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Construction Methods and Management, 7th Edition, is a classic text that incorporates major construction management topics with coverage of the methods of heavy/highway and building construction. It incorporates both US customary and metric (SI) units throughout the text, presents concrete formwork design equations and procedures in both units, and covers construction equipment maintenance practices and safety considerations. Heavily illustrated, this unique text and reference combines a solid foundation in principles with practical applications.
For courses in Construction Engineering I, Construction Management, Introduction to Construction, Building Construction.
Construction Methods and Management, Seventh Edition, is designed to guide construction engineers and managers in planning, estimating, and directing construction operations safely and effectively. Comprehensive and up-to-date, the text integrates major construction management topics with an explanation of the methods of heavy/highway and building construction. It incorporates both customary U.S. units and metric ( SI) units and is the only text to present concrete formwork design equations and procedures using both measurement systems. This edition features information on new construction technology, the latest developments in soil and asphalt compaction, the latest developments in wood preservation and major health, safety and environmental concerns.
New to this Edition:
NEW TOPICS - Fully updated to address current developments in the construction industry, including:
- Building codes
- Concrete and masonry construction
- Construction economics
- Construction productivity
- Construction safety
- Design of concrete formwork
- Fuel-resistant asphalt
- Soil and asphalt compaction
- Wood preservation
- Truss installation
NEW- Presents the latest developments in soil and asphalt compaction - in this edition.
- Provides an understanding of the most effective compaction procedures for the newer asphalt mixes such as those utilized when employing Superpave techniques.
NEW- Presents the latest developments in wood preservation materials and techniques - in response to environmental concerns.
- Describes the environmental concerns regarding traditional wood preservation techniques and describes the new materials and methods being used to address these concerns.
NEW- Expands and updates coverage of construction safety, health and environmental hazards - in Chapter 19 and throughout the text.
- Includes coverage of major health and environmental hazards, construction safety considerations and equipment maintenance procedures.
- Cautions readers of potential hazards and presents methods to minimize various risks.
NEW- Contains new illustrations, references, and end-of-chapter problems - in this edition.
- Continues to supply readers with the latest information on construction methods and management.
Features:
Provides a balanced perspective of construction management and methods - throughout the text.
- Presents the most comprehensive coverage of heavy/highway construction, building construction and management.
- Integrates major construction management topics with an explanation of the methods of heavy/highway and building construction.
Provides concrete design equations and procedures - in both U.S. and metric units.
Offers a presentation that makes this text unique.
Uses both customary U.S. units and metric ( SI) units - throughout the text and end-of-chapter problems.
- Gives students the only construction methods and management resource to incorporate both measurement systems throughout the text and problems.
Includes over 80 photographs and 200 line drawings - throughout the text.
- Helps illustrate and explain modern construction equipment, materials, and methods.
Contains computer-based end-of-chapter exercises - which assess student learning.
- Offers problems that can be solved using conventional computer programming languages or electronic spreadsheets and their associated functions.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
PART ONE: EARTHMOVING AND HEAVY CONSTRUCTION
2. Earthmoving Materials and Operations
3. Excavating and Lifting
4. Loading and Hauling
5. Compacting and Finishing
6. Rock Excavation
7. Production of Aggregate, Concrete, and Asphalt Mixes
8. Paving and Surface Treatments
9. Compressed Air and Water Systems
PART TWO: BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
10. Foundations
11. Wood Construction
12. Concrete Construction
13. Concrete Form Design
14. Masonry Construction
15. Steel Construction
PART THREE: CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
16. Planning and Scheduling
17. Construction Economics
18. Contract Construction
19. Construction Safety and Health and Equipment Maintenance
20. Improving Productivity and Performance
APPENDIX A: METRIC CONVERSION FACTORS
APPENDIX B: CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY ORGANIZATIONS
APPENDIX C: CONSTRUCTION INTERNET SOURCES
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