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001			ABS66429
008			030211n2003 000 0 eng u
035			_a(Sirsi) u121326
245			_aOutlook changeable
260			_c2003
490			_aNew Civil Engineer _v30 January 2003, 18-21(4)
520			_aExamines the effects of climate change and extreme weather conditions on civil engineering. Outlines climate change predictions such as rising temperatures, heavier rainfall and rising sea levels and suggests that these will increase the frequency of extreme environmental events such as land slips and seawall overtopping. Looks at the problem of cliff erosion and failing sea defences and provides protection techniques for engineers. Suggests that structural design codes have generally proved reliable but that existing structures may need to be strengthened to cope with changes in rainfall patterns. Also looks at the design and construction of embankments, the impact of flooding for building owners and whether climate change should affect construction contracts.
590			_aABS
650			_aFLOODING
650			_aCLIMATE CHANGE
650			_aCIVIL ENGINEERING
650			_aCOASTAL EROSION
650			_aSTRUCTURAL DESIGN
650			_aBUILT ENVIRONMENT-BUILDING CONTRACT FORMS
650			_aEMBANKMENTS
650			_aRAINFALL
650			_aSEA LEVELS
650			_aSEA DEFENCES
690			_aENVIRONMENTAL AND LAND CONSULTANCY
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999			_c72096 _d72096