[.ca] Prestressed Concrete: A Fundamental Approach (ISBN 0131497596)

Worst textbook I have ever used!:
The biggest problem is that there are so many typographical errors, that it is hard to trust the formulas presented. Flowcharted procedures are great. In most examples, you can't figure out how the author got to the solution. I had a grad class with 9 other professionals. We spent most of our time beating up the examples and the solutions in the solutions manual. Once we reached Ch. 4, it was a struggle to get what the author was saying. We only made it to Ch. 7. With a good text, we could have covered 50% more material. Students, call PCI to get free Design Manuals (not a textbook replacement) for the whole class.

Prestressed Concrete: A fundamental Approach:
I used this book for a prestressed concrete class. The chapter headings looked appropriate. But the book is loaded with errors. As near as I can tell, no example in the book is correct. I sent a partial list of errors and the names of my unfortunate students who bought the book to the publisher. They allowed my students to exchange the book. Your best bet is to contact PCI or start with M.P. Collins (out of print, but I found a used copy), the PCI handbook, and fundamental papers.

It's dishonest to sell this book.:
I used this book for a senior/graduate prestressed concrete class. The chapter headings looked appropriate. But the book is loaded with errors. As near as I can tell, no example in the book is correct. Early on I contacted the author about a few errors and got no meaningful response. Finally, I sent a partial list of errors and the names of my unfortunate students who bought the book to the publisher. They allowed my students to exchange the book. Recovering from selecting this book and switching to other resources cost me many hours. Although, going through the books by Collins and Menn was very useful. In my opinion, your best bet for a class is to contact PCI or start with M.P. Collins (out of print, but I found a used copy), the PCI handbook, and fundamental papers.

Great new edition (3rd) !:
I can't believe it! This book covers almost all there is about basic prestressed concrete theory, but also explains some specific and advanced topics. The state-of-the-art chapter about seismic design is a must-read for designers in high risk seismic zones. Full coverage of hybrid conections (PRESSS) with examples.