Study Guide for The Codes Guidebook for Interiors - Katherine E. Kennon, Sharon K. Harmon

Study Guide for The Codes Guidebook for Interiors

Buch | Softcover
224 Seiten
2022 | 8th edition
John Wiley & Sons Inc (Verlag)
978-1-119-72088-1 (ISBN)
41,68 inkl. MwSt
STUDY GUIDE FOR THE CODES GUIDEBOOK FOR INTERIORS The comprehensive study guide for understanding interior codes

This revised and updated eighth edition of the Study Guide for the Codes Guidebook for Interiors is an essential companion to The Codes Guidebook for Interiors, the industry’s reference of choice. It offers complete coverage of the major codes and standards that apply to interior projects. This Study Guide includes lists of terms, practice questions, practical application exercises, code tables, and checklists. This companion study guide is a comprehensive measure of a designer’s understanding and application of codes for interior projects. It can help design students learn and practitioners keep their skills up to date and prepare for the NCIDQ and ARE exams.

It is vital that designers and architects have an up-to-date working knowledge of the various codes involved with building interiors, whether during renovation or new construction, and this study guide offers the opportunity to:



Study with many new questions, in both the short answer and application sections
Review the key terms of the industry
Use the practice questions and exercises to test working knowledge of codes
Utilize the code tables during the design process
Employ the numerous checklists on proposed and real life projects to ensure complete compliance

The revised Study Guide is a useful companion to The Codes Guidebook for Interiors, the essential reference for all interior professionals. For the designer, architect, or student, the Study Guide for The Codes Guidebook for Interiors is a must-have resource.

KATHERINE E. KENNON is a professional architect and principal at the Architect WORKSHOP. She has extensive experience in commercial, healthcare, and residential projects. She continues to teach as an adjunct instructor in interior design and architectural programs on the subjects of codes, accessibility, and design. She has conducted various seminars on design, building codes, and accessibility throughout the US. SHARON K. HARMON has more than twenty-five years’ experience in interior design and project management. Combining this with her strong interest in natural health, she now owns Life Design for Health, which helps people pursue a holistic approach to health and well-being.

Introduction VII

Section 1: Key Terms By Chapter 1

Chapter 1 About the Codes    1

Chapter 2 Accessibility    1

Chapter 3 Occupancy Classifications and Loads    2

Chapter 4 Construction Types and Building Sizes    2

Chapter 5 Means of Egress    3

Chapter 6 Fire and Smoke Resistant Assemblies    3

Chapter 7 Fire Protection Systems    4

Chapter 8 Plumbing and Mechanical Requirements    5

Chapter 9 Electrical and Communication Requirements    5

Chapter 10 Finish and Furniture Selection    6

Chapter 11 Code Officials and the Code Process    7

Section 2: Short-Answer Questions 9

Chapter 1 About the Codes    9

Chapter 2 Accessibility    12

Chapter 3 Occupancy Classifications and Loads    16

Chapter 4 Construction Types and Building Sizes    22

Chapter 5 Means of Egress    25

Chapter 6 Fire and Smoke Resistant Assemblies    32

Chapter 7 Fire Protection Systems    38

Chapter 8 Plumbing and Mechanical Requirements    41

Chapter 9 Electrical and Communication Requirements    47

Chapter 10 Finish and Furniture Selection    51

Chapter 11 Code Officials and the Code Process    58

Section 3: Study Problems 63

Chapter 1 About the Codes    63

Chapter 2 Accessibility    65

Chapter 3 Occupancy Classifications and Loads    66

Chapter 4 Construction Types and Building Sizes    74

Chapter 5 Means of Egress    76

Chapter 6 Fire and Smoke Resistant Assemblies    82

Chapter 7 Fire Protection Systems    85

Chapter 8 Plumbing and Mechanical Requirements    88

Chapter 9 Electrical and Communication Requirements    94

Chapter 10 Finish and Furniture Selection    96

Chapter 11 Code Officials and the Code Process    100

Section 4: Answers To Short-Answer Questions 101

Chapter 1 About the Codes    101

Chapter 2 Accessibility    103

Chapter 3 Occupancy Classifications and Loads    105

Chapter 4 Construction Types and Building Sizes    109

Chapter 5 Means of Egress    110

Chapter 6 Fire and Smoke Resistant Assemblies    113

Chapter 7 Fire Protection Systems    116

Chapter 8 Plumbing and Mechanical Requirements    118

Chapter 9 Electrical and Communication Requirements    121

Chapter 10 Finish and Furniture Selection    124

Chapter 11 Code Officials and the Code Process    127

Section 5: Answers To Study Problems 131

Chapter 1 About the Codes    131

Chapter 2 Accessibility    132

Chapter 3 Occupancy Classifications and Loads    133

Chapter 4 Construction Types and Building Sizes    139

Chapter 5 Means of Egress    141

Chapter 6 Fire and Smoke Resistant Assemblies    147

Chapter 7 Fire Protection Systems    150

Chapter 8 Plumbing and Mechanical Requirements    151

Chapter 9 Electrical and Communication Requirements    154

Chapter 10 Finish and Furniture Selection    155

Chapter 11 Code Officials and the Code Process    158

Appendix A Code Tables 159

Appendix B Full-Size Checklists 181

Notes 201

Erscheinungsdatum
Verlagsort New York
Sprache englisch
Maße 213 x 274 mm
Gewicht 522 g
Themenwelt Technik Architektur
ISBN-10 1-119-72088-5 / 1119720885
ISBN-13 978-1-119-72088-1 / 9781119720881
Zustand Neuware
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