CONSTRUCTION RESOURCES 

Knovel Library  (select Search Knovel) provides  a one-stop source for finding answers to science and engineering questions. The full text Knovel database contains some of the leading engineering reference handbooks, databases, and conference proceedings.

Topics covered include:

• adhesives
• civil engineering
• chemical engineering
• construction
• environmental engineering
• mechanical engineering
• semiconductors
• textiles
• safety
• plastics
• surface engineering

Some of the standard reference texts included are:

Composite Structures of Steel and Concrete
Concise Encyclopedia of Plastics
Construction Site Work, Site Utilities and Substructures Databook
Encyclopedia of Materials - Science and Technology
Foundation Engineering Handbook
Lange's Handbook of Chemistry
Marks' Standard Handbook for Mechanical Engineers, Machinery's Handbook
Perry's Chemical Engineers' Handbook

Use the Stout Library Catalog to identify books and media about your topic. Use a keyword guided search and then click on the Long View. You can then explore any of the listed subject headings by selecting the link.

Sometimes the University Library does not have the materials you need.  Search these resources and request: