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  • NCIDQ® Review Package (IDP6)

    NCIDQ® Review Package (IDP6)

    Save over $60. The NCIDQ Review Package is recommended by PPI for NCIDQ exam preparation. It is a collection of all our NCIDQ exam review materials in one package.
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    NCIDQ® Review Package (IDP6)

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    The NCIDQ Review Package saves you money on the exam review materials that have helped thousands of candidates pass their exams.

    This Package Includes:

    • Interior Design Reference Manual: Everything You Need to Know to Pass the NCIDQ® Exam (IDRM5), 5th Edition
    • NCIDQ® Section 1 Sample Questions and Practice Exam (ID1PX)
    • NCIDQ® Section 2 Sample Questions and Practice Exam (ID2PX)
    • NCIDQ® Section 3 Practice Exam for the Interior Design Practicum (ID3PX)
    • Interior Design in a Flash: Rapid Review of Key Topics for the NCIDQ® Exam (IDFL2), 2nd Edition
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  • Interior Design Reference Manual: Everything You Need to Know to Pass the NCIDQ Exam (IDRM5)

    Interior Design Reference Manual: Everything You Need to Know to Pass the NCIDQ Exam (IDRM5)

    The Interior Design Reference Manual offers the most comprehensive preparation available for all three sections of the NCIDQ exam.
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    Interior Design Reference Manual: Everything You Need to Know to Pass the NCIDQ Exam (IDRM5), 5th Edition

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    ISBN:  978-1-59126-304-3
    Copyright Date:    2010
    Page Count:    656
    Format:    Paperback
    Dimensions:    8 1/2 x 11
    Authors:    David Kent Ballast, FAIA, NCIDQ-Cert. No. 9425

    Successful exam preparation requires the best resources, and the Interior Design Reference Manual offers the most complete preparation available for all three sections of the NCIDQ exam. This thorough preparation has enabled thousands of candidates to pass their exams.

    In this 5th edition, exam content areas are covered chapter by chapter in the same order as the current NCIDQ exam specifications. Topics new to the exam have been added, and the sections on sustainable building and product certification rating systems have been expanded due to the topics' increasing importance on the exam and in the practice of interior design. The book's extensive coverage and clear organization will guide you through a comprehensive and focused exam review.

    Once you pass the exam, the Interior Design Reference Manual will serve as an excellent reference for your daily interior design practice. The Interior Design Reference Manual covers everything interior designers need to know about the 2009 International Building Code, ADA Accessibility Guidelines, business practices, ethics, and design standards.  

    Prepare to Pass the NCIDQ Exam

    • A thorough review of all exam content areas
    • Over 240 figures that illustrate interior design concepts and codes
    • Study guidelines, exam tips, strategies, and insights
    • More than 3,000 index entries of interior design terms and phrases

    Exam Content Areas Covered

    • Building Systems
    • Codes
    • Contract Administration
    • Construction Standards
    • Design Application
    • Professional Practice
    • Project Coordination

    What's New for the 5th Edition

    • Updated coverage of the 2009 International Building Code
    • New chapter on site analysis, including field surveys
    • New chapter on sourcing and researching for furniture, fixtures, and equipment
    • New section on pre-design, including researching the client and project type, setting up files, and identifying the design team construction delivery methods
    • New section on roof types
    • New section on fireplace codes
    • New section on clearances for luminaires
    • New section on the field measurement process
    • New section on building information modeling
    • Expanded chapter on sustainable design and product certification rating systems
    • Expanded chapter on project management, including project management techniques and follow-up
    • Expanded section on environmental design research, including evidence-based design
    • Building Systems
    • Codes
    • Contract Administration
    • Construction Standards
    • Design Application
    • Professional Practice
    • Project Coordination
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  • NCIDQ Section 1 Sample Questions and Practice Exam (ID1PX)

    NCIDQ Section 1 Sample Questions and Practice Exam (ID1PX)

    Get realistic practice with a 150-question practice exam that covers all Section 1 content areas.
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    NCIDQ Section 1 Sample Questions and Practice Exam (ID1PX)

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    ISBN:  978-1-59126-306-7
    Copyright Date:    2010
    Page Count:    122
    Format:    Paperback
    Dimensions:    8 1/2 x 11
    Authors:    David Kent Ballast, FAIA, NCIDQ-Cert. No. 9425

    The best way to prepare for Section 1 of the NCIDQ exam is by answering practice questions—the more questions the better. NCIDQ Section 1 Sample Questions and Practice Exam contains 250 exam-like, multiple-choice questions that cover all Section 1 content areas. The 150-question practice exam simulates the actual exam’s format and level of difficulty, enabling you to assess your exam readiness. Reviewing the detailed answers allows you to identify the exam content areas needing further review.

    Prepare to Pass NCIDQ Section 1

    • Exam-like questions increase your confidence and speed.
    • A realistic practice exam gives you insight into the types of questions on the exam.
    • Detailed answers explain and clarify concepts presented in the questions.

    Exam Content Areas Covered

    • Building Systems
    • Codes
    • Contract Administration
    • Construction Standards
    • Building Systems
    • Codes
    • Contract Administration
    • Construction Standards
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  • NCIDQ Section 2 Sample Questions and Practice Exam (ID2PX)

    NCIDQ Section 2 Sample Questions and Practice Exam (ID2PX)

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    NCIDQ Section 2 Sample Questions and Practice Exam (ID2PX)

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    ISBN:  978-1-59126-308-1
    Copyright Date:    2010
    Page Count:    114
    Format:    Paperback
    Dimensions:    8 1/2 x 11
    Authors:    David Kent Ballast, FAIA, NCIDQ-Cert. No. 9425

    The best way to prepare for Section 2 of the NCIDQ exam is by answering practice questions—the more questions the better. NCIDQ Section 2 Sample Questions and Practice Exam contains 250 exam-like, multiple-choice questions that cover all Section 2 content areas. The 150-question practice exam simulates the actual exam’s format and level of difficulty, enabling you to assess your exam readiness. Reviewing the detailed answers allows you to identify the exam content areas needing further review.

    Prepare to Pass NCIDQ Section 2

    • Exam-like questions increase your confidence and speed.
    • A realistic practice exam gives you insight into the types of questions on the exam.
    • Detailed answers explain and clarify concepts presented in the questions.

    Exam Content Areas Covered

    • Design Application
    • Professional Practice
    • Project Coordination 
    • Design Application
    • Professional Practice
    • Project Coordination
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  • NCIDQ Section 3 Practice Exam for the Interior Design Practicum (ID3PX)

    NCIDQ Section 3 Practice Exam for the Interior Design Practicum (ID3PX)

    Get realistic practice with 7 design exercises that cover all Section 3 content areas.
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    NCIDQ Section 3 Practice Exam for the Interior Design Practicum (ID3PX)

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    ISBN:  978-1-59126-310-4
    Copyright Date:    2010
    Page Count:    100
    Format:    Paperback
    Dimensions:    8 1/2 x 11
    Authors:    David Kent Ballast, FAIA, NCIDQ-Cert. No. 9425

    The best way to prepare for Section 3 of the NCIDQ exam is by creating solutions for design exercises—the more solutions, the better. NCIDQ Section 3 Practice Exam for the Interior Design Practicum contains seven design exercises that cover all Section 3 content areas. The practice exam includes descriptions and building code requirements for all design exercises to simulate the actual exam's format and level of difficulty. Reviewing the detailed examples of passing and failing solutions allows you to identify the exam content areas needing further review.  

    Prepare to Pass NCIDQ Section 3

    • Exam-like design exercises increase your confidence and speed.
    • A realistic practice exam provides insight into the types of exercises on the exam.
    • Blank full-scale drawing sheets allow you to create solutions using exam-like materials.
    • Detailed passing and failing solutions explain appropriate design solutions and highlight common pitfalls. 

    Exam Content Areas Covered

    • Space Planning
    • Lighting Design 
    • Egress
    • Life Safety
    • Restroom (Washroom)
    • Systems Integration
    • Millwork
    • Space Planning
    • Lighting Design 
    • Egress
    • Life Safety
    • Restroom (Washroom)
    • Systems Integration
    • Millwork

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  • NCIDQ® Practice Package (IDPP)

    NCIDQ® Practice Package (IDPP)

    Save over $40. Save when you purchase all three NCIDQ sample questions and practice exam books at once.
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    NCIDQ® Practice Package (IDPP)

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    Save when you purchase all three NCIDQ sample questions and practice exam books at once.

    Each sample questions and practice exam book contains

    • Exam-like questions to increase your confidence and speed
    • A realistic practice exam which provides insight into the types of questions on the exam
    • Detailed answers that explain and clarify concepts presented in questions

    This Package Includes:

    • NCIDQ® Section 1 Sample Questions and Practice Exam (ID1PX)
    • NCIDQ® Section 2 Sample Questions and Practice Exam (ID2PX)
    • NCIDQ® Section 3 Practice Exam for the Interior Design Practicum (ID3PX)

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  • Interior Construction & Detailing for Designers and Architects (ICD5)

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

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    ISBN:  978-1-59126-337-1
    Copyright Date:    2011
    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
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  • Student Workbook for the Fifth Edition of Interior Construction & Detailing (ICDSW5)

    Student Workbook for the Fifth Edition of Interior Construction & Detailing (ICDSW5)

    The Student Workbook for the Fifth Edition of Interior Construction & Detailing is a companion for students using Interior Construction & Detailing, 5th Edition (ICD5) in an instructor-led class.
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    Student Workbook for the Fifth Edition of Interior Construction & Detailing (ICDSW5)

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    ISBN:  978-1-59126-340-1
    Copyright Date:    2011
    Page Count:    180
    Format:    Looseleaf Sheets
    Dimensions:    8 1/2 x 11
    Authors:    David Kent Ballast, FAIA, NCIDQ-Cert. No. 9425

    The Student Workbook for the Fifth Edition of Interior Construction & Detailing contains instructions and base sheets for all the exercises, multiple-choice questions (without answers), lists of further references, and appendices from the Instructor Manual for the Fifth Edition of Interior Construction & Detailing (ICDIM5).

    A free electronic (PDF) download is available for this product. Click here for more information.

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  • Interior Design in a Flash: Rapid Review of Key Topics for the NCIDQ® Exam (IDFL2)

    Interior Design in a Flash: Rapid Review of Key Topics for the NCIDQ® Exam (IDFL2)

    These 400 cards are the perfect supplement for NCIDQ preparation. They challenge your recall of definitions, principles, codes, standards, and more.
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    Interior Design in a Flash: Rapid Review of Key Topics for the NCIDQ® Exam (IDFL2)

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    ISBN:  978-1-59126-316-6
    Copyright Date:    2010
    Page Count:    400 Cards
    Format:    Cards
    Dimensions:    3 x 4
    Authors:    David Kent Ballast, FAIA, NCIDQ-Cert. No. 9425

    If you are preparing for the NCIDQ exam, these 400 cards will challenge your recall of important definitions, principles, codes, and standards. Each card contains key information in the form of a question. You can assess your knowledge and identify areas needing further review by looking at the answers on the reverse side of the card.

    Quickly Review Important Topics for the NCIDQ Exam

    • Memorize key concepts.
    • Increase your problem-solving speed.
    • Improve your confidence.

    Features

    • Organized and numbered according to the current exam sections and subsections
    • Color-coded by exam section
    • Updated to the 2009 International Building Code

    Exam Content Areas Covered

    • Building Systems
    • Codes
    • Contract Administration
    • Construction Standards
    • Design Application
    • Project Coordination

    PPI does not accept returns of flashcards if the package has been opened.

    • Building Systems
    • Codes
    • Contract Administration
    • Construction Standards
    • Design Application
    • Project Coordination
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  • IDEX Essentials: The Power to Pass the IDEX California Exam (IDEXES)

    IDEX Essentials: The Power to Pass the IDEX California Exam (IDEXES)

    Prepare to pass the IDEX California® exam with more than 265 sample questions, complete with fully explained answers.
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    IDEX Essentials: The Power to Pass the IDEX California Exam (IDEXES)

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    ISBN:  978-1-59126-189-6
    Copyright Date:    2009
    Page Count:    480
    Format:    Paperback
    Dimensions:    8 1/2 x 11
    Authors:    David Kent Ballast, FAIA, NCIDQ-Cert. No. 9425

    IDEX Essentials: The Power to Pass the IDEX California® Exam provides a thorough review of each of the IDEX California exam's three domains. IDEX Essentials covers everything interior designers need to know about the 2007 California Building Code, business practices, ethics, and design standards.

    Prepare to Pass the IDEX California Exam

    • Over 150 figures that illustrate interior design concepts and codes
    • More than 265 exam-like questions, complete with fully explained answers
    • Study guidelines, exam tips, strategies, and insights
    • A complete index of figures, tables, codes, and concepts 

    Exam Topics Covered

    • Administration
    • Construction Types
    • Interior Finish Requirements
    • Accessibility
    • Miscellaneous Requirements
    • Occupancy
    • Fire Resistive Requirements
    • Means of Egress
    • Building Systems
    • Professional Ethics
    • Contractual Issues Between Client and Design Professional
    • California Legal Issues
    • Business Procedures
    • Design Theory
    • Design Phase
    • Environmental Requirements
    • Finishes, Furnishings, Fixtures, and Equipment
    • Human Factors
    • Contract Documents
    • Contract Administration Process
    • Administration
    • Construction Types
    • Interior Finish Requirements
    • Accessibility
    • Miscellaneous Requirements
    • Occupancy
    • Fire Resistive Requirements
    • Means of Egress
    • Building Systems
    • Professional Ethics
    • Contractual Issues Between Client and Design Professional
    • California Legal Issues
    • Business Procedures
    • Design Theory
    • Design Phase
    • Environmental Requirements
    • Finishes, Furnishings, Fixtures, and Equipment
    • Human Factors
    • Contract Documents
    • Contract Administration Process
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  • Customizable Book Tabs (TABPPI)

    Customizable Book Tabs (TABPPI)

    New Product. Organize your exam references using these attractive, durable, and easily customizable crack-and-peel book tabs.
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    Customizable Book Tabs (TABPPI)

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    Copyright Date:    2011
    Page Count:    24 Tabs
    Format:    Tabs
    Dimensions:    1 1/4 x 1/2
    Authors:    Editors of PPI

    Quickly locate important information on exam day with these 24 customizable, crack-and-peel book tabs from PPI.

    The Ideal Tool for Organizing Information in Your References

    • Simple to affix to a book page
    • Easily customizable and attractive
    • Tear resistant thanks to their special design

    Please note: Not all state boards allow the use of tabbed reference materials during exams. Confirm with your state board whether you are permitted to use tabbed references.

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