Since it was first published in 1976, this text has become the market-leading book for the engineering economy course. It has always been characterized by... A focus on practical applications: filled with interesting and relevant real-world examples, problems and vignettes. Accessibility: careful explanation of concepts in accounting and finance and how they apply to engineering situations.…
A thoroughly updated edition of the classic guide to project management of construction projects For more than thirty years, Construction Project Management has been considered the preeminent guide to all aspects of the construction project management process, including the Critical Path Method (CPM) of project scheduling, and much more. Now in its Sixth Edition, it continues to provide a solid…
Engineering Economy is intended for use in undergraduate introductory courses in Engineering Economics. Used by engineering students worldwide, this best-selling text provides a sound understanding of the principles, basic concepts, and methodology of engineering economy. Built upon the rich and time-tested teaching materials of earlier editions, it is extensively revised and updated to refl…
Urban Drainage has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect changes in the practice and priorities of urban drainage. New and expanded coverage includes: sewer flooding the impact of climate change flooding models the move towards sustainability. Providing a descriptive overview of the issues involved as well as the engineering principles and analysis, it draws on real-world examples as w…
'Urban Drainage' covers the purpose, design, construction and management of sewer systems, as well as their environmental impact. It is structured to provide an overview, engineering principles and analysis for each topic.
Beer and Johnston's Mechanics of Materials is the uncontested leader for the teaching of solid mechanics. Used by thousands of students around the globe since publication, Mechanics of Materials, provides a precise presentation of the subject illustrated with numerous engineering examples that students both understand and relate to theory and application. The tried and true methodology for pre…
Portfolio Construction and Analytics provides an up-to-date understanding of the analytic investment process for students and professionals alike. With complete and detailed coverage of portfolio analytics and modeling methods, this book is unique in its multi-disciplinary approach. Investment analytics involves the input of a variety of areas, and this guide provides the perspective of data ma…
Updated to the 2006 International Building and Residential Codes, the fifth edition of UNDERSTANDING CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS continues to highlight a range of real construction projects - from residential dwellings to commercial structures. This enhanced edition combines information and a hands-on approach to learning. The text provides thorough coverage that builds the foundation for a broad und…