Fundamentals of building construction : Materials and methods
Reference for thousands of professionals and students of architecture, engineering, and construction technology for over thirty years. The materials and methods described in this new seventh edition have been thoroughly updated to reflect the latest advancements in the industry. Carefully selected and logically arranged topics-ranging from basic building methods to the principles of structure and enclosure-help readers gain a working knowledge of the field in an enjoyable, easy-to-understand manner. All major construction systems, including light wood frame, mass timber, masonry, steel frame, light gauge steel, and reinforced concrete construction, are addressed. Now in its seventh edition, Fundamentals of building construction contains substantial revisions and updates.
Construction materials, methods, and techniques : Building for a sustainable future
Covers both traditional and contemporary materials, current industry standards and new and emerging technologies. The only text organized according to the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) MasterFormat (R) standards, construction materials, methods and techniques: building for a sustainable future, fifth edition, features a reader-friendly style and logical structure, which follows the construction process step-by-step from project inception to completion. The new edition provides up-to-date coverage of dramatic changes underway in the construction industry, including advances in pre-fabricated construction; increased use of drones, robotics and artificial intelligence; net-zero buildings and lean construction. You'll learn about key current industry developments and standards, as well as latest relevant building codes, all presented within a dynamic, richly illustrated new design.
Building codes illustrated : A guide to understanding the 2018 International Building Code ; 6th ed.
Provides brand new chapters on plumbing fixture counts, elevators, special construction, and existing buildings while updating the remainder of the material to align with recent changes to the IBC. includes: Thorough introductions to navigating the Code, use and occupancy, special uses and occupancies, and building heights and areas / Full explorations of the types of construction, fire resistive construction, interior finishes, fire-protection systems, and means of egress / Practical discussions of accessibility, interior environment, exterior walls, roof assemblies, and structural provisions / In-depth examinations of special inspections and tests, soils and foundations, building materials and systems, and elevators


