Professional ethics, values and code of conduct are a part of every profession and all professionals are aided by them. This book details on professional practice applicable for the Architects, Engineers and Construction Managers.
The textbook details on the Acts and Laws related to architectural norms, along with the nitty-gritties of contract management and tenders. The book also attempts to address and provide an overview of the field, ranging from an architect's duties and responsibilities to the related areas like valuation and an architect's role towards concerned industry verticals, like interior designing, landscape designing and urban designing.
It also touches upon construction management concepts, which help in enhancing and empowering professionals and students involved in various undergoing projects. The book is incorporated with figures, tables, illustrations and examples to explain the concepts in detail. The Appendices are further added to provide additional insight on the subject. The book is intended for undergraduate students of Architecture and Civil Engineering.
Preface
List of Tables
List of Figures
Abbreviations
Chapter 1: Architect and Profession
Chapter 2: Architect Act and Professional Services
Chapter 3: Architectural Competitions
Chapter 4: Management of Contract
Chapter 5: Tenders
Chapter 6: Site Management of Works
Chapter 7: General Conditions of Contract
Chapter 8: Arbitration
Chapter 9: Valuation
Chapter 10: Fire Insurance
Chapter 11: Types of Land Holdings Leasehold and Freehold
Chapter 12: Dilapidations
Chapter 13: Easements
Chapter 14: Standard Rent
Chapter 15: Land Acquisition Act 1894
Chapter 16: Building Cost Index
Chapter 17: Building Bye - laws
Chapter 18: National Building Code
Chapter 19: Vaasthu
Chapter 20: Architect and Building Industry
Appendices
References
Index
