1. The planning and layout of swimming pools -- 2. Basic characteristics of the materials used in the construction of swimming pools -- 3. Factors affecting the durability of reinforced concrete and cement-based materials used in the construction of swimming pools -- 4. Construction of swimming pool shells in insitu reinforced concrete -- 5. Construction of swimming pool shells in reinforced sprayed concrete and other materials -- 6. External works -- 7. Finishing the pool shell and associated structures ; problems with pool hall roofs -- 8. Water circulation and water treatment -- 9. Notes on heating swimming pools and energy conservation -- 10. Maintenance and repairs to swimming pools.