Notes (Civil Tech)
Notes (Civil Tech)
CIVIL TECHNOLOGY 2
NEOLITHIC ERA - During this period, human dugs the first permanent wells.
These wells allowed vessels to be filled and p carried by hand. wells dating
back I to 8500 BCE have been discovered in Cyprus, while those in the
Jezreel Valley date to around 6500 BLE.
ANCIENT CHINA - Some of the earliest evidence of water wells are located
in China. The Neolithic Chinese discovered and made extensive use of deep
drilled groundwater for drinking!
GALVANIZED STEEL - is a steel pipe that has been treated with a zinc
coating. This galvanized coating keeps the water from corroding the pipe.
COPPER - mostly used for hot and cold water distribution, as well as being
regularly used in HVAC.
4 TYPES of PVC
1. PVC-U (unplasticised PVC)
2. C-PVC (chlorinated pvc)
3. PVC-0 (molecular uriented pvc)
4. Modified PVC
POLYETHYLENE - PEX- like PVC, this option is resistant to rust and highly
durable. It's fairly new on the market, is easy to cut and has flexibility which
means it can be used for creating bend. PEX is also resistant like gutters,
ditches and water to direct water away from buildings and paved surfaces.
SWALES- a grass drainage swale is an open channel that collects water from
hard surfaces and allows it to percolate into the ground, reducing the
amount of runoff leaving the road or property
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HISTORY OF MASONRY
MASONRY is the art and craft of building and fabricating in stone, clay,
brick, or concrete blocks. construction of poured concrete, reinforced on
unreinforced, is often also considered masonry.
EARLY DAYS
Stonehenge was constructed in stages, the earliest of which is nearly
5,000 years ago. The pyramids were also built across time, be- ginning
in the old kingdom, between 2691 and 2625 BC to the close of the Pto-
lemaic period in the 4th century.
MIDDLE AGES
Masonry's broad nature changed during the Middle Ages, as masonry
became more specialized, with craftsmen dedicating them- selves
exclusively to the trade.
THE RENAISSANCE
The Renaissance Period (14th century to the 17th century) saw
renewed interest in classical architecture, with maron's studying and
technologies being introduced to the field. Masons now used power
tools, such as saws and drills, to shape and out stones, while
computer-aided design (CAD) Soft- ware has revolutionized the way
designs are created and executed.
INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION
The Industrial Revolution, first coined by the English economic
historian Arnold Toynbee to describe Britain's economic development
from 1740 το 1840, brought about significant changes in the field of
masonry.
MASONRY TODAY
Masonry continues to be an essential part of the construction industry.
Materially to stack bricks properly, how to recognize high-quality
bricks, and the significance of frog in bricks.
STONE MASONRY
stone is the most durable, strong and weather-resistant construction
material compared with any others. They are less affected by daily
wear and tear. Masonry structures made out of stonehenge last for a
longer period. It has a life period of 300 to 1000 years. Due to its
numerous advantages, it is widely used in masonry construction.
CONCRETE MASONRY
In concrete masonry construction, the concrete blocks que pressed on
the top of others similar to brick masonry construction. This creates a
staggered formation. The dimension of concrete blocks is larger
compared to bricks, so less time is required to lay concrete blocks.
VENEER MASONRY
This masonry construction is a type mainly used for remodeling and to
provide interior finish. It gives the appearance of a stone or brick wall
with a better economy and insulation. Veneer masonry units can be
placed on the existing concrete wall giving a better appearance.
CABIN MASONRY
Gabions are constrict commonly used to wall to prevent erosion. The
individual cages are often seen stacked on top of each other at the
side of and note down its weight then submerge the brick in water for
a long period of time.
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TYPE of BRICKS : COMPOSITION
Clay Bricks revered for their timeless appeal and durability, have been staple
in construction for centuries. These bricks are crafted from natural day,
which is soaked, molded, dried, fired in kilns to achieve the desired strength
and texture.
Fire Bricks also known as refractory bricks, are designed to withstand high
temperature and thermal shock. They are made from special refractory
materials, such as clay alumina, silicate or Magnesia.
Fly Ash Bricks are made from a combination of fly ash (a product of aal
combustion), rand and cement. Fly ash bricks are light- weight, durable, and
possess good thermal insulation properties.
Sand-Lime Bricks are made from a mixture of sand, lime, and water. The
mixture is molded under high pressure and then cured in lave or auto- steam
chamber. sand-lime Conics offer high strength, good fire resistance, and
excellent sound insulation properties.
CONCRETE BRICKS are manufactured by mixing cement, Sand, aggregate
and water.
S-QUARE BRICKS refer to a type of bricks that are shaped resembling the
number 8. These bricks are commonly used in construction and have a
unique design that allows for casy interlocking and stability.
Norman Bricks also known as Roman bricks are a type of brick that
originated in ancient Rome. They are known for having one or more hollow
vads inside. These make the bricks lighter in weight compared to solid bricks
while retaining their strengths and durability.
Paving Brick a vitrified clay bricks tightly larger than building the brick and
used construction of pavement surface.
Cored Bricks have vertical "cores" or perforations which means that cored-
bricks are lighter and are easier to lay than solid bricks.
Perforated Bricks have holes running through it top to bottom. It enhanced
ventilation and insulation.
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TYPES of TILES
What is Tiles? a flat day, stone or curved piece of fired of for roofs, floors
concrete used especially or walls.
TILES
Ceramic tiles are a popular floor tile option for areas like bathrooms
and kitchens be- cause they resist water. Ceramic tiles are also durable
floor tillers and are cone in a variety of colors. One problem ceramic
tiles have is that they may be uncomfortable to walk or stand of their
hardness.
Porcelain Tiles are similar to ceramic tiles, but they are more durable.
They also come in many unique styles and are moisture-resistant
Unlike ceramic and porcelain tiles, glass tiles are not made using day.
People of ton se glass tiles in kitchens and bathrooms stylistic
compliments to ceramic tiles.
Cement Tiles are made with a mix of concrete and natural materials.
They are extremely durable and inexpensive. Because they are air-
oured instead
SPACERS
Tile spacers are small plastic bits that are shaped like an "X" or a"T"
They go between tiles to make sure that they are placed evenly, a
professional floor tiling jab.
TILES LEVELING SYSTEM
Using a tile leveling system will help prevent slippage and prevent the
creation of tripping hazards from unevenly laid tiles.
TROWEL
V-Notched Trowel has V-shaped notches, which provide better control
over adhesive distribution
Flat V-Notched Trowel allows you to put more which provides a thin-set
down, stronger grip for the tile.
Square Notch Trowel typically dispense more mortar than V-
and leaves behind some form of protection.
Personal protective Equipment (PPE) is equipment worn to minimize
exposure to hazards that cause serious workplace injuries and illnesses.
Gloves
Knee Pads
Safety Goggles MB
Dusk Mask / Respirators
Hearing protection
IMPORTANCE OF TILING
Tiles serve more than just their function as a protective surface for areas of
your home. as They play an important role in the interior design of your
home by creating an atmosphere that adds to the look and feel of the living
space. Because of this importance, chasing from various style, molars,
textures, shapes, and materials can sometimes be difficult.