• Edition: 2nd Edition
• ISBN-13: 9780132496346
• Language: English
• Subjects: Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Soil Mechanics, Foundation Engineering
• Suitable for: Undergraduate and graduate students in civil engineering, geotechnical engineers, and related professionals.
• Content Focus: Principles and practices of geotechnical engineering, including soil properties, site investigation, design of foundations and earth structures.
• Updated Material: Includes revisions and updates reflecting current industry practices and research.
• Illustrations: Richly illustrated with diagrams, charts, and photographs.
• Worked Examples: Features numerous worked examples to demonstrate practical applications.
• Practice Problems: Offers a wide range of practice problems to reinforce learning.
• Real-World Applications: Connects concepts to real-world engineering projects and case studies.
• Key Topics Covered: Soil classification, effective stress, consolidation, shear strength, slope stability, earth pressure, bearing capacity, pile foundations.

An Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering, 2nd Edition, provides a comprehensive overview of geotechnical engineering principles and practices. This textbook covers soil mechanics, site investigation, and the design of foundations and earth structures. Designed for students and practicing engineers, it emphasizes real-world applications with examples and case studies. From soil classification to foundation systems, this edition provides a solid foundation for solving geotechnical engineering challenges.