Materials and Methods (Paperback)

Written by Caleb Hornbostel, this course presents a comprehensive review of modern building materials and methods used in architectural structures. The topics covered in the nine lessons of this course include: Site work; Concrete; Masonry; Wood; Metals; Moisture and thermal protection; Doors, windows, and glass; Finish work; Vertical transportation; Consideration is given to safety, economy, practicality, durability, and architectural expression. Also included are examples of construction methods, specifications, and potential defects. The course contains detailed illustrations and diagrams, a helpful bibliography, an extensive glossary of construction terms, and an index. Each lesson concludes with a short review quiz, and the course also contains a major simulated exam. Complete explanations of all quiz and examination answers are included.