Basic Construction Materials. This item is unavailable.
Language: English
Published by Pearson Education, Limited, 2004
- Hardcover
- Used
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United KingdomBetter World Books Ltd
AbeBooks seller since October 13, 2008
Condition: Used - Very good
US$ 8.92
Item description from seller
Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.
Seller Inventory # 21414985-6
- Title
- Basic Construction Materials
- Author
- Marotta, Theodore W.
- Publisher
- Pearson Education, Limited
- Publication year
- 2004
- Condition
- Very Good
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0131433873
- ISBN 13
- 9780131433878
- Edition
- 7th.
- Item weight
- 2.319 pounds
- Dimensions
- N/A
Offering an in-depth introduction to the real-world application of some of the most fundamental materials used in construction today, this informative and practical book reflects the latest industry standards from ASTM and ACI. Comprehensive coverage of the industry's most current standards and how they relate to basic construction materials. Basic material coverage considers some of the most commonly used materials in construction–aggregates, asphalt and asphalt concrete, Portland cement and Portland cement concrete, masonry, ferrous metals, and wood. The book covers for each material, how they are selected and tested, their properties and uses, methods of extraction and processing, auxiliary equipment, and more. Fully prepares readers for entry into the construction industry or for further study in construction methods, specification writing, design methods, or related engineering programs.
"Synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
From the Back Cover
This new edition of a classic presents in-depth coverage of the most important materials used in the construction industry—aggregates, asphalt, asphalt concrete, masonry, Portland cement, Portland cement concrete, ferrous metals, and wood. Metric information is included for those engaged in international work, U.S. government work, or any job requiring metric analysis. The text reflects the latest industry standards and fully prepares students for entry into the construction industry or for further study in construction methods.
Some of the key features include:- Current industry standards from ASTM and ACI.
- New illustrations and examples.
"About the title" may belong to another edition of this title.