Construction Materials for Civil Engineering Second Edition is written for tertiary students who are studying towards a National Diploma or Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering. It is essential reading for anyone looking to gain a firm grounding in the application of materials within the field of civil engineering in general. Construction Materials for Civil Engineering Second Edition bridges the gap between school and university by explaining, in plain language, the fundamentals of civil engineering through practical examples and everyday concepts. The book has been fully revised and includes a new chapter on internal building materials used for finishes.