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ISBN10: 007160619X | ISBN13: 9780071606196

Illustrated 2009 Building Code Handbook, 1st Edition

ISBN10: 007160619X
ISBN13: 9780071606196
By Terry Patterson

© 2010 Published August 17, 2009

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A Unique Visual Guide to the 2009 International Building Code

Updated to reflect the changes in the International Code Council 2009 International Building Code, this illustrated guide makes it easy to understand and apply complex Code requirements and achieve compliance. Designed to save you time and money, this detailed reference transforms difficult paragraphs into simple lists and converts complicated equations into accessible tables.

Ready-to-use answers and practical case studies help you get construction jobs done right, on time, and up to the requirements of the 2009 Code. The Illustrated 2009 Building Code Handbook is also an invaluable study guide for the design portion of the architectural licensing examination.

Achieve Full Compliance with Every Aspect of the 2009 Code:

  • Scope and Administration
  • Definitions
  • Use and Occupancy Classification
  • Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy
  • General Building Heights and Areas
  • Types of Construction
  • Fire and Smoke Protection Features
  • 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

1: Administration

2: Definitions

3: Use and Occupancy Classification

4: Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy

5: General Building Heights and Areas

6: Types of Construction

7: Fire-Resistance-Rated Construction

8: Interior Finishes

9: Fire Protection Systems

10: Means of Egress

11: Accessibility

12: Interior Environment

13: Energy Efficiency

14: Exterior Walls

15: Roof Assemblies and Rooftop Structures

16: Structural Design

17: Structural Tests and Special Inspections

18: Soils and Foundations

19: Concrete

20: Aluminum

21: Masonry

22: Steel

23: Wood

24: Glass and Glazing

25: Gypsum Board and Plaster

26: Plastic

27: Electrical

28: Mechanical Systems

29: Plumbing Systems

30: Elevators and Conveying Systems

31: Special Construction

32: Encroachments into the Public Right-of-Way

33: Safeguards During Construction

34: Existing Structures

35: Referenced Standards

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