Construction Materials, Methods and Techniques: Building for a Sustainable Future

Located at the end of each chapter, numerous hands-on activities provide realistic opportunities for readers to apply what they have learned by putting concepts into practice in ways relevant for today's industry.

An abundance of useful learning features are integrated into the chapter contents to help readers master the material more readily. Examples include Chapter Learning Objectives, Key Terms, and Review Questions to help boost comprehension and focus attention on key concepts within each chapter.

"Construction Materials, Methods, and Techniques" features throughout the text showcase groundbreaking materials and practices, providing detailed information on key industry advances and other areas of interest.

Numerous real-world case studies, many focusing on construction projects that have received Green or LEED certification, demonstrate how various strategies, concepts and construction materials can be used for success in today's industry.

The book's unique organization follows a logical sequence that mirrors the typical progression of a construction project. This helps readers gain familiarity with typical industry practices while facilitating learning, providing a solid foundation of knowledge before exploring the specific requirements of each stage of construction.

This unique text is the only resource of its kind that follows the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI)'s MasterFormat® specifications system. The Fifth Edition is organized by selected divisions referencing the 2020 edition of the MasterFormat and the 2009 edition of the GreenFormat.