{"product_id":"an-introduction-to-coastal-engineering-hardcover","title":"An Introduction to Coastal Engineering - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMichael Isaacson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnderstand and respond to a changing coastline with this comprehensive reference\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCoastal engineering concerns society's interactions with coastlines and relates, for example, to coastal flooding, beach erosion, seawalls and breakwaters, and the design of marinas. As climate change drives sea level rise, coastal engineering is critical in responding to increased coastal flooding and receding shorelines. The need to develop coastal infrastructure while minimizing environmental impacts makes this a vital field. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAn Introduction to Coastal Engineering\u003c\/i\u003e offers a comprehensive overview of this subject, designed to bridge existing gaps in the general civil engineering literature. Covering all major aspects of coastal engineering, including ocean wave behaviour, structures, sediments, mixing processes, and modelling, the book emphasizes practical solutions and applications for students and practicing engineers alike. Thorough and rigorous, yet highly readable, the book is a must-own tool for developing solutions towards a sustainable coastal future. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAn Introduction to Coastal Engineering\u003c\/i\u003e readers will also find: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePertinent descriptions of wave theories, wave transformations and random waves\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDetailed discussion of practical solutions, recent advancements in the field, and up-to-date data sources\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorked-through examples and end-of-chapter problems with some written assignments\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA spreadsheet appendix containing a set of reference solutions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAn Introduction to Coastal Engineering\u003c\/i\u003e is ideal for students in upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses in coastal engineering, practicing coastal engineers, and other engineers engaged in coastal flood protection, waterfront development projects, and minimizing environmental impacts along shorelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnderstand and respond to a changing coastline with this comprehensive reference\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCoastal engineering concerns society's interactions with coastlines and relates, for example, to coastal flooding, beach erosion, seawalls and breakwaters, and the design of marinas. As climate change drives sea level rise, coastal engineering is critical in responding to increased coastal flooding and receding shorelines. The need to develop coastal infrastructure while minimizing environmental impacts makes this a vital field. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAn Introduction to Coastal Engineering\u003c\/i\u003e offers a comprehensive overview of this subject, designed to bridge existing gaps in the general civil engineering literature. Covering all major aspects of coastal engineering, including ocean wave behaviour, structures, sediments, mixing processes, and modelling, the book emphasizes practical solutions and applications for students and practicing engineers alike. Thorough and rigorous, yet highly readable, the book is a must-own tool for developing solutions towards a sustainable coastal future. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAn Introduction to Coastal Engineering\u003c\/i\u003e readers will also find: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePertinent descriptions of wave theories, wave transformations, and random waves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed discussion of practical solutions, recent advancements in the field, and up-to-date data sources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorked-through examples and end-of-chapter problems with some written assignments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA spreadsheet appendix containing a set of reference solutions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAn Introduction to Coastal Engineering\u003c\/i\u003e is ideal for students in upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses in coastal engineering, practicing coastal engineers, and other engineers engaged in coastal flood protection, waterfront development projects, and the minimization of environmental impacts along shorelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMichael Isaacson, Ph.D., P.Eng., \u003c\/b\u003e is Professor Emeritus of Civil Engineering at the University of British Columbia, Canada. He has decades of experience teaching coastal engineering and undertaking coastal engineering projects, his publication record includes over 200 papers on coastal engineering topics, and he has served on numerous professional committees and boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 336\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.87 x 9.29 x 7.4 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e December 05, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47381345894649,"sku":"9781394257140","price":148.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2782\/3097\/files\/8Q7rLdE4xQ9781394257140.webp?v=1770075230","url":"https:\/\/bookscloud.io\/products\/an-introduction-to-coastal-engineering-hardcover","provider":"BooksCloud Book Dropshipping","version":"1.0","type":"link"}