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Construction Materials, Methods, and Techniques

ISBN: 9781418001810 | 1418001813
Edition: 2nd
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning
Pub. Date: 8/21/2006

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SummaryTable of ContentsAuthor Biography
Comprehensive in nature, this newly updated book extensively explores construction materials and properties as well as current methods of residential and commercial building construction. Revisions reflect the changes based on the 2004 Edition of Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) MasterFormat and follows the logical sequence of a construction project. The Second Edition is complete with current information that is the result of input from hundreds of manufacturers and professional and trade organizations, and makes frequent reference ... MORE
Prefacexv
Intent of This Bookxv
How to Use This Bookxv
Features of This Bookxvi
New to This Editionxvii
About the Authorxv... MORE
Acknowledgmentsxvii
Disclaimerxvii
PART I Introduction to Construction Methods, Materials, and Techniques
Building Structures and Systems: An Overview
3(22)
Learning Objectives
3(1)
Space
3(1)
The Building Structure
4(8)
The Enclosing Walls
12(2)
Thermal Factors
14(2)
Building Systems
16(8)
Item of interest: Construction Safety--Falls
17(7)
Review Questions
24(1)
Key Terms
24(1)
Activity
24(1)
Construction: A Dynamic Industry
25(30)
Learning Objectives
25(1)
The Construction Industry
25(1)
Construction Contractors
26(1)
Construction Materials
27(2)
Construction and the Environment
29(1)
Use of Resources
29(1)
Construction Methods
30(1)
Zoning and Codes
31(2)
Trade Associations
33(2)
Other Organizations
35(5)
Item of interest: Sample Ordinance for Adoption of the International Residential Code for One-and Two-Family Dwellings
37(3)
The Masterformat of the Construction Specifications Institute
40(11)
Metrics in Construction
51(2)
Review Questions
53(1)
Key Terms
53(1)
Activities
53(1)
Additional Resources
54(1)
Properties of Materials
55(15)
Learning Objectives
55(1)
Materials Groups and Properties
56(1)
Mechanical Properties
56(4)
Thermal Properties
60(3)
Item of interest: On-the-Job Deaths
62(1)
Electrical Properties
63(1)
Chemical Properties
64(1)
Acoustical Properties
65(1)
Review Questions
65(1)
Key Terms
65(1)
Activities
66(2)
PART II General Requirements and Site Construction
Division 1 General Requirements
68(1)
Division 31 Earthwork
69(1)
The Building Site
70(22)
Learning Objectives
70(1)
Site Plans
70(1)
Environmental Considerations
70(1)
Preparing the Site
71(1)
Subsurface Investigation
71(1)
Earthwork
71(8)
Dewatering Techniques
79(2)
Underpinning Techniques
81(2)
Paving
83(5)
Item of interest: Blasting
84(4)
Site Work Activities
88(1)
Seismic Considerations
88(3)
Review Questions
91(1)
Key Terms
91(1)
Activities
91(1)
Additional Resources
91(1)
Soils
92(10)
Learning Objectives
92(1)
Types of Soils
92(1)
Soil Classifications
92(1)
Field Classification of Soil
93(2)
Soil Volume Characteristics
95(1)
Soil Water
95(1)
Soil-Bearing Capacities
96(1)
Soil Alterations
96(4)
Item of interest: Subcontractor Agreements
98(2)
Review Questions
100(1)
Key Terms
100(1)
Activities
101(1)
Additional Resources
101(1)
Foundations
102(19)
Learning Objectives
102(1)
Foundation Design
102(1)
Spread Foundations
103(3)
Pile Foundations
106(9)
Item of interest: Earthquake Design
109(6)
Caisson Pile Foundations
115(2)
Review Questions
117(1)
Key Terms
117(1)
Activities
117(1)
Additional Resources
118(2)
PART III Concrete and Masonry
Division 3 Concrete
120(1)
Concrete
121(25)
Learning Objectives
121(1)
Portland Cement
121(5)
Water
126(1)
Aggregates
127(4)
Admixtures
131(4)
Basics of Concrete
135(4)
Item of interest: Concrete on the Moon
138(1)
Concrete Design
139(1)
Concrete Tests
139(5)
Review Questions
144(1)
Key Terms
144(1)
Activities
145(1)
Additional Resources
145(1)
Cast-In-Place Concrete
146(47)
Learning Objectives
146(1)
Building Codes
146(1)
Preparing the Site
147(1)
Preparing Concrete
147(1)
Transporting, Handling, and Placing Concrete
148(4)
Finishing Concrete
152(1)
Curing Concrete
153(1)
Formwork
153(6)
Concrete Reinforcing Materials
159(12)
Item of interest: Strip-Applied Waterstops
164(7)
Cast-In-Place On-Grade Concrete Slabs
171(2)
Cast-In-Place Concrete Framing Systems
173(18)
Review Questions
191(1)
Key Terms
191(1)
Activities
192(1)
Additional Resources
192(1)
Precast Concrete
193(19)
Learning Objectives
193(1)
Advantages of Precast Concrete Units
193(2)
Building Codes
195(1)
Nonprestressed and Prestressed Precast Units
195(1)
Prestressed Precast Concrete
195(2)
Precast Concrete Slabs
197(3)
Connecting Precast Units
200(2)
Erecting Precast Concrete
202(8)
Review Questions
210(1)
Key Terms
210(1)
Activities
210(1)
Additional Resources
210(1)
Division 4 Masonry
211(1)
Mortars for Masonry Walls
212(10)
Learning Objectives
212(1)
Mortar Composition
212(1)
Types of Mortar
213(4)
Properties of Plastic Mortar
217(1)
Properties of Hardened Mortar
217(2)
Colored Mortar
219(1)
Mortar in Cold Weather
219(1)
Surface Bonding Mortars
220(1)
Review Questions
220(1)
Key Terms
221(1)
Activities
221(1)
Additional Resources
221(1)
Clay Brick and Tile
222(18)
Learning Objectives
222(1)
Clays
222(1)
Manufacturing Clay Bricks
222(3)
Structural Clay Masonry Units
225(3)
Material Specifications for Clay Masonry
228(4)
Properties of Clay Brick and Tile
232(1)
Ceramic Tile
233(2)
Other Clay Tile Products
235(3)
Review Questions
238(1)
Key Terms
238(1)
Activities
239(1)
Additional Resources
239(1)
Concrete Masonry
240(12)
Learning Objectives
240(1)
Manufacture of Concrete Masonry Units
240(1)
Physical Properties of Concrete Masonry Units
241(2)
Types of Concrete Masonry Units
243(7)
Material Specifications
250(1)
Review Questions
251(1)
Key Terms
251(1)
Activities
251(1)
Additional Resources
251(1)
Stone
252(6)
Learning Objectives
252(1)
Basic Classifications of Rock
252(3)
Types and Uses of Stone
255(1)
Quarrying and Producing Building Stones
255(1)
Choosing a Stone
256(1)
Review Questions
257(1)
Key Terms
257(1)
Activities
257(1)
Additional Resources
257(1)
Masonry Construction
258(37)
Learning Objectives
258(1)
Masonry Bearing Walls
258(1)
Masonry Arches
259(1)
Control and Expansion Joints
260(1)
Brick Masonry Construction
261(10)
Building a Brick Masonry Wall
271(2)
Concrete Masonry Construction
273(5)
Building a Concrete Masonry Wall
278(1)
Stone Masonry Construction
279(8)
Structural Clay Tile Construction
287(2)
Building a Structural Clay Tile Masonry Wall
289(1)
Review Questions
290(1)
Key Terms
291(1)
Activities
291(1)
Additional Resources
291(3)
PART IV Metals, Wood, and Plastics
Division 5 Metals
294(1)
Ferrous Metals
295(27)
Learning Objectives
295(1)
History of Ferrous Metals
295(1)
Iron
296(3)
Steelmaking
299(2)
Manufacturing Steel Products
301(3)
Steel Identification Systems
304(2)
Steel and Steel Alloys
306(4)
Steel Products
310(8)
Testing Metals
318(2)
Review Questions
320(1)
Key Terms
320(1)
Activities
321(1)
Additional Resources
321(1)
Nonferrous Metals
322(33)
Learning Objectives
322(1)
Galvanic Corrosion
322(1)
Aluminum
322(14)
Copper
336(6)
Item of interest: Dead Sea Scrolls
337(5)
Brass
342(3)
Bronze
345(1)
Lead
346(2)
Solders
348(1)
Tin
349(1)
Terneplate
349(1)
Titanium
350(1)
Nickel
351(1)
Zinc
352(1)
Review Questions
353(1)
Key Terms
353(1)
Activities
354(1)
Additional Resources
354(1)
Steel Frame Construction
355(42)
Learning Objectives
355(1)
Structural Steel Drawings
356(1)
The Erection Process
357(4)
Fastening Techniques
361(8)
Item of interest: Fasteners for Metal Building Construction
365(4)
The Steel Frame
369(6)
Fire Protection of the Steel Frame
375(2)
Decking
377(3)
Steel Trusses
380(3)
Tensile Structures
383(1)
Light-Gauge Steel Framing
384(1)
Pre-Engineered Metal Building Systems
384(9)
Exterior Wall Systems
393(1)
Review Questions
394(1)
Key Terms
394(1)
Activities
395(1)
Additional Resources
395(1)
Division 6 Wood, Plastics, and Composites
396(1)
Wood, Plastics, and Composites
397(34)
Learning Objectives
397(1)
Tree Species
397(1)
The Structure of Wood
398(1)
Wood Defects
399(1)
Seasoning Lumber
399(3)
Lumber Sizes
402(1)
Lumber Manufacturing
403(3)
Lumber Grading and Testing
406(8)
Physical and Chemical Composition of Wood
414(2)
Hygroscopic Properties of Wood
416(5)
Item of interest: Handling and Storing Wood Products
417(4)
Structural Properties of Wood
421(3)
Other Properties of Wood
424(1)
Pressure-Treated Wood and Plywood
425(3)
Fire-Retardant Treatments
428(1)
Review Questions
429(1)
Key Terms
430(1)
Activities
430(1)
Additional Resources
430(1)
Products Manufactured from Wood
431(28)
Learning Objectives
431(1)
Plywood and Other Panel Products
431(9)
Structural Building Components
440(5)
Wood Shingles and Shakes
445(2)
Wood Windows, Doors, and Cabinets
447(1)
Wood Flooring
448(9)
Review Questions
457(1)
Key Terms
458(1)
Activities
458(1)
Additional Resources
458(1)
Wood and Metal Light Frame Construction
459(40)
Learning Objectives
459(1)
Ordinances and Codes
459(2)
Preparing the Site
461(1)
Foundations
462(5)
Evolution of Wood Light Frame Construction
467(2)
Platform Framing
469(15)
Item of interest: Framing to Control Wind and Seismic Loads
472(12)
Wood Trusses and Joists
484(5)
Post, Plank, and Beam Framing
489(3)
Panelized Frame Construction
492(3)
Steel Framing
495(3)
Review Questions
498(1)
Key Terms
498(1)
Activities
498(1)
Additional Resources
498(1)
Heavy Timber Construction
499(20)
Learning Objectives
499(1)
Building Codes
499(2)
Fire Resistance
501(1)
Glued Laminated Construction
501(10)
Item of interest: Terminology for Metal Fasteners Used to Join Wood Members
506(5)
Solid Heavy Timber Construction
511(6)
Pole Construction
517(1)
Review Questions
518(1)
Key Terms
518(1)
Activities
518(1)
Additional Resources
518(1)
Finishing the Exterior and Interior of Light Wood Frame Buildings
519(26)
Learning Objectives
519(1)
Finishing the Exterior
519(13)
Finishing the Interior
532(4)
Interior Finish Carpentry
536(7)
Review Questions
543(1)
Key Terms
543(1)
Activities
543(1)
Additional Resources
544(1)
Paper and Paper Pulp Products
545(5)
Learning Objectives
545(1)
Manufacture of Paper
545(1)
Properties of Paper Products
546(1)
Chemical Treatments
546(1)
Paper Products Used in Construction
547(2)
Review Questions
549(1)
Key Terms
549(1)
Activities
549(1)
Additional Resources
549(1)
Plastics
550(17)
Learning Objectives
550(1)
Molecular Structure of Plastic
551(1)
Classifications
552(1)
Additives
552(1)
Properties
553(2)
Plastic Construction Materials
555(4)
Manufacturing Processes
559(3)
Review Questions
562(1)
Key Terms
562(1)
Activities
563(1)
Additional Resources
563(3)
PART V Thermal and Moisture Protection, Openings, and Finishes
Division 7 Thermal and Moisture Protection
566(1)
Thermal Insulation and Vapor Barriers
567(11)
Learning Objectives
567(1)
Thermal Insulation
567(1)
Methods of Heat Transfer
567(1)
Designating Thermal Properties
568(1)
Insulation Materials
568(7)
Item of interest: Insulating around Recessed Lights
572(3)
Vapor Barriers
575(1)
Review Questions
576(1)
Key Terms
576(1)
Activities
576(1)
Additional Resources
577(1)
Bonding Agents, Sealers, and Sealants
578(16)
Learning Objectives
578(1)
Bonding Agents
578(4)
Sealers For Exterior Materials
582(2)
Sealants
584(4)
Waterproofing Membranes And Coatings
588(1)
Item of interest: Waterproofing Tips
589(3)
Review Questions
592(1)
Key Terms
592(1)
Activities
593(1)
Additional Resources
593(1)
Bituminous Materials
594(12)
Learning Objectives
594(1)
Properties of Bitumens
594(1)
Asphalt
595(4)
Other Products Made with Bituminous Materials
599(1)
Roof Coverings
600(5)
Review Questions
605(1)
Key Terms
605(1)
Activities
605(1)
Additional Resources
605(1)
Roofing Systems
606(27)
Learning Objectives
606(1)
Building Codes
606(1)
Roofing System Materials
607(1)
Low-Slope Roof Assemblies
608(9)
Rooftop Walkways
617(1)
Flashing
617(1)
Steep-Slope Roof Assemblies
618(13)
Review Questions
631(1)
Key Terms
631(1)
Activities
631(1)
Additional Resources
631(1)
Division 8 Openings
632(1)
Glass
633(12)
Learning Objectives
633(1)
Types of Glass
633(1)
The Manufacture of Glass
633(2)
Properties of Soda-Lime-Silica Glass
635(1)
Heat Treating Glass
636(1)
Finishes
636(1)
Glass Products
637(5)
Plastic Glazing Materials
642(1)
Review Questions
643(1)
Key Terms
644(1)
Activity
644(1)
Additional Resources
644(1)
Doors, Windows, Entrances, and Storefronts
645(22)
Learning Objectives
645(1)
DOORS
645(9)
Windows
654(9)
Entrances and Storefronts
663(3)
Review Questions
666(1)
Key Terms
666(1)
Activity
666(1)
Additional Resources
666(1)
Cladding Systems
667(31)
Learning Objectives
667(1)
Cladding Design Considerations
667(5)
Performance Factors
672(3)
Curtain Wall Cladding
675(21)
Building Code Requirements
696(1)
Review Questions
696(1)
Key Terms
696(1)
Activities
696(1)
Additional Resources
696(1)
Division 9 Finishes
697(1)
Interior Finishes
698(6)
Learning Objectives
698(1)
Electrical and Mechanical Systems and the Interior Finish
698(2)
Cost
700(1)
Appearance
701(1)
Durability
701(1)
Acoustical Considerations
701(1)
Fire Considerations
702(1)
Review Questions
703(1)
Key Terms
703(1)
Protective and Decorative Coatings
704(17)
Learning Objectives
704(1)
Federal Regulations
705(1)
Composition of Coatings
705(1)
Factors Affecting Coatings
706(1)
Clear Coatings
707(3)
Opaque Coatings
710(7)
Item of interest: Lead Paint
715(2)
Special-Purpose Coatings
717(1)
Stains
717(1)
Flame Spread, Smoke, and Fuel Contributed Ratings
718(1)
Review Questions
719(1)
Key Terms
720(1)
Activities
720(1)
Additional Resources
720(1)
Gypsum, Lime, and Plaster
721(7)
Learning Objectives
721(1)
Gypsum Plaster Products
721(2)
Gypsum Board Products
723(2)
Applications
725(1)
Lime
726(1)
Cement Board
726(1)
Review Questions
727(1)
Key Terms
727(1)
Activities
727(1)
Additional Resources
727(1)
Acoustical Materials
728(11)
Learning Objectives
728(1)
Sound
728(1)
Sound Control
729(1)
Acoustical Materials
730(6)
Construction Techniques
736(1)
Controlling Sound from Vibrations
737(1)
Review Questions
737(1)
Key Terms
738(1)
Activities
738(1)
Additional Resources
738(1)
Interior Walls, Partitions, and Ceilings
739(23)
Learning Objectives
739(1)
Interior Walls and Partitions
739(2)
Interior Gypsum Wall Systems
741(8)
Plaster Wall Finishes
749(4)
Solid Gypsum Partitions
753(1)
Structural Clay Tile Partitions
754(1)
Ceramic Tile Wall Finishes
754(1)
Wood Product Wall Finishes
755(1)
Ceiling Construction
755(6)
Review Questions
761(1)
Key Terms
761(1)
Activities
761(1)
Additional Resources
761(1)
Flooring
762(14)
Learning Objectives
762(1)
Building Codes
762(1)
Wood Flooring
762(1)
Engineered and Laminate Flooring
763(1)
Resilient Flooring
764(2)
Clay Tile
766(2)
Brick Flooring and Brick and Concrete Pavers
768(1)
Concrete Floors
768(2)
Terrazzo
770(1)
Stone Floor Covering
771(1)
Other Flooring Applications
771(3)
Review Questions
774(1)
Key Terms
774(1)
Activities
774(1)
Additional Resources
775(1)
Carpeting
776(13)
Learning Objectives
776(1)
Pile Fibers
776(1)
Carpet Construction
777(1)
Woven Carpets
777(1)
Tufted Construction
778(1)
Knitted Construction
778(1)
Flocked Construction
779(1)
Fusion Bonded Construction
779(1)
Quality Specifications
779(2)
Carpet Cushions
781(1)
Installing Cushion and Carpet
782(3)
Review Questions
785(1)
Key Terms
785(1)
Activities
785(1)
Additional Resources
785(3)
PART VI Specialties, Equipment, and Furnishings
Division 10 Specialties
788(1)
Specialties
789(18)
Learning Objectives
789(1)
Visual Display Boards
789(1)
Compartments and Cubicles
789(2)
Louvers, Vents, Grilles, and Screens
791(1)
Service Wall Systems
792(1)
Wall and Corner Guards
792(1)
Access Flooring
792(1)
Pest Control
793(1)
Fireplaces and Stoves
794(1)
Manufactured Exterior Specialties
794(1)
Flagpoles
795(1)
Identifying Devices
795(1)
Pedestrian Control Devices
796(1)
Lockers and Shelving
796(1)
Fire Protection Specialties
797(2)
Protective Covers
799(1)
Postal Specialties
799(1)
Demountable Partitions
799(1)
Operable Partitions
800(1)
Exterior Protection Devices for Openings
801(1)
Telephone Specialties
801(1)
Toilet and Bath Accessories
801(2)
Scales
803(1)
Wardrobe and Closet Specialties
803(1)
Review Questions
804(1)
Key Terms
804(1)
Activity
805(1)
Additional Resources
805(1)
Division 11 Equipment
806(1)
Residential and Commercial Equipment
807(10)
Learning Objectives
807(1)
Maintenance Equipment
807(1)
Security and Ecclesiastical Equipment
807(3)
Item of interest: Security of Valuables
809(1)
Mercantile Equipment
810(1)
Solid Waste Handling Equipment
811(1)
Office Equipment
811(2)
Item of interest: Entertainment Centers
811(2)
Residential Equipment and Unit Kitchens
813(1)
Fluid Waste Treatment and Disposal Equipment
814(1)
Medical Equipment
814(1)
Review Questions
815(1)
Activity
815(1)
Additional Resources
815(1)
Division 12 Furnishings
816(1)
Furnishings
817(10)
Learning Objectives
817(1)
Artwork
817(2)
Fabrics
819(1)
Manufactured Casework
820(1)
Window Treatment
821(1)
Furniture and Accessories
821(2)
Rugs and Mats
823(1)
Multiple Seating
823(1)
Interior Plants and Planters
823(1)
Review Questions
824(1)
Key Terms
824(1)
Activity
824(1)
Additional Resources
824(2)
PART VII Special Construction and Conveying Systems
Division 13 Special Construction
826(1)
Special Construction
827(9)
Learning Objectives
827(1)
Air-Supported Structures
827(1)
Integrated Assemblies
827(1)
Special-Purpose Rooms
827(1)
Nuclear Reactors
828(1)
Pre-Engineered Structures
828(1)
Waste and Utilities Sections
828(1)
Measurement and Control Instrumentation
829(1)
Solar Energy Systems
829(2)
Wind Energy Conversion Systems
831(1)
Cogeneration Systems
831(1)
Special Security Construction
831(3)
Item of interest: Home Security Systems
832(2)
Review Questions
834(1)
Key Terms
834(1)
Activity
834(1)
Additional Resources
834(1)
Division 14 Conveying Equipment
835(1)
Conveying Systems
836(31)
Learning Objectives
836(1)
Elevator Hoistways
836(2)
Elevator Cars
838(1)
Elevator Code Standards
839(1)
Elevator Types
840(1)
Electric Passenger Elevators
840(4)
Hydraulic Elevators
844(1)
Freight Elevators
844(2)
Observation Elevators
846(1)
Residential Elevators
846(1)
Automated Transfer Systems
846(4)
Wheelchair Lifts and Stair Lifts
850(2)
Escalators
852(1)
Moving Walks and Ramps
853(1)
Other Conveying Equipment
854(1)
Shuttle Transit
854(1)
Conveyors and Pneumatic Tubes
855(2)
Cranes and Hoists
857(4)
Special-Purpose Systems
861(1)
Review Questions
862(1)
Key Terms
862(1)
Activity
863(1)
Additional Resources
863(3)
PART VIII Mechanical and Electrical
Division 21 Fire Suppression
866(1)
Fire-Suppression Systems
867(8)
Learning Objectives
867(1)
Fire Codes
867(1)
Fire-Suppression Systems
867(6)
Review Questions
873(1)
Key Term
873(1)
Activities
873(1)
Additional Resources
873(1)
Division 22 Plumbing
874(1)
Plumbing Systems
875(32)
Learning Objectives
875(1)
Plumbing Codes
875(1)
Piping, Tubing, and Fittings
875(3)
Valves
878(2)
Insulation
880(1)
Potable Water Supply
881(1)
Water Pipe Sizing
881(1)
Potable Water Distribution Systems
882(2)
Sanitary Piping
884(6)
Item of interest: Low-Pressure Sewer Systems
886(4)
Residential Sanitary Piping
890(1)
Multistory Building Sanitary Piping Systems
891(3)
Nonpotable Water Systems
894(1)
Roof Drainage
895(1)
Plumbing Fixtures
895(10)
Review Questions
905(1)
Key Terms
905(1)
Activities
905(1)
Additional Resources
905(1)
Division 23 Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning
906(1)
Heating, Air-Conditioning, Ventilation, and Refrigeration
907(62)
Learning Objectives
907(1)
HVAC Codes
907(1)
Heat Balances
907(1)
Heat Transfer
908(1)
Sensible and Latent Heat
908(1)
Human Comfort
909(1)
Ventilation
909(4)
Fuel and Energy Used for HVAC
913(3)
Warm Air Heating Equipment
916(8)
Air-Conditioning with Duct Systems
924(1)
All-Air Distribution Systems
924(5)
Types of Duct Systems
929(1)
Forced Air Duct Systems
930(2)
Supply Air Outlets and Return Air Inlets for Warm Air Heating Systems
932(5)
Humidifiers and Dehumidifiers
937(4)
Hydronic (Hot Water) Heating Systems
941(3)
Pipe Systems for Water Heating and Cooling
944(1)
Steam Heating Systems
944(1)
Boilers
945(6)
Terminal Equipment for Hot Water and Steam Heating Systems
951(5)
Chilled Water Cooling Systems for Large Buildings
956(1)
Centrifugal Chillers
956(1)
The Absorption Chiller Refrigeration System
957(3)
Positive Displacement Chillers
960(1)
Evaporative Air Coolers
961(1)
Radiant Heating and Cooling
962(2)
Electric Heating Systems
964(1)
Review Questions
965(1)
Key Terms
966(1)
Activities
966(1)
Additional Resources
967(1)
Division 26 Electrical
968(1)
Electrical Equipment and Systems
969(42)
Learning Objectives
969(1)
Electrical Loads
969(1)
Basics of Electricity
969(2)
Power and Energy
971(1)
Electrical Codes
971(1)
Electric Power Sources
971(3)
On-Site Power Generation
974(1)
Electrical Power Conductors
975(1)
Raceways
976(4)
Meters
980(1)
Motor Control Centers
981(1)
Transformers
981(2)
Switches
983(3)
Overcurrent Protection Devices
986(2)
Switchgear and Switchboards
988(1)
Panelboards
989(1)
Electrical Supply
989(3)
Electrical Distribution Systems in Buildings
992(1)
Lighting
993(5)
Item of interest: Choosing Light and Color
996(2)
Lighting-Related Measurements
998(2)
Lighting Systems
1000(1)
Types of Lamps
1001(6)
Item of interest: Low-Mercury Fluorescent Lamp
1002(3)
Item of interest: Plug-In Electrical Testers
1005(2)
Review Questions
1007(1)
Key Terms
1008(1)
Activities
1008(1)
Additional Resources
1009(1)
Division 28 Electronic Safety and Security
1010(1)
Electronic Safety and Security
1011(30)
Learning Objectives
1011(1)
Security Systems
1011(1)
Automatic Fire-Suppression and Supervisory Systems
1011(3)
Review Questions
1014(1)
Key Terms
1014(1)
Activities
1014(1)
Additional Resources
1014(1)
Appendixes
Appendix A: Divison 1 General Requirements
1015(4)
Appendix B: U.S. and Canadian Professional and Technical Organizations
1019(14)
Appendix C: Metric Information
1033(2)
Appendix D: Weights of Building Materials
1035(2)
Appendix E: Names and Atomic Symbols of Selected Chemical Elements
1037(2)
Appendix F: Coefficients of Thermal Expansion for Selected Construction Materials
1039(2)
Glossary1041(20)
Index1061
William P. Spence is Dean of the College of Technology as well as Professor of Construction Engineering Technology emeritus at Pittsburgh State University, KS.

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