Construction

Construction Science & Materials is designed to cover topics studied at levels 2 5 on Construction HND courses and is also suitable for first year undergraduates on construction courses as well as Building surveying, Architectural Technology and Quantity Surveying.

Organised in three parts, Brickwork and Blockwork provides the student with an introduction to the diploma syllabus, complete coverage of the individual training units for the Diploma in Bricklaying and finally coverage of the methods of gathering work-based evidence, its preparation and the skills of mapping and tracking.

After a disaster strikes, the construction industry is often engaged in a range of critical activities: providing temporary shelter after the disaster; restoration of permanent shelter and public services such as hospitals, schools, water supply, power, communications, and environmental infrastructure.

Offers comprehensive coverage of different aspects of building construction work. This title covers brickwork, carpentry and roofing, giving practical guidance on different aspects of the work and offering definitions of the terms used. It includes sections on joinery, stairs and floors.

Henry Adams' book on building construction is considered one of the finest text books of the Edwardian era. First published in 1906, this reprint of the 1912 edition is an ideal reference offering invaluable information on traditional construction techniques. The book is copiously illustrated with the author's own excellent drawings.

The highly regarded Mitchell's series, and these reissues in particular are an invaluable tool in helping the modern-day architect to understand how a change of use to a historic building will impact on the materials used in its construction.