Architectural Drafting and Design [Hardcover]

Alan Jefferis (Author), David A. Madsen (Author), David P. Madsen (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 26, 2010 | ISBN-10: 1435481623 | ISBN-13: 978-1435481626 | Edition: 6

ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING AND DESIGN, 6E is an ideal book for all architectural drafters and CAD operators, whether beginning, intermediate, or advanced. An important feature of this best-seller is its step-by-step instructions for the design and layout of each type of drawing associated with a complete set of architectural plans, with projects that can be completed using either CAD or manual drawing methods. The basics of residential design, commercial drafting, basic materials used for construction, common construction methods, and drawings typically associated with commercial construction are all covered in this comprehensive book, which is written to meet the most recent editions of IRC and IBC. Readers will be introduced to the various types of projects that a designer or architect is likely to complete during the actual design process and will gain the knowledge needed to complete the drawings required by most municipalities to obtain a building permit for a single-family residence.

Editorial Reviews

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"I absolutely loved this book. Once I started reading this book, it was hard to put it down. It was much like a well loved novel. The proposed organization of this book was great. It is well written. The information in the charts and illustrations fit each topic. Many of the chapters were short in length which made it easier to offer one a chance to absorb the subject better…. There is enough information in this book that several syllabuses can be made up for several semesters."

"This book provides a very comprehensive outlook into residential architectural design and drafting. It discusses all aspects of architectural design."

"The information contained on all plan areas is great. My students learn very much from this text. It is very self explanatory, easy to read and comprehend. Illustrations shown throughout the text help students understand what is being taught."

About the Author

Alan Jefferis, who obtained his BS degree from San Diego State University in 1972, has been an instructor of drafting technology at Clackamas Community College, an Authorized AutoCAD Training Center, for over thirty-one years. Prior to that, Mr. Jefferis taught for four years at Mt. Hood Community College in Gresham, Oregon. His professional experience includes eight years of drafting for structural engineers and thirty years of residential designing. Currently, he is the owner of Residential Designs, as well as an Autodesk Developer Network member and a former member of the A.I.B.D. Mr. Jefferis is the co-author of numerous books from Delmar Cengage Learning, including RESIDENTIAL DESIGN, DRAFTING AND DETAILING, ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING AND DESIGN, COMMERCIAL DRAFTING AND DETAILING', AUTOCAD FOR ARCHITECTURE, and PRINT READING FOR ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION.

David Madsen is Faculty Emeritus, Former Department Chair Drafting of Technology at Clackamas Community College, an Autodesk Premier Training Center in Oregon City, Oregon. He is an Autodesk Developer Network Member and Director Emeritus of the American Design Drafting Association. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1127 pages
• Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning; 6 edition (February 26, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1435481623
• ISBN-13: 978-1435481626
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.9 x 1.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #73,993 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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28 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A very great book for the architect or design student, October 27, 1998

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This review is from: Architectural Drafting and Design (Hardcover)

This book is great. It has everything in it you need to know about different architect and design terms. There are also a lot of floor plan sketches in it to show you how they are done. This book has many units on individual topics. The plumbing section is interesting along with the electrical. I reccomend this book to anyone who is interested in studying architect or drafting. This is a great book to solve all of your worries about the field of architecture.

19 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great for a newcomer to the architectural world, September 25, 2002

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"cwtahoe" (Pleasant Hill, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Architectural Drafting and Design (Hardcover)

I bought it used (1996 edition)at a bargain rate, in top condition. I'm changing from mechanical to architectural design and the book is priceless for me. It has all the basics, and lots of details. The book is a textbook with assignments and tests. Saves going to class. The focus is on design rather than CAD.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This Is An Outstanding Textbook, October 19, 2010

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Larry Cohn - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Architectural Drafting and Design (Hardcover)

I have nothing but wonderful things to say about the Architectural Drafting and Design textbook. It is one of the most comprehensive, clear, well-organized, easy-to-read textbooks of its type. If you plan on preparing to take the test to be ADDA certified, or just desire a great depth and breadth of the subject, this is the book for you. It is an incredible book that you will absolutely love reading and studying. The foundational knowledge and understanding you will gain from it is invaluable and worth every minute of your time. Thank you, David Madsen and Alan Jefferis, for writing it.