Principles & Practice of Civil Engineering,9781881018476

Principles & Practice of Civil Engineering

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Edition: 4th
ISBN13: 9781881018476
ISBN10: 1881018474
Format: Hardcover
Pub. Date: 2000-08-01
Publisher(s): Great Lakes Pr
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Summary

An effective PE examination review guide, which includes full reviews, hundreds of exam-like problems with full solutions, and solved examples. Thorough and complete, covering everything from mathematics to hydrology. Previous edition: c1998.

Table of Contents

Preface
Introduction
Background and Format of this PE Review
1(1)
A Little Strategic Advice
2(1)
The NCEES
3(1)
Applications
3(1)
Major Area
3(1)
When and Where
3(1)
Content of Exam
4(1)
Scoring
4(1)
The Examination Day
4(1)
What to Bring
5(1)
HP-48G(X)---the Ideal
5(1)
Special Requirements
5(1)
New! Video Course is Ideal Supplement!
5(1)
Why Our PE Review Stands Out
6(1)
How To Become a Professional Engineer
6(1)
Why Get an Engineering License?
7(1)
Handling Multiple Choice Problems
7(1)
State Boards Addresses and Phone Numbers
8(4)
English and SI Units
12(5)
Mathematics
Merle C. Potter
Algebra
17(4)
Exponents
17(1)
Logarithms
18(1)
The Quadratic Formula and the Binomial Theorem
18(1)
Partial Fractions
18(3)
Trigonometry
21(3)
Geometry
24(3)
Complex Numbers
27(3)
Linear Algebra
30(6)
Calculus
36(5)
Differentiation
36(1)
Maxima and Minima
37(1)
L'Hospital's Rule
37(1)
Taylor's Series
37(1)
Integration
37(4)
Differential Equations
41(6)
First Order
41(1)
Second Order
42(1)
Linear, Nonhomogeneous, with Constant Coefficients
42(3)
Laplace Transforms
45(2)
Vectors
47(12)
The Gradient
49(2)
Practice Problems
51(8)
Statics
George E. Mase
Forces, Moments and Resultants
59(3)
Equilibrium
62(3)
Trusses and Frames
65(4)
Friction
69(3)
Properties of Plane Areas
72(4)
Properties of Masses and Volumes
76(11)
Practice Problems
79(8)
Mechanics of Materials
George E. Mase
Stress and Strain, Elastic Behavior
87(4)
Torsion
91(2)
Beam Theory
93(4)
Combined Stress
97(4)
Composite Bars and Beams
101(2)
Columns
103(16)
Practice Problems
105(14)
Fluid Mechanics
Merle C. Potter
Fluid Properties
119(4)
Fluid Statics
123(2)
Dimensionless Parameters and Similitude
125(3)
Control Volume Equations
128(8)
Open Channel Flow
136(1)
Compressible Flow
137(24)
Practice Problems
142(19)
Open Channel Flow
David C. Wiggert
Basic Concepts
161(6)
Channel Geometry
161(2)
Uniform Flow
163(1)
Energy Principle
164(2)
Momentum Principle
166(1)
Comment
167(1)
Rapidly-Varied Flow
167(4)
Hydraulic Jump
167(2)
Channel Expansions and Contractions
169(1)
Measurement of Discharge
170(1)
Nonuniform, Gradually Varied Flow
171(10)
Water Surface Profiles and Controls
171(2)
Equation for Gradually Varied Flow
173(3)
Practice Problems
176(5)
Flow in Piping Systems
David C. Wiggert
Losses in Piping
181(3)
Frictional Losses
182(2)
Minor Losses
184(1)
Energy and Continuity Equations
184(10)
Single Pipe Systems
185(7)
Branching Pipe Systems
192(2)
Use of Centrifugal Pumps in Piping Systems
194(12)
Matching Pump to System Demand
195(1)
Cavitation and Net Positive Suction Head
196(1)
Pump Similarity Rules
197(2)
Practice Problems
199(6)
Hydrology
David A. Hamilton
Introduction
205(1)
Water Balance
206(2)
Precipitation
208(2)
Precipitation Losses
210(1)
Runoff
211(5)
Runoff Hydrograph
216(2)
Effects of Storage
218(1)
Flood Probability
219(1)
Flood Flow Calculation Techniques
220(11)
Rational Method
220(4)
Unit Hydrograph Method
224(7)
Flood Routing
231(3)
Groundwater
234(10)
Practice Problems
238(5)
Structural Steel
Richard W. Furlong
Introduction
243(1)
Safety Concept
244(1)
Tension Members
245(5)
Effective Net Area
246(1)
Tension Member Example Problems
246(4)
Compression Members
250(8)
LRFD Compression Strength Determination
252(1)
ASD Allowable Compression Strength
252(1)
Design of Compression Members
253(1)
Local Buckling and Width-to-Thickness Ratios
254(4)
Beams
258(12)
Flexure of Beams
258(2)
Lateral Stability of Beams
260(2)
Beam Shear
262(8)
Combined Axial Force Plus Flexure
270(7)
Cross Section Strength
270(1)
Moment Magnification
270(2)
ASD Allowable Combined Stress
272(5)
Connections
277(11)
Welded Connections
278(2)
Bolted Connections
280(2)
Block Shear
282(1)
Combined Shear and Tension on Bolts
283(1)
Slip-Critical Connections
284(1)
Eccentric Shear on Connections
284(1)
Other Connectors and Special Considerations
285(3)
Steel-Concrete Composite Members
288(14)
Practice Problems
294(7)
Reinforced Concrete
Richard W. Furlong
Introduction
301(1)
Strength Design Concept
302(2)
Load Effects
302(1)
Strength Effects
303(1)
Flexural Forces---Beams
304(5)
Compression Forces---Columns
309(8)
Shear Forces
317(4)
Bar Development
321(6)
Concrete/Steel Force Transfer
321(3)
Bars in Continuous Beams
324(3)
Components of Concrete Structures
327(23)
Slabs
327(3)
Joists
330(2)
Columns: Slenderness Effects and Reinforcement Details
332(2)
Walls
334(2)
Footings
336(6)
Cantilever Retaining Walls
342(4)
Practice Problems
346(4)
Indeterminate Structures
Ronald S. Harichandran
Basic Concepts
350(9)
Units
350(1)
Degree of Static Indeterminacy
350(1)
Beams and Frames
350(1)
Trusses
351(1)
Degrees-of-Freedom
352(1)
Fixed-End Forces
353(1)
Equivalent Joint Loads
354(1)
Displacement Calculations by the Unit Load Method
354(5)
The Flexibility Method
359(7)
Moment Distribution
366(7)
No Joint Translation
366
Joint Translation
364(9)
The Stiffness Method
373(5)
Support Movements
378(1)
Flexibility Method
378(1)
Moment Distribution
378(1)
Stiffness Method
379(1)
Selection of Analysis Method
379
Calculation of Stresses
374(13)
Practice Problems
381(6)
Water Treatment
Mackenzie L. Davis
Water Source Evaluation
387(1)
Demand Estimates
388(1)
Coagulation/Flocculation
389(8)
Coagulation Physics
389(1)
Coagulation Chemistry
389(1)
Selection of Coagulant
390(1)
Rapid Mix
391(3)
Flocculation
394(3)
Softening
397(5)
Definition of Hardness
397(1)
Softening Chemistry
397(5)
Mixing
402(1)
Sedimentation
402(11)
Sedimentation Physics
402(7)
Sedimentation Tank Design
409(2)
Sludge Volume Calculations
411(1)
Sludge Dewatering
412(1)
Filtration
413(6)
Media Selection
413(1)
Grain Size Distribution
413(1)
Head Loss During Filtration
414(1)
Backwash Hydraulics
414(1)
Filter Box Design
415(4)
Stabilization
419(10)
Disinfectant Selection
422(1)
Free and Available Chlorine
422(2)
Safety
424(1)
Practice Problems
425(4)
Wastewater Treatment
Mackenzie L. Davis
Water Quality Management
429(4)
Biochemical Oxygen Demand
430(1)
DO Sag Curve
430(3)
Pretreatment
433(3)
Bar Racks
433(1)
Grit Chambers
433(1)
Equalization
434(2)
Primary Treatment
436(3)
Sedimentation Physics
436(1)
Primary Settling Tank Design
436(3)
Secondary Treatment
439(13)
Activated Sludge
439(1)
Operation of Activated Sludge Units
439(1)
Design of Plug Flow Reactors
440(3)
Design Criteria and Limits
443(2)
Trickling Filter
445(3)
Lagoons
448(3)
Secondary Settling
451(1)
Tertiary Treatment
452(3)
Filtration
452(1)
Phosphorus Removal
452(2)
Nitrogen Control
454(1)
Carbon Adsorption
455(1)
Sludge Treatment
455(16)
Conventional Aerobic Digestion
456(1)
Aerobic Digester Design
456(2)
Completely Mixed High Rate Anaerobic Digestion
458(1)
Design of Completely Mixed Anaerobic Digesters
459(2)
Sludge Dewatering
461(1)
Design of a Sand Drying Bed
462(1)
Design of a Filter Press
463(1)
Practice Problems
464(7)
Highway Design
Thomas L. Maleck
Capacity
471(9)
Uninterrupted Flow
472(1)
Interrupted Flow
472(8)
Sight Distance
480(4)
Stopping Sight Distance
480(1)
Passing Sight Distance
481(2)
Decision Sight Distance
483(1)
Horizontal Curves
484(4)
Superelevation and Friction
484(1)
Design Criteria
485(3)
Vertical Curves
488(4)
Crest Vertical Curve
489(1)
Sag Vertical Curve
490(2)
Cross Section Design
492(1)
Geometric At-Grade
493(11)
Design Of Auxiliary Lanes
493(3)
Design of Intersection Sight Distance
496(1)
No Control
496(1)
Stop Control On
497(4)
Design of Turning Radii
501(3)
Corridor Design
504(6)
Data Required
504(1)
Space-Time Diagram
505(5)
Drainage
510(11)
Runoff
510(5)
Practice Problems
515(6)
Soil Mechanics
Thomas F. Wolff
The Phase Diagram
521(1)
Weight-Volume and Mass-Volume Relationships
522(2)
Specific Gravity
524(1)
The Use of a Phase Diagram
524(5)
Other Useful Equations for Weight-Volume Problems
529(1)
Grain-Size Characteristics of Soils
530(1)
Atterberg Limits and Plasticity
531(1)
Soil Classification
532(3)
Compaction and Compaction Quality Control
535(4)
The Effective Stress Principle
539(2)
Water Flow Through Soils
541(4)
Consolidation Behavior of Saturated Clay
545(2)
Consolidation Settlement Calculations
547(2)
Shear Strength of Soils
549(2)
Triaxial Tests and the Unconfined Compression Test
551(14)
Practice Problems
553(12)
Foundations and Retaining Structures
Thomas F. Wolff
Estimating Soil Strength from Standard Penetration Test Data
565(2)
Estimating Clay Strength from Cone Penetration Test Data
567(1)
Types of Foundations
568(1)
Bearing Capacity of Shallow Foundations
568(7)
Net Bearing Capacity in Clay
570(2)
Square and Rectangular Footings
572(1)
Effect of Water Table
573(1)
General Bearing Capacity Equation
573(1)
Effect of Eccentricity
573(2)
Stress Increase under Shallow Foundations
575(7)
Vertical Stress Increase Due to Vertical Point Load
575(2)
Vertical Stress Increase Due to Uniform Surface Pressure
577(1)
Vertical Stress Increase Outside Limits of Foundation
578(1)
Vertical Stress Increase Due to Non-uniform Surface Pressure
578(3)
Vertical Stress Under a Uniformly Loaded Rectangular Area
581(1)
Settlement of Shallow Foundations
582(5)
Immediate Settlement Calculations for Shallow Foundations
582(2)
Consolidation Settlement of Shallow Foundations
584(2)
Settlement vs. Time Calculations for Shallow Foundations
586(1)
Deep Foundations
587(3)
Pile Foundations in Clay
588(1)
Deep Foundations
589(1)
Lateral Earth Pressure
590(5)
Retaining Walls
595(2)
Braced Excavations
597(12)
Practice Problems
599(10)
Engineering Economics
Frank Hatfield
Value and Interest
609(1)
Cash Flow Diagrams
610(1)
Cash Flow Patterns
611(1)
Equivalence of Cash Flow Patterns
611(5)
Unusual Cash Flows and Interest Periods
616(2)
Evaluating Alternatives
618(7)
Annual Equivalent Cost Comparisons
619(1)
Present Equivalent Cost Comparisons
620(1)
Incremental Approach
620(1)
Rate of Return
621(1)
Benefit/Cost
622(1)
A Note on MARR
622(1)
Replacement Problems
623(1)
Always Ignore the Past
623(1)
Break-Even Analysis
624(1)
Income Tax and Depreciation
625(3)
Inflation
628(17)
Practice Problems
630(11)
Appendix: Compound Interest Factors
641(4)
Index 645

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