This book explains the elementary principles of the subject for Planning and Designing of all types of Civil Structures such as Residential Buildings, Industrial Structures, Public Buildings, etc. The topics of the subject are selected and arranged in such a manner that a continuity of thoughts is maintained to get a firm grip on the subject.
This second edition is thoroughly revised and enlarged by adding substantial new material as well as plenty of new plans and drawings of the structures. A new chapter on Methods of Drawing is also included to make the book more useful.
Special features :
*Simple, lucid and easy language
*Clear exposition and brief description
*Step-by-step treatment
*Comprehensive presentation
*72 Self-explanatory sketches, plans and drawings
*11 Useful tables
*181 Examination questions at the end of each chapter.
It is hoped that the book will prove useful to the students preparing for Degree Examinations in Civil Engineering and Architecture of all the Indian Universities, Diploma Examinations conducted by various Boards of Technical Education, Certificate Courses, as for the A.M.I.E. and U.P.S.C. Examinations. It should also be an immense use to the practicing Civil Engineers.