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Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods, 5th Edition,Used
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Now in its Fifth Edition, this essential textbook has been used by thousands of students annually in schools of architecture, engineering, and construction technology. The bestselling reference focuses on the basic materials and methods used in building construction, emphasizing common construction systems such as light wood frames, masonry bearing walls, steel frames, and reinforced concrete. New introductory material on the processes, organization, constraints, and choices in construction offers a better look at the management of construction. New sections covering the building envelope uncover the secrets to designing enclosures for thermal insulation, vapor retarders, air barriers, and moisture control. The Fifth Edition also features more axonometric detail drawings and revised photographs for a thoroughly illustrated approach and the latest IBC 2006, CSI MasterFormat, ASTM references, and LEED information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods, 5th Edition'? A: The textbook emphasizes the basic materials and methods used in building construction, highlighting common construction systems such as light wood frames, masonry bearing walls, steel frames, and reinforced concrete.
- Q: Who is the author of this textbook? A: The author of 'Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods, 5th Edition' is Edward Allen.
- Q: What are the key updates in the 5th edition of this book? A: The 5th edition includes new introductory material on construction processes and organization, sections on the building envelope for thermal insulation and moisture control, more axonometric detail drawings, and updated references to IBC 2006, CSI MasterFormat, ASTM, and LEED.
- Q: How many pages does this textbook contain? A: The textbook contains a total of 1008 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as being in 'Very Good' condition.
- Q: When was the 5th edition published? A: The 5th edition was published on December 3, 2008.
- Q: Is there a focus on sustainability in this textbook? A: Yes, the 5th edition includes LEED information, which focuses on sustainable building practices.
- Q: Who would benefit from reading this textbook? A: This textbook is essential for students in architecture, engineering, and construction technology, as well as professionals in the building construction industry.
- Q: Does this book include illustrations? A: Yes, the 5th edition features numerous axonometric detail drawings and revised photographs for a comprehensive visual approach.