An Introduction to Welding Structural Steel for Professional Engineers


Book Description

Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers and construction managers interested in welding structural steel. Here is what is discussed: 1. AISC AND AWS LISTED STRUCTURAL STEELS, 2. WELDABILITY OF STRUCTURAL STEELS, 3. PROPERTY ENHANCEMENTS FOR STRUCTURAL STEELS, 4. SELECTION OF STRUCTURAL STEELS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURE AND SERVICE APPLICATIONS, 5. AVAILABILITY OF STRUCTURAL STEELS, 6. SHIELDED METAL ARC WELDING (SMAW), 7. FLUX CORED ARC WELDING (FCAW), 8. GAS METAL ARC WELDING (GMAW), 9. SUBMERGED ARC WELDING (SAW), 10. GAS TUNGSTEN ARC WELDING (GTAW), 11. ELECTROSLAG WELDING (ESW), 12. ELECTROGAS WELDING (EGW).










An Introduction to Structural Design of Piers and Wharves for Professional Engineers


Book Description

Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, marine engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in design and construction of piers and wharves. Here is what is discussed: 1. CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS, 2. ALLOWABLE STRESSES, 3. DECK STRUCTURE DESIGN, 4. SUBSTRUCTURE DESIGN, 5. MOORING HARDWARE, 6. MOORING DOLPHINS/PLATFORMS, 7. MISCELLANEOUS CONSIDERATIONS.




Welding Engineering


Book Description

Provides an introduction to all of the important topics in welding engineering. It covers a broad range of subjects and presents each topic in a relatively simple, easy to understand manner, with emphasis on the fundamental engineering principles. • Comprehensive coverage of all welding engineering topics • Presented in a simple, easy to understand format • Emphasises concepts and fundamental principles




An Introduction to Airfield and Airport Engineering for Professional Engineers


Book Description

Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers and construction managers interested in design and construction of airfields and airports. Here is what is discussed: 1. AIRFIELD DRAINAGE, 2. AIRCRAFT HANGARS, 3. PASSENGER TERMINALS, 4. RUNWAYS, 5. AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL FACILITIES, 6. CONTROL TOWER SITING.




An Introduction to Hydroelectric Power Plant Structures for Professional Engineers


Book Description

Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in hydroelectric power plant structures. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS, 2. ARCHITECTURAL REQUIREMENTS., 3. STRUCTURAL REQUIREMENTS










An Introduction to Construction of Tunnels and Shafts for Professional Engineers


Book Description

Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, geotechnical engineers and construction managers interested in construction of tunnels and shafts. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL, 2. TUNNEL EXCAVATION BY DRILLING AND BLASTING, 3. TUNNEL EXCAVATION BY MECHANICAL MEANS, 4. INITIAL GROUND SUPPORT, 5. SEQUENTIAL EXCAVATION AND SUPPORT, 6. PORTAL CONSTRUCTION, 7. SHAFT CONSTRUCTION, 8. OPTIONS FOR GROUND IMPROVEMENT, 9. DRAINAGE AND CONTROL OF GROUNDWATER, 10. CONSTRUCTION OF FINAL, PERMANENT TUNNEL LININGS, 11. VENTILATION OF TUNNELS AND SHAFTS, 12. SURVEYING FOR TUNNELS AND SHAFTS, 13. CONSTRUCTION HAZARDS AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS, 14. ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS AND EFFECTS, 15. CONTRACTING PRACTICES, 16. PRACTICAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR THE PLANNING OF TUNNEL PROJECTS.