Fundamentals of Building Construction

Now in its Fifth Edition, Fundamentals of Building Construction is an essential textbook that has been used by thousands of students annually in schools of architecture, engineering, and construction technology. The best-selling reference focuses on the basic materials and methods used in building construction. Emphasizing common construction systems such as light wood frame, masonry bearing wall, steel frame, and reinforced concrete construction, the new edition includes new information on controlling the movement of heat, air and moisture through the building envelope, the latest on "pre-engineered" building components, sustainability issues, and reflects the latest building codes and standards. The book is supplemented by Exercises in Building Construction 5E, which includes 47 homework or laboratory assignments, available separately.