Introduction to Building

Introduction to building (4th edition) by Derek Osbourn and Roger Greeno is a new book that is now available for loan from the Learning Centre.

"The fourth edition of Introduction to Building is an authoritative overview of the many design and practical considerations associated with the creation and maintenance of buildings. It has been updated to include current legislation and new government guidelines.

This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the various aspects of building and development from initial planning and design through contract procurement to construction. With regard to maintenance and repair of existing buildings, traditional construction procedures are retained from the previous editions.

Key features:

• clear and concise text, supplemented with comprehensive illustrations
• references to relevant statutes, current Building and Construction Regulations, British and European Standards
• new illustrations have been added where appropriate and existing illustrations have been modified with dur regard for established techniques
• updated information on new construction, with regard to fuel conservation and control of carbon emissions
• topics covered include the requirements of a building: appearance, durability, dimensional suitability, strength and stability, weather exclusion, sound control, thermal comfort, fire protection, lighting and ventilating, sanitation and drainage, security, cost, building processes, building team, communication and construction methods
• updated references to contractual procedures and revised Joint Contracts Tribunal forms

Introduction to Building is recommended for students of all construction-related courses, including architecture, building technology, construction management, building surveying, quantity surveying, estate and facilities management." -- back cover