Complete 9-Volume ARE Exam Prep Study Guide Set, 2008 Edition
There's no better way to study for your ARE Exam then with this complete set!
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Author: Kaplan Publisher: Kaplan Format: Set
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This is the complete study guide set for 2008. Below are the contents of each study guide.
ARE Exam Prep - General Structures Study Guide, 2008 Edition
This study guide covers both structural theory and practice, includes codes and regulations, and covers pertinent environmental issues.
Features:
Fully updated to the 2006 International Building Code
Content includes codes, illustrations, charts, and graphs
Chapter and final exam questions with in-depth answers
Table of Contents
Principles
Codes and Regulations
Materials and Technology
Environmental Issues
ARE Exam Prep - Building Planning Study Guide, 2008 Edition
This practical approach to building planning will fully prepare you for all the topics found on the Building Planning exam.
Features:
Chapter organization allows for effective presentation of key issues and easy readability
Topics organized by ARE content area
Illustrations, charts, and graphs
Sample vignettes with strategies for exam day success
Bibliography
Table of Contents
Interior Layout
Schematic Design
ARE Exam Prep - Building Design/Materials and Methods Study Guide, 2008 Edition
This targeted exam review explores the safety, economy, practicality, durability, and architectural expression of modern building materials and methods. Also covers construction methods, specifications, and potential defects.
Features
Illustrations, charts, and graphs
Chapter and final exam questions with in-depth rationales
Table of Contents
Principles
Environmental Issues
Codes and Regulations
Materials and Technology
Project and Practice Management
Sustainable Design
ARE Exam Prep - Building Technology Study Guide, 2008 Edition
This text fully explores the concepts tested on the Building Technology exam.
Features:
Topics organized by ARE content area
Chapter organization allows effective presentation of key information and easy readability
Sample vignettes with exam strategies
Bibliography and glossary
Table of Contents
Building Section
Structural Layout
Accessibility/Ramp
Mechanical & Electrical Plan
Stair Design
Roof Plan
ARE Exam Prep - Construction Documents & Services Study Guide, 2008 Edition
This volume helps candidates master the important points of contract administration and project management in a targeted review.
Features
Content includes codes, illustrations, charts, and graphs
Chapter and final exam questions with in-depth answers
Table of Contents
Codes and Regulations
Environmental Issues
Construction Drawings and Project Manual
Project and Practice Management
ARE Exam Prep - Site Planning Study Guide, 2008 Edition
This practical approach to site planning covers all the topics found on the new Site Planning exam.
Features:
Discussion of both theory and practice
Chapter organization effectively highlights important information and makes for easy readability
Illustrations, charts, and graphs
Sample vignettes include exam strategies
Bibliography
Table of Contents
Site Design
Site Zoning
Site Grading
ARE Exam Prep - Mechanical & Electrical Systems Study Guide, 2008 Edition
This study guide explores the mechanical and electrical systems used to control the building environment.
Features:
Discussion on green building, LEED requirements, and noise control
Electrical codes
Sample problems, terms, and definitions
Illustrations, charts, and graphs
Chapter and final exam questions with in-depth rationales
Table of Contents
Codes and Regulations
Environmental Issues
Plumbing
HVAC
Electrical
Lighting
Specialties
Sustainable Design
ARE Exam Prep - Pre-Design Study Guide, 2008 Edition
This study guide offers a comprehensive review of both theory and practice for the Pre-Design exam.
Features:
Material on new urbanism and sustainable design
Building prototypes and project types
Chapter and final exam questions with in-depth rationales
Includes illustrations, charts, and graphs
Table of Contents
Programming and Analysis
Environmental, Social and Economic Issues
Codes and Regulations
Project and Practice Management
Site Planning and Design
Sustainable Design
ARE Exam Prep - Lateral Forces Study Guide, 2008 Edition
Formulas and codes help you with the technical portions of the exam, while in-depth lessons cover the theory behind the formulas. Fully updated to the 2006 International Building Code.
Features:
Updated content, including codes, illustrations, charts, and graphs
Chapter and final exam questions with in-depth rationales
Table of Contents
Seismic Forces
Wind Forces
Complete 9-Volume ARE Exam Prep Study Guide Set, 2008 Edition