Study Guide for The Codes Guidebook for Interiors - Softcover

Harmon, Sharon K.; Kennon, Katherine E.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1118809416 ISBN 13: 9781118809419

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 2014

Synopsis

Gain a reflexive knowledge of interior codes with this comprehensive study guide

The Codes Guidebook for Interiors is the industry's reference of choice, with complete coverage of all codes and standards that apply to interiors. This Study Guide provides a thorough review of The Codes Guidebook, complete with practice questions, code tables, and checklists, helping designers and architects prepare for the NCIDQ and ARE exams. Designed as a companion to The Codes Guidebook 6^th Edition, this guide covers the latest requirements, standards, terminology, and federal regulations, including the 2012 ICC, changes to the ADA standards, and ICC/ASI requirements―as well as expanded information on green construction. Readers get the opportunity to test their understanding of interior codes and think more deeply about real-world applications.

It's essential 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. This Study Guide helps increase retention and recall of the information presented in The Codes Guidebook, by enabling readers to:

• Learn key terms chapter by chapter
• Test code knowledge with practice questions and problem scenarios
• Refer to code tables during the design process
• Use included checklists to ensure complete compliance

The Codes Guidebook is an essential reference for all interior professionals, and this Study Guide provides a concise review. Useful as exam prep or even just as a self-test, this guide distills the original's exhaustive information into manageable chunks. For the designer, architect, or student, the Study Guide for The Codes Guidebook for Interiors is a must-have resource for complete code comprehension.

About this title

About the Author

SHARON KOOMEN 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.

KATHERINE E. KENNON, AIA, is a professional architect, educator, and code consultant. She is an adjunct professor at Watkins College of Art, Design, and Film in Nashville, TN. She also conducts continuing education seminars on design, building codes, and accessibility issues for design students and professionals.

From the Back Cover

COMPLETE STUDY GUIDE FOR THE SIXTH EDITION OF THE CODES GUIDEBOOK FOR INTERIORS

This Study Guide for The Codes Guidebook for Interiors is a comprehensive learning reference to be used by students as homework or in conjunction with studio design projects, by instructors in the classroom, by individuals as a self-study tool, and by designers when preparing for the NCIDQ, ARE, and other licensing exams.

The Study Guide consists of four primary sections. Each section is organized to parallel the ten chapters in the Sixth Edition of The Codes Guidebook for Interiors so that you can read a chapter in the book and then answer the corresponding questions in the Study Guide. This format helps reinforce the information presented in the Guidebook by enabling readers to:

• Learn key terms chapter by chapter
• Test code knowledge with practice questions and problem scenarios
• Refer to code tables during the design process
• Use included checklists to ensure complete compliance

Written as a comprehensive resource for students and practicing interior designers, this Study Guide will expand your knowledge of codes, standards, and federal regulations, and teach you how to apply the codes to real-world interior design projects.

Edition details

• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Publication date: 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1118809416
• ISBN 13: 9781118809419
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 6
• Number of pages: 144