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Construction Engineering Design Calculations and Rules of Thumb
1st Edition - September 1, 2016
Author: Ruwan Abey Rajapakse
Paperback ISBN:9780128092446
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eBook ISBN:9780128094990
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Construction Engineering Calculations and Rules of Thumb begins with a brief, but rigorous, introduction to the mathematics behind the equations that is followed by self-contained… Read more
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Construction Engineering Calculations and Rules of Thumb begins with a brief, but rigorous, introduction to the mathematics behind the equations that is followed by self-contained chapters concerning applications for all aspects of construction engineering. Design examples with step-by-step solutions, along with a generous amount of tables, schematics, and calculations are provided to facilitate more accurate solutions through all phases of a project, from planning, through construction and completion.
Includes easy-to-read and understand tables, schematics, and calculations
Presents examples with step-by-step calculations in both US and SI metric units
Provides users with an illustrated, easy-to-understand approach to equations and calculation methods
Construction Engineering, Structural Engineers, Civil Engineers, and Architectural Engineers
Chapter 1: Construction—General Introduction
Abstract
1.1 History of Construction
1.2 Building Construction
1.3 Steel Erection
1.4 Moving and Lifting of Material (Rigging)
Chapter 2: Site Work
Abstract
2.1 Permanent and Temporary Site Work
2.2 Site Clearing
2.3 Demolition of Existing Structures and Utilities
2.4 Mass Grading
2.5 Fine Grading
2.6 Temporary Drainage
2.7 Erosion and Sediment Control
2.8 Surveying
2.9 Sheet Piles
2.10 Soil Stabilization
2.11 Site Work—Permanent Construction
2.12 Permanent Drainage
2.13 Construction of Utilities (Water Pipes, Sewer Pipes, Electrical Conduits)
2.14 Landscaping
Chapter 3: Concrete Construction
Abstract
3.1 Cement, Fine Aggregates, and Coarse Aggregates
3.2 Pozzolans
3.3 Concrete Admixtures
3.4 Concrete Slump Test
3.5 Concrete Cylinders
3.6 Splitting Tensile Strength Test
3.7 Mixing, Transportation, and Placement of Concrete (ACI 304R)
24.2 Components of Temporary Traffic Control Zones
24.3 Development of a TTC Plan
24.4 Hand Signaling Devices
Chapter 25: Construction Management
Abstract
25.1 General Introduction to Construction Management
25.2 Design Drawings
25.3 Specifications
25.4 Bidding Process
25.5 Construction Project Manager Working for a General Contractor
25.6 Duties of a Construction Project Manager
25.7 Construction Management Firms
25.8 Start of a Project
25.9 Emergency Contact Numbers
25.10 Progress Meetings
25.11 Baseline Schedule
25.12 Monthly Look Ahead Schedules
25.13 Safety at Workplace
25.14 Security of Workplace
25.15 Photos of Existing Conditions
25.16 Qualification of Staff
25.17 Permits
25.18 Cleanliness
25.19 Request for Information
25.20 Shop Drawings
25.21 Change Orders
Chapter 26: Case Studies
Abstract
26.1 Case Study 1
26.2 Case Study 2
Index
No. of pages: 474
Language: English
Published: September 1, 2016
Imprint: Butterworth-Heinemann
Paperback ISBN: 9780128092446
eBook ISBN: 9780128094990
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Ruwan Abey Rajapakse
Ruwan Rajapakse is presently a project manager for STV Incorporated, one of the most prominent design firms in New York City. He has extensive experience in design and construction of piles and other geotechnical engineering work. He is a licensed professional engineer (PE) in New York and New Jersey and a certified construction manager (CCM). He is currently an adjunct professor at New Jersey Institute of Technology conducting the graduate level geotechnical engineering course. He is the author of four books including Geotechnical Engineering Calculations and Rule of Thumb and Pile Design and Construction Rules of Thumb by Butterworth-Heinemann.
Affiliations and expertise
Practicing Civil Engineer and Construction Manager, New York, NY, USA and New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, NJ, USA