Before you start think about your topic and keywords. Check out:
Try your keywords in:
Google Scholar or Library Search from the Library's homepage.
Use Library Search or Google Scholar for your initial search.
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Most articles are in electronic journals. Follow the online link to open the webpage and then pdf.
Use the Catalogue to find print and e-books.
A Dictionary of Construction, Surveying and Civil Engineering - Oxford University Press
Martindale's Calculators On-Line Center
ENGNET - Engineering Dictionary