For the construction of structures like buildings, bridges, canals, roads, water tanks, flyovers, tunnels etc, various types of construction materials are required.
A Civil Engineer has to select, choose and decide a proper and most suitable construction material for a required activity of construction. The construction material must be strong, durable, and most suitable for the particular activity of construction.
Thus this book is written which deals with the details of construction materials available naturally as well as artificially. The materials which play a vital role in the quality and asthetics in nature is discussed in detail in this book.
With the advancement of technology, new materials are invented and used in the field of construction and these all possible materials are discussed in this book.
This book Useful for Diploma Students.
1. Overview of Construction Materials
2. Natural Construction Materials
3. Artificial Construction Materials
4. Special Construction Materials
5. Finishing Materials
6. Processed Construction Materials