Construction Methods and Planning

Description

This second edition of John Illingworth's popular book provides a thorough introduction to the selection of construction materials, their planning and organisation on site. The author has distilled a lifetime's experience of construction into a readily accessible guide for students of construction management and managers working in the industry. Thoroughly revised and updated, Construction Methods and Planning Second Edition, takes a practical, down to earth approach and features numerous examples and illustrations taken from real situations and sites. It has long been a common belief that the planning of construction methods cannot be taught, only learnt by experience. While knowledge gained from experience is an essential part of professional development, in this book John Illingworth has provided a practical induction to construction methods and planning which will be invaluable for students, young professionals and contractors. In Part One, the main factors which determine the planning of construction methods - site inspections, the site itself, temporary works, design, cost concepts and selection of plant and methods - are discussed. In Part Two, the application of these tools is presented, covering foundations and basements, in situ and precast concrete structures, steel frames, cladding, internal and external works, waste, methods statements, contract planning control and claims. The author provides an extension of the concept of 'buildability' and new chapters on facade retention and the refurbishment of domestic accommodation.

"comprehensible and well-illustrated coverage of up-to-date construction methods" - The Architects' Journal "It will become a standard text for building and architecture degrees, and will also be a useful reference in builders' and other professional offices" - The Architects' Journal "...a valuable reference resource and should be highly recommended to students and young engineers working in the building and construction industry. It fills an obvious gap in the market place." - Construction and Building Materials "...an excellent source of reference for first-degree students in building construction management, building studies, civil engineering, and architecture." - Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering "...thoroughly recommended to inform and advise on the factors involved in erecting modern buildings." - CIOB Information Digest "...the book has a wider readership potential than advertised...well set out text with many photographs and good clear diagrams...much in the book that will also be of interest to designers." - Structural Survey