A Simplified Approach To Concrete Technology

A Simplified Approach To Concrete Technology by P. K. Nag

This practice-oriented book provides a lucid yet comprehensive coverage of engineering in the field of properties of Concrete Technology and uses of the materials commonly used in structures in India and abroad. It is primarily designed as an introductory textbook for the students pursuing undergraduate degree ( B.E/B.Tech ) and diploma courses in Civil Engineering and Architecture. The text will also benefit the students and the young teachers for their classroom lectures. Profusely illustrated with tables, diagrams and list of experiments for Concrete Laboratory, the book exposes the readers to the basics of concrete materials and their specifications. The text also acquaints the readers with the traditional as well as modern materials and their uses available in the market. The references to IS codes and standards make this text suitable for further study and field use.

Foreword

Preface

Syllabus

1. CONCRETE 

2. PORTLAND CEMENT 

3. AGGREGATES 

4. PROPERTIES OF FRESH CONCRETE 

5. STRENGTH OF CONCRETE 

6. ADMIXTURES 

SOME IMPORTANT TEST ON CEMENT/CONCRETE 

Tests on Cement 

Tests on Aggregate 

Tests on Coarse and Fine Aggregates 

Tests on Concrete 

Index