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Architectural Drafting and Design, 4E

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ISBN-10: 0766815463

ISBN-13: 9780766815469

Edition: 4th 2001 (Revised)

Authors: Alan Jefferis, David A. Madsen

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Recognized by many as the authoritative source of how-to and reference information for students and beginning professionals, Architectural Drafting & Design, 4th Edition - available in full-color for the very first time - details step-by-step methods for the design and layout of each type of drawing required for a complete set of architectural plans. To enable you to make optimal use of one of today's popular design tools - AutoCAD 2000 - this comprehensive handbook also contains a "try & die" copy of the AutoCAD 2000 software and .dwg files of selected plans in the book, supplemented by expanded coverage of CADD and freehand sketching techniques. As they work through Architectural Drafting…    
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List price: $219.95
Edition: 4th
Copyright year: 2001
Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning
Publication date: 8/7/2000
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 832
Size: 9.00" wide x 11.75" long x 1.75" tall
Weight: 5.038
Language: English

A prolific author and respected instructor, Mr. Alan Jefferis, has taught drafting technology at Clackamas Community College, an Authorized AutoCAD Training Center, for more than thirty-one years. Prior to that, Mr. Jefferis taught for four years at Mt. Hood Community College in Gresham, Oregon. He brings a wealth of professional experience to his writing, including eight years of drafting for structural engineers and thirty years of residential designing. Mr. Jefferis currently owns Residential Designs. He is a former Autodesk Developer Network member and a former member of the A.I.B.D. Mr. Jefferis obtained his BS degree from San Diego State University in 1972. He has authored or…    

Preface
Acknowledgments
Introduction to Architectural Drafting
Professional Architectural Careers, Office Practice, and Opportunities
Drafter
Designer
Architect
Engineer
Related Fields
Design Basics
Architectural Drafting Equipment
Drafting Supplies
Drafting Furniture
Drafting Pencils and Leads
Technical Pens and Accessories
Eraser and Accessories
Drafting Instruments
Drafting Machines
Scales
Protractors
Drafting Media and Reproduction Methods
Papers and Films
Sheet Sizes, Title Blocks, and Borders
How to Fold Prints
Diazo Reproduction
Photocopy Reproduction
Microfilm
Sketching and Orthographic Projection
Tools and Materials
Sketching Straight Lines
Sketching Circular Lines
Measurement Lines and Proportions
Multiview Sketches
Isometric Sketches
Orthographic Projection
Multiview Projection
Projection of Features from an Inclined Plane
Architectural Lines and Lettering
Types of Lines
Line Techniques
Lettering
Computer-Aided Design and Drafting in Architecture
Terminology of Computer-Aided Design and Drafting
Designing
The CADD Workstation
Mobile Computers
Ergonomics
Architectural CADD Symbols
Drawing on CADD Layers
Web-Based Architectural Collaboration
Residential Design
Building Codes and Interior Design
National Codes
International Building Code
Choosing the Right Code
Basic Design Criteria for Building Planning
Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria
Room Relationships and Sizes
The Floor Plan
Living Area
Sleeping Area
Service Area
Traffic Patterns
Providing Universal Accessibility
Exterior Design Factors
Site Considerations
Elements of Design
Principles of Design
Floor Plan Styles
Exterior Styles
Conservation and Environmental Design and Construction
Energy-Efficient Design
Energy Codes
Energy-Efficient Construction
Solar Energy Design
Hydroelectric Power
Healthy Architectural Design and Construction
Site Orientation
Terrain Orientation
View Orientation
Solar Orientation
Wind Orientation
Sound Orientation
Site Plan
Legal Descriptions and Site Plan Requirements
Legal Descriptions
Site Plan Requirements
Site Plans
Grading Plan
Subdivision Plans
Planned Unit Development
Site Plan Layout
Site Design Considerations
Property Lines
Site Plan Drawing Checklist
Drawing Contour Lines
Drawing the Grading Plan
Floor Plan
Floor-Plan Symbols
Wall Symbols
Door Symbols
Window Symbols
Schedules
Cabinets, Fixtures, and Appliances
Commons Sizes of Architectural Features
Floor-Plan Materials
Stairs
Hallways
Fireplaces
Solid Fuel-Burning Appliances
Room Titles
Other Floor-Plan Symbols
Floor-Plan Dimensions and Notes
Aligned Dimensions
Floor-Plan Dimensions
Common Sizes of Architectural Features
Dimensioning Floor-Plan Features
Notes and Specifications
Using Metric
Floor-Plan Layout
Layout Out a Floor Plan
Second-Floor Plan Layout
Basement-Plan Layout
Floor-Plan Drawing Checklist
Supplemental Floor Plan Drawings
Electrical Plans
Electrical Terms and Definitions
Electrical Circuit Design
Energy Conservation
Home Automation
Electrical Design Considerations
Universal Electrical Installations
Electrical Symbols
Electrical Wiring Specifications
Metrics in Electrical Installations
Steps in Drawing the Electrical Plan
Electrical Plan Drawing Checklist
Plumbing Plans
Plumbing Terms and Definitions
Sizing of Plumbing Piping
Energy Conservation
Universal Plumbing Installations
Plumbing Schedules
Plumbing Drawings
Water Systems
Drainage and Vent Systems
Isometric Plumbing Drawings
Solar Hot Water
Sewage Disposal
Metrics in Plumbing
Adding Plumbing Information to the Floor Plan
Commercial Plumbing Drawings
Plumbing Plan Drawing Checklist
Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning
The Boca National Energy Conservation Code Requirements
Central Forced-Air Systems
Hot Water Systems
Heat Pump Systems
Zone Control Systems
Radiant Heat
Thermostats
Heat Recovery and Ventilation
Central Vacuum Systems
HVAC Symbols
Universal HVAC Design
Thermal Calculations for Heating/Cooling
HVAC Drawings
Roof Plans
Roof Plan Components
Types of Roof Plans
Roof Pitches
Roof Shapes
Roofing Materials
Roof Ventilation and Access
Roof Plan Layout
Roof Shape
Structural Material
Nonstructural Material
Dimensions
Notes
Drawing Gable Roof Plans
Drawing Hip Roof Plans
Drawing Dutch Hip Roof Plans
Elevations
Introduction to Elevations
Required Elevations
Types of Elevations
Elevation Scales
Elevation Placement
Surface Materials in Elevation
CADD Elevation Symbols
Evaluation Layout and Drawing Techniques
Layout
Drawing Finished-Quality Lines
Lettering
Alternative Elevations
Drawing Roof Intersections
Drawing Irregular Shapes
Projecting Grades
Millwork and Cabinet Technology, Cabinet Elevations, and Layout
Types of Millwork
Cabinets
Cabinet Elevations and Layout
Framing Methods and Plans
Framing Methods
Balloon Framing
Platform Framing
Post-and-Beam Framing
Timber Construction
Steel Framing
Concrete Masonry Construction
Solid Masonry Construction
Masonry Veneer
Insulated Concrete Form Construction
Modular Framing Methods
Structural Components
Floor Construction
Framed Wall Construction
Roof Construction
Metal Hangers
Environmentally Friendly Design and Construction
Design Criteria for Structural Loading
Types of Loads
Load Design
Load Distribution
Sizing Joists and Rafters Using Span Tables
Determining Wood Characteristics
Determining Size and Span
Working with Engineered Lumber
Determining Simple Beams
Loading and Support Patterns of Beams
Structural Lumber
Loading Reactions of Wood Members
Methods of Beam Design
Notations for Formulas
Sizing Wood Beams
Review
Wood Adjustment Factors
Span Tables
Simple Beam with a Load Concentrated at the Center
Simple Beam with a Load Concentrated at Any Point
Cantilevered Beam with a Uniform Load
Cantilevered Beam with a Point Load at the Free End
Drawing Framing Plans
Framing Plans
Completing a Framing Plan
Roof Framing Plans
Floor Framing Plans
Foundation Plans
Foundation Systems
Soil Considerations
Types of Foundations
Dimensioning Foundation Components
Floor Systems and Foundation Support
On-Grade Foundations
Crawl Space Floor Systems
Foundation Plan Layout
Concrete Slab Foundation Layout
Foundation Plan with Joist Construction
Standard Foundation with Post-and-Beam Floor System
Combination Slab and Crawl Space Plans for a Partial Basement
Full Basement
Wall Sections and Details
Sectioning Basics
Types of Sections
Scale
Section Alignment
Section Layout
Evaluate Needs
Lay Out the Section
Finished-Quality Lines--Structural Members Only
Drawing Finishing Materials
Dimensioning
Lettering Notes
Evaluate Your Work
Alternative Layout Techniques
Floor Joist/Foundation
Post-and-Beam Foundations
Basement with Concrete Slab
Conventional (Stick) Roof Framing
Garage/Residence Section
Stair Construction and Layout
Stair Terminology
Determining Rise and Run
Straight Stair Layout
Open Stairway Layout
U-Shaped Stairs
Exterior Stairs
Fireplace Construction and Layout
Fireplace Terms
Goals of Energy-Efficient Fireplaces
Chimney Reinforcements
Drawing the Fireplace Section
Fireplace Elevations
Architectural Rendering
Presentation Drawings
Types of Presentation Drawings
Methods of Presentation
Rendering Procedure for Drawing
Perspective Drawing Techniques
Types of Perspective Drawings
Perspective Terms
Two-Point Perspective
One-Point Perspective
Rendering Methods for Persepective Drawings
Presenting Depth
Shadows
Reflections
Texture
Entourage
Planning the Drawing
Two-Point Perspective Rendering
One-Point Perspective Rendering
General Construction Specifications
Construction Specifications
Specifications for Commercial Construction
Construction Documents
Construction Supervision Procedures
Loan Applications
Individual Appraisal Requirements
Master Appraisal Requirements
Change Orders
Building Permits
Contracts
Completion Notice
Bids
Construction Inspections
Commercial Drafting
Building Codes and Commercial Design
Exploring Building Codes
Determining Design Categories
Using the Codes
Common Commercial Construction Materials
Wood
Concrete Block
Poured Concrete
Steel Construction
Common Connection Methods
Commercial Construction Project Drawings
Office Practice
Types of Drawings
Structural Drafting
Plan the Drawing
Procedure-From Calculations to Working Drawings
Detail Coordination
Lettering
Order of Precedence
Occupancy
Appendix A
Appendix B
Appendix C
Abbreviations
Glossary
Index