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  • ARE Review Manual (ARRM2)
    New Edition. Updated to the 2007 AIA documents and the 2009 IBCthe ARE Review Manual provides complete coverage of all the divisions of the ARE.
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    $210

    ARE Review Manual (ARRM2), 2nd Edition

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    ISBN:  978-1-59126-321-0
    Page Count:    800
    Format:    Paperback
    Dimensions:    8 1/2 x 11
    Authors:    David Kent Ballast, FAIA, CSI, NCIDQ-Cert. No. 9425, Steven E. O Hara, PE

    Successful exam preparation requires the best resources, and the ARE Review Manual gives you the power to pass all seven divisions of the ARE. Updated to the 2007 AIA documents and the 2009 International Building Code, this one book provides you with a complete and comprehensive review of the content areas covered on the ARE divisions. Additional chapters covering basic mathematics, important building regulations, and barrier-free design supplement your preparation regime.

    Prepare to pass all seven divisions of the ARE with

    • a thorough review of the content areas covered
    • hundreds of tables and figures
    • advice, tips, and strategies on how to take the exams 
    • exam preparation guidelines

    ARE Divisions Covered

    • Building Design & Construction Systems
    • Building Systems
    • Construction Documents & Services
    • Programming, Planning & Practice
    • Schematic Design
    • Site Planning & Design
    • Structural Systems

    The 2nd edition of the ARE Review Manual has been updated to reflect the most recent editions of the following codes and standards:

    • 2005 Americans with Disabilities Act and Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Guidelines
    • 2005 AISC Steel Construction Manual, 13th Edition
    • 2007 AIA Contract Documents
    • 2008 ACI 318, Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete
    • 2008 National Electrical Code (NFPA 70)
    • 2008 SectionFormat
    • 2009 International Building Code
    • 2009 Life Safety Code (NFPA 101)
    • 2009 LEED Rating Systems
    • 2009 International Plumbing Code
    • 2009 International Mechanical Code
    • 2009 International Energy Conservation Code
    • 2010 CSI MasterFormat™

    What’s New in the 2nd Edition

    New Coverage of the Following Topics:

    • Building Information Modeling
    • Integrated Project Delivery
    • Lighting Control
    • New Kinds of Lighting Fixtures and Lamps
    • Site Acoustics
    • Site Security
    • Supplementary Cementitious Materials
    • The Use of Color
    • Waste Stabilization Ponds
    • Water Treatment Methods

    Expanded Coverage of the Following Topics:

    • Air Barriers
    • Dispute Resolution
    • Emergency and Standby Power Systems
    • Energy Conservation
    • Green Roofs
    • Insulation
    • Project Financing
    • Restoration of Historic Buildings
    • Sustainable Building Programs
    • Building Design & Construction Systems
    • Building Systems
    • Construction Documents & Services
    • Programming, Planning & Practice
    • Schematic Design
    • Site Planning & Design
    • Structural Systems
    $210
  • Interior Construction & Detailing for Designers and Architects (ICD5)
    New Edition. Interior design and architecture students will benefit from the design and construction topics covered in this valuable resource.
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    $110

    Interior Construction & Detailing for Designers and Architects (ICD5), 5th Edition

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    ISBN:  978-1-59126-337-1
    Page Count:    510
    Format:    Paperback
    Dimensions:    8 1/2 x 11
    Authors:    David Kent Ballast, FAIA, NCIDQ-Cert. No. 9425

    Interior Construction & Detailing for Designers and Architects provides comprehensive coverage of materials, finishes, construction assemblies, mechanical and electrical systems, building codes, and design standards. It covers a broad range of knowledge needed for both commercial and residential projects. Interior designers, architects, students, and anyone working in interior design and construction will find Interior Construction & Detailing a valuable resource. Interior Construction & Detailing also makes a great reference for ARE and NCIDQ® exam preparation.

    Comprehensive Reference for Interior Construction and Detailing Principles

    • Clear explanations help you determine how to select suitable materials and components
    • More than 700 tables and figures clarify concepts
    • A thorough index allows you to quickly find information
    • Construction Specification Institute MasterFormat™ numbers are used for convenience
    • 2009 International Building Code references provide up-to-date coverage

    Topics Covered

    • Acoustics
    • Architectural Woodwork
    • Audiovisual Spaces
    • Barrier-Free Design
    • Building Codes and Regulations
    • Building Investigation
    • Ceilings
    • Decorative Metals
    • Doors and Hardware
    • Flooring Construction and Finishes
    • Glazing
    • Means of Egress
    • Mechanical and Electrical Systems Coordination
    • Partitions
    • Signage Systems
    • Stair Design and Construction
    • Structural Coordination
    • Sustainable Design
    • Wall Finishes

    Topics Covered

    • Acoustics
    • Architectural Woodwork
    • Audiovisual Spaces
    • Barrier-Free Design
    • Building Codes and Regulations
    • Building Investigation
    • Ceilings
    • Decorative Metals
    • Doors and Hardware
    • Flooring Construction and Finishes
    • Glazing
    • Means of Egress
    • Mechanical and Electrical Systems Coordination
    • Partitions
    • Signage Systems
    • Stair Design and Construction
    • Structural Coordination
    • Sustainable Design
    • Wall Finishes
    $110
  • Seismic Design of Building Structures (SEIS10)

    New Edition. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to core seismic concepts and principles, and offers essential background information for engineering and architecture exams.
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    $90

    Seismic Design of Building Structures (SEIS10), 10th Edition

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    ISBN:  978-1-59126-354-8
    Page Count:    288
    Format:    Paperback
    Dimensions:    8 1/2 x 11
    Authors:    Michael R. Lindeburg, PE, Kurt M. McMullin, PE

    Seismic Design of Building Structures provides a comprehensive introduction to core seismic concepts and principles. It offers essential background information for seismic problems on the California Special Civil Seismic exam, the Structural Engineering (SE) exam, and the Architect Registration Examination (ARE). 15 chapters and 16 appendices provide a concise but thorough review of seismic theory, code application, design principles, and structural analysis.

    A Comprehensive Review of Seismic Concepts and Principles

    • A thorough review of seismic building codes
    • Easy-to-use formulas, figures, and tables
    • Detailed illustrations and definitions of seismic terminology
    • 129 practice problems
    • 34 example problems
    • A complete index

    What's New for the 10th Edition?

    • Thoroughly updated for ACI 318-08, ACI 530-08, and IBC-09 seismic building codes
    • Two indices—one for terms, figures, and tables, and one for codes used in the book  

    Topics Covered

    • Basic Seismology
    • Diaphragm Theory
    • Earthquake Characteristics
    • Effects of Earthquakes on Structures
    • General Structural Design
    • Response of Structures
    • Seismic Building Codes
    • Seismic-Resistant Concrete Structures
    • Seismic-Resistant Masonry Structures
    • Seismic-Resistant Steel Structures
    • Seismic-Resistant Wood Structures
    • Special Design Features
    • Tilt-Up Construction
    • Vibration Theory

    An Introduction to Seismic Design for the

    • California Special Civil Seismic exam
    • California Structural Engineer Seismic exam
    • Civil PE exam
    • Structural Engineering (SE) exam
    • Architect Registration Examination (ARE)

     

    Topics Covered

    • Basic Seismology
    • Diaphragm Theory
    • Earthquake Characteristics
    • Effects of Earthquakes on Structures
    • General Structural Design
    • Response of Structures
    • Seismic Building Codes
    • Seismic-Resistant Concrete Structures
    • Seismic-Resistant Masonry Structures
    • Seismic-Resistant Steel Structures
    • Seismic-Resistant Wood Structures
    • Special Design Features
    • Tilt-Up Construction
    • Vibration Theory
    $90

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