Illustrated 2006 Building Codes Handbook (Illustrated Building Code Handbook) [Hardcover]

Terry Patterson (Author)

Book Description

Series: Illustrated Building Code Handbook | Publication Date: August 17, 2006

A highly-visual approach simplifies the complex 2006 International Building Code

This unique, one-stop reference is your most important resource for understanding and applying the 2006 International Building Code as it visually interprets complicated Code requirements with illustrations, examples, and explanations.

• Helps solve both nonstandard and routine situations with case study examples

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From the Back Cover

A Unique Visual Guide for Understanding and Applying the Complex 2006 International Building Code

Turn to the Illustrated 2006 Building Code Handbook for expert interpretation of the 2006 International Building Code as well as the design and detailed drawings for applying it. Formatted to save time and money, this reference turns difficult paragraphs into simple lists and converts equations into easy-access tables. The Illustrated 2006 Building Code Handbook is also an ideal companion for those studying for the design portion of the architectural licensing examination.

Features:

• Numerous illustrations and examples that clarify complicated Code
• Practical case studies for solving both nonstandard and routine problems
• Real-world design requirements that bring recent grads up to speed on current practice

Achieve Full Compliance with Every Aspect of the 2006 Code:
* Administration * Definitions * Use and Occupancy Classification * Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy * General Building Heights and Areas * Types of Construction * Fire-Resistance-Rated Construction * Interior Finishes * Fire Protection Systems * Means of Egress * Accessibility * Interior Environment * Energy Efficiency * Exterior Walls * Roof Assemblies and Rooftop Structures * Structural Design * Structural Tests and Special Inspections * Soils and Foundations * Concrete * Aluminum * Masonry * Steel * Wood * Glass and Glazing * Gypsum Board and Plaster * Plastic * Electrical * Mechanical Systems * Plumbing Systems * Elevators and Conveying Systems * Special Construction * Encroachments into the Public Right-of- Way * Safeguards During Construction * Existing Structures * Referenced Standards.

About the Author

Terry L. Patterson is a licensed architect and the W. Edwin Bryan, Jr. Professor of Architecture at the University of Oklahoma. He has more than thirty years of professional and teaching experience, and is the author of a dozen books on subjects including Frank Lloyd Wright, the philosophy of building materials, the teaching and practice of architectural technology, and building codes.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1116 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional; 3 edition (August 17, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0071457992
• ISBN-13: 978-0071457996
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.6 x 2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #393,774 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Makes Sense out of the Building Code, January 29, 2007

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John Matlock "Gunny" (Winnemucca, NV) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Illustrated 2006 Building Codes Handbook (Illustrated Building Code Handbook) (Hardcover)

This handbook is a plain English guide to the Building Codes that are used (more or less) across the United States.

More or Less - means that the individual codes are used by most places, but not all. Some areas have enhanced the codes to strengthen particular areas. When new codes come in, it takes time for them to get approved all across the country, so some places will have the older version, some the newer.

Plain English - means that the codes themselves are written in what's called 'code text.' This is a quasi legal kind of writing that is intended to minimize errors in intrepretation, but which doesn't exactly succeed except that it succeeds in being difficult to read.

This book presents the code in an easy to understand format. It is much easier to read, but lacks the legal precision of the code itself. Use this book for understanding what the code means. Use the code itself if you are going to court, and reference this book if you're having to explain it to a jury.

This is an excellent approach, and the book is very well written and cross referenced to the code itself.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 2006 Building Code Handbook, January 14, 2008

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Marilyn Wong - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Illustrated 2006 Building Codes Handbook (Illustrated Building Code Handbook) (Hardcover)

This book was purchased for our office and we are using it constantly. We bought it for the lowest price and we are happy with the condition and the timeliness arrival of the purchase.

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A helpful reference, March 1, 2010

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Lee Decarolis "RockawayLee" (Rockaway, NJ) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Illustrated 2006 Building Codes Handbook (Illustrated Building Code Handbook) (Hardcover)

I found this book very useful in helping to explain some of the more complicated code issues. Every section is cross referenced to the actual code and an abundance of useful details and diagrams are provided. It helps me save a lot of time and have confidence with my design issues.