Building construction and materials Books

Book SynopsisTable of Contents(Total Level Hours: 160; includes 72.5 of Core Curriculum) 23101 Introduction to Concrete Construction and Finishing (10 Hours) Provides an introduction to the methods and procedures used in concrete finishing. Introduces terms of the trade and tools and equipment used to place, finish, and cure concrete. Explains methods and techniques for constructing concrete structures. 23102 Safety Requirements (5 Hours) Explains safety requirements for concrete construction and finishing. Provides information on OSHA requirements with regard to hazard communication, fall protection, and use of personal protective equipment. Covers topics such as general work site safety, use of chemicals, and safe use of hand and power tools. 23103 Properties of Concrete (10 Hours) Introduces the properties of concrete and the components that make up the concrete mixture. Describes chemical and physical properties of cement, aggregate, and admixtures. Explains basic tests used to determine properties such as slump and ultimate strength. 23104 Tools and Equipment (7.5 Hours) Describes tools and equipment used in the production, placing, and curing of concrete. Explains safe operation and maintenance requirements. Provides the trainee the opportunity to operate each hand tool and allows the demonstration of larger pieces of power equipment. 23105 Preparing for Placement (12.5 Hours) Details the methods and procedures used in preparing for placing concrete. Includes background information about site layout, forms requirements, and subgrade preparation. Describes requirements for various types of joints and reinforcement. Presents information regarding the ordering of concrete from a mixing or batch plant. 23106 Placing Concrete (12.5 Hours) Presents requirements and methods for properly placing concrete. Includes information on conveying and placing fresh concrete using various types of equipment, such as wheel-barrows, pumps and conveyors. Describes techniques for spreading, consolidating, and striking off concrete. 23107 Finishing, Part One (20 Hours) Describes basic finishing techniques for slabs and other horizontal structures. Explains proper use of floats, trowels, edgers, and groovers and demonstrates their uses. Discusses requirements for cutting joints using different types of saws. Provides hands-on practice for finishing concrete slabs. 23108 Curing and Protecting Concrete (5 Hours) Introduces the trainee to the methods and procedures used in curing and protecting concrete. Covers the types of curing commonly performed for both horizontal and vertical placement. Describes techniques for protecting concrete during hot and cold weather. 23109 Introduction to Troubleshooting (5 Hours) Describes basic problems for the processes of placing, finishing, and curing. Defines symptoms of each type of problem and discusses their causes. Presents ways to reduce or eliminate these problems.

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Book SynopsisAn attempt to free architecture from site and program constraints and to counter the profusion of ever bigger architecture books with ever smaller content.

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Book SynopsisAcoustics and Noise Control provides a detailed and comprehensive introduction to the principles and practice of acoustics and noise control. Since the last edition was published in 1996 there have been many changes and additions to standards, laws and regulations, codes of practice relating to noise, and in noise measurement techniques and noise control technology so this new edition has been fully revised and updated throughout.The book assumes no previous knowledge of the subject and requires only a basic knowledge of mathematics and physics. There are worked examples in the text to aid understanding and a range of experiments help students use complicated apparatus.Thoroughly revised to cover the latest changes in standards, codes of practice and legislation, this new edition covers much of the Institute of Acoustics Diploma syllabus and has an increased emphasis on the legal issues relating to noise control. 

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Book SynopsisOffers fresh perspectives on changes in architecture and learning at three moments in time. The authors trace the professional contexts and activities of builders from the creation of the Romanesque to the Gothic and in the process establish a new criteria for defining each.Table of ContentsIntroduction - art history as intellectual history. Part 1 The 11th century: beginnings; masters; builders. Part 2 Four crucial decades: transformations - Abelard and Saint-Denis. Part 3 The later 12th century: an age of experiment; learning and the schools in the late 12th century; the first half-century of Gothic.

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Book SynopsisFormerly Emeritus Professor of The Nottingham Trent University, the late IVOR H. SEELEY held many external examining and advisory appointments with universities in the UK and overseas, as well as being external examiner to several professional bodies. He was a member of the RICS General Council continuously from 1970 and served on many other RICS councils and education committees over the years. As a former local government chief technical officer, he was responsible for extensive housing and other building developments; he also served at the Headquarters of the former Central Electricity Generating Board on power station contracts and with two firms of consultants. Author of 15 technical books, he was Series Editor of the Macmillan Building and Surveying Series. ROGER WINFIELD was Principal Lecturer in Quantity Surveying and Director of Studies in the Department of Surveying at Nottingham Trent University, UK.

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Book SynopsisConstruction Superintendents: Essential Skills for the Next Generation is the first college-level textbook designed to prepare you to take on a site supervisor role on a complex jobsite. The book covers the responsibilities of superintendents in relation to the jobsite project management team, the project owners, designers, and municipal services. The book outlines the development of the superintendent and his or her role and responsibilities in twenty-first century construction projects. Using examples and case studies of cutting-edge jobsite practices from the use of computer applications to leadership and capital development, this book lays out all the functions of a modern site superintendent in an easy-to-understand format. The book includes: coverage of the full spectrum of tasks and skills required from the pre-construction phase, through start-up, operation and close-out, plus advanced topics for those serious about leading the field Trade Review"This very timely book fills a gap in many construction management curricula. As the role of superintendent on construction projects becomes more complex, the need for updated training has become more urgent. As with their other books, Holm and Schaufelberger provide clear and thorough explanations and relevant graphics in Construction Superintendents. The case study makes the content relatable and applicable to students, an increasing number of whom are interested in becoming superintendents." - Joseph Fradella, P.E., Senior Instructor, Oregon State University "I have been in the commercial construction industry for almost twenty years and a professor in construction management academia now for the past thirteen, this book is a long time coming. The construction site superintendents of today are much different than they were even ten years ago. The next generation of men and women need a certain skill set and education that has never been seen before. This book addressed a gap in our construction industry body-of-knowledge, combining the technology and human elements superintendents need to succeed in our industry." - Phil Barlow, Professor, Construction Management Department, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo "The success of any construction project is greatly dependent on the experience, knowledge, technical skills and people skills of the project superintendent. For many years superintendents started their career in the trades gaining experience through their apprenticeship, working with tools as a journeyman, supervising tradesmen and subcontractors as a foremen, and, finally, after many years they were qualified to be a project superintendent. Unfortunately, the well published shortage of construction workers today has reduced the ranks of potential superintendents. Contractors can no longer depend on an adequate supply of superintendents with a trade background and increasingly have looked to the universities to train the superintendents of the future. Construction Superintendents: Essential Skills for the Next Generation is an outstanding introduction to the role and responsibilities of the superintendent. This book goes well beyond the typical project management textbooks and dives into the unique skillset a successful superintendent must possess. This textbook should be required reading for all construction management students." - Ernie Emmert, Vice President Operations (retired), Howard S. Wright Constructors "We are very fortunate that Len Holm and John Schaufelberger have combined their valuable experience and significant industry resources to develop a practical text for the unique position of construction superintendent." - Ed Kommers, P.E., Executive Director, MCA of Western Washington "Based on my personal experience in career of over 37 years with Turner, I am enthused about the premise and subject matter of this book. It’s important for the ongoing success of our industry to understand that the performance of the Project Superintendent is key to any project’s success in the field. Today’s responsibility and leadership functions placed within this position warrant a foundational college education within the relevant professional curriculum, and I applaud Mr. Holm and Dr. Schaufelberger for their recognition of same through this publication." - Philip Lovell, P.E., Retired Vice President and Operations Manager, Turner Construction Company "Holm and Schaufelberger have always been visionaries in the construction industry. In the future construction superintendents will only be asked to do more with less, having more responsibilities and needing even more technical and personal skills. This book is the foundation for the construction superintendent of tomorrow." - Christian LaRocco, Partner, Development Manager, MJR Development "…[An] excellent volume [that]… provides an intimate and unique insight into the new century's adaptation of the theory and practice of modern management to address the ongoing professionalization and emerging specialized needs of the construction industry and its future leaders…" –S.R. Kahn, Choice "This very timely book fills a gap in many construction management curricula. As the role of superintendent on construction projects becomes more complex, the need for updated training has become more urgent. As with their other books, Holm and Schaufelberger provide clear and thorough explanations and relevant graphics in Construction Superintendents. The case study makes the content relatable and applicable to students, an increasing number of whom are interested in becoming superintendents." - Joseph Fradella, P.E., Senior Instructor, Oregon State University "I have been in the commercial construction industry for almost twenty years and a professor in construction management academia now for the past thirteen, this book is a long time coming. The construction site superintendents of today are much different then they were even ten years ago. The next generation of men and women need a certain skill set and education that has never seen before. This book addressed a gap in our construction industry body-of-knowledge, combining the technology and human elements superintendents need to succeed in our industry." - Phil Barlow, Professor - CM Department - Cal Poly San Luis Obispo "The success of any construction project is greatly dependent on the experience, knowledge, technical skills and people skills of the Project Superintendent. For many years Superintendents started their career in the trades gaining experience through their apprenticeship, working with tools as a Journeyman, supervising tradesmen and subcontractors as a Foremen, and finally, after many years they were qualified to be a Project Superintendent. Unfortunately, the well published shortage of construction workers today has reduced the ranks of potential Superintendents. Contractors can no longer depend on an adequate supply of Superintendents with a trade background and increasingly have looked to the Universities to train the Superintendents of the future. Construction Superintendents: Essential Skills for the Next Generation is an outstanding introduction to the role and responsibilities of the Superintendent. This book goes well beyond the typical Project Management textbooks and dives into the unique skillset a successful Superintendent must possess. This textbook should be required reading for all Construction Management students." - Ernie Emmert, Vice President Operations retired, Howard S Wright Constructors "We are very fortunate that Len Holm & John Schaufelberger have combined their valuable experience and significant industry resources to develop a practical text for the unique position of construction superintendent." - Ed Kommers, P.E., Executive Director, MCA of Western Washington "Based on my personal experience in career of over 37 years with Turner, I am enthused about the premise and subject matter of this book. It’s important for the ongoing success of our industry to understand that the performance of the Project Superintendent is key to any project’s success in the field. Today’s responsibility and leadership functions placed within this position warrant a foundational college education within the relevant professional curriculum, and I applaud Mr. Holm and Dr. Schaufelberger for their recognition of same through this publication." - Philip Lovell, P.E., Retired Vice President and Operations Manager, Turner Construction Company "Holm and Schaufelberger have always been visionaries in the construction industry. In the future construction superintendents will only be asked to do more with less, having more responsibilities and needing even more technical and personal skills. This book is the foundation for the construction superintendent of tomorrow." - Christian LaRocco, Partner, Development Manager, MJR Development Table of ContentsList of Figures List of Tables Preface Abbreviations Section A: Introductory concepts Chapter 1 Introduction Superintendents Construction phases Preconstruction planning Start-up and mobilization Construction operations Close-out Terminology and concepts Case studies Case study 1, commercial construction project Case study 2, heavy civil construction project Case study 3, commercial - industrial hybrid construction project Review questions Chapter 2 Construction management fundamentals Introduction Contracting parties Procurement Project delivery Traditional project delivery method Agency construction management project delivery method Construction management-at-risk delivery method Design-build project delivery method Bridging project delivery method Integrated project delivery method Public-private partnership project delivery method Pricing methods Contracts Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 3 Construction organizations and responsibilities Introduction Organizations Jobsite teams Responsibilities Home office responsibilities Superintendent responsibilities Removal of stereotypes Project manager responsibilities Other team members Team cohesiveness Summary Review questions Exercises Section B: Preconstruction planning Chapter 4 Preconstruction services Introduction Formal and informal preconstruction processes Delivery method impacts, including IPD Preconstruction contracts and fees Estimating Superintendent’s role during preconstruction Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 5 Constructability analysis Introduction Design phases Programming Conceptual design Schematic design Design development Construction documents Constructability input Value engineering Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 6 Schedule preparation Introduction Schedule types Contract schedules Planning versus scheduling Schedule development Schedules as tools Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 7 Superintendent preconstruction plans Introduction Risk analysis Safety planning Quality control planning Hoisting plan Traffic plan Summary Review questions Exercises Section C: Start-up and mobilization Chapter 8 Site logistics planning Introduction Site logistics drawing Material management Lean construction Off-site prefabrication Just-in-time deliveries Environmental considerations Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 9 Team development Introduction Subcontractors Subcontract agreements Foremen Labor relations Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 10 Team building Introduction Superintendent and project owner relations Superintendent and design team relations Superintendent and city relations Superintendent and neighborhood and community relations Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 11 Mobilization Introduction Superintendent’s mobilization Site surveys Locating existing utilities Site camp Equipment mobilization Preconstruction meeting with the city Pre start-up activities Project manager’s mobilization Summary Review questions Exercises Section D: Construction operations Chapter 12 Superintendent control systems Introduction Safety control Cost control Direct labor management Whole project direct work labor curve Work packages Cash flow management Change order processing Extra work orders Back charges Pay request processing Direct labor productivity Risk management Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 13 Schedule control Introduction Schedule control techniques Contract schedule: Status, update and revise Lean construction techniques: Pull planning Short-interval schedules Specialty, area, system, and subcontract schedules Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 14 Equipment management Introduction Construction tools Equipment choices Ownership Internally owned Contractor equipment companies Outside ownership Subcontractor ownership Contracting Operation Self-operated Rented and subcontractor-operated Subcontractor provided Owner-operators Equipment safety Equipment costs Maintenance expense Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 15 Communications and document control Introduction Daily job diary Meetings Owner-architect-contractor meetings Foremen coordination meetings Safety meetings Requests for information Submittals Technology tools including building information modeling Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 16 Quality management, including permit and inspection coordination Introduction Permit management Building codes Building permit Specialty permits City inspections Quality management Third-party inspections Subcontractor start-up and testing Summary Review questions Exercises Section E: Construction close-out Chapter 17 Punch list supervision Introduction Early inspections and in-process punch lists Formal punch list development Punch list correction Final inspections and approvals Certificate of occupancy Certificate of substantial completion Demobilization Warranty management Warranty service requests Warranty response as a customer service Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 18 Close-out documentation Introduction As-built drawings Operation and maintenance manuals Sustainability documentation Project manager’s close-out Contract completion Summary Review questions Exercises Section F: Advanced topics Chapter 19 Superintendent leaders Introduction Home office leadership Jobsite leadership Leadership styles Leadership traits Motivating subcontractors and craftsmen Developing leadership skills Jobsite ethics Summary Review questions Exercises Chapter 20 Training the next generation of superintendents Introduction Formal superintendent educational programs In-house contractor training programs Gender and diversity issues Retirement and the next superintendent chapter Legacy Summary Review questions Exercises Appendices Glossary References Index

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Book SynopsisUpdated in line with the 18th Edition of the Wiring Regulations and written specifically for the EAL Diploma in Electrical Installation, this book has a chapter dedicated to each unit of the EAL syllabus, allowing you to master each topic before moving on to the next. This new edition also includes information on LED lighting. End of chapter revision questions help you to check your understanding and consolidate the key concepts learned in each chapter. This is the number one textbook for all EAL level 2 courses in electrical installation. It sets out the core facts and principles with solid explanation - not just to pass the exam but to confidently work as an electrician with a proper understanding of the regulations. Ideal for both independent and tutor-based study.Table of Contents1. EAL Unit Elect2/01: Health and safety in electrical installation 2. EAL Unit Elect2/08: Electrical science and principles 3. EAL Unit Elect2/04: Electrical installation theory and technology 4. EAL Unit Elect2/05A: Electrical installation methods, procedures and requirements Answers to Check your understanding questions Appendix A: Abbreviations, symbols and codes Appendix B: Formulas for electrical principles Glossary of terms Index

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Book SynopsisUpdated in line with the 18th Edition of the Wiring Regulations and written specifically for the EAL Diploma in Electrical Installation, this book has a chapter dedicated to each unit of the EAL syllabus, allowing you to master each topic before moving on to the next. This new edition also includes a section on LED lighting. End of chapter revision questions help you to check your understanding and consolidate the key concepts learned in each chapter. A must have for all learners working towards EAL electrical installations qualifications.Table of Contents1. EAL Unit QELTK3/002: Understand environmental legislation, working practices and the principles of environmental technology systems 2. EAL Unit QELTK3/003: Understanding the practices and procedures for overseeing and organising the work environment 3. EAL Unit ELEC3/04a: Electrical installation planning, preparing and design 4. EAL Unit QELTK3/006: Understanding the principles, practices and legislation for the inspection, testing, commissioning and certification of electrotechnical systems and equipment in buildings, structures and the environment 5. EAL Unit QELTK3/007: Understanding the principles, practices and legislation for diagnosing and correcting electrical faults in electro technical systems and equipment in buildings, structures and the environment 6. EAL Unit ELEC3/008: Principles of electrical science Answers to ‘Test your knowledge’ Questions Answers to Classroom Activities Appendix A: Abbreviations, symbols and codes Appendix B: Formulas for electrical principles Glossary of terms Index

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Book SynopsisThe Architect''s Legal Handbook is the most widely used reference on the law for practicing architects and the established textbook on law for architectural students. Since the last edition of this book in 2010, the legal landscape in which architecture is practised has changed significantly: the long-standing procurement model with an architect as contract administrator has been challenged by the growing popularity of design and build contracts, contract notices in place of certificates, and novation of architect's duties.The tenth edition features all the latest developments in the law which affect an architect''s work, as well as providing comprehensive coverage of relevant UK law topics. Key highlights of this edition include: an overview of the legal environment, including contract, tort, and land law; analysis of the statutory framework, including planning law, health and safety, construction legislation, and building regulations inTrade ReviewPraise for previous editions: 'Probably the most important legal book for architects.' - Architect's Journal 'A must for every practice. A handbook that should be readily accessible to every responsible architect.' - Architect and Surveyor 'This popular reference book for both practitioners and students has been prepared by a team of eminent contributors and encompasses the general principles of law, building contracts, statutory rights and the architect in practice.' - The ASI Journal 'The Architect's Legal Handbook serves to make us aware of those areas in which the law overlaps with architectural practice and all the more easily avoid those pitfalls that trap the unwary. As a combination legal primer and security blanket this is an essential purchase for both Part III candidates and architects alike.' - Peter Robinson Arias, Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland journal (RIAS) Praise for the 10th edition: "… the standard text of choice for architectural students and practitioners alike … I welcome this latest edition as a valuable source for architects in practice." - Mrs Justice O’Farrell DBE, Judge in Charge, Technology and Construction Court Table of ContentsPart 1: General Principles of Law 1. Introduction to English Law Anthony Speaight QC 2. The English Law of Contract Anthony Speaight QC 3. The English Law of Tort Claire Packman 4. English Land Law Martin Dixon 5. Introduction to Scots Law Catriona Macleod 6. Scots Land Law William Frain-Bell Part 2: Statutory Framework 7. Statutory Authorities in England and Wales James Strachan QC 8. Statutory Authorities in Scotland Graham Dunlop 9. Construction Legislation in England and Wales Martin Edwards, Christopher Miers & Frank Newbery 10. Building Regulations in Scotland Peter Anderson 11. Planning Law in England and Wales Andrew Fraser-Urquhart QC 12. Planning Law in Scotland Alasdair Burnet 13. Public Procurement under European Union Law Zena Prodromou 14. Party Walls Graham North and William Frain-Bell 15. Health and Safety Law Affecting Architects Simon Tolson Part 3: Building Contracts 16. Introduction to Procurement Methods in Construction Simon Plunkett 17. The JCT Standard Building Contract Thomas Crangle 18. The NEC Engineering and Construction Contract and Related Architects' Forms Theresa Mohammed 19. The FIDIC Contract Jeremy Glover 20. Other Standard Forms of Building Contract Gordon Hall Rupa Lakha and Robert Howie QC 21.Contractor and Sub-Contractor Collateral Warranties and Third Party Rights Matthew Cocklin 22. The Construction Act Payment Rules Jessica Stephens QC and Jonathan Schaffer-Goddard Part 4: Building Dispute Resolution 23. Adjudication Matthew Thorne 24. Litigation Anthony Speaight QC 25. Arbitration Melanie Willems 26. International Arbitration Tony Dymond and Raeesa Rawal 27. Mediation Sheena Sood and Anna Braden 28. Building Dispute Resolution in Scotland Robert Howie Part 5: The Architect in Practice 29. Legal Organisation of Architects' Offices Murray Armes 30. Architects' Contracts with Clients William Frain-Bell 31. Architects' Collateral Warranties Matthew Cocklin 32. Architects' Responsibility for the Work of Others Christopher Miers and Bart Kavanagh 33. Architects' Liability James Cross QC 34. Architects' Disciplinary Proceedings James Hatt 35. Architects' Professional Indemnity Insurance James Leabeater QC 36. Copyright and Design Protection Clive Thorne 37. Data Protection Hazel Grant 38. Architects' Registration Sarah Lupton 39. Professional Conduct of Architects Sarah Lupton and Peter Anderson Table of Statutes and Statutory Instruments Table of Cases Table of Legislation Index

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Book SynopsisLife-Cycle Civil Engineering: Innovation, Theory and Practice contains the lectures and papers presented at IALCCE2020, the Seventh International Symposium on Life-Cycle Civil Engineering, held in Shanghai, China, October 27-30, 2020. It consists of a book of extended abstracts and a multimedia device containing the full papers of 230 contributions, including the Fazlur R. Khan lecture, eight keynote lectures, and 221 technical papers from all over the world. All major aspects of life-cycle engineering are addressed, with special emphasis on life-cycle design, assessment, maintenance and management of structures and infrastructure systems under various deterioration mechanisms due to various environmental hazards.It is expected that the proceedings of IALCCE2020 will serve as a valuable reference to anyone interested in life-cycle of civil infrastructure systems, including students, researchers, engineers and practitioners from all areas of engineering and industry.Table of ContentsPreface. Sponsors. Symposium organization. Acknowledgements. Fazlur R. Khan LectureKeynote Lectures. Mini-Symposia. MS1: Life-cycle performance assessment of civil engineering systems. MS2: Vibration-based structural health monitoring, damage identification and residual lifetime estimation. MS3: Time-dependent reliability of reinforced concrete structures. MS4: Risk and resilience-informed structural design and management under multiple hazards in a life-cycle context. MS5: Life-cycle engineering for water infrastructures. MS6: Study and advancement on life-cycle performance of steel-concrete composite structures. MS7: Value protection of built environment. MS8: Modelling and assessment of existing concrete structures. MS9: Structural health monitoring for performance assessment: Theory and applications. MS10: Advances in understanding transport-related phenomena in cement-based materials. MS11: Innovations and applications of composite member/material on life-cycle bridge maintenance and rehabilitation. MS12: Life-cycle performance of timber and timber-hybrid structures. MS13: Innovative inspection (monitoring), evaluation and strengthening technique for existing bridges. Special Sessions. SS1: Design, disaster prevention and repair for the life-cycle of rapid construction bridges. SS2: Distributed fiber optic sensing for geoengineering monitoring. S3: Life-cycle performance of structural interfaces in repair and strengthening applications. SS4: Incorporating natural hazards in the life-cycle analysis of civil infrastructure. SS5: Time-dependent reliability assessment of deteriorating infrastructure systems. SS6: Planning risk reducing interventions on infrastructure networks. SS7: Rehabilitation and renovation of steel bridges. SS8: Innovative multilevel strategies for improving structural assessment and lifetime prediction of concrete structures. SS9: Strengthening infrastructure risk management. SS10: High performance materials in bridge engineering. SS11: Life-cycle redundancy, robustness and resilience indicators for aging structural systems under multiple hazards. SS12: Real-world applications of novel structural health monitoring technologies. SS13: Condition assessment indices in the life cycle of structures. SS14: Life cycle performance of hydraulic engineering. SS15: Life cycle civil engineering: Decarbonization and digitalization. SS16: Advances in state of the art, of the practice and code implementations, in assessment, simulation, and retrofit of aged infrastructures. SS17: Tunnel life-cycle management and application. SS18: Vulnerability of infrastructural under extreme and multi-hazard. General Session.

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Book SynopsisThis work outlines a state-of-the-art project control and trending programme, focusing on advanced applied-cost and schedule-control skills for all phases of a project at both owner and contractor level. It contains information on the three major aspects of the total project programme: the techniques and procedures utilized for a project; the experience and analytical ability of project personnel; and the commitment and teamwork of a project group.Table of ContentsThe relationship and impact of project skills: introduction and authors' mission statement; benchmarking - the technical core of TQM; the impact of personnel skills on company culture and bottom line. Cosy and schedule baselines: estimating keys - establishing a realistic baseline (typical and standard schedules); value management; economic evaluation in the process industries; keys to controlling and reducing environmental costs. Project control: contracting - front-end risks (key contract administration and cost-schedule considerations); cost and schedule trend analysis-forecasting of baselines; change control and risk analysis; range estimating; contracting - claims and extras (excluding genuine scope changes); managing small, shutdown, retrofit, or outrage projects; project closeout-lessons learned and historical data. Project management keys and interface: project management fundamentals - key elements; managing the feasibility study - pre-project planning; front-end planning and project organization (FEPPO); managing engineering-project control keys/interfaces; management procurement - project control keys/interfaces; managing construction-project control keys/interfaces.

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Book SynopsisThis classic and authoritative textbook contains material that is not over-simplified and can be used to solve real-world noise control engineering problems. It covers the principles with practical application of current noise control technology.Topics new or revised from the 5th edition include: beating; addition and subtraction of noise levels; combining multi-path noise level reductions; hearing damage assessment and protection; speech intelligibility; noise weighting curves; instrumentation, including MEMS, IEPE and TEDS sensors; noise source types, including transportation noise and equipment noise estimations; outdoor sound propagation, including noise barriers, meteorological effects and sloping ground effects; sound in rooms, muffling devices, including 4-pole analysis, self noise and pressure drop calculations; sound transmission through single, double and triple partitions; vibration measurement and control, finite element analysis; boundary element methods; and staTable of Contents1. Fundamentals and Basic Terminology. 2. Human Hearing and Noise Criteria. 3. Instrumentation for Noise Measurement and Analysis. 4. Sound Sources and Sound Power. 5. Outdoor Sound Propagation and Outdoor Barriers. 6. Sound in Enclosed Spaces. 7. Partitions, Enclosures and Indoor Barriers. 8. Muffling Devices. 9. Vibration Control. 10. Sound Power and Sound Pressure Level Estimation Procedures. 11. Practical Numerical Acoustics. 12. Frequency Analysis. Appendix A. Review of Relevant Linear Matrix Algebra. Appendix B. Wave Equation Derivation. Appendix C. Properties of Materials. Appendix D. Acoustical Properties of Porous Materials. Appendix E. Partial Coherence Combination of Sound Pressures. Appendix F. Files for Use with This Book.

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Book SynopsisResidential Property Appraisal, Volumes 1 and 2 are essential handbooks not only for students studying surveying but also for surveyors and others involved in the appraisal of residential property.Volume 1 has been updated and covers the valuation process as it relates to residential properties, particularly when valuation is undertaken for secured lending purposes. It addresses the basic skills required, the risks posed in a valuation, the key drivers of value, emerging issues that impact valuation and the key legal and RICS Regulatory considerations that a valuer needs to understand. Volume 2 of the book goes on to address the inspection and survey of residential properties, covering new technology, modern methods of construction, problem plants and pests, damp in new builds, and modern building services. New challenges for the surveyor to consider include the health and well-being of building occupants, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 and schTrade Review"This book provides invaluable guidance on best practice for the task of appraising residential property and should be compulsory reading for anyone working as a residential surveyor." - Alexandra Anderson, Partner, RPC"Not only a valuable study resource for prospective residential surveyors and valuers but also a continuing and reliable reference work to support the day-to-day practice of inspection, analysis and valuation of dwellings." - Philip Santo, FRICS, Director, Philip Santo & Co.Table of Contents1. Introduction 2. Overview of the Valuation of Residential Property 3. The Economics of Property Valuation 4. Law for Valuers – An Overview 5. Law for Valuers – Land, Contract and Tort 6. The Mortgage Valuation 7. RICS Red Book and Regulation 8. The Valuation Process 9. Reporting on Condition and Value for a Residential Mortgage 10. Alternative Valuation Methods and Approaches 11. Additional Legal Matters 12. Valuing in the UK – The Future and Conclusion

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Book SynopsisUnderstanding FIDIC explains in simple and practical terms what is often seen as a very complex range of international engineering and construction contracts.Covering the FIDIC 2017 Red, Yellow and Silver Books (referred to as The Rainbow Suite), the book gives an overview of all three contracts, including coverage of changes between the 1999 contracts and the present 2017 suite. FIDIC contracts are widely used as far afield as Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia, and this book provides a practical yet thorough guide to the key elements that practitioners preparing and administering these contracts would need to be aware of. In his approachable and readable style, Kelvin Hughes covers: The obligations and responsibilities of the Employer, the Employer's Representative, the Engineer and the Contractor Quality and Defects Liability Design Responsibility and Liability Variations, Measurement and PaymTable of Contents1. Overview of FIDIC and its Contracts 2. The 'Old and the New' - FIDIC 1999 Becomes FIDIC 2017 3. Obligations and Responsibilities of the Employer, The Employer's Representative, The Engineer and the Contractor 4. Quality and Defects Liability 5. Design Responsibility and Liability 6. Variations, Measurement and Payment Procedures 7. Progress, Delays, Extensions of Time and Completion 8. Suspension and Termination 9. Care of the Works and Indemnities, Exceptional Events, Insurance 10. Employer's and Contractor's Claims 11. The Dispute Avoidance/Adjudication Board and the Resolution of Disputes 12. Tendering Using the FIDIC 2017 Contracts

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Book SynopsisThis 3rd edition is updated in line with the 18th edition of the wiring regulations. This book is an essential guide to the City & Guilds 2391-50 and 51, and also C&G 2391-52. There is a full coverage of technical and legal terminology used in theory exams, including the structure of exam questions and their interpretation.Table of ContentsIntroduction. Statutory and non-statutory regulations. Certification and reports. Electrical safety. Installation Testing. Initial verification. Periodic inspection. Initial verification and periodic inspection. Further questions. Calculations related to circuit parameters. 2391-50, 51 & 52 syllabi. Index.

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Book SynopsisFire Safety Design for Tall Buildings provides structural engineers, architects, and students with a systematic introduction to fire safety design for tall buildings based on current analysis methods, design guidelines, and codes. It covers almost all aspects of fire safety design that an engineer or an architect might encounterâsuch as performance-based design and the basic principles of fire development and heat transfer.It also sets out an effective way of preventing the progressive collapse of a building in fire, and it demonstrates 3D modeling techniques to perform structural fire analysis with examples that replicate real fire incidents such as the Twin Towers and WTC7. This helps readers to understand the design of structures and analyze their behavior in fire.Table of Contents1 Introduction 2 Regulatory requirements and basic fire safety design principles 3 Fundamentals of fire and fire safety design 4 Structural fire design principles for tall buildings 5 Typical fire safety design strategy for tall buildings 6 Fire analysis and modeling 7 Preventing fire-induced collapse of tall buildings 8 New technologies and machine learning in fire safety design 9 Post-fire damage assessment

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Book SynopsisSince its first publication in 1933, Clayâs Handbook of Environmental Health (under its different names) has provided a definitive guide for the environmental health practitioner (EHP), and an essential reference for the consultant and student. This 22nd edition continues with its more recent successful structure, reviewing the core principles, techniques, competencies and skills required of an EHP, and then outlining the specialist subjects without getting bogged down in a legalistic approach, seeking to broaden the content for a more global audience.This new edition seeks to educate the EHP on the public health impacts of global heating and the climate emergency and also reflects the COVID-19 pandemic, as might be expected. Although seeking to have global appeal, the impact of the UK leaving the EU is also addressed. The book examines environmental health in different settings, including in the military, working in both conflict and natural disaster settings, and environmental health at sea and airports. In line with previous editions, case studies are used to illustrate how EH problems have been resolved. This new edition includes guidance on key issues in public and environmental health including air pollution, contaminated land, housing and health, noise, water, food safety, pests and vector control, chemicals in the environment and radiation, as well as sustainability and public health and humanitarian crises.This handbook aims to give a basic understanding of the philosophical basis of environmental health, as well as the required technical aspects and an understanding of environmental health in different settings. All chapters have sections on further reading and sources of information. Clayâs Handbook is essential reading for all practitioners, students and researchers in environmental and public health wherever they are working.Trade Review"Clays is an essential part of the environmental health profession and this update is essential for an everchanging subject presenting new challenges and new legislation. Its contribution informs the profession and its practitioners and helps to raise the standards of health across the world." - Tim Deveaux, EH Consultant, UKTable of Contents1. Historical Context, Philosophy, Principles and Terminology 2. The Environmental Health Practitioner 3. Communication in environmental health 4. Research and Evidence Research and evidence for environmental health policy and practice 5. Law and practice to achieve outcomes 6. Legal implications of the UK leaving the EU 7. Business management and the EHP 8. Quality Management Systems: Environmental Management Systems as examples 9. Constructions and related matters relevant to environmental health 10. Human physiology, hazards and health risks 11. Understanding and responding to the health and the climate emergency 12. Housing, health, and the domestic environment 13. The Influence of society on the UK’s food and food regulatory systems 14. The work and leisure environments 15. Water and environmental health 16. Air quality 17. Pest management and vector control 18. Waste and resource management 19. Contaminated land and land use 20. Noise and vibration 21. Port health 22. Environmental health in different situations 23. A global perspective on environment and health

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Book SynopsisNext Generation Safety Leadership illustrates practical applications that bring theory to life through case studies and stories from the author's years of experience in high-risk industries. The book provides safety leaders and their organisations with a compelling case for change. A key predictor of safety performance is trust, and its associated components of integrity, ability and benevolence (care). The next generation of safety leaders will take the profession forward by creating trust and psychological safety. The book provides safety leaders with actionable goals to enable positive change and translates academic languages into practical applications. It leaves the reader with a clear strategy to move forward in developing a safety plan and utilizes stories, humor, and case studies set in high-risk industries. Written primarily for the safety community and can be used to influence day to day safety operations in high-risk organisations.Table of Contents1: Trust: The Currency of Leadership 2: ‘Zero Harm’ and Other Platitudes 3: BBS (aka Behavioral Bull S..t!) 4: Organizational Values or Company Platitudes? 5: What’s Your Story? Building trust through Self Disclosure6: Mind your language!7. Your team has the answers, do you have the questions? 8. Don’t shoot the messenger! Making it safe to share bad news 9. Responding after an incident10. Doing Safety Differently: From Compliance to Care

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Book SynopsisThe Metric Handbook is the major handbook of planning and design data for architects and architecture students, with over 100,000 copies sold to successive generations of architects and designers. It remains the ideal starting point for any project and belongs in every design office.The seventh edition references the latest regulations and construction standards and includes new chapters on data centres and logistics facilities alongside basic design data for all the major building types. For each building type, the book gives the basic design requirements and all the principal dimensional data, and succinct guidance on how to use the information and what regulations the designer needs to be aware of.As well as buildings, the Metric Handbook deals with broader aspects of design such as materials, acoustics, and lighting, and general design data on human dimensions and space requirements. The Metric Handbook is the unique reference for solving everyday planning problems.Table of ContentsDESIGN BASICS: 1. Design information and dimensional coordination Revised by Simon Douch. Original text: Terry Nichols with David King, 2. People and space Revised by Professor Norman Wienand, 3. People and movement Revised by Professor Norman Wienand, 4. Inclusive and accessible design David Dropkin and Neil Smith, 5. Capital and whole life costs of buildings Chris Bicknell and David Holmes, ESSENTIALS: 6. Structure Revised by Andrew Peters, Arthur Lyons Original text: David Adler and Norman Seward, 7. Materials Arthur Lyons with AHR Architects, 8. Thermal environment Phil Jones, 9. Light Revised by Theo Paradise-Hirst Original text: Joe Lynes, 10. Sound Russell Macdonald and Chris Steel, 11. Fire Beryl Menzies, 12. Flood-resilient design Robert Barker and Richard Coutts, 13. Crime prevention design Nick Hughes Revised by Peter Wozniak, BUILDING TYPES: 14. Agricultural buildings John Weller, Rod Sheard, Frank Bradbeer and others, 15. Auditoria Revised by Mark Foley and Stefanie Fischer (cinemas). Original text: Ian Appleton; Stefanie Fischer (cinemas), 16. Civic buildings Revised by David Selby (town halls); Martin Sutcliffe and Neil Sansum (law courts), 17. Community centres Jim Tanner, 18. Data centres Simon Brimble, Emilia Dobrzynska, Naiane Esteve, Chris Neighbour, Daniel Silva, Miguel Vazquez Cid of Arup, 19. Emergency services Including Fire stations by Michael Bowman, 20. Hospitals Christiane Anders, Claudia Bloom, Vicky Braouzou. Duncan Finch, Mary Reid, Mariangela Zanini of Avanti Architects. Christopher Shaw of Medical Architecture (mental health), 21. Hotels Fred Lawson, 22. Houses and flats Revised by Kathy Watkins. Original text: John Chapman and Kathy Watkins, 23. Homes for older people Justin Bannister and Judith Brown, 24. Student housing and housing for young people Revised by Michael Ritchie. Original text: MJP Architects Ltd, 25. Laboratories Revised by Eugene Sayers Original text: Neville Surti and Catherine Nikolaou, 26. Libraries Brian Edwards with Ayub Khan, 27. Logistics facilities Marcus Madden-Smith, 28. Museums, art galleries and temporary exhibition spaces Geoffrey Mathews, 29. Offices Frank Duffy with Jack Pringle, Angela Mullarkey and Richard Finnemore, 30. Payment and counselling offices Richard Napier, 31. Places of worship Revised by Ian Brewerton (Non-conformist and Free Churches), Atba Al-Samarraie (mosques); Gurmeet Sian (gurdwara), Maurice Walton (Church of England buildings) Original text by David Adler, Ian Brewerton, Leslie Fairweather, Derek Kemp, Atba Al-Samarraie, 32. Primary health care Geoffrey Purves, 33. Restaurants and foodservice facilities Fred Lawson, 34. Retail shops and stores Lucy Dewick-Tew and Eddie Miles, 35. Schools Anthony Langan, 36. Security and counter-terrorism Mark Whyte and Chris Johnson, 37. Sports facilities: indoor and outdoor Philip Johnson and Tom Jones, 38. Streets and spaces for people and vehicles Revised by Ben Hamilton-Baillie (introduction, shared space and place-making), James Horne (vehicles, roads and road design) and Sustrans (cycling routes and parking), 39. Transport terminals and interchanges Airports revised by Andrew Perez with additional contributions by Richard Chapman. Railways revised by Declan McCafferty, 40. Tropical design Patricia Tutt, 41. Universities Revised by Rupert Goddard and Tony Poole, Appendix A – SI system, Appendix B – Conversion factors and tables, Index

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Book SynopsisFrom its creation in January 2012, The Scarcity and Creativity Studio has developed a teaching method which reaffirms a commitment to architecture as a service to society, questions the idea of the individual creator in favour of collaborative design, and challenges the traditional master-student relationship. This book documents the projects and, in so doing, explains the practices and pedagogic methods which the studio has developed in relation to architecture education in general and design build education in particular. Aimed at students, teachers, and professionals who are exploring the possibilities of design build, the 16 built projects are fully documented in text, drawings, and photos and can be used as both inspiration and references. Projects are based in Norway, Finland, Chile, Ecuador (GalÃpagos), Kenya, South Africa, China, Argentina, and Lebanon.Table of ContentsList of Illustrations Foreword, Karl Otto Ellefsen Introduction PART I 1. Principles 2. Practice PART II 3. Social Architecture 3.1. Eco Moyo Education Centre 3.2. Pumanque Community Centre 3.3. La Casa de la Mujer y la Diversidad 4. Testing Development Strategies 4.1. Public Space on Sørenga Bridge 4.2. New Rural Settlement Patterns in Nes 5. Collaboration and Communication, Social Skills 5.1. The Open City or Ciudad Abierta 5.2. Collaborating with Tianjin University, UED Magazine, and China Building Center 6. The Locality 6.1. The Bands, Sauna and Outdoor Facilities 6.2. The Wave, Public Performance Space 6.3. 2 x 2, Bathing Platform 7. When Things Go Wrong, Unpredictability, Serendipity, and Zemblanity 7.1. Flying Compression, Outdoor Eating Area 7.2. Galapagos, Scout’s Centre and Beach Shade Shelter 7.3. WolfHorse, Nomadic Art Space 7.4. SALT, Cultural Centre 7.5. Bourj al Shamali Refugee Camp, Public Space 7.6. Gratton School, Classrooms Index

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Book SynopsisFor over forty years, Materials for Engineers and Technicians has given thousands of students an easily accessible introduction to materials engineering and manufacturing processes. This renowned text is a comprehensive overview of the wide-ranging subject area, written in a straightforward, readable style. It is devoid of excessive jargon and mathematical complexity, and retains a practical down-to-earth approach.This expanded edition references specifications for materials and materials testing that have been updated to include European-wide standards of the EU. More applications of materials and case studies have been included. New content discusses the choice of materials and processes in relation to 3D printing and the importance of materials recycling and sustainability. The increased emphasis on the selection of materials reflects this aspect of materials engineering now seen within current vocational and university courses.In addition to meeting the requirements of vocational and undergraduate engineering syllabuses, this text also serves as a valuable desktop reference for professional engineers working in product design who require a quick source of information on materials and manufacturing processes.Table of Contents1. Engineering materials 2. Properties of materials 3. Mechanical testing 4. The crystal structure of metals 5. Casting process 6. Mechanical deformation of metals 7. The mechanical shaping of metals 8. Alloys 9. Equilibrium diagrams 10. Practical microscopy 11. Iron and steel 12. The heat-treatment of plain-carbon steels 13. Alloy steels 14. The surface hardening of steels 15. Cast iron 16. Copper and its alloys 17. Aluminium and its alloys 18. Other non-ferrous metals and their alloys 19. Plastics materials and rubbers 20. Properties of plastics 21. Ceramics 22. Glasses 23. Composite materials 24. Fibre-reinforced composite materials 25. Methods of joining materials 26. Causes of failure 27. Choice of materials and processes 28. Selection of materials Appendix A: Properties of engineering materials Appendix B: Glossary of key terms

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Book SynopsisBrickwork Level 3 has been adapted from John Hodge's classic Brickwork for Apprentices â the established textbook on brickwork for bricklayers. Designed to meet new requirements of the City and Guilds bricklaying programmes this book has been written to match the latest industry-based requirements and technical developments in the field, including recent changes to the Building Regulations. Each chapter follows the syllabus and contains a section of multiple-choice questions to provide trainees with vital practice for the job knowledge and multiple-choice tests.Highly illustrated throughout and now in full colour, this is the essential reference for qualified bricklayers and other professionals working in the construction industry, as well as students wishing to embark on a career in bricklaying.There is also the facility to access the Support Material on the Routledge website, which includes: PowerPoint slides for each chapter Lesson plans and schemes of work Multiple-choice questions and answers Job knowledge questions and answers Practical drawings and mark sheets Table of ContentsChapter 1 The Construction Industry (Industrial) Chapter 2 Health and Safety in the Construction Industry Chapter 3 Programming the Work Chapter 4 Working Relationships and Methods Chapter 5 Setting Out Chapter 6 Chimneys, Flues and Fireplaces Chapter 7 Arches Chapter 8 Curved Walls on Plan Chapter 9 Ramped Brickwork Chapter 10 Splayed Brickwork Chapter 11 Decorative and Reinforced Brickwork Chapter 12 Repairing and Maintaining Masonry Chapter 13 Answers to Multiple-Choice Questions

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Book SynopsisThis definitive guide covers the design and application of absorbers and diffusers in acoustics. Surface diffusion is a relatively young subject area, and diffuser design, application and characterisation are often not well understood. Although there is greater knowledge of absorption, it is also informed by new research. As two of the main design tools for altering the acoustic conditions of rooms, the correct use of absorbers and diffusers is important to the creation of quality acoustics. This text details the evolution and the current state of the art in diffuser and absorber research and application. It covers a range of practical and theoretical aspects, with extensive examples of installations and case studies to cater to practitioners working in the measurement, modelling and design of rooms, semi-enclosed spaces as well as in noise control. It is also invaluable for students and researchers wanting a grounding in acoustic treatment, as well as understanding the latest develTrade Review"This revised edition consolidates the research and theory of acoustic materials known to date and will be a valuable resource for acoustic researchers, consultants and acoustic product manufacturers. I would also expect acoustic standards committee members to find useful information … If you have an earlier edition, as I do, there is sufficient new material in this edition to recommend purchasing this reference volume."—Noise Control Engr. J."This book is a vibrant update of previous editions which incorporates the latest 21st century thinking on absorbers and diffusers and as such it should be in every acousticians possession."—Raf Orlowski, Ramboll Environ"A valuable treatise in filling a great need to provide the essential basis for anyone who is or may be involved in architectural acoustics research, study, education and design practice."—Ning Xiang, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute"The current edition is a must-have in any acoustician’s library. Even if you own an earlier edition, the updates and cosmetic reworking of the third edition breathes new life into this now-classic text."-- Brandon Cudequest, Journal Audio Engineering"Cox and D’Antonio can still claim authorship to the most comprehensive text on sound-absorptive and diffusive materials."-- Brandon Cudequest, Journal Audio EngineeringTable of ContentsIntroduction. Applications and Basic Principles of Absorbers. Applications and Basic Principles of Diffusers. Measurement of Absorber Properties. Measurement of Diffusion. Porous Absorption. Resonant Absorbers. Some other Absorbers and Diffusers. Prediction of Scattering. Schroeder Diffusers. Geometric Reflectors and Diffusers. Hybrid Surfaces. Absorbers and Diffusers in Rooms and Geometric Models. Active Absorption and Diffusion

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Book SynopsisThis book covers execution of mega industrial projects especially in oil and gas industries covering engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and performance testing. It enumerates various tasks and deliverables under each discipline and sub-disciplines to define the detailed scope of work, supplies and services, as per level III of Prima Vera Schedule developed from the contract-based schedule. It gives an overall idea of how a project rolls out from commencement date to initial acceptance and executed practically with total contractorâs scope of work broken down into tasks/activities at level III platform, while highlighting that support for fool proof project execution.Table of ContentsSECTION I PLANNING AND EXECUTION IN LEVEL 3. 1. Management, Control and Administration. 2. HSE, Social and Security. 3. Services and Facilities to Owner. 4. Engineering. 5. Procurement and Supply. 6. Transport, Logistic and Storage. 7. Construction. 8. Pre-Commissioning. 9. Commissioning, Start-up and Performance Test. 10. Temporary Facilities. SECTION II COMMERCIAL ASPECTS. 11. Commencement Date and Effective Dates. 12. Extension of Time. 13. Professionally Handling Large Claims. 14. Prolongation and Disruption Costs. 15. Penalty/Interest for Payment Delays. 16. Force Majeure. 17. Concurrent Delays. 18. Hedging against Currency Fluctuations. 19. Indemnity. 20. Consequential, Indirect Damages. 21. Laws and Regulations. 22. Escalation. 23. Liens. 24. Total Liability. 25. Payment Terms. 26. Planning. 27. Progress Measurement. 28. EOT claim. 29. Interpretation Rules. 30. Change/Variations/Trend Notices. 31. Contract Price below Floor Price and Consequences. 32. Owner’s Delay on Document Approval. 33. Insurances. SECTION III TECHNICAL ASPECTS. 34. Life Cycle Cost Analysis (LCCA). 35. Consequences of Delayed Rigless Test on Wells (Owner Delays). 36. Strategy for using Non-Spec Feedstock for Commissioning. 37. Gas In and Authority Check points. 38. Value Engineering. 39. Design Defect, Construction Defect and Damages. 40. NDT (Non-Destructive Testing). 41. Destructive Testing. 42. Hydrostatic Leak Test. 43. Heavy Lift Load Sharing for Cranes. SECTION IV GLOSSARY OF ABBREVIATIONS, NAMES AND MEANING. APPENDIX. 1. Project Organization. 2. Contract Price Weight Factor. 3. Monthly Status Report Contents. 4. Material Requisition Cycle(MR). 5. FEED Deliverable List. 6. Process Block Flow Diagram. 7. Document Categories. 8. Claims and Liens Release Letter. 9. Prolongation and Disruption Cost: Hudson formula. 10. A typical list of Procedures and Plans. 11. Total Plant Break down into Areas.

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Book SynopsisThis book covers execution of mega industrial projects especially in oil and gas industries covering engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and performance testing. It enumerates various tasks and deliverables under each discipline and sub-disciplines to define the detailed scope of work, supplies and services, as per level III of Prima Vera Schedule developed from the contract-based schedule. It gives an overall idea of how a project rolls out from commencement date to initial acceptance and executed practically with total contractor's scope of work broken down into tasks/activities at level III platform, while highlighting that support for fool proof project execution.Table of ContentsSECTION I PLANNING AND EXECUTION IN LEVEL 3. 1. Management, Control and Administration. 2. HSE, Social and Security. 3. Services and Facilities to Owner. 4. Engineering. 5. Procurement and Supply. 6. Transport, Logistic and Storage. 7. Construction. 8. Pre-Commissioning. 9. Commissioning, Start-up and Performance Test. 10. Temporary Facilities. SECTION II COMMERCIAL ASPECTS. 11. Commencement Date and Effective Dates. 12. Extension of Time. 13. Professionally Handling Large Claims. 14. Prolongation and Disruption Costs. 15. Penalty/Interest for Payment Delays. 16. Force Majeure. 17. Concurrent Delays. 18. Hedging against Currency Fluctuations. 19. Indemnity. 20. Consequential, Indirect Damages. 21. Laws and Regulations. 22. Escalation. 23. Liens. 24. Total Liability. 25. Payment Terms. 26. Planning. 27. Progress Measurement. 28. EOT claim. 29. Interpretation Rules. 30. Change/Variations/Trend Notices. 31. Contract Price below Floor Price and Consequences. 32. Owner’s Delay on Document Approval. 33. Insurances. SECTION III TECHNICAL ASPECTS. 34. Life Cycle Cost Analysis (LCCA). 35. Consequences of Delayed Rigless Test on Wells (Owner Delays). 36. Strategy for using Non-Spec Feedstock for Commissioning. 37. Gas In and Authority Check points. 38. Value Engineering. 39. Design Defect, Construction Defect and Damages. 40. NDT (Non-Destructive Testing). 41. Destructive Testing. 42. Hydrostatic Leak Test. 43. Heavy Lift Load Sharing for Cranes. SECTION IV GLOSSARY OF ABBREVIATIONS, NAMES AND MEANING. APPENDIX. 1. Project Organization. 2. Contract Price Weight Factor. 3. Monthly Status Report Contents. 4. Material Requisition Cycle(MR). 5. FEED Deliverable List. 6. Process Block Flow Diagram. 7. Document Categories. 8. Claims and Liens Release Letter. 9. Prolongation and Disruption Cost: Hudson formula. 10. A typical list of Procedures and Plans. 11. Total Plant Break down into Areas.

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Book SynopsisFABRIC[ated] examines fabric as a catalyst for innovation, reflection, change and transformation in architecture.This book explores the ways in which research and development of fabric can, and historically has, influenced and revolutionized architecture, teaching and design. Responsive, flexible, impermanent, fluid and adaptivefabric interacts with, and influences architecture, offering innovative solutions and increased material responsibility. Foundation and theory chapters establish clear precedent and futures for fabric's position in architectural discourse. The case study section examines 14 international projects through three different threads: Veiling, Compression and Tension. Case studies include a diverse range of projects from the HiLo unit at Nest and CAST's fabric formed concrete projects to a discussion of the impact of fabric on SO-IL and Kennedy Violich Architect's professional work, demonstrating new and fresh methods for addressing sustainability aTrade Review'FABRIC[ated] situates the historical, theoretical, and etymological roots of textiles in contemporary architectural research, practice, and discourse to substantiate the important role that fabric has as an active and pliable interface for transformation, resiliency, and change in architecture. Moving fluidly between research and practice, the book surveys academic experiments in studio pedagogy to 1:1 full-scale built projects. Through critical essays and case study projects that span gender and expression to minimizing waste through fabric formwork and digital fabrication, FABRIC[ated] positions textiles as a timely and innovative contributor to sustainable, responsive, and socially driven architecture at a time of ecological and sociopolitical crisis. FABRIC[ated] provides a fresh look at the historically intertwined relationships between textiles and architecture to open new design and fabrication strategies, digital methods, material efficiencies, and collaborative models to address pressing issues in our built and natural environments.' - Jenny E. Sabin, Arthur L. and Isabel B. Wiesenberger Professor in Architecture and Associate Dean for Design; Director, Sabin Lab; Department of Architecture / AAP, Cornell University; Principal, Jenny Sabin Studio; President, ACADIA'FABRIC[ated] is a surprising and stimulating compilation of thoughts and experiences that vindicate the transcendence and possibilities of fabric and membranes in the future of architecture and society. A first part develops the theoretical framework underlying the academic and professional experiences that are presented in the second part, so that the case studies do not appear as a miscellany of remarkable curiosities, but rather as contributions to interdisciplinary, sustainable and digitalized innovations engaged with people to contribute to a positive society.' - Josep I. de Llorens Duran, Senior Professor, School of Architecture, Barcelona, Author: Fabric Structures in Architecture'If architecture is to be understood as a third skin, as has been described, then a closer relationship between building and clothing—the so-called second skin—is in order. In Fabric[ated], Tolya Stonorov assesses the expansive capacities of textiles in architecture. Through invited essays, case studies, interviews, and documented experiments, she constructs a broad and compelling depiction of fabric innovation in the designed environment. As we scrutinize many aspects of construction and resource use today, FABRIC[ated] reveals how buildings can be more flexible, interactive, and imaginative—and embody a smaller footprint.' - Blaine Brownell, FAIA LEED AP, Professor and Director, Ravin School of Architecture, University of North Carolina at Charlotte'There is a revolution happening in architectural materials. Not many years ago, there were five groups that covered the field: metal, wood, masonry, concrete and glass. Now new options such as printed ceramics and engineered wood have been increasing the opportunities of built solutions. Tolya Stonorov’s new publication, FABRIC[ated], thoroughly introduces and explores the history and exciting possibilities of fabric, a material that offers a wide range of spatial solutions. Importantly these go beyond form-making to consider potential positive impacts of social justice and sustainability at a time when these are greatly needed.' - Bryan Bell, Executive Director, Design Corps, Professor, NC State University, Co-Founder, SEED Network'FABRIC[ated] situates the historical, theoretical, and etymological roots of textiles in contemporary architectural research, practice, and discourse to substantiate the important role that fabric has as an active and pliable interface for transformation, resiliency, and change in architecture. Moving fluidly between research and practice, the book surveys academic experiments in studio pedagogy to 1:1 full-scale built projects. Through critical essays and case study projects that span gender and expression to minimizing waste through fabric formwork and digital fabrication, FABRIC[ated] positions textiles as a timely and innovative contributor to sustainable, responsive, and socially driven architecture at a time of ecological and sociopolitical crisis. FABRIC[ated] provides a fresh look at the historically intertwined relationships between textiles and architecture to open new design and fabrication strategies, digital methods, material efficiencies, and collaborative models to address pressing issues in our built and natural environments.' - Jenny E. Sabin, Arthur L. and Isabel B. Wiesenberger Professor in Architecture and Associate Dean for Design; Director, Sabin Lab; Department of Architecture / AAP, Cornell University; Principal, Jenny Sabin Studio; President, ACADIA'FABRIC[ated] is a surprising and stimulating compilation of thoughts and experiences that vindicate the transcendence and possibilities of fabric and membranes in the future of architecture and society. A first part develops the theoretical framework underlying the academic and professional experiences that are presented in the second part, so that the case studies do not appear as a miscellany of remarkable curiosities, but rather as contributions to interdisciplinary, sustainable and digitalized innovations engaged with people to contribute to a positive society.' - Josep I. de Llorens Duran, Senior Professor, School of Architecture, Barcelona, Author: Fabric Structures in Architecture'If architecture is to be understood as a third skin, as has been described, then a closer relationship between building and clothing—the so-called second skin—is in order. In Fabric[ated], Tolya Stonorov assesses the expansive capacities of textiles in architecture. Through invited essays, case studies, interviews, and documented experiments, she constructs a broad and compelling depiction of fabric innovation in the designed environment. As we scrutinize many aspects of construction and resource use today, FABRIC[ated] reveals how buildings can be more flexible, interactive, and imaginative—and embody a smaller footprint.' - Blaine Brownell, FAIA LEED AP, Professor and Director, Ravin School of Architecture, University of North Carolina at Charlotte'There is a revolution happening in architectural materials. Not many years ago, there were five groups that covered the field: metal, wood, masonry, concrete and glass. Now new options such as printed ceramics and engineered wood have been increasing the opportunities of built solutions. Tolya Stonorov’s new publication, FABRIC[ated], thoroughly introduces and explores the history and exciting possibilities of fabric, a material that offers a wide range of spatial solutions. Importantly these go beyond form-making to consider potential positive impacts of social justice and sustainability at a time when these are greatly needed.' - Bryan Bell, Executive Director, Design Corps, Professor, NC State University, Co-Founder, SEED NetworkTable of Contents1. Introduction 2. The Philosophy of Fabric Innovation in Architecture 3. Digital Fabrication and Fabric Innovation 4. The Sustainability of Tensile Structures 5. The Art and Science of Fabric Forming; 6 Case Studies: VEILING: Gender, Fabric and Woven Structures A. Seaming: The Fabrication of Keswa, B. Translation: Female Garment to Architecture Studio C. Pipeline Resistance and Feminist Spatial Practice D. GEO|TEXTILES: Weaving Restoration Ecology and Cultural Narratives E. Weaving a Home F. Communal Architecture: A More Finely Calibrated Set of Relationships 7. Case Studies: COMPRESSION: Fabric Formed Concrete and Dense Applications A. Spacer Fabric Pavilion - Advanced 3D Textile Applications in Architecture B. Lightweight cable-net and fabric formwork system for the HiLo unit at NEST C. The Flexible Way D. Joseph Sarafian and Ron Culver, Form-Finding the MARS Pavilion, USA 8. Case Studies: TENSION: Tensile Structures and Inflatables A. Fabric[ating] Act[ivat]ion B. Hollygrove Shade-Water Pavilion C. AirDraft D. PATCHWORKS: A Report from Three Fabricated Futures 9. Conclusion

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Book SynopsisFire Safety Design for Tall Buildings provides structural engineers, architects, and students with a systematic introduction to fire safety design for tall buildings based on current analysis methods, design guidelines, and codes. It covers almost all aspects of fire safety design that an engineer or an architect might encounterâsuch as performance-based design and the basic principles of fire development and heat transfer.It also sets out an effective way of preventing the progressive collapse of a building in fire, and it demonstrates 3D modeling techniques to perform structural fire analysis with examples that replicate real fire incidents such as the Twin Towers and WTC7. This helps readers to understand the design of structures and analyze their behavior in fire.Table of Contents1 Introduction 2 Regulatory requirements and basic fire safety design principles 3 Fundamentals of fire and fire safety design 4 Structural fire design principles for tall buildings 5 Typical fire safety design strategy for tall buildings 6 Fire analysis and modeling 7 Preventing fire-induced collapse of tall buildings 8 New technologies and machine learning in fire safety design 9 Post-fire damage assessment

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Book SynopsisReal Estate: The Basics provides an easy-to-read introduction to the core concepts of the industry to students new to the subject or professionals changing direction within the sector. The book encapsulates the key âneed to knowâ aspects of Real Estate including the âlanguageâ of real estate; its value and contribution to countriesâ GDP; its primary purpose, whether as an asset or as a resource; valuation concepts; asset classes; basic concepts of land law, and of landlord and tenant law; the increased role and importance of sustainability and technology; and an overview of the wide range of professionals involved in the industry. Readers will come to appreciate how the different elements of the profession fit together, and the professional standards and practices that may apply. Real Estate: The Basics will be helpful reading for anyone thinking about studying Real Estate, Property, or other Built Environment topics. It could be used to teach across a wide vaTable of Contents1. Introduction 2. Real Estate in Context 3. The diversity of real estate 4. Real Estate as an Asset 5. Real Estate as a Resource 6. Real Estate People 7. The Basics of Real Estate Law 8. The Landlord and Tenant Relationship 9. Interests in Real Estate 10. Real Estate Transactions 11. Real Estate Valuation Concepts 12. Real Estate Valuation methods 13. Effective real estate management 14. Contemporary Issues in Real Estate

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Book SynopsisThis book explores the connection between digital fabrication and the design build studio in both academic and professional studios.The book presents 17 essays and cases studies from well-known scholars and practitioners, including Kengo Kuma, Joseph Choma, Dan Rockhill, Keith Zawistowski, and Marie Zawistowski, whose theoretical and practical work addresses design build at various levels. Four introductory essays trace the history of the design build movement, exploring the emergence of design build in the pedagogy of the Bauhaus, the integration of technology into architectural design, and the influence of the act of making on the design build studio. The rest of the book is divided into two parts; the first part looks at traditional pedagogical models for the design build studio, and the second part focuses on experimental methods used in design build programs. Together, these works discuss human behavior, social-cultural trends, and motivations in socially minded studios Table of ContentsForward: Learning by Doing at the Bauhaus Preface: Informality and Temporary Introduction: Design-Build Studios and Technology Transfer Art of Making 1. Pedagogical Models Design/Built Program at Kennesaw State University Making to Construct Design Thinking Folding Research into Teaching Beyond (the) Building: Fabricating a Design Build Program on the Arabian Peninsula 2. Experimental Methods Studio 804, Inc. Virginia Tech La Riviera Bistro Practicing for Practice Two Scales of Approach, Tulane’s Design Build Programs Borboletta Poetic Systems Energy Flow Across Enclosures 3. Conclusion Digital Fabrication by Kengo Kuma Conclusion

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Book SynopsisFirst translated in English ten years after its original Dutch publication in 1962, this book has inspired practitioners for generations. It's proposal to distinguish the infill from the support - what users can individually decide in a housing process from what users share - has turned out to be feasible in practice. The Natural Relation - the interaction of people with their immediate environment and the central concept of the book - is the result of that distinction. It is essential to the well-being of everyday environment regardless of function or available resources.Table of ContentsPreface Introduction 1. People 2. Cities 3. The Technique 4. The Support Structure 5. Conclusion

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Book SynopsisThis fully revised seventh edition of Property Development has been completely updated to reflect ongoing changes in the property field and maintain the direct relevance of the text to all stakeholders involved in studying the property development process. This text has been in high demand since the first edition was published over 40 years ago.The successful style and proven format of the highly popular text has been retained to assist the readership to understand this complex discipline. The readership typically includes anyone with an interest in property including aspiring property developers, established property developers, property stakeholders involved in the property development process, as well as any interested parties. In addition this new edition of the standard text is ideally suited for all property development and real estate students and will also be of interest to early career professionals and those pursuing similar professional degrees in the induTrade Review"This is a great book to understand the complexity involved with real estate development. The book does a fantastic job describing the entire process and takes a global perspective so readers from around the world can get a great perspective on the risks and rewards associated with creating a new development. In this seventh edition the author has clearly captured the major issues to be aware of to mitigate the uncertainty that goes along with investing in a real estate development." - Dr. Elaine Worzala, CRE, FRICS, Carter Real Estate Center, USA"This book is a very comprehensive coverage of all aspects of the property development process, with international examples highlighting key issues. The new section on sustainability is a welcome addition as an important ongoing element in property development." - Professor Graeme Newell, Western Sydney University, AustraliaTable of Contents1. Introduction 2. Land for Development 3. Development Appraisal and Risk 4. Development Finance 5. Property Cycles 6. Planning 7. Construction 8. Market Research 9. PropTech 10. Marketing and Sales 11. Sustainable Development 12. Emerging Markets

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Book SynopsisThis book is an introductory text on building measurement and estimating for simple buildings in Hong Kong, based on the Hong Kong Standard Method of Measurement of Building Works 4th Edition Revised 2018 (HKSMM4 Rev 2018). It provides a toolkit for students and surveying technicians who are new to the subject. This second edition updates the contents in line with the HKSMM4 Rev 2018 and incorporates the latest industry developments such as BIM. The main text is divided into five parts following the development of a typical project. Part 1, Building the project team, introduces the team setup for a typical project. Part 2, Deciding the procurement strategy, explains the various procurement decisions to be made by an employer before any cost estimating and measurement work takes place. Part 3, Preparing for tender, covers the tendering methods, tender documentation and approximate estimating techniques used by Quantity Surveyors. Table of ContentsPart 1: Building the Project Team; 1. Introduction 2. Principal Stakeholders of a Project Part 2: Deciding the Procurement Strategy; 3. Project Delivery Methods 4. Payment Mechanisms Part 3: Preparing for Tender; 5. Tendering Methods 6. Tendering Procedures 7. Tender Documentation 8. Approximate Estimating Techniques in Pre-Contract Stages Part 4: Measuring Quantities; 9. Principles and Rules of Taking-off 10. Length, Area and Volume Measurement 11. Introduction to HKSMM4 Rev 2018 12. Measurement of Excavation 13. Measurement of Concrete Works 14. Measurement of Brickwork and Blockwork 15. Measurement of Wood Works 16. Measurement of Steel and Metal Works 17. Measurement of Plastering, Paving and Painting 18. Measurement of Waterproofing 19. Worked Examples 20. Processing Measurements Part 5: Estimating Unit Rates; 21. Pricing in General 22. Pricing Trade Work 23. Pricing Preliminaries 24. Computer Applications in Measurement and Estimating

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Book SynopsisThe first edition published in 2010. The response was encouraging and many people appreciated a book that was dedicated to quality management in construction projects. Since it published, ISO 9000: 2008 has been revised and ISO 9000: 2015 has published. The new edition will focus on risk-based thinking which must be considered from the beginning and throughout the project life cycle. There are quality-related topics such as Customer Relationship, Supplier Management, Risk Management, Quality Audits, Tools for Construction Projects, and Quality Management that were not covered in the first edition. Furthermore, some figures and tables needed to be updated to make the book more comprehensive.Table of Contents1. Overview of Quality2. Quality Management System3. Construction Projects4. Quality in Construction Projects5. Operation and Maintenance6. Facility Management7. Assessment of QualityAppendix A: Design Review ChecklistsAppendix B: Major Activities during the Construction Processin Building Construction ProjectAppendix C: Content of Contractor’s Quality Control Plan

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Book SynopsisCreating a Culture of Predictable Outcomes demonstrates the importance of creating cultures in the design and construction industries grounded in sophisticated-caring leadership, high-performing collaborative teams, and master-level decision-making discipline, informed by values, to finally address massive inefficiencies, waste, and unpredictability. Barbara White Bryson offers specific guidance to industry stakeholders to succeed in achieving project-related predictable outcomes by focusing on culture rather than process. This includes selecting the right team members by hiring and firing bravely, valuing psychological safety, leading with values, practicing respect and transparency, fostering empowerment to make decisions at the right level at the right time, and more.This book is a must-read for design and construction professionals who want to finally understand how to set goals and meet those goals for their clients as well as for their teams. Trade ReviewIn her straightforward manner, Barbara White Bryson speaks directly to the fundamental misses inhibiting the built environment industry from firing on all cylinders. A blend of in-depth domain knowledge and relatable storytelling, Creating a Culture of Predictable Outcomes will stand as foundational to the professions for years to come. - David G. Gilmore, President & CEO, DesignIntelligenceWorking with Barbara on the Rice Bioscience Research Collaborative was one of the best project experiences our team at SOM has had. Her real-world experiences, including senior academic and strategic leadership, as well as being an architect with an MBA and Doctorate in Higher Education, make Barbara uniquely adept at describing comprehensive and highly effective strategies with analogous references that are clear, engaging and memorable. - Carrie Byles, FAIA, LEED BD+C, Partner SOM"Predictability is power." There are no truer words spoken than this premise from Barbara White Bryson’s illuminating and strategic book, particularly in a time of chaos and mismanagement. Barbara’s book is an imminently useful read for firm leaders at any phase in their careers. Universally, business, design and engineering schools will use this book to demonstrate predictability as the active decision-making model we need. - James Timberlake, FAIA, Architect/Partner, Kieran Timberlake, PhiladelphiaCreating a Culture of Predictable Outcomes packs a powerful message while forging a new path for the industry, one that is more nimble, adaptable and resilient. Bryson’s list outlining twenty disruptions that will impact our future is alone worth the price of the book. As we’ve all witnessed, unexpected things happen – this book is here just in time to help! - Randy Deutsch, Author of Superusers (Routledge, 2019)Table of Contents1. Predictability is Power 2. Sophisticated Caring Leadership 3. High-Performing Collaborative Teams 4. Master-Level Decision-Making 5. Aligning Values to Goals 6. Embracing Risk and Contracts 7. Research 8. Twenty Freight Trains of Disruption 9. Unpredictable

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Book Synopsis"Readers will rejoice... in the physical discoveries, ancient and modern, that create and govern the artifacts inside of which readers spend most of their natural lives."—New York Times

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