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ARCHITECTURAL & URBAN ENGINEERING
GENERAL - Introduction
Environmental
Design/Energy
CONSTRUCTION WATERPROOFING
HANDBOOK
Second Edition
by Michael T. Kubal
2008 / Hardcover / 576 pages
ISBN: 978-0-07-148973-7
(A Professional Reference Title)
Fully updated to include new techniques for mold remediation,
Construction Waterproofing Handbook simplifies the critical task of
keeping a building's envelope watertight. It begins with a tutorial on
basic waterproofing concepts and materials, then moves on to the
particulars of designing and installing systems in commercial, industrial,
and residential structures. Written by a renowned expert and
popular author on the subject, this comprehensive guide provides key
information on such matters as quality assurance, admixtures, expansion
joints, testing, and safety. Because of recent natural disasters,
clients are more concerned with waterproofing than ever. Construction
Waterproofing Handbook provides everything you'll need to complete
the most demanding projects with confidence and within budget.
CONTENTS
Chapter 1. Waterproofing Principles – The Building Envelope
Chapter 2. Below-Grade Waterproofing
Chapter 3. Above-Grade Waterproofing
Chapter 4. Residential Waterproofing
Chapter 5. Sealants
Chapter 6. Expansion Joints
Chapter 7. Admixtures
Chapter 8. Remedial Waterproofing
Chapter 9. Mold
Chapter 10. The Building Envelope: Putting It All Together
Chapter 11. Life Cycles: Quality, Maintenance, and Warranties
Chapter 12. Envelope Testing
Chapter 13. Leak Investigation and Detection
Chapter 14. Safety
Chapter 15. Guide Specifications for Waterproofing
Chapter 16. Resources
Glossary
Index
International Edition
PASSIVE AND ACTIVE ENVIRONMENTAL
CONTROLS
by Dean Heerwagen, University of Washington
2004 / 512 pages
ISBN: 978-0-07-292228-8 (with Bind-In Sub Card) [Out-of-Print]
ISBN: 978-0-07-123678-2 [IE]
www.mcgrawhillengineeringcs.com
CONTENTS
1 An Introduction to the Environmental Control of Buildings
2 The Basics of Heat Transfer
3 Establishing Thermal Comfort
4 Weather and Climate
5 Guidelines and Other Approximations for Creating Buildings with
Good Thermal Performances
6 The “Physics” of Light
7 What Do We See?
8 The Sky as a Light Source
9 Guidelines and Other Directives for Creating Buildings with Good
Daylighting
10 The “Fundamentals” of Sound
11 Hearing and Speech
12 Noise Presence in the Built and Natural Environments
13 Guidelines for Controlling Sound and Noise in the Built
Environment
Appendices:
A - Mechanical (HVAC) Systems for Buildings
B - Small-Building HVAC Systems and Related Issues
C - Services and Systems for Achieving Fire Safety and Protection
D - Electrical Systems for Buildings. E Plumbing Systems in
Buildings
BE A SUCCESSFUL GREEN LAND
DEVELOPER
by R. Dodge Woodson
2009 (November 2008) / Softcover / 360 pages
ISBN: 978-0-07-159259-8
(A Professional Reference Title)
Bestselling author R. Dodge Woodson brings the growing number of
options available for developing land without doing harm to natural
areas. In this comprehensive guide, he explains how such building
techniques will increase sales, improve the bottom line, and help
sustain the environment. Be a Successful Green Land Developer
addresses all the practical issues that arise when embarking upon
green building projects. It explains every aspect of the subject, from
getting started in the green building business to mastering green
terminology to making money with green methods. Learn how to
understand zoning requirements, covenants, and restrictions…write
winning proposals…and expand business. The book also examines
20 common mistakes and how to avoid them.
Green construction is here to stay. Use Be a Successful Green Land
Developer as a roadmap to profits and growth in this exciting new
realm of business.
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