CONTENTS

CHAPTER NO TITLE PAGE NO

Chapter 1 Introduction 1

Chapter Main construction issues

2.1 Choosing Suitable Formwork Systems
2.2 Concrete Technology
2.3 Principal Construction Equipment
2.4 Project Management Methodology

Chapter 3 Materials 4-11

3.1 Bricks
3.2 Autoclaved Concrete Bricks
3.3 Cement
3.4 Aggregate
3.5 Sand
3.6 Concrete
3.7 Steel

Chapter 4 Reinforced Structure 12-15

4.1 Columns
4.2 Beams
4.3 Slabs
4.4 Stair Case

Chapter 5 Other Structures

5.1 Walls 16

Chapter 6 Machinery 17-18

6.1 Crane
6.2 Concrete Mix Drum

Chapter 7 Safety in Construction Site 19-24

7.1 Hazards and Solutions
7.2 Innovation in Construction
7.2.1 Cast-In-Situ Construction
7.2.2 3-S System of Precast Construction

Chapter 8 Waterproofing Concrete, Walls and Floors 25-26

8.1 Waterproofing Concrete, Walls And Floors

Chapter 9 Slump Cone Test 27-28

9.1 Slump Cone Test And Its Advantages-Limitations
 9.2 Advantage Of Slump Cone Test
9.3 Limitations Of Slump Cone Test

Chapter 10 Formwork 29-33

10.1 Formwork Types Based On Structural Members
10.2 Footing Forms Formwork for Foundation
10.3 Column Forms - Formwork for RCC column Construction
10.4 Wall Forms Formwork for RCC Wall Construction
10.5 Floor Forms Formwork for Construction of RCC Slabs
10.6 Slabs-On-Grade Formwork Assembly

Chapter 11 Construction Cost Estimation 34-36

11.1 Contractors Purpose of Estimation
11.2 Variation Factors In Estimating
11.3 Other Factors

Chapter 12 Safety Features of High Rise Buildings & Structures 37-43

Chapter 13 Eco Friendly Measures 44-45

Conclusion