Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Simplified Design of Masonry Structures by James Ambrose Provides a guide to masonry as a structural, rather than decorative material. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A complete, accessible introduction to structural masonryfundamentals. This practical volume provides a thorough grounding in the designof masonry structures for buildings --with clear and easy-to-graspcoverage of basic materials, construction systems, building codes,industry standards, and simple computations for structural elementsof commonly used forms of masonry. Well-written and carefullyorganized, the book: * Includes all principal types of masonry materials: brick, stone,fired clay, concrete block, glass block, and more * Contains information on unreinforced, reinforced, and veneeredconstruction * Examines key design criteria: dead loads, live loads, lateralloads, structural planning, building code requirements, andperformance measurement * Features helpful study aids --including exercises and solutions,glossary of terms, bibliography, and detailed appendices. Requiring only minimal prior experience in engineering analysis ordesign, Simplified Design of Masonry Structures is ideal forself-study or classroom use. It is an essential reference forarchitecture and engineering students and professionals. Back Cover A complete, accessible introduction to structural masonry fundamentals. This practical volume provides a thorough grounding in the design of masonry structures for buildings --with clear and easy-to-grasp coverage of basic materials, construction systems, building codes, industry standards, and simple computations for structural elements of commonly used forms of masonry. Well-written and carefully organized, the book: Includes all principal types of masonry materials: brick, stone, fired clay, concrete block, glass block, and more Contains information on unreinforced, reinforced, and veneered construction Examines key design criteria: dead loads, live loads, lateral loads, structural planning, building code requirements, and performance measurement Features helpful study aids --including exercises and solutions, glossary of terms, bibliography, and detailed appendices. Requiring only minimal prior experience in engineering analysis or design, Simplified Design of Masonry Structures is ideal for self-study or classroom use. It is an essential reference for architecture and engineering students and professionals. Flap A complete, accessible introduction to structural masonry fundamentals. This practical volume provides a thorough grounding in the design of masonry structures for buildings --with clear and easy-to-grasp coverage of basic materials, construction systems, building codes, industry standards, and simple computations for structural elements of commonly used forms of masonry. Well-written and carefully organized, the book: Includes all principal types of masonry materials: brick, stone, fired clay, concrete block, glass block, and more Contains information on unreinforced, reinforced, and veneered construction Examines key design criteria: dead loads, live loads, lateral loads, structural planning, building code requirements, and performance measurement Features helpful study aids --including exercises and solutions, glossary of terms, bibliography, and detailed appendices. Requiring only minimal prior experience in engineering analysis or design, Simplified Design of Masonry Structures is ideal for self-study or classroom use. It is an essential reference for architecture and engineering students and professionals. Author Biography James Ambrose is Editor of the Parker/Ambrose Series of Simplified Design Guides. He has practiced as an architect in California and Illinois, and as a structural engineer in Illinois. He recently retired as professor of architecture at the University of Southern California. Table of Contents Materials for Masonry Construction. Types of Masonry Construction. Brick Masonry. Masonry with Concrete Units. Stone Masonry. Miscellaneous Masonry Construction. Use of Structural Masonry for Buildings. General Concerns for Building Structures. Building Structures: Design Examples. Appendices. Study Aids. Glossary. Bibliography. Index. Long Description A complete, accessible introduction to structural masonry fundamentals. This practical volume provides a thorough grounding in the design of masonry structures for buildings with clear and easy-to-grasp coverage of basic materials, construction systems, building codes, industry standards, and simple computations for structural elements of commonly used forms of masonry. Well-written and carefully organized, the book: Includes all principal types of masonry materials: brick, stone, fired clay, concrete block, glass block, and more Contains information on unreinforced, reinforced, and veneered construction Examines key design criteria: dead loads, live loads, lateral loads, structural planning, building code requirements, and performance measurement Features helpful study aids including exercises and solutions, glossary of terms, bibliography, and detailed appendices. Requiring only minimal prior experience in engineering analysis or design, Simplified Design of Masonry Structures is ideal for self-study or classroom use. It is an essential reference for architecture and engineering students and professionals. Feature Includes the ingredients of the principal classes of masonry materials and the types of construction in which they are used. Highlights design criteria such as code requirements and performance criteria. Provides examples of materials from various available sources. Includes references and practical study aids which facilitate home-study use by readers. Details ISBN0471179884 Pages 224 Language English ISBN-10 0471179884 ISBN-13 9780471179887 Media Book Format Paperback Year 1997 Imprint John Wiley & Sons Inc Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States DEWEY 693.1 Illustrations Ill. Short Title SIMPLIFIED DESIGN OF MASONRY S Edition 1st Edition Description Revised DOI 10.1604/9780471179887 Series Number 26 UK Release Date 1997-03-07 AU Release Date 1997-02-06 NZ Release Date 1997-02-06 Author James Ambrose Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc Series Parker/Ambrose Series of Simplified Design Guides Publication Date 1997-03-07 Alternative 9780471524397 Audience Undergraduate US Release Date 1997-03-07 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:1453257;
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ISBN-13: 9780471179887
Book Title: Simplified Design of Masonry Structures
ISBN: 9780471179887
Subject Area: Building Services Engineering
Item Height: 253 mm
Item Width: 177 mm
Series: Parker/Ambrose Series of Simplified Design Guides
Author: James Ambrose
Publication Name: Simplified Design of Masonry Structures
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons INC International Concepts
Publication Year: 1997
Type: Textbook
Item Weight: 408 g
Number of Pages: 224 Pages