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Printreading for Residential and Light Commercial Construction 5th Edition presents information applicable to the carpentry, electrical, mechanical, and general building trades, and provides authentic printreading experiences using contemporary prints. Single and multifamily dwellings, plus mixed-use and light commercial project plans are covered in the book. Specifications describing the building components and construction procedures are also included for two of the projects, the Brick-Veneer Residence and the Wendy's Restaurant.
New content areas include sustainable construction, project delivery systems, construction professionals, building information modeling (BIM), zoning and permitting, fireproofing, green building technology, and LEED certification. Expanded coverage of construction materials, CSI MasterFormat, and building codes compliment the prints. A quantity takeoff chapter provides an introduction to the principles and techniques of printreading for quantity takeoff, which can be used as basis of for a construction estimate.
Each text contains a CD-ROM designed as a self-study aid to enhance content included in the book. The CD-ROM includes Quick Quizzes, Illustrated Glossary, Wendy's Restaurant - Prints, Wendy's Restaurant - Specifications, MasterMath Problems, Media Clips, and Reference Material.
From the Introduction
Printreading for Residential and Light Commercial Construction, 5th Edition, provides printreading experience in residential and light commercial construction. Printreading fundamentals, construction materials, and light frame construction utilized in residential and light commercial buildings are covered in detail.
New topics in this edition include sustainable construction, project delivery systems, construction professionals, building information modeling (BIM), zoning and permitting, fireproofing, green building technology, and LEED certification. Expanded topics include construction materials and methods, CSI MasterFormat, and building codes.
Five sets of plans are included in the storage folder that accompanies the Printreading for Residential and Light Commercial Construction book. These plans are discussed in detail in the associated chapters of the book. Additionally, three trade plans provide an opportunity to enhance printreading skills. Electronic versions of the five plans and the Wendy's specifications are also included on the CD-ROM in the back of the book.
Information about using the Printreading for Residential and Light Commercial Construction CD-ROM is included on the last page of the book.
- Tech Facts provide supplemental information to chapter topics.
- Photographs, technical illustrations, and print examples visually enforce the topics covered in the text.
- Review Questions, Trade Competency Tests and the Exam assess the student's comprehension of subject matter covered in the text.
- Chapter Introductions preview content to be covered.
Using Printreading for Residential and Light Commercial Construction
To obtain maximum benefit from Printreading for Residential and Light Commercial Construction, 5th Edition, read each chapter carefully, noting the new terms introduced, elements detailed in the illustrations, and related information provided in the factoids and photographs. Identify and review the key concepts presented in the chapter before completing the Review Questions and Trade Competency Test included at the end of the chapter and the Quick Quiz included on the CD-ROM. Review Questions are based directly on the content included in the chapter. Trade Competency Tests are based on prints associated with particular chapters and other reference material such as the Appendix. Chapter 12 - Final Exam comprehensively assesses mastery of information covered throughout the book. The Review Questions and Quick Quizzes should be reviewed prior to completing the Final Exam. Each of these learning activities provides an opportunity to reinforce and apply concepts presented in the chapter.
Interactive CD-ROM Features
The Printreading for Residential and Light Commercial Construction, 5th Edition, CD-ROM in the back of the book is a self-study aid designed to supplement content and learning activities in the book. The CD-ROM includes Quick Quizzes, Illustrated Glossary, Flash Cards, Media Clips, Print Sets, Printreading Tests, Master Math Problems and a direct link to ATPeResources.com.
- Using This Interactive CD-ROM provides information about components included on the CD-ROM.
- Quick Quizzes reinforce fundamental concepts, with 10 questions for each chapter.
- Illustrated Glossary provides a helpful reference to common printreading and construction terms. Selected terms are linked to interactive illustrations or media clips.
- Flash Cards provide a self-study/review tool to match terms and definitions found in the textbook.
- Media Clips consist of animated illustrations and video clips that reinforce and expand upon textbook content.
- Print Sets consists of an electronic version of the prints used in the textbook. The electronic prints can be viewed on screen for easy reference.
- Printreading Tests present an opportunity to identify and interpret abbreviations and symbols commonly included on prints.
- Master Math Problems provide self-study opportunities to apply trade-related math concepts.
- ATPeResources.com provides a comprehensive array of instructional resources including Internet links to manufacturers, associations, and related resources.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Printreading. Chapter 2: Construction Materials. Chapter 3: Light Frame Construction. Chapter 4: Plans - Brick Veneer Residence. Chapter 5: Specifications - Brick Veneer Residence. Chapter 6: Plans - Multifamily Dwelling. Chapter 7: Plans - Commercial Building. Chapter 8: Plans - Branch Bank. Chapter 9: Plans - Wendy's Restaurant. Chapter 10: Specifications - Wendy's Restaurant. Chapter 11: Quantity Takeoff. Chapter 12: Final Exam. Appendix. Glossary. Index. |
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