Residential Construction Academy: Carpentry, 4th Edition

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by Floyd Vogt State University of New York, Delhi

Developed in partnership with the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and its Home Builders Institute (HBI), this book offers a visual, step-by-step approach to learning how to build a home, while guiding you through the development of essential workplace skills. RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY: CARPENTRY, 4E is constructed within a modular design, with current and concise information crafted logically to help you master the skills you need for professional success.

From start to finish, this book systematically steps you through the construction industry, and the carpentry techniques, code requirements, and best practices associated with constructing a residential building, including coverage of tools and materials, rough carpentry, exterior and interior finishes and more.

Features and Benefits

• BASED ON NATIONAL SKILL STANDARDS. The book is based on skill standards developed by construction professionals and educators through the workforce development arm of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), the Home Builders Institute (HBI), thereby providing clear guidelines and expectations for individuals entering the workforce.
• "KNOW YOUR CODES" FEATURES ENCOURAGE MASTERY OF LOCAL AND REGIONAL BUILDING CODES. These learning features prompt readers to research building codes that will impact each job, providing excellent practice for this critical on-the-job skill.
• REMAINS CURRENT WITH GREEN BUILDING TECHNIQUES. Green Tips and Green Checklists highlight advice and current topics related to "green" construction methods.
• A STRONG EMPHASIS ON SAFETY. Readers learn from insightful tips and precautions that are integrated throughout the book to help them develop careful practices.
• "FROM EXPERIENCE" FEATURES OFFER PRACTICAL ADVICE FROM AN EXPERT CARPENTER. Integrated throughout the book, these tricks of the trade simplify complex techniques to help improve successful completion of procedures.
• SPANISH GLOSSARY ALSO AVAILABLE. A Glossary combining English and Spanish terms with English definition at the back of the book provides assistance to students for which English is their second language
• A WEALTH OF SUPPORT MATERIALS ENHANCE TEACHING AND LEARNING.

PUBLISHER: CENGAGE LEARNING/ISBN NO. 9781305086180/130508618X