Civil Engineering Reference Manual for the PE Exam Author: Michael R. Lindeburg PE | Language: English | ISBN:
1591263808 | Format: EPUB
Civil Engineering Reference Manual for the PE Exam Description
The Civil Engineering Reference Manual provides a comprehensive review of all five NCEES Civil PE exam content areas: construction, geotechnical, structural, transportation, and water resources and environmental engineering.
Over 500 example problems not only demonstrate how to apply important concepts and equations, they also include step-by-step solutions that show you the most efficient methods to use when solving exam problems.
With more than 100 appendices from references and exam-adopted design standards it’s possible to solve many exam problems using only the Civil EngineeringReference Manual.
Features of the Civil Engineering Reference Manual
- More than 500 example problems
- Over 400 defined engineering terms
- References to over 3,300 equations, 760 figures, and 500 tables
- Index includes cross-topic concepts
- Example problems use both SI and U.S. Customary units
- Consistent nomenclature in each chapter
- Coverage of both theory and practical applications
- Easy-to-read explanations
- Easy-to-use index and full glossary
Exam Topics Covered (used in main product description in Magento, and also in the separate “Topics Covered” field)
- Construction: Earthwork construction and layout; material quality control and production; quantity and cost estimation; temporary structures; scheduling
- Geotechnical: Earth and earth-retaining structures; shallow foundations; soil mechanics analysis; soils and materials properties; subsurface exploration and sampling
- Structural: Loadings; analysis; materials and their mechanics; member design
- Transportation: Geometric design
- Water Resources and Environmental: Closed conduit and open channel hydraulics; hydrology; water and wastewater treatment
What’s New in This Edition (used in main product description in Magento)
- Updated to current exam-adopted codes and standards for:
- AASHTO: AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, 5th ed., 2010
- ACI 318: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete, 2008
- ACI 530: Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures, 2008
- IBC: International Building Code, 2009
Modified concrete and masonry chapters to be consistent with NCEES' revised structural specifications Removed all ACI 318 App. C theory, equations, and examples to be consistent with NCEES requirement of exclusive use of ACI 318 unified strength methods Provided new content, including - Added new chapter on highway bridge rating
- 31 chapters with revisions to existing materials
- 10 chapters with new material
- 51 revised equations
- 13 new equations
- 15 revised tables
- 2 new tables
- 19 revised examples
- 5 new examples
- 3 revised appendices
- 13 revised figures
- 6 new figures
- Added 130 new index entries to new and existing material
- Hardcover: 1552 pages
- Publisher: Professional Publications, Inc.; Thirteenth Edition, New Edition edition (April 26, 2012)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1591263808
- ISBN-13: 978-1591263807
- Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.8 x 2.6 inches
- Shipping Weight: 6.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
The author of this book makes a FEW changes of the book every year to make money. If you have the 10th or 11th Edition DO NOT waste your money on this new edition. The more I go through the book the more regrets I have...
This book has not changed in years...
However, I recommend the book in general (so if you find a good deal on the 11th Edition go for it!)
By Cris
I actually used the 11th Edition in the PE Exam, but I had to purchase this book when it came out. This is a great "shelf-saver" if you are looking for something to encompass all facets of Civil Engineering. Since I use a lot of Structural codes, this edition refers to the most recent design codes with respect to the current standards enforced by NCEES. Comparing the 11th to the 13th, all the major errata have been fixed.
For use in the PE exam, I recommend tabbing the cover sheet of each chapter for quick access. Because I took the structural afternoon exam for the PE, I brought tons of books, but I recall using/retrieving the CERM about 80% of the time. Learn where all the chapters/tables/formulas are in this book, and you will be sure to have a higher chance of passing.
For use in the Office, I actually refer to the Geotechnical section a lot. I don't have an official geotech book that I can call my own, and although there are only a few chapters on the topics, I feel the CERM covers all the basics you need. The front matter of review of math/etc is OK, but I never really use it in the office. Because I work with other civil engineers in the field of environmental/water resource, Lindeburg gives a good explanation of the water treatment processes too (to me it covers enough for me to have a competent conversation with another engineer).
Overall, I definitely recommend this book!
By peterpascua
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