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Paul H. Wright (Author), Norman J. Ashford (Author), Robert J. Stammer (Author)
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December 29, 1997 0471173967 978-0471173960 4
Traveling along the path of the previous editions, "Transportation Engineering Planning and Design," follows the United States transportation system from its development, to its operations and control of the vehicle used to its planning (planning process, data collection, finances, procedures for future developments and evaluation of transportation plans) and on to the design of land, air and water transportation facilities (which includes highways, railways, runways, pipelines, terminals, harbors, ports, lighting for these areas, sizing and more.)

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This is the Third Edition of a recognized standard in transportation engineering, covering important aspects of planning, design, operation, management, and regulation. The first three parts of this text/reference deal with planning and other nonengineering aspects of transportation, covering the transportation system of the United States, operation and control of the vehicles, and the planning process, including management and finance issues. The last three parts cover the design of land, air, and water transportation facilities, including streets and highways, railways, guideway systems, land transportation terminals, pipelines, airports, harbors and ports. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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  • Paperback: 688 pages
  • Publisher: Wiley; 4 edition (December 29, 1997)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0471173967
  • ISBN-13: 978-0471173960
  • Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 7.3 x 1.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #835,758 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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this is an excellent textbook. I am a student studying civil engineering and used this book as required for a class. the book was very inciteful and full of useful information. it was presented in a logical manner and was easy to read and understand. all in all a good textbook.
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