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Author : Peter A. Mann
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 468 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (318 download)
Download or read book Illustrated Residential and Commercial Construction written by Peter A. Mann and published by . This book was released on 1989 with total page 468 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Francis D. K. Ching
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118044908
Total Pages : 815 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (18 download)
Download or read book Building Construction Illustrated written by Francis D. K. Ching and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-03-10 with total page 815 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The classic visual guide to the basics of building construction, now with the most current information For nearly three decades, Building Construction Illustrated has offered an outstanding introduction to the principles of building construction. This new edition of the revered classic remains as relevant as ever-providing the latest information in Francis D.K. Ching's signature style. Its rich and comprehensive approach clearly presents all of the basic concepts underlying building construction and equips readers with useful guidelines for approaching virtually any new materials or techniques they may encounter. Laying out the material and structural choices available, it provides a full under-standing of how these choices affect a building's form and dimensions. Complete with more than 1,000 illustrations, the book moves through each of the key stages of the design process, from site selection to building components, mechanical systems, and finishes. Illustrated throughout with clear and accurate drawings that present the state of the art in construction processes and materials Updated and revised to include the latest knowledge on sustainability, incorporation of building systems, and use of new materials Archetypal drawings offer clear inspiration for designers and drafters Reflects the most current building codes and CSI Master Format numbering scheme With its comprehensive and lucid presentation of everything from foundations and floor systems to finish work, Building Construction Illustrated, Fourth Edition equips students and professionals in all areas of architecture and construction with useful guidelines for approaching virtually any new materials or techniques they may encounter in building planning, design, and construction.
Author : RSMeans
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0876290128
Total Pages : 578 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (762 download)
Download or read book Residential and Light Commercial Construction Standards written by RSMeans and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-06-26 with total page 578 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A popular reference used daily by builders, contractors, architects, and owners, this guide is a unique collection of industry standards that define quality in construction. For contractors, subcontractors, owners, developers, architects, engineers, attorneys, and insurance personnel, it provides authoritative requirements and recommendations compiled from the nation's leading professional associations, industry publications, and building code organizations. New third edition is completely updated to the latest standards, codes, and trends. Coverage includes standards for concrete, masonry, framing, finish carpentry and cabinetry, insulation, roofing, windows and doors, drywall and ceramic tile, floor covering, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and more. This one-stop reference is enhanced by helpful commentary from respected practitioners, including identification of items most frequently targeted for construction defect claims. FEATURES: This one-of-a-kind resource enables you to: Establish an acceptable quality of workmanship Resolve disputes and avoid litigation Train personnel in correct installation procedures Answer client questions and authority Easily find applicable building code information The nationwide team of editors includes leading contractors, engineers, architects and construction defect analysts. They provide practical installation tips, along with advice on how to avoid the most frequently cited defect claims.
Author : James T. Frane
Publisher : Craftsman Book Company
ISBN 13 : 9781572180086
Total Pages : 420 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (8 download)
Download or read book Craftsman's Illustrated Dictionary of Construction Terms written by James T. Frane and published by Craftsman Book Company. This book was released on 1994 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Almost anything you could possibly want to know about any word or technique in construction. Hundreds of up-to-date terms, materials, drawings and pictures with detailed descriptions.
Author : Francis D. K. Ching
Publisher : Wiley
ISBN 13 : 9780471358985
Total Pages : 468 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (589 download)
Download or read book Building Construction Illustrated written by Francis D. K. Ching and published by Wiley. This book was released on 2000-10-04 with total page 468 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Comprehensive and up-to-date- the classic visual guide to the basics of building construction For twenty-five years, Building Construction Illustrated has offered an outstanding introduction to the principles of building construction. Now this Third Edition has been expertly revised and updated to address the latest advances in materials, building technology, and code requirements. Complete with more than 1,000 illustrations, the book moves through each of the key stages of the design process, from site selection to building components, mechanical systems, and finishes. Topics within each chapter are organized according to the CSI MasterFormat(TM), making the book extremely easy to use. Special features of this edition include integrated coverage of environmentally friendly materials, sustainable building construction strategies, and ADA requirements, as well as the inclusion of both metric and standard U.S. measurements throughout the book. With its clear presentation of the basic concepts underlying building construction, Building Construction Illustrated, Third Edition equips students and professionals in all areas of architecture and construction with useful guidelines for approaching virtually any new materials or techniques they may encounter in building planning, design, and construction.
Author : Edward Allen
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0470905123
Total Pages : 989 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (79 download)
Download or read book Fundamentals of Residential Construction written by Edward Allen and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-03-10 with total page 989 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The leading guide to professional home construction—now updated and revised! Fundamentals of Residential Construction, Third Edition features the most up-to-date explanations of today's residential construction systems. From foundation to roof and exterior finishes to interior details, this new edition thoroughly addresses the latest developments in materials and methods of house construction, including energy efficiency, framing, and roofing. Abundantly illustrated with more than 1,250 drawings and photographs, including new photorealistic illustrations that bring the text to life, this Third Edition provides authoritative coverage on wood light-frame construction, industrialized systems of construction, insulating concrete forms, light-gauge steel frame, panelized construction, and a new chapter on multifamily construction. Topics covered include: Plumbing Building codes Heating and cooling Financing Wiring Roofing Thermal insulation Environmental concerns Foundations Finish sitework Rough sitework Wood and light-gauge steel framing Engineered materials Exterior and interior finishes Organized in a logical, easy-to-follow format, Fundamentals of Residential Construction, Third Edition is the one-stop source for building professionals to gain a working knowledge of codes, management procedures, material, and all home building concerns.
Author : David A. Madsen
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 135197839X
Total Pages : 526 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (519 download)
Download or read book Modern Residential Construction Practices written by David A. Madsen and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-07-06 with total page 526 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Modern Residential Construction Practices provides easy-to-read, comprehensive and highly illustrated coverage of residential building construction practices that conform to industry standards in the United States and Canada. Each chapter provides complete descriptions, real-world practices, realistic examples, three-dimensional (3D) illustrations, and related tests and problems. Chapters cover practices related to every construction phase including: planning, funding, permitting, codes, inspections, site planning, excavation, foundations and flatwork, floors, walls, roofs, finish work and cabinetry; heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC); electrical, and plumbing. The book is organized in a format that is consistent with the process used to take residential construction projects from preliminary concept through all phases of residential building construction. An ideal textbook for secondary and college level construction programs, the book is packed with useful features such as problems that challenge students to identify materials and practices, along with research and document information about construction materials and practices, useful summaries, key notes, a detailed glossary, and online materials for both students and educators.
Author : David Madsen
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Companies
ISBN 13 : 9781266055607
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (556 download)
Download or read book Commercial Building Construction (PB) written by David Madsen and published by McGraw-Hill Companies. This book was released on 2023-08-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Master the latest commercial building construction components and practices in an easy-to-read comprehensive textbook This hands-on textbook introduces you to commercial building construction methods and materials currently used in the United States and Canada. Easy to read and logically organized to reflect real-world practices, Commercial Building Construction: Materials and Methods includes detailed examples along with hundreds of 3D illustrations that accurately reflect the style of construction drawings and techniques applied in the field today. You will get a complete set of commercial drawings that is referred to and described throughout the text to correlate related construction practices. Every figure in the book is provided in an image library for viewing on your computer. Included is the most comprehensive construction glossary available. Each chapter has correlated tests, print reading problems, and critical thinking problems. Current content-related actual commercial construction building projects are provided throughout to provide real-world applications. Coverage includes: Construction plans, specifications, and construction management with complete building information modeling content Sustainable technology Construction site and excavation with erosion and sediment control and basic site and construction surveying practices Concrete construction and foundation systems Masonry construction Steel construction Wood and heavy timber construction Roof construction and materials Doors and windows with sloped glazing, storefronts, curtain walls, and window walls Insulation and barriers with indoor air quality and safety Stair construction Finish work and materials Mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems
Author : Charles D. Willis
Publisher : Delmar Thomson Learning
ISBN 13 : 9780827316546
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (165 download)
Download or read book Blueprint Reading for Commercial Construction written by Charles D. Willis and published by Delmar Thomson Learning. This book was released on 1979 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Thomas E. Proctor
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780826904263
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (42 download)
Download or read book Printreading for Residential and Light Commercial Construction written by Thomas E. Proctor and published by . This book was released on with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Thomas E. Proctor
Publisher : Ingram
ISBN 13 : 9780826904232
Total Pages : 388 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (42 download)
Download or read book Building Trades Printreading written by Thomas E. Proctor and published by Ingram. This book was released on 2000 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Abe Kruger
Publisher : Cengage Learning
ISBN 13 : 9781111308193
Total Pages : 521 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (81 download)
Download or read book Green Building written by Abe Kruger and published by Cengage Learning. This book was released on 2013 with total page 521 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: GREEN BUILDING: PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES IN RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION, International Edition provides a current, comprehensive guide to this exciting, emerging field. From core concepts to innovative applications of cutting-edge technology and the latest industry trends, this text offers an in-depth introduction to the construction of "green" homes. Unlike many texts that adopt a product-oriented approach, this book emphasizes the crucial planning, processes, and execution methods necessary for effective, environmentally sound construction. This text demonstrates that Earth-friendly products and energy-efficient materials take planning in order to make a building truly green. This visionary text helps students and professionals develop the knowledge and skills to "think green" from start to finish, empowering and inspiring them to build truly sustainable homes.
Author : Francis D. K. Ching
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119953170
Total Pages : 484 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (199 download)
Download or read book European Building Construction Illustrated written by Francis D. K. Ching and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2014-02-10 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first European edition of Francis DK Ching’s classic visual guide to the basics of building construction. For nearly four decades, the US publication Building Construction Illustrated has offered an outstanding introduction to the principles of building construction. This new European edition focuses on the construction methods most commonly used in Europe, referring largely to UK Building Regulations overlaid with British and European, while applying Francis DK Ching’s clear graphic signature style. It provides a coherent and essential primer, presenting all of the basic concepts underlying building construction and equipping readers with useful guidelines for approaching any new materials or techniques they may encounter. European Building Construction Illustrated provides a comprehensive and lucid presentation of everything from foundations and floor systems to finish work. Laying out the material and structural choices available, it provides a full understanding of how these choices affect a building′s form and dimensions. Complete with more than 1000 illustrations, the book moves through each of the key stages of the design process, from site selection to building components, mechanical systems and finishes. Illustrated throughout with clear and accurate drawings that effectively communicate construction processes and materials Provides an overview of the mainstream construction methods used in Europe Based around the UK regulatory framework, the book refers to European level regulations where appropriate. References leading environmental assessment methods of BREEAM and LEED, while outlining the Passive House Standard Includes emerging construction methods driven by the sustainability agenda, such as structural insulated panels and insulating concrete formwork Features a chapter dedicated to construction in the Middle East, focusing on the Gulf States
Author : Walter Charles Brown
Publisher : Goodheart-Wilcox Publisher
ISBN 13 : 9781590703472
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (34 download)
Download or read book Print Reading for Construction written by Walter Charles Brown and published by Goodheart-Wilcox Publisher. This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Print Reading for Construction is designed to assist students in reading and understanding residential and commercial prints. This practical text is suitable for vocational students, apprentices, and building trades workers who want to increase their knowledge of print reading and construction drawings. The combination text and workbook presents a thorough discussion of print reading techniques, starting with the basics of print reading and progressing to advanced topics.
Author : Francis D. K. Ching
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119485045
Total Pages : 484 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (194 download)
Download or read book Building Codes Illustrated written by Francis D. K. Ching and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-05-30 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE BESTSELLING, FULLY ILLUSTRATED GUIDE TO THE 2018 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE Uniquely marrying the graphic skills of bestselling author Francis D.K Ching with the code expertise of Steven Winkel, FAIA, the new sixth edition of Building Codes Illustrated is a clear, concise, and easy-to-use visual guide to the International Building Code (IBC) for 2018. Fully updated throughout, it highlights all of the changes to the code for quick reference and easy navigation. It pulls out the portions of the building code that are most relevant for the architect and provides an easy-to-understand interpretation in both words and illustrations. The first two chapters of Building Codes Illustrated: A Guide to Understanding the 2018 International Building Code, Sixth Edition give background and context regarding the development, organization, and use of the IBC. The following sections cover such information as: use and occupancy; building heights and areas; types of construction; fire-resistive construction; interior finishes; means of egress; accessibility; energy efficiency; roof assemblies; structural provisions; special inspections and tests; soils and foundations; building materials and systems; and more. A complete, user-friendly guide to code-compliant projects Highlights all the significant changes in the 2018 IBC Uses clear language and Frank Ching's distinctive illustrations to demystify the 2018 International Build Code (IBC) text Provides students and professionals with a fundamental understanding of IBC development, interpretation, and application Building Codes Illustrated: A Guide to Understanding the 2018 International Building Code gives students and professionals in architecture, interior design, construction, and engineering a user-friendly, easy-to-use guide to the fundamentals of the 2018 IBC.
Author : Eric Fleming
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1405148160
Total Pages : 400 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (51 download)
Download or read book Construction Technology written by Eric Fleming and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-02-12 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This new textbook provides a comprehensive introduction to everyaspect of the technology of low-rise construction. It includessub-structure (site work, setting out and foundations) andsuperstructure (flooring, roofs, finishes, fittings and fixtures).The material here covers the first year course requirement of allcourses on which construction technology is taught - no matter whatthe ultimate qualification. It offers tried and tested solutions to a range of constructionproblems and is organised following the sequence of construction.It will show what has been done in the past, demonstrating goodpractice - what works and what doesn't - and common faults. Thereare summaries of the more important BSI documents and reference tothe latest building regulations. Lengthy explanations are avoided by relying heavily on hundreds ofillustrations, pairing detail drawings with clear photographs toshow real life construction situations. The supporting spreadsheet referred to in the book can be found atthis linkhttp://www.blackwellpublishing.com/pdf/fleming/Fleming_spreadsheet.xls
Author : Steven R. Winkel
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0470048484
Total Pages : 434 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (7 download)
Download or read book Building Codes Illustrated for Elementary and Secondary Schools written by Steven R. Winkel and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2007-04-13 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now more than ever, architects need an interpretive guide to understand how the building code affects the early design of specific projects. This easy-to-use, illustrative guide is part of a new series covering building codes based on the International Building Code for 2006. This book presents the complex code issues inherent to elementary and secondary school design in a clear, easily understandable format.
