This
note offers an introduction to the history, theory, and construction of basic
structural systems as well as an introduction to energy issues in buildings. It
emphasizes basic systematic and elemental behavior, principles of structural
behavior, and analysis of individual structural elements and strategies for load
carrying. Topics covered includes: Introduction to Sustainable Design Issues,
Architecture Structures, Active Statics, Exterior Envelopes, Masonry, Metals,
Concrete.
This note covers about stones, Bricks, Clay products and refractory
materials, Cement, Sand, gravel, morrum and fly ash, Mortar and concrete,
Timber, Paint, Varnish and distemper, Iron and steel, Bituminous material,
Plastics, Heat proofing and acoustics material.
This
note explains the following topics: Effective design and engineering for
building in the tropics, Climate and Natural Disasters in the tropics, Building
Materials, Building construction maintenance, technologies and infrastructural
works.
This page covers the following topics related to
Building Technology : Thermal aspects of a building, Lighting aspects of a
building, Acoustic aspects of a building, Construction methods.
Author(s): Prof. Marilyne Andersen, Massachusetts
Institute of Technology
This PDF
explains the following topics related to Advanced Building and Construction
Management : Introduction to Managing Construction Projects, Organisations,
Construction Contracts And Their Documents, Estimating and Tendering,
Introduction to Earthmoving, Concrete Construction Practices, Construction
Safety Measures.
Author(s): Prof. Dr. Ata Atun, Department
of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Near East University