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Building Construction Materials and Techniques

Building Construction Materials and Techniques

Author(s):
  • P.Purushothama Raj
  • Author: P.Purushothama Raj
    • ISBN:9789332544796
    • 10 Digit ISBN:9332544794
    • Price:Rs. 700.00
    • Pages:624
    • Imprint:Pearson Education
    • Binding:Paperback
    • Status:Available


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    Building Construction Materials and Techniques follows a unique approach to the subject by including both materials and construction techniques in a combined text as per the latest trends in university curriculums. It also caters to the needs of the universities where these subjects are offered across two semesters as well.


    Of the 32 chapters in this book,13 are dedicated to building construction materials while the remaining 19 focus on conventional as well as modern techniques in construction. The chapters are supplemented by a plethora of self-explanatory illustrations for easy comprehension. Relevant references to IS codes and standards make this text ideal for extended learning.

     

    Table of Content

    "Preface
    1. Construction materials
    2. Building Stones
    3. Bricks
    4. Tiles and ceramic materials
    5. Lime
    6. Cement
    7. Mortar
    8. Concrete
    9. Precast concrete units
    10. Wood and wood-based products
    11. Metals and alloys
    12. Building finishes
    13. Other building materials
    14. Planning of buildings
    15. Foundations
    16. Masonry construction
    17. Walls
    18. Framed structures
    19. Arches and Lintels
    20. Doors, Windows and ventilators
    21. Stairs and elevators
    22. Temporary supporting structures
    23. Floorings
    24. Structural steel works
    25. Roofs and roof coverings
    26. Plastering and pointing
    27. Essential services in buildings
    28. Special services in buildings
    29. Protection of buildings
    30. Maintenance of buildings
    31. Construction planning and scheduling
    32. Construction equipments
    Objective Type Questions and Answers
    Bibliography
    Index"
     

    Salient Features

    "Coverage of both building materials and construction practices in a single volume

    Extensive coverage of conventional materials and modern construction materials like composites and geosynthetics

    Elaborate coverage of concrete and precast concrete units

    Adequate detailing on masonry construction

    Special emphasis on earthquake resistant structures

    Over 500 review questions, 300 objective questions and 300 illustrations"