This publication provides introductory technical guidance for civil engineers and other professional engineers, coastal planners and construction managers interested in coastal environmental engineering. Here is what is discussed: 1. OVERVIEW OF COASTAL SHORE PROTECTION PROJECTS, 2. ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES, 3. PROTECTIVE BEACHES, 4. DUNES, 5. HUMAN-MADE STRUCTURES, 6. NON-STRUCTURAL ALTERNATIVES, 7. ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING, 8. MITIGATION DECISION ANALYSIS.