An Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering(2nd edition)

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Robert D. Holtz, William D. Kovacs, Thomas C. Sheahan

An Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering2nd editionRobert D. Holtz, William D. Kovacs, Thomas C. Sheahan132496348, 978-0132496346
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Book Price $59.48 : An Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering by Robert D. Holtz, William D. Kovacs, and Thomas C. Sheahan is an essential textbook for those delving into the field of geotechnical engineering. This second edition provides a comprehensive foundation covering the fundamental concepts of soil mechanics and foundational engineering principles. The book extensively discusses critical topics such as shear strength, permeability, and the principles of stress and strain in soils. A prominent feature is its detailed discussion of laboratory testing methods, providing students with a practical understanding of real-world applications. The text is reinforced with visuals, case studies, and examples that bring to life the theoretical concepts outlined. This edition’s solution manual offers detailed solutions to problems and exercises within, streamlining learning and practical understanding. Additionally, it employs a clear table of content that helps navigate topics like ground improvement techniques and slope stability analysis, crucial for civil engineering projects. The book's reception is positive, with praise for its easy-to-understand presentation and comprehensive approach. The inclusion of an answer key aids in cross-checking solutions, ensuring accuracy and enhancing self-learning during study. This textbook is an invaluable resource not only for students but also for professionals in the field seeking a refresh on fundamental concepts and contemporary geotechnical approaches. This summary pairs well with a cheap solution manual, making it ideal for cost-conscious learners.

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Robert Pratt
4.0
Reviewed In Ontario Canada • September 7, 2025
Grabbed this free book for my Mississauga Metropolitan University course and it’s pretty solid so far. The explanations aren't too tricky which helps since I'm still new to geotech stuff. Haven't gone through everything but it's clear enough to follow at least. Ships quickly, good quality too.
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Blair Lawson
5.0
Reviewed In California United States • November 19, 2024
Was surprised how fast this arrived for free, especially since my csulb class needed something like this. I haven’t got around to reading all of it yet but the pages and cover look solid—not a cheap feel. The layout seems pretty easy to follow which is good since I’m still getting used to geotech topics. Feels like it’ll be really helpful once I sit down with homework. Shipping was quick too so no complaints from me—perfect timing for getting ready this semester.
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Ruby Bishop
5.0
Reviewed In Massachusetts United States • February 27, 2023
Alright so I found this free textbook while trying to get materials for my geotech class and figured why not? Before this, soil sampling was just kinda vague to me and honestly confusing with pics but little actual info you could wrap your head around. Once I hit Chapter 7 about Sampling and Surveys, things clicked way better. The chapter walks you through how to collect samples properly with lots of examples that made sense — things like why certain tools are used or what mistakes to avoid. I got this feeling of "oh, now I get why they always mention certain steps" which was pretty cool. Like, our project field test became less stressful once I remembered some tips from that chapter. It’s clear the book tries to keep explanations straightforward, but sometimes it felt like it could use a bit more real-life cases or photos to back up the text, which would make sparks come faster. Still, having it free makes you super relaxed about exploring it. If you’re a geotech newbie and get stuck on how sampling really works, that chapter alone is totally worth a read. Might seem a bit dense at first, but push through — it pays off and actually made me less clueless out there. Would say jump on this if it’s free and you want an easy-to-read intro to essential techniques.
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Brandon Hopkins
4.0
Reviewed In Illinois United States • April 19, 2022
I stumbled on this free textbook when prepping for my engineering class and decided to grab it since why not? Was dealing with this gap in understanding soil behavior — it all felt kinda fuzzy and confusing till I got to Chapter 5, which dives deep into soil properties and their importance. The way it breaks down hardness, compaction, and how soil reacts to pressure was super eye-opening. I mean, stuff that made me sit back and go, "Oh, that’s why it behaves like that!" The examples were straightforward enough that it didn't overload my brain, and the neat little diagrams helped a ton to really picture what’s going on below ground. I actually put some of that theory to use on a small project where we had to figure out if the soil on site would hold up a foundation, and part of what I read made the estimates clearer to me. The book isn’t flashy or packed with tons of real-life case studies, which would have been cool, but the text itself got the job done nicely. Super refreshing that it’s free too, so don’t feel bad busting through chapters trying to make sense of it all. If you are dipping your toes in geotech and stuck wondering why the soil matters so much, this book — and that chapter especially — is worth checking out. It really helped bring clarity when concepts were slipping past me. Quick delivery, good fit for a classroom refresh, and honestly saved me some headaches. Would recommend it as a good resource if you want something that doesn’t get ridiculously complicated but still gets down to the main points.

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