Turn to the National Contractor's Exam Study Guide to acquire the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to ace this important exam on the first try. The book contains 1,500 questions and answers-presented in the same format used on the actual exam-plus numerous references to the 2006 International Building Code and many helpful illustrations.

Written by renowned construction author R. Dodge Woodson, this career-building resource reviews every topic covered on the National Contractor's Exam. The National Contractor's Exam Study Guide features:

• Over 1,500 exam-style multiple choice and true/false questions and answers
• Numerous references to the 2006 International Building Code
• Detailed illustrations that help clarify complicated codes and show how to use local codebooks to solve exam questions

Master Every Topic Covered on the National Contractor's Exam:

Table of Contents:

Introduction
Chapter 1. Administration
Chapter 2. Definitions
Chapter 3. Use and Occupancy Classifications
Chapter 4. Special Detailed Requirements Based on Use and Occupancy
Chapter 5. General Building Heights and Areas
Chapter 6. Types of Construction
Chapter 7. Fire-Resistance-Rated Construction
Chapter 8. Interior Finishes
Chapter 9. Fire-Protection Systems
Chapter 10. Means of Egress
Chapter 11. Accessibility
Chapter 12. Interior Environment
Chapter 13. Energy Efficiency
Chapter 14. Exterior Walls
Chapter 15. Roof Assemblies and Rooftop Structures
Chapter 16. Structural Design
Chapter 17. Structural Tests and Special Inspections
Chapter 18. Soils and Foundations
Chapter 19. Concrete
Chapter 20. Aluminum
Chapter 21. Masonry
Chapter 22. Steel
Chapter 23. Wood
Chapter 24. Glass and Glazing
Chapter 25. Gypsum Board and Plaster
Chapter 26. Plastic
Chapter 27. Electrical
Chapter 28. Mechanical Systems
Chapter 29. Plumbing Systems
Chapter 30. Elevators and Conveying Systems
Chapter 31. Special Construction
Chapter 32. Encroachments into the Public Right-of-Way
Chapter 33. Safeguards During Construction
Chapter 34. Existing Structures