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Construction methods for civil engineering second edition is written for tertiary students who are studying towards a National Diploma or bachelor's degree in civil engineering. It introduces the fundamental concepts related to various forms of construction and is essential for anyone looking to gain a firm grounding in construction methods within the field of civil engineering in general. Construction methods for civil engineering second edition bridges the gap between school and university by explaining, in plain language, the fundamentals of civil engineering through practical examples and everyday concepts. This edition has been fully revised. It has in-depth explanations of various civil engineering concepts and acknowledges the major shift of focus towards Expanded public works programmes and employment creation. Furthermore, it encourages students to access virtual information through recommended websites and other sources of information. Civil engineering concepts are related to situations encountered in the field to enhance understanding of these concepts.

Table of Contents:
Earthworks. Introduction; Site clearance; Setting out the site; Definitions; Foundations; Foundation types; Choosing foundation types; Determining the nature and bearing capacity of soil; Excavations; Timbering; Basic timbering excavation terminology; Trench excavation safety: Causes of collapses; Excavating basements; Retaining walls; Construction plant; Excavation plant; Earth-moving plant; Compaction plant. Structures. Introduction; Structural forms; Structural steel forms; Precast concrete forms; Scaffolding; Formwork; Concrete placing and compaction; Brickwork bonding; Summary. Road engineering. Introduction; Road terminology; Geometric design of roads; Pavement construction; Rigid concrete pavements; Road drainage; Accommodating services. Dams. Introduction; Definitions; The reason dams are built; Dam feasibility study; Dam types; Embankment (earth) dam design; Concrete dam design; Dam construction; Water conservation; Summary. Bridges. Introduction; Types of bridges; Bridge design components; Criteria for designing a bridge; Bridge materials; Reinforced concrete vs structural steel; Prestressed concrete; Foundations. Tunnels. Introduction; Definitions; Tunnelling; Summary. Harbours. Introduction; Definitions; Functions of a harbour; Types of harbours; Harbour structures and facilities. Railways. Introduction; The permanent way; Definitions; Rails; Sleepers; Fastenings; Ballast; Formation; Turnouts and crossings; Grades: Grade requirements; Track maintenance; Summary. Airports. Introduction; Definitions; Airport master plan; Airport structure; Pavement structure; Drainage. Safety. Introduction; Machinery and Occupational Safety Act; Protective clothing; Workman's Compensation Amendment Act 206; National Occupational Safety Association (NOSA). Drainage. Introduction; Definitions; Drainage materials; Surface drainage (rain water); Pipe and gutter sizing; Private sewers; Pipe connections; Soak-aways; Principles of good drainage; Sub-surface drainage; Channels; Culverts; Water supply and sewerage systems; Summary. Labour-enhanced construction (LEC). Introduction; Labour-enhanced construction (LEC); Summary.

About the Author :
Errol van Amsterdam is a former lecturer at Cape Peninsula University of Technology and is the owner and Managing Director of C2C Consulting Engineers. He holds a master's degree in Engineering Management and is the author of Construction Materials for Civil Engineering Second Edition.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9780702197703
  • Publisher: Juta & Company Ltd
  • Publisher Imprint: Juta Legal and Academic Publishers
  • Height: 210 mm
  • No of Pages: 260
  • Returnable: N
  • Weight: 571 gr
  • ISBN-10: 070219770X
  • Publisher Date: 22 Nov 2013
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Returnable: N
  • Width: 148 mm


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