Construction Technology for Builders

Half Title page
Title page
Imprint page
Brief Contents
Contents
Guide to the text
Guide to the online resources
Australian standard units of measure
Introduction
About the author
Acknowledgements
Unit conversion table
List of figures
Colour palette for technical drawings
Part 1: Codes and standards
	Chapter 1: Building codes and standards
		Introduction
		The NCC classes of buildings
		Accessing and interpreting codes and standards
		Review design solutions for effectiveness and compliance
		Fire protection
	Chapter 2: Legal requirements for building and construction projects
		Introduction
		Builder licensing or registration
		WHS legislation and provisions on site
		Legal requirements relevant to construction
		Insurance and regulatory requirements
		Financial transactions
		Building contract obligations
		Industrial relations policy
		Dispute resolution
	Chapter 3: Construction contracts
		Introduction
		Business contracts: the essentials
		Selecting a contract
		Contract preparation
	Chapter 4: Work health and safety
		Introduction
		Areas of potential risk
		Inspecting and reporting on areas of specific risk
		Implementation of control measures
		Communication and educational programs
	Chapter 5: Plans and specifications
		Introduction
		Types of drawings and their purposes
		Common symbols, abbreviations and terminology
		Key features of site plans
		Key features of working drawings
		Specifications: how to read and interpret
		Specifications: the non-structural elements
	Chapter 6: On-site supervision
		Introduction
		Payments, claims and general contract administration
		Communications: the supervisor’s role
		Quality control
		Final administration: towards the completed project
	Chapter 7: Business disputes
		Introduction
		Evaluating the information and developing dispute resolution procedures
		Investigate disputes and resolution strategies: negotiating with parties
		Resolution: identifying the opportunities
Part 2: Business preparation
	Chapter 8: Tender documentation
		Introduction
		Contracts and risks
		Tender preparation
		The supporting documentation
		The completed document
		Company endorsement
	Chapter 9: Small business finances
		Introduction
		Implement a financial plan
		Monitor financial performance
Part 3: Design considerations
	Chapter 10: Site surveys and set out procedures
		Introduction
		Levelling devices: set up and use
		Setting out: techniques and calculations
		Topography
		Longitudinal sections: pipelines and drainage
	Chapter 11: Simple building sketches and drawings
		Introduction
		Preparing to make sketches and drawings
		Creating simple sketches and drawings
		Notating and processing drawings
Part 4: Structures
	Chapter 12: Structural principles
		Introduction
		Structural principles: the basics
		Structural principles: loads
		Moments and force system solutions
		Bracing systems
		Truss systems: floor and roof components
		Material properties: influence upon structural performance
		Structural characteristics of common building elements
		Structural principles in demolition
	Chapter 13: Applying structural principles to low-rise constructions
		Introduction
		The National Construction Code
		Planning for structural integrity
		The footings
		Flooring systems
		Wall systems
		Roofing systems
		Windows and wall cladding
Part 5: Sustainability
	Chapter 14: Thermal efficiency and sustainability
		Introduction
		Apply legislative and planning requirements for thermal efficiency
		Reviewing the design: effectiveness and compliance
		Construction management: ensuring the outcome
	Chapter 15: Minimising waste
		Introduction
		Waste management strategies
		Waste management and procurement
		Waste management and the building process
Appendix 1: Home building contract for work over $20,000
Appendix 2: Project specifications
Appendix 3: Bob’s Carpentry business plan (excerpt)
Appendix 4: More complex force systems: further solution examples
Appendix 5: Waste management plan template
Glossary
Index