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This collection contains 59 papers presented at the Third National Congress on Civil Engineering History and Heritage at the ASCE National Convention, held in Houston, Texas, October 10-13, 2001.

GSP 114 is a fascinating collection of simple and inexpensive experiments focusing on the principles of soil mechanics for elementary through high school students.

GSP 109 contains eight papers presented at sessions of Geo-Denver 2000, held in Denver, Colorado, August 5-8, 2000.

This collection contains 33 edited papers presented at the 1999 National Civil Engineering Education Congress, held in Charlotte, North Carolina, October 16-20, 1999.

Richard Goodman illuminates the professional and personal life of Karl Terzaghi, a leading civil engineer of the 20th century and widely known as the father of soil mechanics.

Hensey offers tried and true strategies to help individuals seeking personal effectiveness and professional satisfaction.

Paul Levin leads engineers, owners, and construction managers through the complex process of construction contracting, focusing on the prevention, preparation, management, and resolution of construction claims and change orders.

David Nicastro examines various types of failure mechanisms, including their causes and identifying characteristics, and provides a comprehensive collection of case histories.

Kangari and Lucas provide practical guidance on coping successfully with the challenges of international operations and foreign business.

Wandmacher and Johnson provide guidance for practicing engineers, students, and educators who are adopting and using the International System of Units in their engineering work.