Rev. ed. of: Construction methods, materials, and techniques. c2006. Includes bibliographical references and index.

Part I: INTRODUCTION. 1. The Construction Industry: An Overview. 2. Regulatory Constraints, Standards and Sustainability. Part II: SITE CONSTRUCTION AND EARTHWORK. 3. Properties of Materials. 4. The Building Site. 5. Soils. 6. Foundations. Part III: CONCRETE AND MASONRY. 7. Concrete. 8. Cast-In-Place Concrete. 9. Precast Concrete. 10. Mortars for Masonry Walls. 11. Clay Brick and Tile. 12. Concrete Masonry. 13. Stone. 14. Masonry Construction. Part IV: METALS, WOOD AND PLASTICS. 15. Ferrous Metals. 16. Nonferrous Metals. 17. Steel Frame Construction. 18. Wood, Plastics, and Composites. 19. Products Manufactured from Wood. 20. Wood and Metal Light Frame Construction. 21. Heavy Timber Construction. 22. Finishing the Exterior and Interior of Light Wood Frame Buildings. 23. Paper and Paper Pulp Products. 24. Plastics. Part V: THERMAL AND MOISTURE/OPENINGS/FINISHES. 25. Thermal Insulation and Vapor Barriers. 26. Bonding Agents, Sealers, and Sealants. 27. Bituminous Materials. 28. Roofing Systems. 29. Glass. 30. Doors, Windows, Entrances, and Storefronts. 31. Cladding Systems. 32. Interior Finishes. 33. Painting and Coatings. 34. Gypsum, Lime, and Plaster. 35. Acoustical Materials. 36. Interior Walls, Partitions, and Ceilings. 37. Flooring. 38. Carpeting. 39. Specialties. 40. Residential and Commercial Equipment. 41. Furnishings. 42. Special Construction. 43. Conveying Systems. 44. Fire-Suppression Systems. 45. Plumbing Systems. 46. Heating, Air-Conditioning, Ventilation, And Refrigeration. 47. Electrical Equipment And Systems. 48. Electronic Safety and Security. Appendices.