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   Construction of Houses 5th edition (February 2013)

   The fifth edition of Construction of Houses is aimed specifically at those students and practitioners who require a broad understanding of building construction as part of a wider sphere of professional activity. The book provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practice of modern construction and services.

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   Fundamental Building Technology 2nd Edition ( January 2013)

   'The second edition of this excellent text builds on the detail of the original – each chapter contains clear and concise information on all parts of the construction process from site investigations to finishes using high quality diagrams to support the text. Each chapter also contains self-assessment questions which help the student gauge their understanding of the main concepts – I would recommend this book not only to academics but to new vocational practitioners as an essential read. Brilliant.' 

   Ian Butt, Programme Leader HNC/D Construction and the Built Environment, City of Bath College

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3. 

   Construction Economics, 3rd Edition (December 2012)

   Construction Economics provides students with the principles and concepts underlying the relationship between economic theory and the construction industry. The New Approach adopts an argument that economics is central to government initiatives concerning sustainable construction. This edition has been revised to explain the effects of the current economic crisis on the construction industry. In addition, sections relating to less developed countries, the economics of sustainable development and theories relating to a firm's bid strategy have all been rewritten.

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4. 

   Building Construction Handbook 9th Edition (October 2012)

   Building Construction Handbook is an authoritative reference for all construction students and professionals. It is full of detailed drawings that clearly illustrate the construction of building elements. The principles and processes of construction are explained with the concepts of design included where appropriate. Extensive coverage of building construction practice and techniques, representing both traditional procedures and modern developments, are also included to provide the most comprehensive and easy to understand guide to building construction.

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   5 Books for Construction Students

   • Dissertation Research and Writing for Construction Students, 3rd Edition - S. G. Naoum
   • Building Construction Handbook, 8th Edition - Roy Chudley and Roger Greeno
   • Construction Contracts, 4th Edition - John Murdoch and Will Hughes
   • Construction Economics, 2nd Edition - Danny Myers
   • Computer Aided Design Guide for Architecture, Engineering and Construction - Ghassan Aouad, Song Wu, Angela Lee and Timothy Onyenobi 
      
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   Construction Project Management 2nd Edition (August 2012)

   Combining the theories underpinning best practice in construction project management, with a wealth of practical examples, Construction Project Management is uniquely valuable for practitioners and clients as well as undergraduate and graduate students for construction project management.
    

7. 

   Electrical Wiring for Domestic Installers 14th Edition (March 2012)

   This book has for many years been the standard guide to the practical aspects of domestic electrical wiring. It explains how to carry out work safely and correctly in a step-by-step manner. Essential reading for anyone obtaining a Domestic Installer Scheme Qualification which relates to Part P of the Building Regulations, and a handy pocket guide to best practice for electrician.

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8. 

   Understanding JCT Standard Building Contracts, 9th Edition

   This ninth edition of David Chappell’s bestselling guide has been revised to take into account changes made in 2011 to payment provisions, and elsewhere. This remains the most concise guide available to the most commonly used JCT building contracts.

9. 

   Community Conflict Management and Dispute Resolution

   Commerce is inherently complex and the sums of money involved can be astronomical, so it is no surprise that conflicts and disputes are all too common. There are numerous techniques designed to resolve these problems, and this book summarizes the most important of these, as well as alternative dispute resolution methods.

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    New Aspects of Quantity Surveying Practice, Third Edition

    As we enter the second decade of the twenty-first century, the pressure on the QS profession continue to change and evolve and so this third edition includes new chapters to help students and professionals deal with the new issues they face.

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