Building Services

Provides apprentices with an easy way of finding specific information, and includes additional practical information on how to apply concepts in work-based contexts, as well as step-by-step advice on certain key techniques and procedures.

With the improved efficiency of heating, cooling and lighting in buildings crucial to the low carbon targets of all current governments, Building Science: concepts and applications provides a timely and much-needed addition to the existing literature on architectural and environmental design education.

This revised and updated edition provides an introduction to the technical aspects of building design and construction in the fields of physical environment and services installation. This edition also places increased emphasis on the environmental issues related to buildings.

This unique book correlates the latest knowledge about the design, management, technology and sustainability of intelligent buildings with the cultural developments affecting the way people live and work

A study of the basic science, technology and practical application of effective and energy efficient ventilation strategies for dwellings. This handbook demonstrates the link between poor ventilation and poor health, and tells the reader how to use good quality ventilation as a way of enhancing quality of life and as a health improvement tool.

Suitable for students setting out for a career in plumbing, this book helps them study for their Technical Certificate and Level 2 NVQ. It guides you through the key areas and processes in plumbing, from the basics through cold and hot water systems to health and safety and best practice on site.

Now updated in line with the 18th Edition of the Wiring Regulations, this highly successful book provides a topic by topic progression through electrical installations, including how and why they are designed, installed and tested. A valuable resource for both students and professionals.

Updated in line with the 18th Edition of the Wiring Regulations and written specifically for the EAL Diploma in Electrical Installation, this book has a chapter dedicated to each unit of the EAL syllabus, allowing you to master each topic before moving on to the next.

Updated in line with the 18th Edition of the Wiring Regulations and written specifically for the EAL Diploma in Electrical Installation, this book has a chapter dedicated to each unit of the EAL syllabus, allowing you to master each topic before moving on to the next.

This new edition covers the City and Guilds 2365-03 course, updated in line with the 18th Edition of the Wiring Regulations. Written in an accessible style with a chapter dedicated to each unit of the syllabus, this book helps you to master each topic before moving on to the next.