Construction Geometry, Second Edition

This textbook is designed to develop an understanding of geometrical applications for students in carpentry, millwork, building, and drafting courses. Each unit starts with simple exercises and moves to more complex assignments.

Categories: , Tag:

This textbook is designed to develop an understanding of geometrical applications for students in carpentry, millwork, building, and drafting courses. Each unit starts with simple exercises and moves to more complex assignments.

Also included is information on designing and building roofs, stairs, tunnels, arches, and vaults.

About the Author

Brian Walmsley, C.E.T. C.&G., has had a varied career in the building construction industry, ranging from the renovation of old structures to large-scale building projects. He served his carpentry apprenticeship in England and received the London City and Guilds Certificate for Carpentry. In Canada, Brian continued his technical studies at Mohawk College, McMaster University, and attended teacher’s college. He holds the following certificates: Ontario Certificate of Qualification for Carpentry, Engineering Technician, Canadian Industrial Management Association certificate, and Ontario Teachers and Community College In-Service Training Certificate. He was coordinator of carpentry at George Brown College in Toronto. Now retired from teaching, he is consulting with the woodworking and construction industries.