Mechanical and Electrical Systems in Buildings 4th Edition

Mechanical and Electrical Systems in Buildings 4th Edition provides an overview of the principles and applications of all basic mechanical and electrical systems. It is designed to bridge the ever-widening gap between textbooks and the realities that confront engineering and construction professionals. The book explores emerging technological and environmental issues and makes reference to essential engineering calculations. It also contains condensed data illustrating key principles and basic design data examples. Provides a comprehensive and practical overview of building heating, air-conditioning, electrical, illumination, plumbing and fire protection systems. Featuring the latest information on noise and vibration, building load calculation and space planning requirements, the emphasis in the text is on the operating principles of equipment and systems rather than on construction details.