Fundamentals of building construction : materials and methods /
Now in its Fifth Edition, this essential textbook has been used by thousands of students annually in schools of architecture, engineering, and construction technology. The bestselling reference focuses on the basic materials and methods used in building construction, emphasizing common construction...
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| Format: | Electronic eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Hoboken, N.J. :
Wiley,
©2009.
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| Edition: | 5th ed. |
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| Online Access: | CONNECT |
Table of Contents:
- Making buildings
- Foundations
- Wood
- Heavy timber frame construction
- Wood light frame construction
- Exterior finishes for wood light frame construction
- Interior finishes for wood light frame construction
- Brick masonry
- Stone and concrete masonry
- Masonry wall construction
- Steel frame construction
- Light gauge steel frame construction
- Concrete construction
- Site cast concrete framing systems
- Precast concrete framing systems
- Roofing
- Glass and glazing
- Windows and doors
- Designing exterior wall systems
- Cladding with masonry and concrete
- Cladding with metal and glass
- Selecting interior finishes
- Interior walls and partitions
- Finish ceilings and floors.
