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Study Guides
were purchased through a generous donation made by the
American Institute of Architects,
Las Vegas Chapter,
Spectra Consulting
and Robin Snyder, Assoc. AIA
Construction
documents & services
TH425
.H482 2005
Master the finer points of project management with this targeted review. Focuses
on the skills involved in preparing documents and administering contracts,
from translating concepts and systems onto paper to the administration
of project files, inspection lists, project close-out and more.
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| General structures
TA658.35
.B47 2005
This study guide offers a practical approach to general structures and
helps you identify and incorporate structural principles in the design
and construction of buildings. Also covers both structural theory
and practice and pertinent environmental issues.
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Architectural history
NA123
.W47 2005
A general knowledge of architectural history topics is needed to fully
prepare for the multiple choice division exams. This guide explores
the theories, influences, characteristics, and major monuments that have
established the architectural tradition from ancient times through the
21st century.
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| Pre-design
NA2750
.S6596 2005
This study guide offers you a comprehensive review of both theory and practice
for the Pre-Design exam. Pre-Design covers how to apply your project
development knowledge and skills to architectural programming, from environmental
and social issues, to site planning and design.
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Building planning
NA2750
.W473 2005
This practical approach to building planning helps you integrate programmatic
and contextual requirements into a cohesive solution. Recently
updated, this volume covers designing interior space plans and furniture
arrangement, and schematic designs for two-story buildings, and addresses
codes, site and environmental requirements.
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| Site
planning
NA2540.5
.W47 2005
This practical approach to site planning helps you integrate programmatic
and site requirements into a cohesive solution. This volume covers
both theory and practice, including such factors as topography, vegetation,
climate, geography, and the regulatory aspects of site development.
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Building
technology
NA123
.W475 2005
This study guide explores how to integrate building systems into a cohesive
solution that responds to technical and life-saving considerations. Building
Technology covers technical aspects, accessibility requirements, and
considerations involving public health and safety.
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| Building
design : materials & methods
TA404.3
.H67 2005
This targeted exam review explores the saftey, economy, practicality, durability,
and architectural expression of modern building materials and methods. Building
Design/Materials & Methods covers construction methods, specification,
and potential defects
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Lateral
forces
TA654
.L394
2005
The Lateral Forces division, widely considered one of the most difficult,
focuses on identifying and incorporating lateral force principles inot
design and construction. This study guide includes formulas and codes
to help with the technical portions of the exam, while in-depth lessons
cover the theory behind the formulas.
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Lateral forces : questions & answers
TA654
.L395 2006
With this division it is especially important to drill and practice
before taking the test. Lateral Forces Questions & Answers
offers invaluable practice that allows you to identify area
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Pre-design : questions & answers
NA2750
.P686 2006
The Pre-Design Questions & Answers handbook contains multiple
choice questions with detailed answer rationales that save you
valuable study time by highlighting areas of weakness.
ARE Graphic Division practice vignettes ; building
planning exam
NA123
.A727 2005 v. 1-2
These unique and effective study tools offer invaluable practice for the Building
Planning exam. Includes a suggested graphic solution for each vignette
and analyzes the design principles involved
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ARE Graphic Division
practice vignettes : Site Planning Practice
Vignettes
NA123
.A733 2006 v. 1-2
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Building design :
materials & methods
: questions & answers
NA123
.B85 2006
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| Mechanical & electrical
systems
TH6021
.S272 2005
Written specifically for architectural candidates, this course explores
the mechanical and electrical systems used to control the environment
in buildings. Mechanical & Electrical Systems covers technical aspects,
economic considerations and code requirements involving public health
and safety.
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General structures questions & answers
TA658.35
.G46 2006
Test yourself on general structures theory and practice. General Structures
Questions & Answers offers targeted self-quizzes that help you hone
in on topics that require additional review.
ARE Graphic Division practice vignettes : building technology
exam
NA123
.A728 2005 v. 1-2
These unique and effective study tools offer invaluable practice
for the Building Technology exam. Includes a suggested
graphical solution for each vignette and analyzes the design
principles involved in each solution.
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Mechanical & Electrical Systems Questions & Answers
TH6021
.M43 2006
Mechanical & Electrical Systems Questions & Answers
handbook contains mulitple-choice questions with detailed rationales
that save you valuable study time by highlighting weak knowledge
areas.
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Construction
documents & services
: questions & answers
NA123 .C66 2006
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ARE Graphic Division practice vignettes : site planning
exam
NA123
.A733 2006 v. 1-2
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