Principles and Practices of Heavy Construction

by Ronald C. Smith

Book Overview

This text provides an overview of the methods, equipment and materials used in the construction of commercial buildings. Each chapter covers the principles and practices of a particular aspect of the construction process, from site layout to building finishes, and is illustrated with examples of current practice, and contains additional material and latest developments.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0137176465
• ISBN13: 9780137176465
• Release Date: January 1993
• Publisher: Prentice Hall
• Length: 432 Pages
• Weight: 2.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 8.5" x 11.4"

Customer Reviews

Great information

I purchased this book because of another review. I want to add a basement under my existing house. This book has a lot of great information about loads that can be carried, cement requirements, and very basic how to. It isn't like How to books with step by step info. I have many of those kind of books. This one has added a lot more understanding of larger construction projects.