The fifth edition of this hallmark text has been thoroughly updated in conformity with the rapid changes that have taken place in the field of cement and concrete technology. It takes the lead in presenting the various aspects involved in enhancing the product performance leading to high-performance and cost-effective concrete.

1. Concrete as Construction Material 2. Concrete Making Materials—I: Cement 3. Concrete Making Materials—II: Aggregate 4. Concrete Making Materials—III: Water 5. Chemical Admixtures and Mineral Additives 6. Properties of Fresh Concrete 7. Rheology of Concrete 8. Properties of Hardened Concrete 9. Quality Control of Concrete 10. Proportioning of Concrete Mixes 11. Production of Concrete 12. Concrete Under Extreme Environmental Conditions 13. Inspection and Testing 14. Special Concretes and Concreting Techniques 15. Deterioration of Concrete and its Prevention 16. High-Perfomance Concretes 17. Repair Technology for Concrete Structures Appendix