrete, from water supply to highways, freeways, roads, and more
• A wealth of new illustrated calculation procedures to provide better guidance for the design engineer
• New civil-engineering data on “green” buildings and their design, better qualifying them for LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) ratings

Customer Reviews (4)

Calculations galore
Any engineering calculation can be found in this book. I am not an engineer but I bought it since I am a Land Surveyor and it has a chapter on Route surveying.

I am fully satisfied with my purchase and would recommend it to any person requiring these types of formula. Engineers, land surveyors, Architects, etc.

HICKS: HANDBOOK CE CALCULATIONS
Text and contents good and useful -- however, printed on thick grey paper with stiff binding, book will not stay open (snaps shut unless held down) making book troublesome and near unusable.

A useful tool for civil engineering designcalculations!
This is a very useful comprehensive reference covering all aspects ofcivil engineering calculations in an easy to understand format. There arenumerous solved problems to illustrate calculation procedure.

A useful tool for civil engineering designcalculations!
This is a very useful comprehensive reference covering all aspects ofcivil engineering calculations in an easy to understand format. There arenumerous solved problems to illustrate calculation procedure. ... Read more

Book Description
Indispensable portable reference for all practicing civil engineers and students

Now you can get a single compilation of all essential civil engineering formulas and equations in one easy-to-use portable reference. More than three-quarters of the material in Tyler Hicks Civil Engineering Formulas Pocket Guide is in the form of formulas, tables, and graphs, presented in SI and USCS formats. Each chapter, offering collections of problems and calculations, gives you quick reference to a well-defined topic:

Conversion Factors for Civil Engineering Practice
Beam Formulas
Column Formulas
Piles and Piling Formulas
Concrete Formulas
Timber Engineering Formulas
Surveying Formulas
Soil and Earthwork Formulas
Building and Structures Formulas
Bridge and Suspension-Cable Formulas
Highway and Road Formulas
Hydraulics and Waterworks FormulasDownload Description
An indispensable pocket reference for all practicing civil engineers and students. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (1)

Not bad
The book gives large ammount of formulas to work with. However, users that are working with SI units must be aware that not all formulas are accurate. It is advisable to crossreference with other literature. ... Read more

Book Description

This English version of the French publication, (Dictionnaire du Génie Civil, published by the Conseil International de la Langue Française in 1997) will be a valuable reference tool for civil engineers. There are over 12,000 definitions accompanied by more than 1,300 charts, tables, and graphs. This dictionary is a comprehensive compilation of definitions, examples and descriptions - from the study of soils, and the various materials and equipment used, including the most common architectural terms as they relate to civil engineering. The clear and concise presentation of this dictionary will easily clarify often confusing concepts and correct other lexicological errors. This compendium will be an invaluable tool not only for civil engineers, but also for lawyers, contractors, engineering and design departments, architects, etc. and all trade associations involved with this discipline. This dictionary may also be used as a valuable teaching tool.

Customer Reviews (3)

Broke Binding after one use
As far as reference material the book is excellent.However, I used the book last night for the first time and the first 40 pages were already coming apart from the book's binding.I want a new one!!!!

Needs polishing
There are many errors in this book.Some of the problems require some obscure methods in order to solve them.I doubt the PE Exam is as hard as some of the problems in this book.The online NCEES sample exam seemed more realistic in regards to the material tested.I wouldn't recommend this text except that there aren't really any better alternatives so I would say it is better practice than nothing.

I passed first time, so no complaints here!
The sample problems in this text prepare you only in the sense that it gets you back into thinking again like a college student preparing for a big exam. Being a few years out of college, reviewing these problems got me back into study mode.

Most of the problems in this book are much more difficult and involved than the problems on the actual exam.

When I began studying I looked at the large pile of reference books on the floor and freaked out thinking I'll never remember all of topics covered in the PE. I calmed down, ordered this book (after receiving advise from several others who passed the PE before me). I felt much better and more prepared after a week or two of reviewing the material in this book.

Overall, I recommend this as well as the reference guide by Lindeburg. Both are much better than you originally think. After the exam, you'll be glad you had them along! ... Read more

Book Description
Exceptionally practical, itfeatures several chapters that present new techniques and methodologies in thecontext of real-life problem situations.Broad andcomprehensive in coverage — and reader-friendly in approach, this bookfocuses on the most modern skills available for the design, operation andevaluation of civil and environmental engineering systems, optimization/systemsmodeling and engineering economics. Describes how and why linear programmingworks. Also, provides a solid treatment of multiple objective programming. Practicing Civil and Environmental Engineers. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

great book
The text is an excellent introduction to the world of civil engineering from a systems perspective.The goal is to introduce the tools and methods of systems analysis for the civil or environmental engineer.Applications are provided to illustrate the concepts.

Very well done from start to finish.

I've seen better
This was the text book I used my senior year in college for an wastewater engineering class. The reading material does not explain the subject and the example problems included in the chapters are not useful. The questions at the end of the chapters are excellent test material but can not be solved by understanding the material within the chapter. ... Read more

Book Description
The Wiley Dictionary of Civil Engineering and Construction: English-Spanish/Spanish-English offers the first bilingual update of civil engineering terminology in forty years. With more than 50,000 entries in each language, it provides comprehensive coverage of a broad range of industrial disciplines, including architecture, engineering, surveying, building, heavy construction, and municipal engineering.

Entries include technical terms and phrases not found in any general translation dictionary—many of these are taken directly from The Contractor's Dictionary by L. F. Webster, official publications, engineering specifications, and engineering textbooks. Virtually all terms and their functions were supplied by working professionals and experts in each field. Each translation has been confirmed by teams of reviewers in the United States and Latin America to ensure accuracy and reflect a wide range of Spanish dialects. Since there is considerable overlap among engineering disciplines, many of the terms in this book are also applicable to electrical, mechanical, and structural engineering.

The Wiley Dictionary of Civil Engineering and Construction: English-Spanish/Spanish-English is an indispensable resource for civil engineers and contractors, translating correspondence, specifications, and working drawings; marketers for engineering firms, preparing bids and proposals for international contracts; and engineering students, struggling to understand complex course textbooks in a foreign language. It is the only source for accurate, reliable, up-to-date translations of the entire spectrum of engineering and construction terminology. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

FRANKLY DISAPPOINTING
I am a professional translator, and frankly I found this particular dictionary to be not up to expectations, in particular since it is extremely expensive. There are many, many construction terms that are not included. Not only that, even the Spanish translation to the Preface is full of translation and syntactical errors in Spanish, Wiley should have gotten a native speaker of Spanish to do it. If the preface is full of mistakes, the rest of the dictionary is suspect.

The Best Dictionary
Simply The Best Technical Dictionary English - Spanish for Civil Engineering.

Simplemente el mejor Diccionario Tecnico para Ingenieria Civil ... Read more

Book Description
This book deals with properties, applications andanalysis of important materials of construction/civil engineering. Itoffers full coverage of how materials are made or obtained, theirphysical properties, their mechanical properties, how they are used inconstruction, how they are tested in the lab, and their strengthcharacteristics--information that is essential for material selectionand elementary design. Contains illustrative examples and tables andfigures from professional organizations.Considersall common materials of civil engineering/construction--and looks at each in depth: e.g., physicalproperties, mechanical properties, code provisions, methods oftesting, quality control, construction procedures, and materialselection. Discusses laboratory testing procedures for selectedtests--provides step-by-step descriptions of laboratory testprocedures to determine properties of materials. All test proceduresare based on relevant ASTM specification.For CivilEngineers, Construction Engineers, Architects,and Agricultural Engineers. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

A good book with practical explanations
This is a good book that provides a simple reference for civil engineering students. You probably need to have some previous knowledge in deformable mechanics to have a comprehensive understanding of the material.This would not be a problem except that many schools (mine in particular) require a CE materials course before taking junior level deformable bodies.Students should not be deterred by this and will have no problem understanding the bulk of the material, as long as the professors using this text are aware of this.

Student Review
Civil Engineering Materials,by Shan Somayaji, is an excellent tool for learning the fundamentals of materials used for civil engineering.The book consists of Theoretical material with examples and graphs thatreinforce the concepts covered.The key equations are set in bold, similarto other engineering text books.Unlike other engineering texts, this bookdoes not confuse the reader.This is acomplished by providing only thematerial relevent to the current section.The material included consistsof materials from aggregates to concrete to lumber and its grading.I usedthis book to help me complete a intoductory to engineering materialscourse.I would reccomend this book to people who have completed astrength of materials course and are interested in gaining knowledge of themost common materials used in the civil engineering profession. ... Read more

Book Description
The best preparation for discipline-specific FE exams 60 practice problems, with full solutions A complete, simulated 4-hour discipline-specific exam Covers all the topics for that particular discipline Provides the in-depth review you need ... Read more

Customer Reviews (7)

Small and needs more
This book has fewer examples than actually needed, some solutions should have more explanation, you need to use the NCEES handbook along with it to understand the solutions, I do not know why the Author did not specify references and manuals needed to accompany the study of this book.

This book help me to make a good decision
I give four stars to this book, because it help me to decide NOT to take the civil specific FE part. The book is not a review guide, it is a book of sample problems. Therefore DO NOT expect to have explanations about the Civil FE subjects on it.

If you do not remember much about your civil engineer courses, it is better to invest time studying from the general FE book sold by the same publisher, and to take the afternoon general FE exam.

not suggested for FE exam
Topics not covered briefly. Its better to study from reference manual (NCEES) than from this book.

Not useful
Only sample problems and now serious explanation! And so thin!
This book is not useful at all!

Very few problems but with solutions to prepare you better
The book has two test and one practice test.The area this book covers are: Surveying, Hydraulics & Hydrology, Soils & Foundation, Env. Engg., Transportation, Structural Analysis & Design, Construction Management, and Materials.The practice exams are not that difficult but agian book is just to get you familiar with what kinds of question one can expect in the FE Civil part. ... Read more

Book Description
A revision of the classic reference covering all important principles and techniques needed by practicing civil engineers.The 5th Edition incorporates changes in design and construction practices, especially in design specifications for construction materials, buildings and bridges, safety and health concerns, and the most current codes changes including ACI, AISC, ASTM, NDS for wood structures, etc.The Handbook covers systems design, community and regional planning, the latest design methods for buildings, airports, highways, tunnels and bridges.It includes sections on construction equipment, construction management, materials, specifications, structural theory, geotechnical engineering, wood, concrete, steel design and construction. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (6)

What I needed
The book came within a couple days and was fairly priced and new.

It's just a desk, of field, reference.
I've read several other of the reviews, and feel the need to add a little to the conversation.

This book will not make you into an engineer if you don't have the foundation knowledge required.It is a desk reference, useful mainly for a quick review, of principles outside your primary area of engineering practice, when you need a quick refresher.

I am a degreed and licensed Civil Engineer, but I am primarily a Construction Engineer.I use this book to get myself back upto speed on topics that I haven't dealt with in a while, and to do field checks on designs I'm trying to build before I call the Design Engineer.I've got several hundred text books, and years worth of journals, and technical reports available in my office.They don't fit in my breifcase and travel to the field well.The handbook does.

I wouldn't rely on the knowledge contained in this book alone, to execute a design for any complex or critical project.I doubt that any competent professional would, or should.

All said, it is worth every penny you spend on it.

excelent andgood reference
I found it most complete reference for civil engineers ,I always carry this book in my travels ,I found it complete in this fields: safety and health concerns, and the most current codes changes including ACI, AISC, ASTM,
and you find powerfull data in covers systems design, community and regional planning, the latest design methods for buildings, airports, highways, tunnels and bridges. It includes sections

what do you want else ,buy it and carry all knowlege you can have.

Still the bestCivilHandbook
The fifth edition update mainly reflects changes in code requirements for structural engineering.Other sections seem barely changed from the fourth edition.The water resources chapter has several misprinted tables.Use the corresponding tables out of the fourth edition.

Generalle well-written and easy to follow.Useful as a supplemental study reference for the Civil PE Exam.

Could use a good bibliography.

Great Review/Reference Book
I'm a senior in CE this year and I have been using the 2nd edition of this book (1976) more or less daily as I work on my senior design projects.Not really in depth on any one subject, but its great if you just need to look up a formula or technique that you forgot from some class.I plan to ask for the new edition as a graduation present. ... Read more

Book Description
"Civil Engineering for Outdoor Railroading Volume 1" covers many aspects of building an outdoor railroad for both the hobbyist and the amusement park owner. Although the book is primarily targeted towards the hobbyist who wants to spend time instead of money on the track, amusement park owners will find much of value in this book. Discussion covers super elevation, spiral easements, vertical curves, plan and profile measuring, plan and profile designing, drainage, and many other topics related to the design and maintenance of a track. Many tables for super elevation and spirals are provided from 3.5" gauge to 42" gauge. ... Read more

Book Description
The stability of rock slopes is an important issue in both civil and mining engineering.On civil projects, rock cuts must be safe from rock falls and large-scale slope instability during both construction and operation. In open pit mining, where slope heights can be many hundreds of meters, the economics of the operation are closely related to the steepest stable slope angle that can be mined.

This extensively updated version of the classic text, Rock Slope Engineering by Hoek and Bray, deals comprehensively with the investigation, design and operation of rock slopes. Investigation methods include the collection and interpretation of geological and groundwater data, and determination of rock strength properties, including the Hoek Brown rock mass strength criterion. Slope design methods include the theoretical basis for the design of plane, wedge, circular and toppling failures, and design charts are provided to enable rapid checks of stability to be carried out.New material contained in this book includes the latest developments in earthquake engineering related to slope stability, probabilistic analysis, numerical analysis, blasting, slope movement monitoring and stabilization methods. The types of stabilization include rock anchors, shotcrete, drainage and scaling, as well as rock fall protecting methods involving barriers, ditches, nets and sheds.

Rock Slopes: Civil and Mining Engineering contains both worked examples illustrating data interpretation and design methods, and chapters on civil and mining case studies. The case studies demonstrate the application of design methods to the construction of stable slopes in a wide variety of geological conditions. The book provides over 300 carefully selected references for those who wish to study the subject in greater detail.It also includes an introduction by Dr. Evert Hoek. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

Hooray for Hoek & Bray -- Ho Hum for Amazon
If you're looking at this book, you probably already know that Hoek & Bray is the Bible for rock slope engineering... no argument.Wyllie & Mah are simply carrying the torch for the aging masters.Same amazing book.Buy it.As for Amazon, however, I can't say quite as much.I recently purchased 3 books: Terzaghi's Soil Mechanics in hard cover, Wyllie & Mah's (Hoek & Bray's) Rock Slope Engineering in hard cover, and Hudson & Harrison's Engineering Rock Mechanics in paperback (wish I'd gotten hard cover).All 3 are landmark books.All 3 also arrived Saran-wrapped to a flat piece of cardboard and placed in a box large enough to allow it to slide around inside.There was no packing material to prevent sliding.The Terzaghi book was not plastic wrapped (separately from the Saran wrap); the other 2 were.All 3 books appeared (and smelled) wonderfully new inside; but all 3 had covers which were marred to some degree.Yes, I'm picky, but I'm also paying around $200 for some of these books.I don't know whether the slightly bent corners, surface indentations and scratches were the result of Amazon or some previous handler or the publisher/binder, but I was a bit pieved.The books should be delivered to the consumer in perfect condition.I kept all 3, knowing that I would probably inflict more wear and tear on them than what they had when I received them (being an engineering geologist), but I was nonetheless annoyed.I now have a bit of distrust in Amazon.Thanks for taking the time to read my opinion.Enjoy your books!

Good update of a classical book
I'm an engineer working in the field of dams and hydropower.
Many professionals in our field consider all the books written by prof. Hoek the reference books for rock mechanics.
This book is an very good update ( including many more case histories ) of a classical text.
I strongly suggest it at least for all the professionals.
If you're a student in rock mechanics you might also read Hoek's course notes ( that can be downloaded from prof. Hoek's site ). ... Read more

Book Description
This study guide helps engineers fine tune their problem solving skills.Flowcharts present procedures for solving the most common types of PE exam questions.

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Customer Reviews (2)

Great for PE Exam
This is step by step problem solving for the PE Exam.Problems very similar on the exam.

Simple problems
This book is OK for simple problem solutions but if you are looking for a catch all, I recommend buying a engineering handbook.The problems are very specific and could do with a more generalized approach. ... Read more