Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods, 5th Edition
The newly updated 5th Edition of Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods
Item #: 280-6800-08
ISBN: 047007468X
ISBN13: 9780470074688
Author: Edward Allen Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Manufacturer: John Wiley & Sons Manufacturer Item #: 9780470074688 Format: Hardcover
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Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods, 5th Edition is a best-selling reference that focuses on the basic materials and methods that are used in building construction. This essential textbook has been used by thousands of building construction students annually in schools of engineering, architecture and construction technology. The book places emphasis on common construction systems such as light wood frames, steel frames, masonry bearing walls and reinforced concrete. This updated edition contains new introductory material on the organization, processes, constraints and choices in the construction industry offers a better look at the management of construction. New sections have also been added, covering topics such as the building envelope and secrets for designing enclosures for the thermal insulation, air barriers, vapor retarders, and moisture control. More detail drawings with revised photographs and illustrations have also been added. 1024 pages.
Table of Contents:
Preface.
Chapter 1: Making Buildings.
Chapter 2: Foundations.
Chapter 3: Wood.
Chapter 4: Heavy Timber Frame Construction.
Chapter 5: Wood Light Frame Construction.
Chapter 6: Exterior Finishes for Wood Light Frame Construction.
Chapter 7: Interior Finishes for Wood Light Frame Construction.
Chapter 8: Brick Masonry.
Chapter 9: Stone and Concrete Masonry.
Chapter 10: Masonry Wall Construction.
Chapter 11: Steel Frame Construction.
Chapter 12: Light Gauge Steel Frame Construction.
Chapter 13: Concrete Construction.
Chapter 14: Sitecast Concrete Framing Systems.
Chapter 15: Precast Concrete Framing Systems.
Chapter 16: Roofing.
Chapter 17: Glass and Glazing.
Chapter 18: Windows and Doors.
Chapter 19: Designing Exterior Wall Systems.
Chapter 20: Cladding with Masonry and Concrete.
Chapter 21: Cladding with Metal and Glass.
Chapter 22: Selecting Interior Finishes.
Chapter 23: Interior Walls and Partitions.
Appendix.
Glossary.
Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods, 5th Edition