Mechanical and Electrical Systems in Construction and Architecture (4th Edition) [Hardcover]

Frank R. Dagostino (Author), Joseph B. Wujek (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0130119954 | ISBN-13: 978-0130119957 | Publication Date: September 6, 2004 | Edition: 4

This book provides an in-depth view of the mechanical and electrical systems in construction, followed by a step-by-step approach to the design of each system. Intended to provide an introduction to building mechanical and electrical design concepts and principles, this major revision is written for all those involved in the construction industry. Elementary engineering concepts and design principles are introduced in a straightforward manner and presented on an elementary mathematics level; requiring students to have a working knowledge of algebra. This book addresses the growing complexity of design standards and regulations and rapid changes in new building technologies, which in turn is expanding the role of the architectural and engineering technician. For those interested in the design of building electrical, lighting, plumbing, HVAC, fire protection, and telecommunications systems.

Editorial Reviews

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"While reading Construction Project Management, I recalled the days early in my career as an architect/engineer. The description of weekly meetings and topics covered, estimates put together first by the architect on a square foot basis and the more detailed estimates of the general and subcontractors, and checking and coordination of shop drawings all rang true to my memory of how things actually happened on the job." — William W. Campbell, Montgomery College (retired)

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To be successful in today's construction environment, project managers must utilize essential leadership, communication, and motivational skills. This book emphasizes these attributes as it systematically follows the construction process from beginning to end. Among topics examined are the roles of project participants, the bid process, planning, scheduling, estimating, controlling the project, safety issues, and legal and regulatory issues. Sidebars, authored by industry leaders, examine actual incidents and provide insights into the subject matter.

This book will be invaluable to superintendents, estimators, and field managers, as well as project managers.

Features of Construction Project Management, Professional Edition, include:

• Entire chapters devoted to leadership and construction law
• Comprehensive presentation of content from the project owner's viewpoint, as well as the contractor's perspective
• Coverage of conflict resolution

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 752 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 4 edition (September 6, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0130119954
• ISBN-13: 978-0130119957
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.4 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #651,881 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A good introductory overview - but a little weak on real world applications, September 11, 2008

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J. F. Mccarthy "Author of Choosing Project Su... (Chicago, IL USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Construction Project Management (3rd Edition) (Hardcover)

This book uniquely covered the traditional construction management subjects of estimating, scheduling, control, then added preconstruction activities and project delivery methods, followed by construction law and safety. These subject, which are integrated together in the work world, are usally found in 3-4 different books.

Some additional depth, such as adding order of magnitude estimating, and estimating by assemblies, was a welcome addition.

A little more "this is how it is really done in the real world" would have been helpful.Choosing Project Success - A Guide for Building Professionals

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good exposure to a lot of basic principles, February 22, 2011

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johnnyb588 (arizona) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Construction Project Management (3rd Edition) (Hardcover)

This can give you a basic idea of what management is going to be like, and the tasks that will be necessary, but in all reality, a book isn't going to tell you how to do your job. If you have to buy this for coursework, I still don't know if I would consider buying it unless it's mandatory. Even then, you could just check it out from the library if they've got one or two on reserve. There isn't a whole lot in this book that isn't common sense, and there isn't a whole lot that will really get you anywhere if you're already a professional. I spent my money on it because I always bought all my books for my classes, but this is one of those books that I rarely opened before and I will probably never open it again.

14 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Construction managment, August 11, 2001

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mike defilippo (boston, ma) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Construction Project Management (Hardcover)

This book was written by my old professor at wentworth institute of technology. Although he only gave me a B in the class i have to say the book was written very well ;). It is designed to give the reader important information of construction management in a very basic way. If you are a beginner in the construction business you can not go wrong with this book.