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Books : Science & Nature : Engineering & Technology : Civil Engineering : Environmental
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Full of detailed drawings that illustrate the construction of building elements, this title explains the principles and processes of construction with the concepts of design included where appropriate. It also includes further material on energy conservation, sustainable construction, environmental and green building issues.
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Guided by the principle waste equals food, this book explains how products can be designed from the outset so that, after their useful lives, they provide nourishment for something fresh - continually circulating as pure and viable materials within a 'cradle to cradle' model. It makes a viable case for putting eco-effectiveness into practice.
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The astonishing reality of living without our most important resource
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Presents a compilation of tables, data, facts and formulae needed for scheme design by structural engineers. This book contains the facts and figures needed for preliminary design whether in the office, on-site or in the IStructE Part 3 Exam.
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This work sets out the statutory requirements for signing, lighting and guarding excavations and other street works. It is a reference manual for utility companies, local authorities, street work contractors and others whose day-to-day business involves street work.
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Goss's Roofing Ready Reckoner provides rafter dimensions for timber roofs of any span and pitch. Additional information is provided on wall plate and gable strapping, wind bracing, truss clips and other roofing metalwork, and tools and equipment.
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A fully revised and updated edition that includes new construction drawings, standard details for best practice design, examples of off-the-peg drawings for small buildings such as summer-houses and studios, and designs for affordable houses.
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Offers an introduction to the design of structural elements in concrete, steel, timber, masonry and composites. This work presents design principles and guidance in line with both British Standards and Eurocodes.
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Suitable for BSc and MSc students, this book covers topic selection, research planning and methodology to structuring and writing the dissertation. It contains concise, step-by-step text illustrated with examples of best case practice. It aims to take the reader from the stage of choosing a topic to writing a well-structured report.
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Provides guidance on inspection and testing that has been extended, and clarification on works that are non-notifiable to building control bodies. This work notes that 'an electrical installation certificate can only be issued by the installer responsible for the installation work.'
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Presents an introduction to the legislation, administration and management of construction contracts, including commentary on various key legislation up to July 2007. This book provides students with a reference on construction contracts. It is intended for construction undergraduates and practitioners.
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Explains the background to the engineering and construction contract, the reasons for some of its provisions and provide guidance on how to use it. This book's introductory section explains NEC objectives, application and project organisation, followed by sections on contract strategy and preparing tender documents.
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