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Technical Division
Construction Department

What is Construction

It is the building of a structure or the process of bringing a solid structure into existence.


TOPICS
  1. Introduction to construction
  2. Construction Materials
  3. Construction Equipment
  4. Elements of a Building in Detail
  5. Construction Drawing
  6. Construction Measurement
  7. Practical and Implementation

1. INTRODUCTION TO CONSTRUCTION

1.1 Construction Professionals


These Professionals are:

Architects, Quantity Surveyors, Land Surveyors, Construction & Project Manager, Engineers (Civil, Structural, Electrical, etc.), a Contractor (who is not necessarily a professional), etcetera. 


*You can research the work done by each professional in the Construction Industry.



1.2 Elements of a Building


Elements of a building consist of: foundations, walls, floors, finishes (for walls and flooring), doors, windows, ceilings, roofs, etc.



1.3 Colour Codes, Symbols and Fittings


In any industry there are standards and these are to be adhered to by every professional to ensure uniformity, comprehension and sustainability (amongst others) in the industry. With that being said, in the Construction Industry there are standard colour codes, symbols and fittings used in order to achieve the aims aforementioned and for easy communication between professionals in the industry.  


Fig 1.1 - Construction Symbols & Colour Codes



Glossary and Further Explanations
  • Construction Mensuration - the measurement of a building, its elements and other essential components.
  • Hydration - the chemical reaction between water and a particular material.


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