Water Resources Engineering
by David A. Chin · Chin
Chin integrates fluid mechanics, hydraulics, hydrology and contaminant transport into one text covering pipe networks, open channels, stormwater and groundwater design. Readers can carry out standard water-resources design calculations to engineering practice standards.
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