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This book provides a thorough understanding of the general principles of measurement for taking off quantities. An essential guide to any quantity surveyor, architrect or engineer Taking off quantities: Civil Engineering demonstrates, through a series of detailed worked examples from a range of civil engineering projects, how the measurement techniques are actually used. ... Read more

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The classic reference for structural design and construction—completely revised and updated

Approaching its eighth decade as the industry leader, Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders remains the reference of choice for designers and constructors. This new Eleventh Edition is thoroughly revised and updated to reflect the latest practices in the design of structures.

Long considered a standard in the field, this perennial bestseller provides a clear, accessible presentation of the engineering information that is essential for architects and builders. Offering a concise, highly readable introduction to the investigation and design of ordinary structures for buildings—including information on structural analysis, materials, and systems—this thoroughly updated Eleventh Edition includes:

• The latest building and material codes

• A fresh look at the LRFD method as well as the ASD method of structural design

• A revised section on the principles of structural mechanics for the latest generation of designers and builders

• Essential formulas for the solution of structural problems

• More than 200 descriptive illustrations

• A companion Web site that now provides access to the Study Guide to Accompany Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders

An unparalleled resource for students and professionals in architecture, construction, and civil engineering, Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders, Eleventh Edition boils structural engineering down to its essentials and provides the simple design solutions that are used for the vast majority of buildings. ... Read more

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Wrong book sent
Ordered the 10th edition of Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders and was mailed the 3rd edition

Great book and seller
The book was in the exact condition i ordered it..brand new. The shipping was pretty fast and i'll definitely be buying more books from here. I really needed this book for class and i saved a lot of money on it buying it here. Great!

ingenieria simplificada para arquitectos y constructores en espanol
Yo soy ingeniero civil de Mexico.Este libro esta ayudandome mucho. Pero estoy esperando este libro en la version en espanol.Amazon esta tratando de encontrarlo.

Good for the Moderately Knowledgable
This is not a tutorial, but a reasonably simple general technical reference for materials (my interest in obtaining the book).

Go into it understanding the

No arrival yet after 1 month!
I can't give a review of this book as it has not arrived yet.It was ordered Oct.8th from "customlov".You said it would take 5 to 10 bus days to arrive in Hawaii and so far nothing has come.We are really upset and will never ever use a 3rd party again.This service is unreliable.The book is for my architect husband and he has needed it for designing a home here in Kona and is at an extreme disadvantage without this book.Amazon should somehow correct this situation and rapidly. ... Read more

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This title is a supplement for the Civil Engineering Reference Manual, Ninth Edition (ISBN 1-888577-95-9) and contains the structural chapters of the Reference Manual updated with new design codes.This supplement is the only review book on the market that is up to current code for the exam. ... Read more

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Civil Engineering Problem Solving Flowcharts for the PE Exam, 3rd Edition helps perfect problem-solving techniques for the PE exam.  Flowcharts, presented in graphical form, represent a procedure to follow when solving some of the most re-occuring problems on the exam. Combines theory and formulas to show the logical steps in the solution of the problem.

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89 flowcharts illustrating step-by-step solutions

Organized to follow the categories of the exam

Overview and tips for preparing for the exam ... Read more

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Could use More
Flowcharts could use more description or references to equations, etc.Book did not include much on Transportion section.

Civil Engineering Problem Solving Flowcharts for the PE Exam (Pe Exam Preparation)
A good book. The formulae and flow charts will be helpful to cram the exam in time. However, the author should have delved more into the subjects. Should have included more problem patterns. The flowcharts he could would account for less than 60% of the questions that appear on a CA PE exam.

For a third edition, readers will expect more, like say 90% coverage. ... Read more

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This text covers the basic techniques and applications of engineering economy for all disciplines in the engineering profession.

The writing style emphasizes brief, crisp coverage of the principle or technique discussed in order to reduce the time taken to present and grasp the essentials.

The objective of the text is to explain and demonstrate the principles and techniques of engineering economic analysis as applied in different fields of engineering.This brief text includes coverage of multiple attribute evaluation for instructors who want to include non-economic dimensions in alternative evaluation and the discussion of risk considerations in the appendix, compared to Blanks comprehensive text, where these topics are discussed in two unique chapters. ... Read more

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On time
Was sent very quikly and the book i needed.In good condition and sent on time.

it's so so
I used this book for one of my engineering classes. They have good questions, but their description is kind of confusing. Overall, it's a good textbook to use.

Easy to understand book for beginner
This is my first economic class I took in my MS. This book helps a lot to explain the complicated thing and make it easy to understand. The example and the questions are helpful.

Textbook
This book does not explain the concepts very well.The questions at the end of each chapter are difficult to follow based on what was covered in the chapter. ... Read more

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A real life civil design project for site development is recreated through each chapter in this book to prepare readers for what to expect when working in the field.Coverage begins by introducing the basic setups and standards that anyone beginning a civil design CAD project should know, then moves on to the fundamental concepts common to most civil engineering projects such as grading, contours, and surveying.Readers will then explore the process of creating different types of drawings typically necessary for civil design and see how changing parts of a design can affect the entire project process.The book concludes with methods for estimating quantities for the different types of materials and work that will likely be encountered in an actual drafting assignment. ... Read more

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Okay intro book but too expensive
As the first reviewer wrote, this is something like a Cliff Notes version of the book you were hoping for.It's only 152 pages long, including the contents pages and index.There are a fair amount of illustrations so the actual text is reduced again by that much.The book's pages are only 6"x9" despite the impression from the picture that it is much larger.The included CD has a few CAD and other files to use as a basis for the exercises but other than that is basically empty.

FYI, you can see the table of contents at the Library of Congress website or at the publisher's website.

If this book were $10 or even $20 it might not be a bad deal, but the publisher's list price is ridiculous and I felt obliged to ding the review one star over the price issue.

Contentwise, I think it's okay if you looking for an AutoCAD oriented introduction to civil drafting.It is well organized and mostly written in straightforward, easy-to-understand English.I haven't yet done the CAD exercises but at a glance they look like they support the material adequately.

Unfortunately, if you want more than a basic introduction to the subject of civil drafting, you'll have to look elsewhere. And if you are looking for a book full of material that would be helpful in civil design and engineering this is not the book for you.

Cliff Notes version of book I was expecting...
This book is such a basic and broad introduction to civil drafting that I double-checked that it was the one I had ordered.Unless you know NOTHING about civil engineering or AutoCAD, I suggest you skip this book and order something with a little more information.This book is so content-less that I'm shocked the publishers thought that they could get $45 for a $10 book. ... Read more

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Innovative in approach, this book is a comprehensive, integrative exploration of the science and technology of construction materials that begins with a section on the structure and mechanical properties of materials.Begins with a discussion of the structure of materials (at a microscopic level), moves through mechanical properties, and follows-up with sections dealing individually with specific construction materials.A source of information for beginning and practicing civil engineers. ... Read more

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Outdated
The book is a good reference for the overall general concept of materials. This text does not include up to date materials.

Insufficient for engineering
I strongly believe this book is not proper reference if somebody would like to learn about the behavior of steel as a civil engineering material. The authors talk about the material as if the reader is well aware of the behavior and wants to refresh his/her knowledge.
It is not useful at all!
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Geotech use of 'reliability based design'
Harr presents a very good resource, full of practical examples for the probabilistic methods he introduces.Contains an introduction to probability, distributions.The most useful thing from a Geotechnical Engineering (or civil engineering) viewpoint is the introduction of the Beta Distribution and the idea of Maximum entropy.I will certainly be using this resource to aid in the probabilistic design of open pit slopes.

Only reference for Point Estimate Methods
This book fills a useful gap for those working in the fields of structural reliability, probabilistic design and reliability-based design optimization. There has been a lot of interest in Point Estimate Methods which are useul in developing probabilistic models without computing gradients of your response function. This book is the only open-source reference I could find on that subject - and even without that topic, it's still worth the price.

A good treatment of the mathematics of reliability.
This text book is well written, with lots of example problems. How practical its application remains doubltful, but a good understanding of the basics is key. This book provides the basics. ... Read more

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Civil Drafting Technology Seventh Edition covers it all–basic and advanced topics–and everything in between, equipping readers to convert engineering sketches or instructions into actual formal drawings and gain a working knowledge of mapping. Using a “knowledge building” format where one concept is mastered before the next is introduced, Civil Drafting Technology includes:

• Basic Drafting Topics
• Maps: fundamentals, types of maps, scales, symbols
• CADD: use, standards, applications
• Intermediate/Advanced Topics
• Measuring distance and elevation, Surveying, Location & Direction, Legal Descriptions and Plot Plans, Contour Lines, Horizontal Alignment Layout, GIS
• Career Development
• Schooling, Employment, Workplace Ethics, Professional Organizations
• CADD Applications
• Content-related Tests
• Real-world drafting and design problems

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Jumpy
This was a required book for class and it didn't live up to my high standards. There is no fluidity to this book. I hope the drafters who helped write this book are better at planning road ways than planning the order of the chapters this book has. The chapters jump around too much for my liking. This book, however, is ADDA certified.

Civil Drafting Technology
SO far a great book.Shipped really fast, was in perfect shape as noted, I have no disappointments with the sellers.

civil drafting technology
I purchased this book with the hopes that it would help me understand civil drafting. There is no answer section to check my work. So,,,I do not know if I am on the right track with my understanding.
Does anyone know if there is a solutions manual?

Dated, generic, and overpriced
When I read the word Drafting in the title I assumed this book would focus on civil drafting as it applies to modern (CAD) technology. Instead there are many references to manual drafting which few drafters use any more. A better title would leave the technology out of the title and substitute the word theory, thus letting the buyer know that this is a generic overview of civil drafting theory, not a book that a CAD operator will get much use out of.

In my estimation this book has a Value of around thirty dollars only. Unfortunately, pricing trends seem to indicate that any words committed to print by the The Gods (engineers, programmers, etc.) are worth their weight in gold, regardless of their value. ... Read more

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Broad, nontechnical survey offers fascinating coverage of history’s major technological advances: food-producing revolution, appearance of urban society, birth of Greek science, revolution in power, steam and the industrial revolution, electricity and the beginnings of applied science, and the age of automatic control. 181 illustrations. "...an excellent work..."—Isis. Bibliography. Index.
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Words of the equestrian
This book does a fantastic job of explaining the history of Engineering, and how it affected the civilizations that used it. ... Read more

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The Civil Engineering Sample Examination is a complete 8-hour practice exam, updated to reflect the all-multiple-choice, breadth-and-depth format of the new Civil PE test. A full 40-problem exam is provided for each of thefive afternoon "depth" areas. Clear, step-by-step solutions are included for every problem. ... Read more

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It is OK
The real test is nothing like what is in this book. The problems are challenging and it is good idea to practice.

good practice, but not on-target...
I used this as a practice tool, and it's IS good for that, but don't count on the exam problems looking much like the one in this book.These are too time-consuming compared to what's on the exam.The exam has more "blow & go" type probs.Lindberg's here are too in depth to be similar.Yes, I DID pass...

Not Reflective of New Exam Format
This has some so-so problems, better to study and do problems from Lindberg's Reference Manual (CERM8).Lindberg had the previous test format dialed and came highly recommended, so I was surprised to find his references so off base for the current PE exam.The new multiple choice format is not reflected in this sample exam, and the real test is very different in both content and structure.On the exam, subject matter bounces around from structures to geotech to wastewater, etc. The problems on the exam do not cascade, ie- are not interelated or build on each other, like they do in this sample.Also, his morning am sample problems consists of 25% structures-no way is this reflective of the test, the actual # of structural problems in the am is around 15%.He curiously includes a very subjective cloverleaf problem and a water resources runoff method that is not covered in his text...If these subjects weren't important to cover with problems in the text, why include them in the practice exam? They don't occur on the PE. The pm portions of his sample DO however, reflect the level of knowledge demanded in each subject area. All in all, I rate it two stars because it is a poor reflection of actual format and tends to deplete confidence at a time prior to the PE examination when examinees need confidence the most.

reinforced concrete design
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Engineering surveying involves determining the position of natural and man-made features on or beneath the Earth's surface and utilizing these features in the planning, design and construction of works.It is a critical part of any engineering project. Without an accurate understanding of the size, shape and nature of the site the project risks expensive and time-consuming errors or even catastrophic failure.

Engineering Surveying 6th edition covers all the basic principles and practice of this complex subject and the authors bring expertise and clarity.Previous editions of this classic text have given readers a clear understanding of fundamentals such as vertical control, distance, angles and position right through to the most modern technologies, and this fully updated edition continues that tradition.

This sixth edition includes:

* An introduction to geodesy to facilitate greater understanding of satellite systems
* A fully updated chapter on GPS, GLONASS and GALILEO for satellite positioning in surveying
* All new chapter on the important subject of rigorous estimation of control coordinates
* Detailed material on mass data methods of photogrammetry and laser scanning and the role of inertial technology in them

With many worked examples and illustrations of tools and techniques, Engineering Surveying is essential reading for students and professionals alike involved in surveying, civil, structural and mining engineering, and related areas such as geography and mapping.

Wilf Schofield was formerly Principal Lecturer in Civil Engineering at Kingston University; Mark Breach is the Principal Lecturer in Engineering Surveying at Nottingham Trent University and serves on technical committees of the RICS and ICES.

* Comprehensive introduction to surveying for engineers
* All basic and advanced techniques explained and illustrated with worked examples
* Expanded coverage of modern instrumentation and satellite positioning ... Read more

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Covers all materials used in civil engineering. The text discusses the engineering performance of soil, aggregate, cements, concrete, timber, asphalt, metals, and plastics, as well as environmental considerations. ... Read more

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A reference book for consulting geotechnical engineers and contractors. Provides the latest developments in the design of drilled pier foundations and mechanically stabilized earth retaining walls are explained. Textbook. ... Read more

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This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process.We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide.We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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Geotechnical Engineering: Principles and Practices, 2/e, is ideal or junior-level soil mechanics or introductory geotechnical engineering courses.

This introductory geotechnical engineering textbook explores both the principles of soil mechanics and their application to engineering practice. It offers a rigorous, yet accessible and easy-to-read approach, as well as technical depth and an emphasis on understanding the physical basis for soil behavior.

Customer Reviews (7)

Eh...
The book came in very fast, but the front cover was pretty damaged during shipping.

Soil Mechanics Text
This text book is a good read, it explains it's figures and has much better descriptions for the examples to follow. I wish i had this Book last year.

Great for Undergraduate Students and Beginners!
If you're looking for a Soil Mechanics text with clear-cut explanations, current design perspectives, and newcomer-friendliness: look no further. Coduto's done a great job with this text, and for undergraduate instruction in soil mechanics, or for the beginner in the field, this is the most easy-to-understand text around.

This is not, however, a book that will continue to be used regularly by a geotechnical practitioner.The entry-level nature of the text means (almost by definition) that it is not dense enough to maintain its usefulness once the user has mastered the basics. It may serve as a nice reference for the practing civil engineer who is not involved in geotechnical engineering, as it covers the basics nicely (e.g., so what does my geotech consultant mean by "equivalent unit weight"?)

I was there.
I was one of the students in Don Coduto's graduate level class that helped him "use" this book when it was in the final review stages.We helped him find all the little mistakes before final publishing.I still carry around that old 700+ page volume of a notebook we had for that class.It's nice to see it finally published.It is an OUTSTANDING book making geotechincal work more readily accessible to the average engineer.The example problems will help one grasp the concepts faster.Don can always be contacted with questions as well.ENJOY.

Excellent entry level geotechnical engineering book
This book is very easy to follow. It shows explainations, concepts, theories, and provides beautiful examples. Excellent book for undergraduate studies. ... Read more

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This comparative history of American architecture, social spaces, and engineered environments—organized by style, and then by chronology—is for the general reader. Within its heavily illustrated pages, Tom Martinson traces two millennia of the built environment of this endlessly fascinating, extraordinarily expansive, and utterly diverse nation.Pairing vibrant photography with a rich knowledge of the history of architecture in America—from the Hopi and Colonial years to neomodernism, Robert A. M. Stern, and Zaha Hadid—the book is a comprehensive overview of styles and developments, as well as telling the story of a country through its buildings. ... Read more

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Great Book
Loved the book - well researched and written - tons of great pictures coupled with excellent commentary.

Architecture Survey with Tons of Photographs
An immense and comprehensive book, this survey of American architecture doesn't tell us about architecture, it shows us through page after page of color photographs and illustrative notes.One can dip into the book for a casual few minutes of entertainment, or indulge in an evening of education and enlightenment.Actually, it's been multiple pleasant evenings for me.

The book seemed a little pricey when I ordered it.Now it seems like an excellent value, given the size and the amount of photography.I am planning to give it as a holiday gift to my brother & his wife who like old buildings as well as my brother-in-law, a practicing industrial architect with a repressed desire to dabble in residential.

P.S. Don't miss the chapter on Follies. ... Read more

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If you keep your ties for so long, they start to curl up...If you think the Firth of Forth Rail Bridge is a dream vacation destination...If you evaluate infrastructure for your daughter s hamsters...If you one-up your techno-nerd neighbor by offering to network his toilets...you must meet Brian Brenner, a civil engineer s civil engineer. In Don t Throw This Away! The Civil Engineering Life, Brenner reports on what it s like to be a civil engineer in the 21st century: the mindset, the practice, the profession. Equally skilled as a writer and an engineer, Brenner ranges from serious discussions of suburban sprawl, technology run amok, and bridge aesthetics, to comical accounts of packrat habits, quacking moments, and engineering fashion. This entertaining collection of essays displays Brenner s distinctive combination of quirky humor and engineeringright stuff. ... Read more

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Great stories
This is a great book of short stories written by a insightful Engineer and Professor.
Brian has a way of bringing humor to the daily events we all experience. I especially like the stories about his "Technological Friend", who sounds brilliant.

Steve B
This book is fantastic.The stories are very funny and entertaining for geek and non-geek alike.I highly recommend this book. ... Read more

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This multi-contributor book provides comprehensive coverage of earthquake engineering problems, an overview of traditional methods, and the scientific background on recent developments. It discusses computer methods on structural analysis and provides access to the recent design methodologies and serves as a reference for both professionals and researchers involved in earthquake engineering. With an entire chapter dedicated to seismic resistant design through supplemental damping and structural control, this volume includes important advances in the characteristics of earthquake ground motions, behavior and design of structures, seismic design of non-structural systems, and more. ... Read more

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A Must Have for Structural Engineers
This book is a must have for any structural engineer who does any type of seismic design.It's basically the encyclopedia of earthquake engineering. Some chapters are much better than others, and there is some overlap.However, this is still the number one reference for a broad range of earthquake related topics. Keep in mind it is not a cook book on how to design for seismic, but there are some design examples. Some of the best and most recent research in the subject at schools like U.C.San Diego and U.C.Berkeley is presented. Cant beat it... ... Read more