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by Philip J. Parker, Michael R. Penn
Introduction to Infrastructure: An Introduction to Civil and Environmental Engineering
Cover Page
Title Page
Copyright
Dedication
Foreword
Preface
Intended Audience
Goals and Motivation
Unique Features
Instructor Resources
Student Resources
Acknowledgments
Sample Syllabi
About the Authors
Brief Table of Contents
Contents
Chapter One: Introduction to Infrastructure and Careers in Civil and Environmental Engineering
Introduction
The Prevalence of Infrastructure
Infrastructure Systems
Funding Infrastructure
Sustainability
The Civil and Environmental Engineering Professions
Integration with Other Professions
Integration with the Public
Professional Issues
The Future of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Employment Opportunities
About This Book
Outro
Key Terms
Chapter Two: The Natural Environment
Introduction
Hydrologic Cycle and Hydrologic Budget
Watersheds
Rivers
Habitat/Native Species
Wetlands
Geologic Formations
Groundwater
Atmosphere
Climate Change
Outro
Key Terms
Chapter Three: Structural Infrastructure
Prelude to Chapters 3 through 5
Introduction
Foundations
Skyscrapers
Schools (ASCE 2009 Grade: D)
Bridges (ASCE 2009 Grade: C)
Dams (ASCE 2009 Grade: D)
Levees and Floodwalls (ASCE 2009 Grade: D–)
Retaining Walls
Outro
Key Terms
Chapter Four: Transportation Infrastructure
Introduction
Roads (ASCE 2009 Grade: D-)
Mass Transit (ASCE 2009 Grade: D)
Non-Motorized Transportation
Aviation (ASCE 2009 Grade: D)
Waterways (ASCE 2009 Grade: D-)
Ports
Locks
Tunnels
Rail (ASCE 2009 Grade: C-)
Outro
Key Terms
Chapter Five: Environmental and Energy Infrastructure
Introduction
Energy (ASCE 2009 Grade: D+)
Drinking Water (ASCE 2009 Grade: D-)
Wastewater (ASCE 2009 Grade: D-)
Stormwater
Parks and Recreation (ASCE 2009 Grade: C-)
Solid Waste (ASCE 2009 Grade: C+)
Hazardous Waste (ASCE 2009 Grade: D)
Outro
chapter Five Homework Problems
Key Terms
References
Chapter Six: Construction Sites
Introduction
Security
Staging Areas
Equipment
Utilities
Erosion Control
Outro
chapter Six Homework Problems
Key Terms
References
Chapter Seven: Infrastructure Systems
Introduction
Systems Overview
Infrastructure Components as Systems
Intra-Sector Systems
Inter-Sector Systems
The “Big Picture” System
Outro
Key Terms
Chapter Eight: History, Heritage, and Future
Introduction
Themes
Transportation
Water Distribution and Treatment
Wastewater Conveyance and Treatment
And Then There Was More…
The Future
Outro
Key Terms
Chapter Nine: Analysis Fundamentals
Introduction
The Nature of Analysis
The Analysis Process
Case Study: Creation of the Rational Method
Analysis Applications
Outro
Key Terms
References
Chapter Ten: Design Fundamentals
Introduction
The Design Process
Design Factors
Case Study: Chicago River Reversal
Design Applications
Outro
Key Terms
Chapter Eleven: Planning Considerations
Introduction
The Need for Planning
Infrastructure Planning
Transportation Planning
Land Use Planning
Regional Planning
Emergency Planning
Population Projections
Outro
Key Terms
Chapter Twelve: Energy Considerations
Introduction
Background
Energy Trends and Predicting Demand
Sources of Energy
Environmental Impacts
Energy as an Infrastructure Consideration
Outro
Key Terms
Chapter Thirteen: Sustainability Considerations
Introduction
The Needs of the World
Resource Demand
Measures of Sustainability
The Role of Civil and Environmental Engineers in Promoting Sustainability
Outro
Key Terms
Chapter Fourteen: Economic Considerations
Introduction
The Relationship Between Infrastructure and the Economy
Sources of Funds
Consideration of Project Economics
Outro
Key Terms
Chapter Fifteen: Environmental Considerations
Introduction
Environmental Protection
Environmental Impacts
The Good (Bad?) Ole Days
Environmental Regulations
Environmental Complexity
Outro
Key Terms
Chapter Sixteen: Social Considerations
Introduction
Welcoming the Challenge
Social Impact Assessment
Displacement
Neighborhood Cohesion
Health
Environmental Justice
Outro
Key Terms
Chapter Seventeen: Ethical Considerations
Introduction
Ethics and Engineering
Codes of Ethics
Ethical Decision-Making Framework
Case Study
Corruption
Outro
Key Terms
Chapter Eighteen: Security Considerations
Introduction
Economic Impacts and Infrastructure Security
Critical Infrastructure
Designing for Failure
Water Security
Energy Security
Transportation Security
Risk Considerations
Outro
Chapter Nineteen: Other (No Less Important) Considerations
Legal Considerations contributed by Matthew S. Carstens, Esq.
Introduction
Safety Considerations
Maintenance Considerations
Constructability Considerations
Aesthetic Considerations
Political Considerations
Legal Considerations
Outro
Key Terms
Chapter Twenty: Analysis II
Introduction
Construction Engineering: Critical Path Method
Environmental Engineering: Air Pollution
Geotechnical Engineering: Katrina Floodwalls
Structural Engineering: Deflection of Beams
Transportation Engineering: Transportation Impact Study
Outro
Key Terms
Chapter Twenty One: Design II
Introduction
Construction Engineering: Concrete Mix and Formwork
Environmental Engineering: Primary Treatment of Wastewater
Geotechnical Engineering: Floodwalls
Structural Engineering: Design of Structural Members
Transportation Engineering: Horizontal Curves
Outro
Key Terms
Chapter Opener Photo Credit
Index
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