Construction Materials, Methods and Techniques

✍ Scribed by William P. Spence

Publisher: Cengage Learning
Year: 2016
Tongue: English
Leaves: 946
Edition: Hardcover
Category: Library

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✦ Synopsis

Explore the most up-to-date green and sustainable methods for residential and commercial building construction as well as the latest materials, standards, and practices with CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS, METHODS AND TECHNIQUES: BUILDING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE, 4E. This comprehensive book's logical, well-structured format follows the natural sequence of a construction project. The book is the only one organized based on the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) Masterformat standards. You will find the most current industry developments and standards as well as latest relevant building codes within a dynamic new design. A wealth of comprehensive learning resources, including MindTap Personal Learning Experience, ensure a solid understanding of today's construction materials, methods and techniques that is critical for ongoing industry success."

✦ Table of Contents

PART I: INTRODUCTION.1. The Construction Industry: An Overview.2. Regulatory Constraints, Standards and Sustainability.PART II: SITE CONSTRUCTION AND EARTHWORK.3. Properties of Materials.4. The Building Site.5. Soils.6. Foundations.PART III: CONCRETE AND MASONRY.7. Concrete.8. Cast-In-Place Concrete.9. Precast Concrete.10. Mortars for Masonry Walls.11. Clay Brick and Tile.12. Concrete Masonry.13. Stone.14. Masonry Construction.PART IV: METALS, WOOD AND PLASTICS.15. Ferrous Metals.16. Nonferrous Metals.17. Steel Frame Construction.18. Wood.19. Products Manufactured from Wood.20. Wood and Metal Light Frame Construction.21. Heavy Timber Construction.22. Finishing the Exterior and Interior of Light Wood Frame Buildings.23. Plastics.PART V: THERMAL AND MOISTURE/OPENINGS/FINISHES.24. Thermal Insulation and Vapor Barriers.25. Bonding Agents, Sealers, and Sealants.26. Bituminous Materials.27. Roofing Systems.28. Glass.29. Doors, Windows, Entrances, and Storefronts.30. Cladding Systems.31. Interior Finishes, Paints and Coatings32. Acoustical Materials. 33. Interior Walls, Partitions, and Ceilings34. Flooring35. Specialties, Equipment and Furnishings36. Special Construction37. Conveying Systems.38. Fire-Suppression Systems.39. Plumbing Systems.40. Heating, Air-Conditioning, Ventilation, And Refrigeration.41. Electrical Equipment And Systems.42. Electronic Safety and Security.Appendices.

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