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BUILDING CONSTRUCTION HANDBOOK
Building Construction Handbook
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Seventh Edition

By
Roy Chudley, Former Senior Lecturer in Building Technology at the Guildford College of Technology, Surrey, and author of many highly respected construction books.
Roger Greeno, BA(Hons.), FCIOB, FIPHE, FRSA, Formerly Portsmouth University and Guildford College, UK

Description
Building Construction Handbook is an authoritative reference for all students and professionals. It is full of detailed drawings that clearly illustrate the construction of building elements. The principles and processes of construction are explained with the concepts of design included where appropriate. Extensive coverage of building construction practice and techniques, representing both traditional procedures and modern developments, are also included to provide the most comprehensive and easy to understand guide to building construction. The new edition has been reviewed and updated and includes additional material on energy conservation, sustainable construction, environmental and green building issues. Further details of fire protection to elements of construction are provided. Building Construction Handbook is an essential text for undergraduate and vocational students on a wide range of courses including NVQ and BTEC National, through Higher National Certificate and Diploma to Foundation and three-year Degree level. It is also a useful practice reference for building designers, contractors and others engaged in the construction industry.

Audience
Students on vocational courses on Building Services Engineering, Construction and Civil Engineering courses. Built Environment, Construction Management and Civil Engineering undergraduates (and related areas). Professional reference.

Contents
General; Site Works; Builders Plant; Substructure; Superstructure; Internal Construction and Finishes; Domestic Services; Index

Bibliographic details
Paperback, 776 pages, publication date: MAR-2008
ISBN-13: 978-0-7506-8622-8
Imprint: BUTTERWORTH HEINEMANN

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