Construction

New edition of the popular Carpentry and Joinery Level 2 Candidate Handbook from Heinemann, fully updated with new content and precisely aligned to the CAA Diploma specification, providing learners with the right tools for job.

This book and its companion volume External Components encourage an evaluation of alternative methods for putting components together. Both use contemporary case studies to relate component design to real building.

Every building is composed of parts, or components, that may be organized in various ways. For example, there are different ways to configure walls so that they perform their functions in an efficient manner. This title describes the individual elements, such as floor slabs, roofs, openings, and foundations.

The surfaces and composition of flooring make a decisive contribution to the perceived atmosphere, quality and appreciation of rooms. With a fundamental theoretical basis, this book offers decision-making tips and background information on various types of flooring and materials as well as how to plan proper structural connections and transitions.

Lay the foundation for a career as a bricklayer. Published in association with City & Guilds and suitable for the 6705 Diploma, as well as other Level 1 Bricklaying qualifications, this highly illustrated and accessible book covers the principles of construction, setting out, block walls, brick walls, cavity walls, and health and safety.

Carve out a career as a carpenter or joiner. Published in association with City & Guilds and suitable for the 6706 Diploma, as well as other Level 1 qualifications, this highly illustrated and accessible book will introduce the principles of construction, how to use hand and power tools, woodworking joints, and health and safety.

This volume provides a concise overview of the main facets of masonry wall construction, including materials, structural design, types of walls, movement, insulation, rain exclusion, site practice, defects and repair.

This new edition provides comprehensive, readily understandable assistance to concrete producers in the design and control of their product. It shows how to apply the principles with or without elaborate systems and achieve competitive mix designs and close quality control without either excessive expenditure or extensive theoretical study.

The step-by-step guide to a range of woodworking and joinery tasks.