$243.49
Author: Korman PhD PE PLS Thomas
Brand: Professional Publications Inc
Edition: Second
Number Of Pages: 174
Details: Product Description
Construction Depth Reference Manual prepares you for the construction depth section of the NCEES Civil PE exam. All depth topics are covered, and exam-adopted codes and standards are frequently referenced. You will learn how to apply concepts by reviewing the 40 example problems, and you can check your solving approaches by reviewing each problem’s step-by-step solution.
Access to supportive information is just as important as knowledge and problem-solving efficiency. The Construction Depth Reference Manual’s thorough index easily directs you to the codes and concepts you will need during the exam. Cross references to the 163 equations, 38 tables, 93 figures, 5 appendices, and relevant codes will point you to additional support material when you need it.
Topics Covered
Construction Operations and Methods Earthwork Construction and Layout Estimating Quantity and Cost Material Quality Control and Production Scheduling Temporary Structures Worker Health and Safety
About the Author
Thomas Korman, PhD, PE, PLS, is a registered professional engineer and land surveyor in the state of California and a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers. His extensive practical experience includes the design and construction of civil infrastructure projects with an emphasis on capital improvement projects for roadways, parks, and recreation facilities and water and sewer infrastructure. He is a former professor at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, and the author of several journal articles and conference proceedings related to the design and construction of infrastructure projects. Dr. Korman holds a bachelor of science degree in civil engineering from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, and master of science and doctorate degrees in civil engineering from Stanford University. He holds several certifications from the American Concrete Institute, and he is a Safety Assessment Program Evaluator and Coordinator for the California Emergency Management Agency.
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The Construction Depth Reference Manual covers the construction depth section of the civil PE exam administered by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES). This section of the exam is intended to assess your knowledge of construction engineering principles and practice.
This book is written with the exam in mind. National codes are referenced, and the appropriate sections are explained and analyzed in a concise and simple manner. Example problems further expand upon major topics in each chapter and can be used to improve problem-solving techniques.
Release Date: 30-11-2016
Package Dimensions: 10x277x431
