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Geotechnical Testing, Observation, and Documentation

Abstract

  • The previous edition of this book is out of print in all formats. A new edition is now available. See the new edition.

    An in-depth field manual for soil technicians and geotechnical engineers, this indispensable reference guide is designed for use during the investigation, grading, and construction phases of geotechnical projects. Davis has helped thousands of readers understand common laboratory and field tests, classify soil accurately, interpret project recommendations, and document the entire construction monitoring process.

    This updated and expanded edition offers new material on topics such as deep foundations, shallow foundations, retaining walls, and loss prevention. Sample test questions appear at the end of every chapter, and a comprehensive case study presents each step of a sample project, from site investigation and lab work through construction and documentation. A quick reference chapter summarizes current tools and references, evaluates compaction equipment, and presents frequently used formulas and equations. The appendixes offer a glossary with more than 500 geotechnical terms, an answer key to chapter questions, and a collection of blank, ready-to-use forms.

    Geotechnical Testing, Observation, and Documentation is valuable for training new technicians and provides a refresher course for veterans. Soil technicians contemplating the NICET or ICC certification exams will find it an essential test preparation aid.

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Front Matter
i–xi
    Chapter 1:
    The Classification of Soil
    1–10
      Chapter 2:
      Exploration Techniques and Sampling Methods
      11–23
        Chapter 3:
        Basic Laboratory Tests
        25–46
          Chapter 4:
          Field Density Tests
          47–60
            Chapter 5:
            Soil Engineering for the Technician
            61–76
              Chapter 6:
              Geology for the Technician
              77–80
                Chapter 7:
                Project Management for the Technician
                81–90
                  Chapter 8:
                  Loss Prevention
                  91–97
                    Chapter 9:
                    Safety in the Field
                    99–102
                      Chapter 10:
                      Putting It All Together: An Example Project
                      103–140
                        Chapter 11:
                        A Technician's Quick Reference
                        141–146
                          Appendix A:
                          Glossary of Geotechnical-Related Terms
                          147–177
                            Appendix B:
                            Answer Keys
                            179–188
                              Appendix C:
                              Sample Field Forms and Details
                              189–207
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                                Index
                                211–214
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                                  Back Matter
                                  209–215