| Residential Design, Drafting, and Detailing Contributor(s): Jefferis, Alan (Author) |
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ISBN: 1133283179 ISBN-13: 9781133283171 Publisher: Cengage Learning OUR PRICE: $220.35 Product Type: Hardcover Published: April 2013 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Drafting & Mechanical Drawing - Technology & Engineering | Technical & Manufacturing Industries & Trades |
| Dewey: 720.284 |
| Physical Information: 1.7" H x 8.7" W x 10.9" (4.95 lbs) 896 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Master the skills most important for drawing, detailing, and designing residential structures with RESIDENTIAL DESIGN, DRAFTING, AND DETAILING, 2E. This step-by-step presentation centers exclusively on residential, familiarizing readers with standard construction practices involving wood, engineered materials, steel, and concrete as well as the latest "green" concepts and alternative materials. Updates throughout this edition reflect the latest standards, codes and guidelines, including the 2012 International Residential Code. Readers concentrate on CAD techniques using the guidelines from the United States National CAD - Standard--V5. Professional examples from architects, engineers, and designers as well as activities using actual architectural drawings and designs place readers into the role of professional CAD technicians. |
Contributor Bio(s): Jefferis, Alan: - A prolific author and respected instructor, Alan Jefferis has taught drafting technology at Clackamas Community College, an Authorized AutoCAD Training Center, for more than 31 years. Prior to that, Mr. Jefferis taught for four years at Mt. Hood Community College in Gresham, Oregon. He brings a wealth of professional experience to his writing, including eight years of drafting for structural engineers and 35 years of residential designing. Mr. Jefferis is currently the principal owner of Residential Designs, a design firm specializing in custom, energy-efficient homes. He is a former Autodesk Developer Network member and a former member of the A.I.B.D. Mr. Jefferis obtained his B.S. degree from San Diego State University in 1972 and has authored or co-authored numerous textbooks on architectural drafting and design and effectively working with AutoCAD. |