Construction Methods and Planning

ISBN-13: 9780419249801 / Angielski / Miękka / 2000 / 448 str.

Opis

This is an introduction to the selection of construction methods, their planning and organization on site. The author has distilled a lifetime's experience of construction into an accessible guide for students of construction management and all construction-related disciplines, and young professionals and managers working in the industry. The book takes a practical approach and features numerous case histories, examples and illustrations taken from real situations and sites.

Recenzje

Reviews of the first edition

'..a useful addition to all designers and contractor libraries and will prove indispensable to students and practitioners alike.' - CIOB

..comprehensible and well-illustrated coverage of up-to-date construction methods.' - The Architects' Journal

'Both students and practitioners will find this book an essential read. In particular, the experienced practitioner will find much information which may make projects more cost effective, reduce construction times and improve quality whilst not compromising site safety.' - Construction Books Direct

Spis treści

Part 1. Factors Affecting Construction Method Assessment 1. Site Inspections 2. The Influence of the Site and its Boundaries on Plant and Method Selection 3. Temporary Works: Scaffolding, Formwork and Falsework, Support of Excavations 4. Influence of Design on Construction Cost Part 2. Establishing Methods and their Planning Control 7. Non-piled Foundations 8. Piled Foundation 9. Deep Basements 10. In-situ Concrete Structures 11. Pre-cast Concrete Structures 12. Steel Structures 13. Cladding, Internal Works and Specialist Services 14. External Works 15. Waste in the Construction Process 16. Method Statements 17. Contract Planning Control on Site 18. The Role of Planning in Claims 19. Facade Retention and Structural Alteration 20. Refurbishment of Housing.

O autorze

Illingworth, J.R.