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Materials in Construction: An Introduction presents a clear and accessible introduction to the principles, practice and performance of construction materials. This new edition is being published as a companion to G. D. Taylor's forthcoming Materials in Construction: Principles, Practice and Performance - an advanced text that will develop the topics presented in this book. The coverage of a wide range of construction materials provides a comprehensive foundation to the subject, and includes an overview of performance characteristics and standards for many materials. The text also reviews material properties, and examines and evaluates modes of deterioration while emphasising preventative techniques and remedial treatment. Throughout the text carefully devised example experiments and questions support the theory and practical information. Materials in Construction is an essential handbook for any student studying materials as part of a construction course at BTEC NC/D, HNC/D and undergraduate level.
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This second edition of Materials in Construction describes the concepts needed to permit the assessment and intelligent use of materials in construction projects by more advanced undergraduate students.
This text aims to provide a thorough understanding of all the major materials used in construction, covering their structure, properties and performance. The author takes a unified approach to materials giving full explanations of the interrelationships between properties and performance in use. This enables students to gain a thorough insight into the principles, behaviour and limitations of materials.
Increased attention has been given to maintenance and conservation of existing structures, reflecting the substantial proportion of work in the construction industry that now relates to existing stock.
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* Covers the major materials found in the construction industry
* Provides an understanding of the principles, behaviour and limitations of materials
* Explains the interaction of materials with each other, for example, movement problems
* Updated throughout to include reference to current standards, theory and practice
* Increased coverage of environmental issues and "sustainable construction"
This text is aimed at second and third year undergraduates studying for managerial positions in the construction and related industries.
G.D. Taylor is Principal Lecturer in Construction Materials in the Built Environment Division of the School of the Environment, University of Brighton. He has undertaken extensive research into movement in concrete and time-dependent movement in timber. He is also author of Materials in Construction- An Introduction, 3rd edition. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
This text aims to provide a thorough understanding of all the major materials used in construction, covering their structure, properties and performance. The author takes a unified approach to materials giving full explanations of the interrelationships between properties and performance in use. This enables students to gain a thorough insight into the principles, behaviour and limitations of materials.
Increased attention has been given to maintenance and conservation of existing structures, reflecting the substantial proportion of work in the construction industry that now relates to existing stock.
Features
* Covers the major materials found in the construction industry
* Provides an understanding of the principles, behaviour and limitations of materials
* Explains the interaction of materials with each other, for example, movement problems
* Updated throughout to include reference to current standards, theory and practice
* Increased coverage of environmental issues and "sustainable construction"
This text is aimed at second and third year undergraduates studying for managerial positions in the construction and related industries.
G.D. Taylor is Principal Lecturer in Construction Materials in the Built Environment Division of the School of the Environment, University of Brighton. He has undertaken extensive research into movement in concrete and time-dependent movement in timber. He is also author of Materials in Construction- An Introduction, 3rd edition. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Format:Paperback
I did not find this text particularly useful. I found that there were several topics either not covered or not adequately covered. Additionally I did not find it enjoyable to read and the written style wasn't great. However, since it is an introduction it fits that purpose and one would need to pick additional texts to support the knowledge found in this book.
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This is a very handy book for anyone doing a civil engineering degree. I would definetly recomend for foundation and first years.
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This book was delivered quickly and arrived in excellent condition, well packaged. The book is on the recommended study list for a Foundation Degree course and is full of useful information about building materials.
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Materials in Construction: An Introduction
Very Good for 1st year Civil engineers, covers about 99% of the materials module at the University of Plymouth in 2010.
Published 18 months ago by sabrinaram
Excellent textbook.
As a lecturer to first year undergraduates studying building construction, I can highly recommend this textbook..excellent.
Published on 24 April 2010 by J. Dillon
Real escape before exams!!!
I bought this book before my exams and it was a real escape for me!!! I worked full time and couldn't attend classes regulary hence this book helped me to pass an examinations. Read more
Published on 6 May 2008 by Angelina Shine
A clear introduction to the principles.
This book describes basic materials, testing procedures and expected material properties as these factors affect construction projects. Read more
Published on 30 Oct 2001 by t.seymour@ntlworld.com
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