Terry C Patterson

A Unique Visual Guide to the 2009 International Building CodeUpdated 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...

A unique visual approach to interpreting and applying the 2006 International Plumbing and Sewage Code While other plumbing code books are annotated guides filled with almost as much legalese as the code itself, this is the only book to use illustrations as the basis for explanation, a bulleted form...

Nanaimo is one of Canada's fastest-growing communities. Positioned beside a stunning and vibrant harbour, where the sight of seaplanes, fishboats, ferries, kayaks and sailboats paints an ever-changing seascape, Nanaimo is a city blessed with spectacular natural beauty, a vivid commercial history, cu...

This is the pictorial guide through the maze of building codes requirements! When it comes to understanding the notoriously complex code requirements governing the health, safety, and welfare performance of buildings, there's never been a more powerful resource than the "Illustrated 2003 Building Co...

A highly-visual approach simplifies the complex 2006 International Building Code This unique, one-stop reference is your most important resource for understanding and applying the 2006 International Building Code as it visually interprets complicated Code requirements with illustrations, examples, ...

Develop design and working drawings more efficiently Packed with useful hands-on information for both schematic design and computer-assisted working drawings, Architect’s Studio Handbook is the ideal tool for every architect who wants handy rules-of-thumb, convenient graphic conventions, and ...

Architects, builders and related design professionals are required to design any structure to the minimum requirements set by applicable codes. Failure to do so can mean expensive change orders during construction, delays, loss of client trust and even litigation. This work explains the standard bui...

Acquiring the skills to implement the powerful eLearning software Blackboard Learn is made beautifully straightforward with this tutorial. Written by an administration specialist, it goes from fundamentals to advanced features in logical steps. Overview Learn both the simple and the complex skills ...