Fundamentals of Residential Construction by Allen, Edward -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

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COVER TITLEPAGE COPYRIGHT PREFACE ONLINE RESOURCES ACKNOWLEDGMENTS PART ONE: CONTEXT FOR BUILDING

CHAPTER 1: THE CONTEXT FOR RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION

1.1 History 1.2 A Culture of Building 1.3 Construction Systems 1.4 Types of Residential Development 1.5 Zoning Ordinances, Building Codes, and Other Legal Constraints 1.6 Building Costs and Financing 1.7 Building a House: The Typical Process 1.8 MasterFormat Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 2: SUSTAINABILITY ASPECTS OF CONSTRUCTION

2.1 Why Sustainability Matters for Buildings 2.2 Environmental Responsibility: Building Green 2.3 Comprehensive Certification Systems Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 3: THE CONSTRUCTION COMMUNITY: BUILDERS, CONTRACTORS, AND DEVELOPERS

3.1 History 3.2 Builders and Contractors 3.3 Obtaining Work 3.4 The Residential Developer 3.5 Training the Construction Community 3.6 Green Builders, Contractors, Remodelers, and Developers 3.7 Tools of the Trade 3.8 Safety Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 4: THE DESIGN COMMUNITY

4.1 History 4.2 Residential Designers 4.3 Consultants 4.4 The Design Process 4.5 Design Sources 4.6 Communication between Designer and Builder 4.7 Green Designers Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

PART TWO: MATERIALS

CHAPTER 5: WOOD AND WOOD PRODUCTS

5.1 Trees 5.2 Lumber 5.3 Wood Products 5.4 Chemical Treatment 5.5 Wood Fasteners 5.6 Wood-Manufactured Building Components 5.7 Types of Wood Construction Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 6: MASONRY

6.1 History 6.2 Mortar 6.3 Concrete Masonry 6.4 Brick Masonry 6.5 Stone Masonry 6.6 Other Types of Masonry Units 6.7 Special Problems of Masonry Construction Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 7: CONCRETE

7.1 History 7.2 Cement and Concrete 7.3 Making and Placing Concrete 7.4 Formwork 7.5 Reinforcing 7.6 ACI 301 Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

PART THREE: WOOD LIGHT FRAME HOUSE CONSTRUCTION

CHAPTER 8: ROUGH SITE WORK

8.1 Design Considerations 8.2 Organizing the Site for Construction 8.3 Site Preparation 8.4 Excavation 8.5 Site Utilities 8.6 Surface Water Drainage 8.7 Grading Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 9: FOUNDATIONS

9.1 Foundation Loads 9.2 Foundation Settlement 9.3 Soils 9.4 Designing Foundations 9.5 Footings 9.6 Concrete Foundation Walls 9.7 Concrete Masonry Foundation Walls 9.8 Concrete Slab Foundations 9.9 Wood Foundations 9.10 Precast Concrete Foundations 9.11 Pier Foundations 9.12 Anchor Bolts and Hold-Downs 9.13 Drainage and Waterproofing 9.14 Foundation Insulation 9.15 Backfilling 9.16 Foundation Design and the Building Codes Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 10: FLOOR AND WALL FRAMING

10.1 History 10.2 The Platform Frame 10.3 Building the Frame Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 11: ROOF FRAMING

11.1 History 11.2 Roof Types and Parts 11.3 Building the Roof 11.4 Wood Framing and the Building Codes 11.5 The Uniqueness of Wood Light Frame Construction Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 12: FINISHING THE ROOF

12.1 Preparation for Roofing 12.2 Roof Slope 12.3 Steep Roofs 12.4 Low-Slope Roofs 12.5 Roof Edge Details 12.6 Roof Drainage 12.7 Roofing and the Building Codes Exercises Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 13: WINDOWS AND EXTERIOR DOORS

13.1 Windows 13.2 Exterior Doors Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 14: FINISHING THE EXTERIOR WALLS

14.1 The Weather Barrier Membrane 14.2 Exterior Trim 14.3 Siding 14.4 Exterior Paints and Coatings 14.5 Ladders and Scaffolds Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 15: PLUMBING

15.1 Plumbing Basics 15.2 Planning for Pipes 15.3 Rough-in Plumbing 15.4 Finish Plumbing 15.5 Plumbing Codes 15.6 Other Piping Systems Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 16: HEATING AND COOLING

16.1 Choosing a System 16.2 Forced-Air Systems 16.3 Radiant Panel Systems 16.4 Other Hydronic Heating Systems 16.5 Ductless, Mini-Split Heat Pumps 16.6 Local Source Heaters 16.7 Finishing a Heating/Cooling System 16.8 Heating and Cooling Systems and the Building Codes Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 17: FIREPLACES AND STOVES

17.1 Selecting a Fireplace 17.2 Planning for Fireplace Construction 17.3 The Masonry Fireplace 17.4 Masonry Heaters 17.5 Factory-Built Fireplaces 17.6 Freestanding Stoves 17.7 Fireplaces and the Building Codes Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 18: ELECTRICAL WIRING

18.1 Wiring Basics 18.2 Electrical System Design 18.3 Rough-in Electrical Installation 18.4 Finish Electrical Work 18.5 Electrical Wiring and the Building Codes 18.6 Low-Voltage Wiring Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 19: THERMAL INSULATION

19.1 The Thermal Envelope and Its Components 19.2 Thermal Insulation Materials 19.3 How Much Insulation? 19.4 Installation of Insulation 19.5 Control of Water Vapor 19.6 Ventilation of Cavities 19.7 Control of Air Infiltration Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 20: INTERIOR SURFACES

20.1 Wall and Ceiling Finish 20.2 Finish Flooring Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 21: FINISHING THE INTERIOR

21.1 Interior Doors 21.2 Cabinets 21.3 Finish Carpentry and Trim 21.4 Paints and Coatings Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 22: FINISH SITEWORK

22.1 Paving Systems 22.2 Level Changes 22.3 Porches and Decks 22.4 Finish Grading 22.5 Fencing 22.6 Outdoor Lighting 22.7 Irrigation 22.8 Planting Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

PART FOUR: ALTERNATIVE CONSTRUCTION SYSTEMS

CHAPTER 23: PANELIZED AND PREFABRICATED CONSTRUCTION

23.1 The Concept of Prefabricated and Panelized Construction 23.2 Types of Panels 23.3 Framed Panel Systems 23.4 Structural Insulated Panels 23.5 Prefabricated (Factory-Built) House Construction Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 24: TIMBER FRAME CONSTRUCTION

24.1 The Uniqueness of the Timber Frame 24.2 Materials and Structure of the Timber Frame 24.3 Building a Timber Frame House 24.4 Timber Framing and the Building Codes Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 25: LOADBEARING MASONRY AND CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION

25.1 Loadbearing Masonry 25.2 Insulating Concrete Forms Revierw Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 26: LIGHT-GAUGE STEEL CONSTRUCTION

26.1 Light-Gauge Steel Frame Construction Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

CHAPTER 27: LOW-TECH, LOW-ENERGY CONSTRUCTION

27.1 Earthen Construction 27.2 Stacked Log Construction 27.3 Straw Bale Construction Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

PART FIVE: MULTIFAMILY BUILDING CONSTRUCTION

CHAPTER 28: MULTIFAMILY CONSTRUCTION SYSTEMS

28.1 History 28.2 Special Issues 28.3 Foundations 28.4 Framing 28.5 Acoustical Separation 28.6 Fire Protection 28.7 Systems 28.8 Accessibility 28.9 Site Management Review Questions Exercises Key Terms and Concepts Web Links Selected References

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