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Construction technology

By: Contributor(s): Language: English Publication details: Harlow Pearson 2005Edition: 4th edDescription: xi, 634p. ill. 24cmISBN:
  • 0131286420
  • 9780131286429
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • 690 $2 22
Partial contents:
Site and temporary works -- Substructure -- Superstructure -- Floors -- Fuel combustion -- Roofs -- Internal fixtures and fittings -- Insulation -- Access and facilities for disabled people: dwelling houses and flats -- Framed buildings -- Services
Summary: Written primarily for students, this standard text provides a thorough and practical introduction to the building process, focusing on low-rise domestic construction, with the inclusion of some elements of low-rise commercial and industrial building techniques. Includes a new chapter on access and facilities for disabled people, updated information on energy conservation issues, and references to the Building Regulations, British and European Standards. Bibliography.Summary: Supersedes third edition (ISBN 0582316162).

Site and temporary works -- Substructure -- Superstructure -- Floors -- Fuel combustion -- Roofs -- Internal fixtures and fittings -- Insulation -- Access and facilities for disabled people: dwelling houses and flats -- Framed buildings -- Services

Written primarily for students, this standard text provides a thorough and practical introduction to the building process, focusing on low-rise domestic construction, with the inclusion of some elements of low-rise commercial and industrial building techniques. Includes a new chapter on access and facilities for disabled people, updated information on energy conservation issues, and references to the Building Regulations, British and European Standards. Bibliography.

Supersedes third edition (ISBN 0582316162).