Construction materials, methods and techniques : building for a sustainable future

Table of Contents
Preface
Disclaimer
Division 00: Procurement and Contracting Requirements CSI Master Format
Division 01: General Requirements
	Ch 1: The Construction Industry: An Overview
		Learning Objectives
		Construction: A Dynamic Industry
		Pre-Construction Activities
		The Project Delivery Process
		The Construction Process
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 2: Regulatory Constraints, Standards, and Sustainability
		Learning Objectives
		The Regulatory Environment-Zoning and Codes
		Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)/Universal Design
		Standard Development Organizations
		Trade Associations
		Sustainable Design and Construction
		Sustainable Construction
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 3: Properties of Materials
		Learning Objectives
		Material Groups
		Material Properties
		Environmentally Preferable Products (EEPS)
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
Division 02: Existing Conditions CSI MasterFormat
Division 31: Earthwork CSI MasterFormat
	Ch 4: The Building Site
		Learning Objectives
		Site Assessment
		Site Work Activities
		Storm Water Drainage
		Earthwork
		Dewatering Techniques
		Underpinning Techniques
		Paving
		Seismic Considerations
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 5: Soils
		Learning Objectives
		Types of Soils
		Soil Classification
		Subsurface Soil Testing
		Field Classification of Soil
		Soil Volume Characteristics
		Soil Water
		Soil-Bearing Capacities
		Soil Alterations
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 6: Foundations
		Learning Objectives
		Foundation Design
		Shallow Foundations
		Deep Foundations
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
Division 03: Concrete CSI MasterFormat
	Ch 7: Concrete
		Learning Objectives
		Portland Cement
		Water
		Aggregates
		Admixtures
		Basics of Concrete
		Concrete Design
		Concrete Tests
		Emerging Trends in Concrete
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 8: Cast-in-Place Concrete
		Learning Objectives
		Building Codes
		Preparing Concrete
		Transporting, Handling, and Placing Concrete
		Finishing Concrete
		Curing Concrete
		Formwork
		Concrete Reinforcing Materials
		Cast-in-Place Concrete Elements
		Cast-in-Place Concrete Framing Systems
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 9: Pre-Cast Concrete
		Learning Objectives
		Advantages of Pre-Cast Concrete Units
		Building Codes
		Pre-Stressing Pre-Cast Concrete
		Pre-Cast Concrete Elements
		Connecting Pre-Cast Units
		Erecting Pre-Cast Concrete
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
Division 04: Masonry CSI MasterFormat
	Ch 10: Mortars for Masonry Walls
		Learning Objectives
		Mortar Composition
		Types of Mortar
		Properties of Plastic Mortar
		Properties of Hardened Mortar
		Colored Mortar
		Mortar in Cold Weather
		Surface-Bonding Mortars
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 11: Clay Masonry
		Learning Objectives
		Clays
		Manufacturing Clay Bricks
		Clay Masonry Units
		Material Specifications for Clay Masonry
		Properties of Clay Brick and Tile
		Other Fired Clay Products
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 12: Concrete Masonry
		Learning Objectives
		Manufacture of Concrete Masonry Units
		Physical Properties of Concrete Masonry Units
		Types of Concrete Masonry Units
		Material Specifications
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 13: Stone
		Learning Objectives
		Basic Classifications of Rock
		Types and Uses of Stone
		Quarrying and Producing Natural Stone
		Choosing Stone
		Manufactured Stone
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 14: Masonry Construction
		Learning Objectives
		Masonry Walls
		Control and Expansion Joints
		Types of Masonry Walls
		Brick Masonry Columns
		Masonry Construction Details
		Stone Masonry Construction
		Structural Clay Tile Construction
		Estimating Masonry Materials
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
Division 05: Metals CSI MasterFormat
	Ch 15: Ferrous Metals
		Learning Objectives
		Iron
		Steelmaking
		Manufacturing Steel Products
		Steel Identification Systems
		Steel and Steel Alloys
		Steel Products
		Testing Metals
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 16: Nonferrous Metals
		Learning Objectives
		Galvanic Corrosion
		Aluminum
		The Hall-Heroult Electrolytic Process
		Copper
		Brass
		Bronze
		Lead
		Solders
		Tin
		Terneplate
		Titanium
		Nickel
		Zinc
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 17: Steel Frame Construction
		Learning Objectives
		Structural Steel Drawings
		The Steel Frame
		Steel Frame Connections
		The Erection Process
		Decking
		Pre-Engineered Metal Building Systems
		Other Steel Construction Systems
		Fire Protection of the Steel Frame
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
Division 06: Wood, Plastics, and Composites CSI MasterFormat
	Ch 18: Wood, Plastics, and Composites
		Learning Objectives
		Tree Species
		The Structure of Wood
		Wood Defects
		Lumber Manufacturing
		Seasoning Lumber
		Lumber Sizes
		Softwood Lumber
		Lumber Grading and Testing
		Physical and Chemical Composition of Wood
		Hygroscopic Properties of Wood
		Structural Properties of Wood
		Other Properties of Wood
		Fire-Retardant Treatments
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 19: Products Manufactured from Wood
		Learning Objectives
		Plywood and Other Panel Products
		Structural Building Components
		Other Products Manufactured from Wood
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 20: Wood and Metal Light Frame Construction
		Learning Objectives
		Wood Framing and the Building Codes
		Preparing the Site
		Foundations for Light Wood Frame Construction
		Evolution of Wood Light Frame Construction
		Platform Framing
		Wood Trusses
		Fasteners for Wood Frame Construction
		Light-Gauge Steel Framing
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 21: Heavy Timber Construction
		Learning Objectives
		Building Codes
		Fire Resistance
		Timber Frame Construction
		Engineered Timber Frame Construction
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 22: Finishing the Exterior and Interior of Light Wood Frame Buildings
		Learning Objectives
		Finishing the Exterior
		Finishing the Interior
		Installing Insulation
		Interior Finish Carpentry
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 23: Plastics
		Learning Objectives
		Molecular Structure of Plastic
		Additives
		Properties of Plastics
		Manufacturing Processes
		Plastic Construction Materials
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
Division 07: Thermal and Moisture Protection CSI MasterFormat
	Ch 24: Thermal Insulation and Vapor Barriers
		Learning Objectives
		Heat Transfer
		Insulation Materials
		Water and Vapor Considerations
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 25: Bonding Agents, Sealers, and Sealants
		Learning Objectives
		Bonding Agents
		Sealers for Exterior Materials
		Sealants
		Waterproofing Membranes and Coatings
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 26: Bituminous Materials
		Learning Objectives
		Properties of Bitumens
		Asphalt
		Other Products Made with Bituminous Materials
		Bitumous Roof Coverings
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 27: Roofing Systems
		Learning Objectives
		Building Codes
		Roofing Components
		Low-Slope Roof Assemblies
		Steep-Slope Roof Assemblies
		Steep-Slope Metal Roofing Assemblies
		Cool Roofing
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
Division 08: Openings CSI MasterFormat
	Ch 28: Glass
		Learning Objectives
		Types of Glass
		The Manufacture of Glass
		Properties of Soda-Lime-Silica Glass
		Heat-Treating Glass
		Finishes
		Physical Properties of Glazing Systems
		Glass Products
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activity
		Additional Resources
	Ch 29: Doors, Windows, Entrances, and Storefronts
		Learning Objectives
		Doors
		Door Operating and Material Types
		Door Hardware
		Windows
		Entrances and Storefronts
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activity
		Additional Resources
	Ch 30: Cladding Systems
		Learning Objectives
		Cladding Design Considerations
		Water Management for Cladding Systems
		Metal and Glass Curtain Wall Systems
		Masonry, Stone, EIFS and Metal Cladding Systems
		Sealing Joints for Cladding Systems
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
Division 09: Finishes, Paints, and Coatings CSI MasterFormat
	Ch 31: Interior Finishes, Paints, and Coatings
		Learning Objectives
		Performace Criteria for Interior Finishes
		Electrical and Mechanical Systems Integration
		Paints and Coatings
		Federal Regulations
		Composition of Coatings
		Factors Affecting Coatings
		Clear Coatings
		Opaque Coatings
		Special-Purpose Coatings
		Stains
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 32: Acoustical Materials
		Learning Objectives
		Sound
		Sound Control
		Acoustical Materials
		Construction Techniques
		Controlling Sound from Vibrations
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 33: Interior Walls, Partitions, and Ceilings
		Learning Objectives
		Fire-Resistant Interior Assemblies
		Interior Gypsum Wall Partitions
		Plaster Finishes
		Structural Clay Tile Partitions
		Ceramic Tile-Wall Finishes
		Wood-Product Wall Finishes
		Ceiling Construction
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
	Ch 34: Flooring
		Learning Objectives
		Performance Criteria for Flooring
		Hard-Surface Flooring
		Wood Flooring
		Solid Wood Flooring
		Resilient Flooring
		Carpeting
		Carpet Construction
		Raised-Access Flooring
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
Division 10: Specialties CSI MasterFormat
Division 11: Equipment CSI MasterFormat
Division 12: Furnishings CSI MasterFormat
	Ch 35: Specialties, Equipment, and Furnishings
		Learning Objectives
		Residential and Commercial Equipment
		Furnishings
		Artwork
		Fabrics
		Manufactured Casework
		Window Treatment
		Furniture and Accessories
		Rugs and Mats
		Multiple Seating
		Interior Plants and Planters
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
Division 13: Special Construction CSI MasterFormat
	Ch 36: Special Construction
		Learning Objective
		Integrated Assemblies
		Pre-Engineered Structures
		Waste and Utilities Sections
		Measurement and Control Instrumentation
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activity
		Additional Resources
Division 14: Conveying Equipment CSI MasterFormat
	Ch 37: Conveying Systems
		Learning Objectives
		Elevator Code Standards
		Elevator Components
		Elevator Cars
		Elevator Types
		Electric Passenger Elevators
		Hydraulic Elevators
		Freight Elevators
		Observation Elevators
		Residential Elevators
		Automated Transfer Systems
		Wheelchair Lifts and Stair Lifts
		Escalators
		Moving Walks and Ramps
		Other Conveying Equipment
		Conveyers and Pneumatic Tube Systems
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activity
		Additional Resources
Division 21: Fire Suppression CSI MasterFormat
	Ch 38: Fire-Suppression Systems
		Learning Objectives
		Fire Codes
		Fire and Smoke Management
		Fire-Suppression Systems
		Dry Chemical Systems
		Manual Fire-Suppression Systems
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
Division 22: Plumbing CSI MasterFormat
	Ch 39: Plumbing Systems
		Learning Objectives
		Plumbing Codes
		Potable Water Supply
		Potable Water Distribution Systems
		Gas Distribution Systems
		Piping, Tubing, and Fittings
		Valves
		Pipe Insulation
		Water Pipe Sizing
		Sanitary Piping
		Residential Sanitary Piping
		Multistory Building Sanitary Piping Systems
		Non-Potable Water Systems
		Roof Drainage
		Plumbing Equipment
		Water Heating
		Plumbing Fixtures
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
Division 23: Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning CSI MasterFormat
	Ch 40: Heating, Air-Conditioning, Ventilation, and Refrigeration
		Learning Objectives
		HVAC Codes
		Heat Balance
		Heat Transfer
		Sensible and Latent Heat
		Human Comfort
		Ventilation
		Fuel and Energy Used for HVAC
		Air Heating Equipment
		Air-Conditioning with Duct Systems
		All-Air Distribution Systems
		Types of Duct Systems
		Forced-Air Duct Systems
		Supply-Air Outlets and Return-Air Inlets for Warm-Air Heating Systems
		Humidity Control
		Hydronic (Hot Water) Heating Systems
		Pipe Systems for Water Heating and Cooling
		Steam Heating Systems
		Boilers
		Terminal Equipment for Hot-Water and Steam-Heating Systems
		Chilled-Water Cooling Systems for Large Buildings
		Centrifugal Chillers
		The Absorption Chiller Refrigeration System
		Positive-Displacement Chillers
		Evaporative Air Coolers
		Radiant Heating and Cooling
		Electric Heating Systems
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
Division 26: Electrical CSI MasterFormat
	Ch 41: Electrical Equipment and Systems
		Learning Objectives
		Electrical Loads
		Basics of Electricity
		AC and DC Current
		Power and Energy
		Electrical Codes
		Electric Power Sources
		On-Site Power Generation
		Electrical Supply
		Electrical Distribution Systems in Buildings
		Switchgear and Switchboards
		Panelboards
		Electrical Power Conductors
		Raceways
		Meters
		Motor Control Centers
		Transformers
		Switches
		Overcurrent Protection Devices
		Lighting
		Lighting-Related Measurements
		Lighting Systems
		Lighting Control Systems
		Types of Lamps
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
Division 28: Electronic Safety and Security CSI MasterFormat
	Ch 42: Electronic Signal and Security Systems
		Learning Objectives
		Automatic Fire Detection and Alarm Systems
		Security Systems
		Electronic Monitoring and Control
		Telecomunications and Data Systems
		Review Questions
		Key Terms
		Activities
		Additional Resources
Appendix A: Level 2 Numbers and Titles
Appendix B: MasterFormat
Appendix C: U.S. and Canadian Professional and Technical Organizations
Appendix D: Metric Information
Appendix E: Weights of Building Materials
Appendix F: Names and Atomic Symbols of Selected Chemical Elements
Appendix G: Coefficients of Thermal Expansion for Selected Construction Materials
Appendix H: Conversion Tables
Glossary
Index