Topic	Name	Description
Topic 1	Introduction
	Building Components
	Building Components
	Types Of Buildings
	Residential Buildings
	Educational Buildings
	Institutional Building
	Assembly Buildings
	Business Buildings
	Mercantile Building
	Industrial Building
	Storage Buildings
	Hazardous Buildings
	Religious Buildings
	Reaferences
	Introduction
	Building Components
	Building Components
	Types Of Buildings
	Residential Buildings
	Educational Buildings
	Institutional Building
	Assembly Buildings
	Business Buildings
	Mercantile Building
	Industrial Building
	Storage Buildings
	Hazardous Buildings
	Religious Buildings
	Reaferences
Topic 2	Introduction
	Objectives Of Foundation
	Footing
	Functions Of Foundation
	Site Investigation
	Loads On Foundation
	Types Of Foundations
	Spread Footing
	Combined Footings
	Strap Footings
	Raft Foundation (Mat Foundation)
	References
	Introduction
	Objectives Of Foundation
	Footing
	Functions Of Foundation
	Site Investigation
	Loads On Foundation
	Types Of Foundations
	Spread Footing
	Combined Footings
	Strap Footings
	Raft Foundation (Mat Foundation)
	References
Topic 3	Introduction
	Requirements Of A Good Foundation
	Pile Foundation
	End Bearing Piles
	Friction Piles
	Combined End bearing and friction, Pile
	Compaction Piles
	Pier Foundation (Drilled Caisson Foundation)
	Well Foundations (Or Caissons)
	Causes of Failure Of Foundations
	References
	Introduction
	Requirements Of A Good Foundation
	Pile Foundation
	End Bearing Piles
	Friction Piles
	Combined End bearing and friction, Pile
	Compaction Piles
	Pier Foundation (Drilled Caisson Foundation)
	Well Foundations (Or Caissons)
	Causes of Failure Of Foundations
	References
Topic 4	Introduction
	Causes Of Dampness
	Effects Of Dampness
	Methods Of Damp Proofing
	Materials For Damproof Course
	Ideal Materials for Damp Proofing
	References
	Introduction
	Causes Of Dampness
	Effects Of Dampness
	Methods Of Damp Proofing
	Materials For Damproof Course
	Ideal Materials for Damp Proofing
	References
Topic 5	Introduction
	Technical Terms
	Damp - Proofing Treaetment To Foundations
	Damp Proofing Treatment To Basement
	Damp Proofing Treatments To Floors
	Damp Proofing Treatment To Walls
	Damp Proofing Treatement To Flat Roofs
	Water Proofing Treatment For Roof In Multistorey Building
	References
	Introduction
	Technical Terms
	Damp - Proofing Treaetment To Foundations
	Damp Proofing Treatment To Basement
	Damp Proofing Treatments To Floors
	Damp Proofing Treatment To Walls
	Damp Proofing Treatement To Flat Roofs
	Water Proofing Treatment For Roof In Multistorey Building
	References
Topic 6	Introduction
	Anti - Termite Treatment
	Pre - Construction Treatment
	Treatment of wall trenches, column pits and excavation for basements
	Treatment to top surface of plinth filling
	Treatment of junctions of the wall and floor
	Treatment Of Soil along external periphery of building
	Treatment of soil surrounding pipes and conduits
	Treatment of expansion joints
	Post Construction Treatment
	References
	Introduction
	Anti - Termite Treatment
	Pre - Construction Treatment
	Treatment of wall trenches, column pits and excavation for basements
	Treatment to top surface of plinth filling
	Treatment of junctions of the wall and floor
	Treatment Of Soil along external periphery of building
	Treatment of soil surrounding pipes and conduits
	Treatment of expansion joints
	Post Construction Treatment
	References
Topic 7	Introduction
	Types Of Walls
	Load Bearing Walls
	Design Considerations
	Partition Wall
	Requirements of Partition wall
	Types of Partition walls
	Brick Partitions
	Clay Block Partition walls
	Concrete Partitions
	Glass Partitions
	Metal lath Partitions
	Asbestos Sheet or G I Sheet Partition
	Plaster Slab Partitions
	Wood wool Slab Partitions
	Timber Partitions
	References
	Introduction
	Types Of Walls
	Load Bearing Walls
	Design Considerations
	Partition Wall
	Requirements of Partition wall
	Types of Partition walls
	Brick Partitions
	Clay Block Partition walls
	Concrete Partitions
	Glass Partitions
	Metal lath Partitions
	Asbestos Sheet or G I Sheet Partition
	Plaster Slab Partitions
	Wood wool Slab Partitions
	Timber Partitions
	References
Topic 8	Introduction
	Mortar
	Types of Mortar
	Consistency of Mortars
	Consistency of Mortars
	Techinical Terms Used In Masonry
	Techinical Terms Used In Masonry
	Types Of Masonry
	References
	Introduction
	Mortar
	Types of Mortar
	Consistency of Mortars
	Consistency of Mortars
	Techinical Terms Used In Masonry
	Techinical Terms Used In Masonry
	Types Of Masonry
	References
Topic 9	Introduction
	Types Of Stone Masonry
	Precautions In The Construction Of Stone Masonry
	Joints In Stone Masonry
	Tools And Implements For Stone Dressing
	References
	Introduction
	Types Of Stone Masonry
	Precautions In The Construction Of Stone Masonry
	Joints In Stone Masonry
	Tools And Implements For Stone Dressing
	References
Topic 10	Introduction
	Brick Manufactuturing
	Types Of Bricks
	Classes Of Bricks
	Moulded Bricks
	Principles Of Brick Masonry Construction
	Tools For Brick Laying
	References
	Introduction
	Brick Manufactuturing
	Types Of Bricks
	Classes Of Bricks
	Moulded Bricks
	Principles Of Brick Masonry Construction
	Tools For Brick Laying
	References
Topic 11	Bonds In Brick Work
	Types of Bonds
	Stretcher Bond
	Header Bond
	English Bond
	Flemish Bond
	Facing Bond
	English Cross Bond
	Brick on Edge Bond (Silverlock’s Bond Or Soldier’s Course)
	Dutch Bond
	Raking Bond
	Zig Zag Bond
	Garden Wall Bonds
	Bond At Connections
	Bond In Brick Piers
	Bond In Footings
	References
	Bonds In Brick Work
	Types of Bonds
	Stretcher Bond
	Header Bond
	English Bond
	Flemish Bond
	Facing Bond
	English Cross Bond
	Brick on Edge Bond (Silverlock’s Bond Or Soldier’s Course)
	Dutch Bond
	Raking Bond
	Zig Zag Bond
	Garden Wall Bonds
	Bond At Connections
	Bond In Brick Piers
	Bond In Footings
	References
Topic 12	Introduction
	Basic Construction Materials
	Building Stones
	Commonly Used Building Stones
	Introduction
	Basic Construction Materials
	Building Stones
	Commonly Used Building Stones
	Bricks
	Timber
	Cement
	Classification and Composition of Cement
	Portland Cements
	High Alumina Cement (is:6452)
	Super Sulphated Cement: (IS: 6909)
	Natural Cement
	Special Cements
	Aggregates
	Water
	References
Topic 13	Introduction
	Properties Of Concrete
	Methods Of Proportionating Concrete Mixes
	Mixing Of Concrete
	Transporting Concrete
	Placing Concrete
	Compacting Concrete
	Curing Of Concrete
	References
Topic 14	Introduction
	Materials Used In Reinforced Cement Concrete
	Properties Of Reinforced Concrete
	Advantages Of Reinforced Concrete
	Corrosion Of Steel In Concrete
	Causes Of Failure Of Reinforced Concrete Structures
	General Design Requirements
	R.C.C Structures
	Advantages Of Framed Structures
	Roof Slab
	Beam
	Column
	References
Topic 15	Introduction
	Classification Of Lintels
	Wooden Lintels
	Stone Lintels
	Brick Lintels
	Reinforced Brick Lintels
	Steel Lintels
	Reinforced Cement Concrete Lintels
	References
Topic 16	Introduction
	Technical Terms
	Classification Of Arches
	Classification of Arches According To Shape
	Flat Arch
	Segmental Arch
	Semi-circular Arch
	Horse Shoe Arch
	Pointed Arch
	Venetian Arch
	Florentine Arch
	Relieving Arch
	Stilled Arch
	Semi-Elliptical Arch
	Classification Based On Number Of Centers
	One-Centered Arches
	Two-Centered Arches
	Three-Centered Arches
	Four-Centered Arch
	Five-Centered Arch
	Classification Based On Material And Workmanship
	Stone Arches
	Brick Arches
	Concrete Arches
	Classification Based On Materials Of Construction
	Installation of Centering
	Laying of Arch
	Removal Of Centering
	References
Topic 17	Introduction
	Requirements Of A Roof
	Types Of Roofs
	Pitched Roof
	Leaf-to-Roof
	Gable Roof
	Hip Roof
	Gambrel Roof
	Mansard Roof
	Deck Roof
	Single Roofs
	Double or Purlin Roofs
	Trussed Roofs
	Elements Of Pitched Roof
	Flat Roofs
	Mud-Terrace Roofing
	Brick Jelly Roofing Or Madras Terrace Roofing
	Mud Phuska Terracing With Tile Paving
	Lime Concrete Terracing
	Lime Concrete Terracing With Tiles
	Bengal Terrace Roofing
	Light Weight Flat Roof
	Curved Roofs
	References
Topic 18	Introduction
	Components Of A Floor
	Materials For Floor Construction
	Materials For Floor Coverings
	Selection Of Flooring Material
	Common Flooring And Their Construction
	Mud Flooring
	Brick Flooring
	Stone Slab Flooring
	Tiled Flooring
	Cement Concrete Flooring
	Mosaic Or Terrazzo Flooring
	Timber Flooring
	Granolithic Finish
	References
Topic 19	Introduction
	Simple R.C.C Slab Flooring
	Reinforced Brick Flooring
	Beam-Slab Flooring
	Flat-Slab Flooring
	Ribbed Or Hollow Tiled Flooring
	Filler Joists Floors
	Pre-Cast Concrete Floors
	Timber Floors
	References
Topic 20	Introduction
	Technical Terms
	Requirements Of A Good Stair
	Dimensions Of A Step
	Types Of Steps
	Classification Of Stairs
	Straight Stairs
	Turning Stairs
	Quarter turn stairs
	Half Turned Stairs
	Three Quarter Turn Stairs
	Bifurcated Stairs
	Continuous Stairs
	Stairs Of Different Materials
	Moving Stairs
	Ramps
	References
Topic 21	Introduction
	Shapes Of Structural Steel
	References
Topic 22	Introduction
	Requirements For A Good Form Work
	Materials For Form Work
	Form Work For Column Footings
	Form Work For Columns
	Form Work For Floors
	Form Work For Walls
	Form Work For Stairs
	Method Of Removing Form Work
	References
Topic 23	Introduction
	Objective Of Plastering
	Mortar For Plastering
	Terminology Used In Plastering Work
	Tools For Plastering
	Methods Of Plastering
	Types Of Plaster Finishes
	Special Materials Used In Plastering
	Defects In Plastering
	Pointing
	Method Of Pointing
	Types Of Pointing
	References
Topic 24	Introduction
	Painting
	Types Of Paints
	Painting Plastered Surfaces
	Varnish
	Types Of Varnishes
	Process Of Varnishing
	Distempering
	White Wash And Colour Washing
	References
Topic 25	Introduction
	Common Cracks In Building
	Causes Of Cracks
	Prevention Of Cracks
	References
Topic 26	Introduction
	Precast Element And Prefabrication
	Cost Effective Techniques And Alternate Building Materials Adopted In NBO Experimental Projects
	References
Topic 27	Introduction
	Unit Cost
	Building Components For Cost Estimation
	Components In Site Preparation
	Detailed Cost Estimation
	References
Topic 28	Introduction
	Methods Of Planning And Scheduling
	Conventional Methods
	Network Methods
	Elements Of Network
	Rules To Be Followed While Drawing A Network
	Development Of Network
	Estimation Of Project Duration
	PERT And CPM
	References