Principles and Practices of Heavy Construction

By Ronald C. Smith and Ronald C.;Andres Smith

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

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0137176465
• ISBN13: 9780137176465
• Release Date: January 1993
• Publisher: Regents/Prentice Hall
• Length: 444 Pages
• Weight: 2.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.2" x 0.9" x 8.4"

Customer Reviews

Great information

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