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Construction Materials, Methods and Techniques by William Perkins Spence (1997, Trade Paperback)

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PublisherDelamr Cengage Learning

ISBN-100314205373

ISBN-139780314205377

eBay Product ID (ePID)239496

Product Key Features

Number of Pages1216 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication NameConstruction Materials, Methods and Techniques

Publication Year1997

SubjectConstruction / General, Technical & Manufacturing Industries & Trades, Methods & Materials

TypeTextbook

Subject AreaArchitecture, Technology & Engineering

AuthorWilliam Perkins Spence

FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Weight98.2 Oz

Item Length11.4 in

Item Width8.7 in

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Intended AudienceCollege Audience

LCCN97-020499

Dewey Edition21

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal624

Table Of ContentPART I: INTRODUCTION TO CONSTRUCTION METHODS, MATERIALS, AND TECHNIQUES. 1. Building Structures and Systems: An Overview. 2. Construction: A Dynamic Industry. 3. Properties of Materials. PART II: GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND SITE WORK. CSI DIVISION I: GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. CSI DIVISION II: SITE WORK. 4. The Building Site. 5. Soils. 6. Foundations. PART III: CONCRETE AND MASONRY. CSI DIVISION III: CONCRETE. 7. Concrete. 8. Cast-In-Place Concrete. 9. Precast Concrete Construction. CSI DIVISION IV: MASONRY. 10. Mortar for Masonry Walls. 11. Clay Brick and Tile. 12. Concrete Masonry. 13. Stone. 14. Masonry Construction. PART IV: METALS, WOOD AND PLASTIC. CSI DIVISION V: METALS. 15. Ferrous Metals. 16. Nonferrous Metals. 17. Steel Frame Construction. CSI DIVISION VI: WOOD AND PLASTICS. 18. Wood. 19. Products Manufactured From Wood. 20. Wood and Metal Light Frame Construction. 21. Heavy Timber Construction. 22. Finishing the Exterior and Interior of Light Wood Framed Buildings. 23. Paper and Pulp Products. 24. Plastics. PART V: THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION, DOORS, WINDOWS, AND FINISHES. CSI DIVISION VII: THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION. 25. Thermal Insulation and Vapor Barriers. 26. Bonding Agents, Sealers, and Sealants. 27. Bituminous Materials. 28. Roofing Systems. CSI DIVISION VIII: DOORS AND WINDOWS. 29. Glass. 30. Doors, Windows, Entrances, and Store Fronts. 31. Cladding Systems. CSI DIVISION IX: FINISHES. 32. Interior Finishes. 33. Protective and Decorative Coatings. 34. Gypsum, Lime, and Plaster. 35. Acoustical Materials. 36. Interior Walls, Partitions, and Ceilings. 37. Flooring. 38. Carpeting. PART VI: SPECIALTIES, EQUIPMENT, AND FURNISHINGS. CSI DIVISION X: SPECIALTIES. 39. Specialties. CSI DIVISION XI: EQUIPMENT. 40. Residential and Commercial Equipment.. CSI DIVISION XII: FURNISHINGS. 41. Furnishings. PART VII: SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION AND CONVEYING SYSTEMS. CSI DIVISION XIII: SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION. 42. Special Construction. CSI DIVISION XIV: CONVEYING SYSTEMS. 43. Conveying Systems. PART VIII: MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL. CSI DIVISION XV: MECHANICAL. 44. Fire Protection Systems. 45. Plumbing Systems. 46. Heating, Airconditioning, Ventilation, and Refrigeration. CSI DIVISION XVI: ELECTRICAL. 47. Electrical Equipment and Systems. Appendices. Glossary.

SynopsisDelmar presents the one complete reference for architects, civil engineers, construction engineers--virtually everyone involved in the building trades. Organized by CSI divisions II to XVI, this practical book covers all current materials and their applications in commercial and residential buildings. Carpentry chapters pay special attention to light-frame construction with both wood and metal; additional chapters cover plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and other critical systems. Almost 2,000 drawings and photographs bring the information to life, while metric charts provide the perfect resource for quick calculations. A vital part of every professional's library!

LC Classification NumberTH145.S627 1998