Mitchell's Introduction to Building (Mitchells Building Series) - Softcover

Osbourn, The Late Derek; Greeno, Roger

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0582302005 ISBN 13: 9780582302006

Publisher: Longman, 1997

Synopsis

Introduction to Building, originally written by Derek Osbourn, forms the foundation of the Mitchell's Building Series. This second edition has been revised and updated by Roger Greeno and retains its authoritative overview of the many and varied processes involved in the creation of a building. It provides a greater perspective of construction procedures and incorporates detailed interpretation of construction practice to current legislative standards.

Introduction to Building is a core course text for undergraduate and HNC/D courses in building, estate management, surveying, architecture.

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About the Author

Derek Osbourn was Head of the School of Architecture and Interior Design at the Polytechnic of North London, and an examiner in design for the Royal Institute of British Architects. Roger Greeno is a consultant, examiner and established author of many construction papers and publications, with extensive experience in further and higher education; he formerly lectured at the University of Portsmouth..

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Introduction to Building, originally written by Derek Osbourn, forms the foundation of the Mitchell's Building Series, the standard reference work for all those concerned with contemporary methods of building construction. This second edition has been revised and updated by Roger Greeno and retains its authoritative overview of the many and varied processes involved in the creation of a building.
The new edition provides a greater perspective of construction procedures and incorporates detailed interpretation of construction practice to current legislative standards. It analyses a building in terms of what it is expected to do, the processes required, the building team which implements the processes, the methods used for communicating information and typical construction methods. Each section is designed both to stimulate interest and to encourage further reading from the more advanced volumes in the Mitchell's Building Series.
Topics covered- the requirements of a building; appearance; durability; dimensional suitability; strength and stability; weather exclusion; sound control; thermal comfort; fire protection; lighting and ventilating; sanitation; security; cost; building processes; the building team; communication; construction method.
As a course reader for students of architecture, building, construction management, quantity surveying and other related disciplines, this book provides a comprehensive introduction to every aspect of building.
Derek Osbourn was Head of the School of Architecture and Interior Design at the Polytechnic of North London, and an examiner in design for the Royal Institute of British Architects. Roger Greeno is a consultant, examiner and established author of many construction papers and publications, with extensive experience in further and higher education; he formerly lectured at the University of Portsmouth.
About this series...
Mitchell's Building Series comprises highly practical books ideal for all those studying construction, architecture and related studies at higher technician and degree level. Each book discusses a specific aspect of a building, focusing on the practical construction issues involved. Necessary building science and theory is provided to explain how and why certain methods and procedures are used. The series systematically covers all stages in the construction of a building.
Other books available-
Structure and Fabric Part 1, Structure and Fabric Part 2, Internal Components, External Components, Materials, Materials Technology, Finishes, Environment and Services.

Edition details

• Publisher: Longman
• Publication date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0582302005
• ISBN 13: 9780582302006
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 288