Materials for Civil and Construction Engineers, authored by Michael Mamlouk, is the fourth edition of this comprehensive resource designed for students and professionals in civil and construction engineering. This book covers the properties, uses, and evaluations of materials essential for supporting society’s infrastructure needs—from buildings to water distribution systems, dams, highways, and airport pavements. The text aims to deepen readers’ understanding of material behavior and the selection process, enabling them to contribute effectively to creating and maintaining crucial civil and construction engineering systems.

The fourth edition has been updated with a primary focus on sustainability, integrating the latest information and considerations for sustainable materials use in civil and construction engineering. Each chapter now includes new sections detailing sustainability aspects of various materials, along with enhanced problem sets and references to support student learning. With 672 pages of detailed content, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone involved in or studying civil and construction engineering.

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