Construction Materials for Civil Engineering by Errol van Amsterdam

Construction Materials for Civil Engineering by Errol van Amsterdam is a practical South African textbook designed to provide students with a solid foundation in the materials and principles used in civil engineering construction. Published by Juta & Co., this accessible reference was developed particularly for tertiary-level civil engineering education in South Africa and combines technical theory with practical applications.

Construction Materials for Civil Engineering covers the principal materials and subjects encountered in civil engineering, including soils, concrete, bitumen, structural and other construction materials, and environmental considerations. Topics include soil classification and compaction, concrete composition and production, reinforcement, bituminous materials, bricks, timber, steel and aluminium, as well as the environmental impact of construction activities. The text is structured to encourage independent learning and provides a useful introduction to terminology and concepts that students will encounter during their engineering studies.

This copy is the third impression, published in 2007, of the original edition first published in 2000. The copyright page confirms publication by Juta & Co. Ltd and gives ISBN 9780702152139. Construction Materials for Civil Engineering is particularly relevant to the South African educational environment, with contributions from several South African technikons and references to local organisations and standards.

A useful technical reference for civil engineering students, lecturers, technicians, builders and anyone interested in construction materials and building technology.

Condition – Fair

Paperback showing considerable external wear from use and age. Covers have rubbing, scuffing, creasing and edge wear, with particularly noticeable wear and splitting around the lower spine and corners. Page edges show some marks and general handling wear.