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Fundamental Building Technology [151533]

  £19.99
All students undertaking Level One undergraduate programmes in construction need to develop an understanding of basic building techniques. This up-to-date and dependable textbook takes the reader through the essential skills, concepts and methods of constructing a simple house to provide a solid grounding in building techniques. Working through each element of a building project and incorporating practical considerations from materials selection to implementation, this is the ideal handbook for all students who need a hands-on and thorough guide. Self-assessment exercises at key points underline the main concepts and make this text ideal for distance or independent learners as well as university students. Contents: Acknowledgements Forward 1. Introduction to Building Technology 2. Site Investigation and the Type of Ground 3. Excavation 4. Foundations 5. Concrete 6. Single Storey Basements 7. Bricks and Blocks 8. External Wall Construction 9. Bonding and Openings 10. Timber 11. Ground Floors 12. Upper Floors 13. Flat Roof Construction 14. Flat Roof Coverings 15. Pitched Roof Construction 16. Pitched Roof Coverings 17. Timber Frame and Steel Frame House Construction 18. Windows and Glazing 19. Doors 20. Stairs 21. Plasters and Plasterboard 22. Internal Walls and Partitions 23. Internal Finishes 24. External Wall Finishes Glossary Bibliography.
Author:  Charlett, Andrew J.
Date Published:  01 December 2006
Document Type:  Books
Format:  Paperback
ISBN:  0415386241
ISBN13:  9780415386241
Pages:  288
Publisher:  Taylor & Francis Ltd
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