For courses in Architecture, Construction, Construction Management, Trade Education, and Engineering.
- This introductory, supplemental text, provides an effective overview of the basic essence of the construction industry, its impact on society, and the magnificent work it produces. It demonstrates the worldwide impact of the industry in all areas and civilizations of the world today.
- The intent of this text is to provide a broad view of the construction industry to develop fundamental understanding in the reader, of the industry's size, breadth, extent, versatility, impact, expertise, and assistance to life, worldwide, in many different formats, climates, and situations. Shows how industry fills the needs of society, and aids physical and economic development, and life in general. This understanding will provide the student/reader with a good founding, and a basis for putting their other course work in proper perspective.