This book presents an integrated systems approach to the evaluation, analysis, design, and maintenance of civil engineering systems. Addressing recent concerns about the world's aging civil infrastructure and its environmental impact, the author makes the case for why any civil infrastructure should be seen as part of a larger whole. Num Pages: 1056 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: TN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 193 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1688. . 2014. Hardback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

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Title: Introduction to Civil Engineering Systems
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Publication Date: 2014
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0470530634
ISBN 13: 9780470530634
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: New

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This book presents an integrated systems approach to the evaluation, analysis, design, and maintenance of civil engineering systems. Addressing recent concerns about the world's aging civil infrastructure and its environmental impact, the author makes the case for why any civil infrastructure should be seen as part of a larger whole. He walks readers through all phases of a civil project, from feasibility assessment to construction to operations, explaining how to evaluate tasks and challenges at each phase using a holistic approach. Unique coverage of ethics, legal issues, and management is also included.

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DR. SAMUEL LABI, Associate Professor in Purdue University's School of Civil Engineering, has combined work experience in consulting and academia that span several decades. His influential research has received widespread recognition and accolades, including the Mather Award for best paper in concrete materials and the K.B. Woods Award for best paper in design and construction.

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