Construction mathematics / Surinder Singh Virdi, Roy T. Baker.

By:

Virdi, Surinder Singh

Contributor(s):

Baker, Roy T

Material type: Text

TextPublication details: Amsterdam ; Butterworth-Heinemann, 2007.Edition: 1st edDescription: ix, 280 p. : ill. ; 25 cmISBN:

0750667923

Subject(s):

Building -- Mathematics

DDC classification:

511.36 22

Contents:

1. Using a scientific calculator --2. Numbers --3. Basic algebra --4. Indices and logarithms.

Summary: "Taking a starting point below that of GCSE level, by assuming no prior mathematical knowledge, Surinder Virdi and Roy Baker take the reader step by step through the mathematical requirements for Level 2 and 3 Building and Construction courses. Unlike the majority of basic level maths texts available, this book focuses exclusively on mathematics as it is applied in actual construction practice. As such, topics specific to the construction industry are presented, as well as essential areas for Level 2 craft NVQs - for example, costing calculations, labour costs, cost of materials and setting out of building components." "End of chapter exercises cover a range of theoretical as well as practical problems commonly found in construction practice and two project-based assignments give students the opportunity to apply the knowledge they have gained. Answers to all exercises are included at the end of the book. A chapter detailing the use of a scientific calculator for performing construction calculations will prove invaluable for students with no prior experience of their use." "Construction Mathematics addresses all the mathematical requirements of Level 2 construction NVQs from CITB/City & Guilds and Edexcel courses, including the BTEC First Diploma in Construction. Additional coverage of the core unit Analytical Methods from BTEC National Construction, Civil Engineering, and Building Services courses makes this an essential revision aid to students who do not have Level 2 mathematics experience before commencing their BTEC National studies, or any reader who wishes to refresh their mathematics knowledge. Book jacket."--Jacket.Abstract: Takes readers step by step through the mathematical requirements for Level 2 and 3 Building and Construction courses. This book focuses on mathematics as it is applied in actual construction practice. As such, topics specific to the construction industry are presented, as well as essential areas for Level 2 craft NVQs.

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Item type	Current library	Call number	Copy number	Status	Date due	Barcode
Books	Main library General Stacks	511.36 / VI.C 2007 (Browse shelf(Opens below))	1	Available		001433
Books	Main library General Stacks	511.36 / VI.C 2007 (Browse shelf(Opens below))	2	Available		002974

Includes index.

1. Using a scientific calculator --2. Numbers --3. Basic algebra --4. Indices and logarithms.

"Taking a starting point below that of GCSE level, by assuming no prior mathematical knowledge, Surinder Virdi and Roy Baker take the reader step by step through the mathematical requirements for Level 2 and 3 Building and Construction courses. Unlike the majority of basic level maths texts available, this book focuses exclusively on mathematics as it is applied in actual construction practice. As such, topics specific to the construction industry are presented, as well as essential areas for Level 2 craft NVQs - for example, costing calculations, labour costs, cost of materials and setting out of building components." "End of chapter exercises cover a range of theoretical as well as practical problems commonly found in construction practice and two project-based assignments give students the opportunity to apply the knowledge they have gained. Answers to all exercises are included at the end of the book. A chapter detailing the use of a scientific calculator for performing construction calculations will prove invaluable for students with no prior experience of their use." "Construction Mathematics addresses all the mathematical requirements of Level 2 construction NVQs from CITB/City & Guilds and Edexcel courses, including the BTEC First Diploma in Construction. Additional coverage of the core unit Analytical Methods from BTEC National Construction, Civil Engineering, and Building Services courses makes this an essential revision aid to students who do not have Level 2 mathematics experience before commencing their BTEC National studies, or any reader who wishes to refresh their mathematics knowledge. Book jacket."--Jacket.

Takes readers step by step through the mathematical requirements for Level 2 and 3 Building and Construction courses. This book focuses on mathematics as it is applied in actual construction practice. As such, topics specific to the construction industry are presented, as well as essential areas for Level 2 craft NVQs.

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