Fundamentals of building construction : materials and methods /
Now in its sixth edition, this bestselling reference focuses on the basic materials and methods used in building construction. Emphasizing common construction systems such as light wood frame, masonry bearing wall, steel frame and reinforced concrete construction, the new edition includes new inform...
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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Hoboken, New Jersey :
John Wiley & Sons,
[2014].
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| Edition: | Sixth edition. |
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| Summary: | Now in its sixth edition, this bestselling reference focuses on the basic materials and methods used in building construction. Emphasizing common construction systems such as light wood frame, masonry bearing wall, steel frame and reinforced concrete construction, the new edition includes new information on building materials properties, the latest on "pre-engineered" building components and sustainability issues and reflects the latest building codes and standards. It also features an expanded series of case studies along with more axonometric detail drawings and revised photographs for a thoroughly illustrated approach. |
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| Physical Description: | xii, 1007 pages : illustrations ; 29 cm. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 9781118138915 (hardback) 1118138910 (hardback) |