Bell F.G. Engineering Geology

2nd edition. — Elsevier Ltd., 2007. — 593 p. — ISBN13: 978-0-7506-8077-6; ISBN10: 0-7506-8077-6.As noted in the Preface to the first edition, engineering geology can be defined as the application of Geology to engineering practice. In other words, it is concerned with those geological factors that influence the location, design, construction and maintenance of engineering works. Accordingly, it draws on a number of geological disciplines such as geomorphology, structural geology, sedimentology, petrology and stratigraphy. In addition, engineering geology involves hydrogeology and some understanding of rock and soil mechanics. Similar to the first edition, this edition too is written for undergraduate and post-graduate students of engineering geology. It is hoped that this will also be of value to those involved in the profession, especially at the earlier stages of their careers. However, it is aimed at not just engineering geologists but also at those in civil and mining engineering, water engineering, quarrying and, to a lesser extent, architecture, planning, surveying and building. In other words, those who deal with the ground should know something about it.Rock types and stratigraphy
Geological structures
Surface processes
Groundwater conditions and supply
Description, properties and behaviour of soils and rocks
Geological materials used in construction
Site investigation
Geology, planning and development
Geology and construction