Advanced Concrete Technology ( 4 Vol Set )

Based on the Institute of Concrete Technology's advanced course, this new four volume series is a comprehensive educational and reference resource for the concrete materials technologist. An expert international team of authors from research, academia and industry has been brought together to produce this unique reference source. Each volume deals with different aspects of the properties, composition, uses and testing of concrete. With worked examples, case studies and illustrations throughout, this series will be a key reference for the concrete specialist for years to come.




Contents


Vol I: Constituent Materials
; Cements; Cementitious Additions; Admixtures; Aggregates;

Vol II: Concrete Properties
; Fresh Concrete; Setting and Hardening Concrete; Properties of Hardened Concrete; Durability of Concrete and Concrete Construction;

Vol. III: Processes
; Mix Design; Special Concretes; Special Processes and Technology for Particular Types of Structure; Ready-Mixed Concrete; Exposed Concrete Finishes; Repairing Concrete, Formwork; Concrete Plant; Precast Concrete; Concrete Roads, Industrial Floors; Principles of Reinforced and Prestressed Concrete;

Vol IV: Testing and Quality
; Analysis of Fresh Concrete; Testing Machines; Accelerated Testing Methods; Analysis of Hardened Concrete and Mortar; Core Sampling and Testing; Assessment of Concrete Construction ; Repair; Quality Concepts; Quality Control; Statistics; Standards, Specifications, and Codes of Practice.