Soil Properties: Testing, Measurement, And Evaluation

This classic text covers the fundamentals of soil properties, including testing, measurement, and evaluation. Providing both in-field and laboratory testing, the range of material reflects the most commonly used methods to evaluate soil properties for engineering purposes. Written in a clear and direct style, this new edition explains each test procedure and offers guidelines to help students evaluate laboratory data as well as present results properly.

Key Features:

• REVISED! Testing procedures have been thoroughly updated to comply with the latest information from ASTM and the AASHTO.
• NEW! Chapter 2, Soil Exploration, provides complete coverage of in-field testing.
• FOCUS ON STUDENT SUCCESS! A consistent presentation throughout ensures understanding and ease of use including:
  • Chapter introduction outlining the definition, scope, and objective of each experiment.
  • Specific, step-by-step procedures for each experiment (Procedure) followed by sections entitled Data and Calculations.
• WORKED EXAMPLES! Step-by-step numerical calculations are provided for every test so students will know what is to be done and how.
• REAL WORLD APPLICATION! Engineering uses of the test results are included to show how they are used in practical applications.
• UPDATED! Photographs of soil testing equipment so readers can be assured of having the most current images.
• UNIQUE! Chapter 3, Description & Identification of Soils, provides a visual-manual procedure for helpful preliminary appraisals and planning.