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Title
Building Design and Construction Handbook - Fifth Edition
Building Design and Construction Handbook - Fifth Edition
Date
3/2004
3/2004
Author(s)
Frederick Merritt, Jonathan Ricketts
Frederick Merritt, Jonathan Ricketts
Page(s)
Source
McGraw Hill Publishing / ENR
McGraw Hill Publishing / ENR
Keyword(s)
building design; construction; building system; team; building material; hazards; structural theory; foundation
building design; construction; building system; team; building material; hazards; structural theory; foundation
Abstract
The information in this book is of greatest value to those who have to make decisions affecting the selection of engineering materials and construction methods. Emphasis is placed on fundamental principles and practical applications, with special attention to simplified procedures. Frequent reference is made to other sources where additional authoritative information may be obtained, such as architectural and engineering societies, manufacturers, associations, and the internet.
The information in this book is of greatest value to those who have to make decisions affecting the selection of engineering materials and construction methods. Emphasis is placed on fundamental principles and practical applications, with special attention to simplified procedures. Frequent reference is made to other sources where additional authoritative information may be obtained, such as architectural and engineering societies, manufacturers, associations, and the internet.