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Emphasizing common construction systems such as light wood frame, masonry bearing wall, steel frame, and reinforced concrete construction, the new edition includes new information on building materials properties; the latest on "pre-engineered" building components and sustainability issues; and reflects the latest building codes and standards.
Written by an author team with decades of experience in architecture, building construction, engineering, and teaching, Building Construction: Principles, Materials & Systems 2nd Edition is...
Building Construction Illustrated -- Fifth Edition. Francis D.K. Ching. Preface. 1 • THE BUILDING SITE. 2 • THE BUILDING. 3 • FOUNDATION SYSTEMS. 4 • FLOOR SYSTEMS. 5 • WALL SYSTEMS. 6 • ROOF SYSTEMS. 7 • MOISTURE & THERMAL PROTECTION. 8 • DOORS & WINDOWS. 9 • SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION. 10 • FINISH WORK. 11 • MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS.
Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods WEBJan 1, 2003 · Using the new International Building Code® as its basis, this classic guidebook covers the complete range of...
for design advice on a wide range of materials and production processes, particularly in relation to façades, within the Materials Consulting group of
This introductory chapter has provided a broad overview of building construction and materials, touching on the historical context, the construction process, the science behind the materials, and the tools and techniques used in the field.
Revised chapters address exterior wall systems and high-performance buildings, an updated and comprehensive discussion of building enclosure science, evolving tools for assessing environmental...
Revised chapters address exterior wall systems and high-performance buildings, an updated and comprehensive discussion of building enclosure science, evolving tools for assessing environmental and health impacts of building materials, and more.
Misra, Anil Kumar. S. Chand Publishing, 2018 - Technology & Engineering - 384 pages. Building Materials and Construction is primarily written for the students of Civil Engineering to make them...
become conversant thoroughly with these building materials. The knowledge of different types of material, their properties and uses for different purposes provides and important tool in the hands of the builders in achieving economy in material cost. The material cost in a building ranges 30 to 50 percent cost of total cost construction.