Handbook for Building Construction: Administration, Materials, Design, and Safety

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1260456897 · 9781260456899
Plan, design, execute, and manage building construction projectsThis hands-on engineering textbook shows, step-by-step, how to work through the many stages of a building construction project?from planning and material selection through compliance, sa… Read More
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Plan, design, execute, and manage building construction projects

This hands-on engineering textbook shows, step-by-step, how to work through the many stages of a building construction project?from planning and material selection through compliance, safety, and quality assurance. Written by a pair of highly respected experts in the industry, Handbook for Building Construction: Administration, Materials, Design, and Safety contains best practices, real-world examples, and practical applications. You will discover how to develop design specifications, understand complex codes and regulations, and apply the best methods for building construction jobs of all sizes. 

Coverage includes:

  • The construction industry
  • The project team
  • Contract administration
  • Construction Accounting
  • Project Estimating
  • Scheduling projects
  • Risk management
  • Building materials and construction methods
  • Foundations
  • Electrical construction
  • Mechanical piping systems
  • HVAC
  • Energy efficient building systems
  • Software support
  • Productivity and quality management
  • Equipment for building construction
  • Safety