Building Constructions

Description

Building construction refers to the techniques and industry involved in the assembly and erection of structures, primarily those used to provide shelter. Building construction is an ancient human activity. It began with the purely functional need for a controlled environment to moderate the effects of climate. Constructed shelters were one means by which human beings were able to adapt themselves to a wide variety of climates and become a global species. Human shelters were at first very simple and perhaps lasted only a few days or months. Over time, however, even temporary structures evolved into such highly refined forms as the igloo. Gradually more durable structures began to appear, particularly after the advent of agriculture, when people began to stay in one place for long periods.
The present state of building construction is complex. Structures today require careful consideration in terms of how they are designed, what materials are used in the construction process and whether the project lives upto the safety standards that have been set by the governing bodies. A wide variety of experts including craftsmen, architects, officials, etc are involved depending on the scale of the project. This book offers a comprehensive description of the applications of various fields in this subject. It is an appropriate guide for students as well as people from this industry.