Residential Construction Academy
Residential Construction Academy

Author: Floyd Vogt

Publisher: Cengage Learning

Published: 2014-12-15

Total Pages: 800

ISBN-13: 9781305086180

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Developed in partnership with the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and its Home Builders Institute (HBI), this book offers a visual, step-by-step approach to learning how to build a home, while guiding you through the development of essential workplace skills. RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY: CARPENTRY, 4E is constructed within a modular design, with current and concise information crafted logically to help you master the skills you need for professional success.From start to finish, this book systematically steps you through the construction industry, and the carpentry techniques, code requirements, and best practices associated with constructing a residential building, including coverage of tools and materials, rough carpentry, exterior and interior finishes and more. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

Carpentry
Carpentry

Author: Floyd Vogt

Publisher: Cengage Learning

Published: 2015

Total Pages: 144

ISBN-13: 9781305086210

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The student workbook is design to help you retain key chapter content. Included within this resource are a review of chapter objectives and key terms, an outline of key points, additional chapter questions and exercises, and job sheets to practice essential job skills.

Residential Construction Academy: Plumbing
Residential Construction Academy: Plumbing

Author: Michael A Joyce

Publisher: Cengage Learning

Published: 2011-03-25

Total Pages: 640

ISBN-13: 9781111307776

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RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY: PLUMBING, 2E is the ideal book to create a direct link between your students' education/training program and the residential construction industry. The result of a strategic partnership between the National Association of Home Builder's (NAHB) Home Builders Institute and Delmar, Cengage Learning, the Residential Construction Academy Series is the perfect way to learn essential workplace skills for readers new to the building trades. Written in partnership with the Home Builders Institute, and endorsed by NAHB, RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY: PLUMBING, 2E provides a step-by-step approach to residential plumbing installations based on national skill standards. Focusing on Green advancement in the plumbing trades, this book thoroughly explains the process of installing residential plumbing systems by exploring topics such as tools of the trade and proper safety measures and by offering various tips to increase readers' on-the-job productivity. Logically organized to build a foundation of knowledge, this book progresses from the installation of common fixtures to troubleshooting techniques that will aid readers.. An emphasis on creative layout and the importance of understanding code variations will foster readers' understanding of plumbing system installation that is based on typical situations as well as unique jobsite conditions. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

Fundamentals of Residential Construction
Fundamentals of Residential Construction

Author: Edward Allen

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2011-03-10

Total Pages: 989

ISBN-13: 0470905123

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The leading guide to professional home construction—now updated and revised! Fundamentals of Residential Construction, Third Edition features the most up-to-date explanations of today's residential construction systems. From foundation to roof and exterior finishes to interior details, this new edition thoroughly addresses the latest developments in materials and methods of house construction, including energy efficiency, framing, and roofing. Abundantly illustrated with more than 1,250 drawings and photographs, including new photorealistic illustrations that bring the text to life, this Third Edition provides authoritative coverage on wood light-frame construction, industrialized systems of construction, insulating concrete forms, light-gauge steel frame, panelized construction, and a new chapter on multifamily construction. Topics covered include: Plumbing Building codes Heating and cooling Financing Wiring Roofing Thermal insulation Environmental concerns Foundations Finish sitework Rough sitework Wood and light-gauge steel framing Engineered materials Exterior and interior finishes Organized in a logical, easy-to-follow format, Fundamentals of Residential Construction, Third Edition is the one-stop source for building professionals to gain a working knowledge of codes, management procedures, material, and all home building concerns.

Green Building
Green Building

Author: Abe Kruger

Publisher: Cengage Learning

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 521

ISBN-13: 9781111308193

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GREEN BUILDING: PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES IN RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION, International Edition provides a current, comprehensive guide to this exciting, emerging field. From core concepts to innovative applications of cutting-edge technology and the latest industry trends, this text offers an in-depth introduction to the construction of "green" homes. Unlike many texts that adopt a product-oriented approach, this book emphasizes the crucial planning, processes, and execution methods necessary for effective, environmentally sound construction. This text demonstrates that Earth-friendly products and energy-efficient materials take planning in order to make a building truly green. This visionary text helps students and professionals develop the knowledge and skills to "think green" from start to finish, empowering and inspiring them to build truly sustainable homes.

Glencoe Carpentry and Building Construction, Student Edition
Glencoe Carpentry and Building Construction, Student Edition

Author: McGraw-Hill

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education

Published: 2015-07-29

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780021402441

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Carpentry & Building Construction is a comprehensive carpentry program that focuses on residential construction with many procedures also applying to light commercial construction. The informative text provides detailed, heavily illustrated information about materials, tools, and processes, with many step-by-step procedures. Includes hardbound student edition aligned to the content standards.

Residential Construction Academy: Facilities Maintenance: Maintaining, Repairing, and Remodeling
Residential Construction Academy: Facilities Maintenance: Maintaining, Repairing, and Remodeling

Author: Kevin Standiford

Publisher: Cengage Learning

Published: 2013-09-27

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781133282433

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Created in partnership with the Home Builders Institute (HBI), the workforce development arm of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), the Residential Construction Academy Series is the only program based on the National Skill Standards for residential construction. Step-by-step illustrations and an easy-to-read writing style make RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY: FACILITIES MAINTENANCE, 3RD the powerful tool readers need for any facilities maintenance course. This edition walks readers through a straightforward approach that describes common maintenance tasks in detail, like carpentry, wiring, groundskeeping, appliance repair, painting, plumbing, and HVAC. Enhanced chapters on basic math and blueprint reading give readers the most comprehensive training available. Plus, each section emphasizes safety and highlights the skills readers can build that employers are searching for. RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY: FACILITIES MAINTENANCE, 3RD is the manual readers need to develop a solid foundation in facilities maintenance. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

Ctb Resid Construct Carpentry
Ctb Resid Construct Carpentry

Author: Vogt

Publisher: Delmar Thomson Learning

Published: 2003-01-01

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9781401813451

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Create a direct link between your education/training program and the construction industry! For the first time, textbooks are available for many of the residential crafts including carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing and facilities maintenance that are based on national standards developed by the nation's leading builders and remodelers. The result of a strategic partnership between the Home Builders Institute (HBI) of the National Association of Home Builders and Delmar Learning, this new series from the Residential Construction Academy is the perfect way to introduce people of all ages to the building trades while guiding them to development of essential workplace skills. Ideal for use in vocational programs, workforce development programs, professional associations, and trade unions, all materials are based on national standards set by the construction industry. As a result, they are sure to develop a workforce that is skilled, knowledgeable, and able to meet the needs of the contractors who are hiring trades people today and well into the future. Program review, and certification, plus a national registry of students who have successfully completed units of instruction, are also available to participants in this exciting, new program.