Handbook for Building Construction: Administration, Materials, Design, and Safety

Plan, design, execute, and manage building construction projects


This hands-on engineering textbook shows, step-by-step, how to work through the many stages of a building construction project―from planning and material selection through compliance, safety, and quality assurance. Written by a pair of highly respected experts in the industry, Handbook for Building Construction: Administration, Materials, Design, and Safety contains best practices, real-world examples, and practical applications. You will discover how to develop design specifications, understand complex codes and regulations, and apply the best methods for building construction jobs of all sizes.


Coverage includes:
The construction industry

The project team

Contract administration

Construction Accounting

Project Estimating

Scheduling projects

Risk management

Building materials and construction methods

Foundations

Electrical construction

Mechanical piping systems

HVAC

Energy efficient building systems

Software support

Productivity and quality management

Equipment for building construction

Safety