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  • Facadesby Ulrich Knaack; Tillman Klein; Marcel Bilow; Thomas Auer

    Springer 2007; US$ 39.95

    Facades determine the appearance of a building. Thus they have a very important role to play in architecture. At the same time, the building envelope has important functions to fulfill, including lighting, weatherproofing, thermal isolation, load distribution, and sound insulation, to name only the most important. In the last fifteen years, facades... more...

  • Fundamentals of Research Methodology and Statisticsby Y.K. Singh

    New Age International Pvt. Ltd., Publishers 2006; US$ 20.00

    The book approaches research from a perspective different from that taken in other educational research textbooks. The goal is to show educators that the application of research principles can make them more effective in their job of promoting learning. The basic point is that we do not have to stop teaching to do research; research is something we... more...

  • Microsoft Operations Framework 4.0by Clare Henry; David Pultorak; Paul Leenards

    Van Haren Publishing 2008; US$ 20.00

    Microsoft® Operations Framework Microsoft® Operations Framework (MOF) 4.0 was delivered in 2008 and delivers practical guidance for everyday IT practices and activities, helping users establish and implement reliable, cost-effective IT services. It encompasses the entire IT lifecycle by integrating: Community-generated processes for planning, delivering,... more...

  • Research Methods for Constructionby Richard F. Fellows; Anita M. M. Liu

    Wiley 2009; US$ 42.99

    This is one of the few books to provide guidance on research formulation, methodologies, and methods specifically for construction students. The third edition has been updated throughout and extended in scope to cover many areas of concern in quantitative and qualitative research, including research ethics. Three main sections - producing a proposal;... more...

  • Managing Knowledge in the Construction Industryby Alexander Styhre

    Taylor and Francis 2009; US$ 155.00

    Knowledge management presents a new way of understanding organizations and companies, and is especially suited to sophisticated and highly technical firms and operations such as those in the construction industry.  This new book draws on hard data from three separate research programs in Sweden and shows how the concept of knowledge can make sense... more...

  • Roof Cooling Techniquesby Jose Luis Molina; Evyatar Erell; Simos Yannas

    Taylor and Francis 2013; US$ 105.00

    Natural heating and cooling of buildings helps to improve energy efficiency in the built environment. This book considers the principles of roof design and specific systems and cooling techniques. The authors explain the fundamental principles of roof cooling and describe in detail the relevant components, applications, built precedents, recent experimental... more...

  • Collaborative Construction Information Managementby Geoffrey Shen; Peter Brandon; Andrew Baldwin

    Taylor and Francis 2009; US$ 135.00

    Most construction projects are large and costly. Collaborative working involves two or more stakeholders sharing their efforts and resources to complete the project more effectively and efficiently. Collaborative, integrative and multi-disciplinary teams can tackle the complex issues involved in creating a viable built environment. This tends... more...

  • Inside the Civano Project (GreenSource Books) (e-book)by Al Nichols; Jason Laros

    McGraw-Hill Education 2009; US$ 69.95

    A first-hand account of all aspects involved in creating a sustainable neighborhood development This new GreenSource book offers a complete look at Civano, the nation's largest sustainable mixed-use community located in the southeast part of Tucson, Arizona. Civano comprises four neighborhoods with the capacity to house over 2,600 families. ... more...

  • Writing a Built Environment Dissertationby Peter Farrell

    Wiley 2011; US$ 37.95

    As a built environment student you are likely to be required to research, write and submit a dissertation as a core component of your degree studies. As a vocational profession, students of the built environment often have strong practical aspirations. Writing a Built Environment Dissertation provides practical guidance and will help to steer you... more...

  • Building Stone Wallsby Charles McRaven

    Storey Publishing, LLC 1999; US$ 3.95

    Since 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence... more...