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Book Title
Building Construction : Methods and Materials for the Fire Servic
Features
Ex-Library
ISBN
9780131172517
Subject Area
Technology & Engineering
Publication Name
Building Construction : Methods and Materials for the Fire Service
Publisher
Prentice Hall PTR
Item Length
8 in
Subject
Construction / General, Fire Science
Publication Year
2007
Type
Textbook
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Item Height
0.5 in
Author
Michael L. Smith
Item Weight
17 Oz
Item Width
10 in
Number of Pages
240 Pages
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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Prentice Hall PTR
ISBN-10
0131172514
ISBN-13
9780131172517
eBay Product ID (ePID)
48063216

Product Key Features

Number of Pages
240 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
Building Construction : Methods and Materials for the Fire Service
Publication Year
2007
Subject
Construction / General, Fire Science
Type
Textbook
Author
Michael L. Smith
Subject Area
Technology & Engineering
Format
Hardcover

Dimensions

Item Height
0.5 in
Item Weight
17 Oz
Item Length
8 in
Item Width
10 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
College Audience
LCCN
2006-052493
Dewey Edition
22
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
6902462892
Table Of Content
Chapter 1: Loads and Other Forces Introduction Dead and Live Loads Stress Deformation Wind Load Snow Load Earthquakes, Hurricanes, and Tornadoes Forces School of Hard Knocks Summary On Scene Chapter Review Questions Suggested Reading Chapter 2: Plans and Codes Introduction Building Codes Code Development International Building Code (IBC) and International Residential Code for One and Two-Family Dwellings (CABO) Occupancy Classifications Fire Resistance and Flame Spread Plans and Blueprints Types of drawing plans School of Hard Knocks Summary On Scene Chapter Review Questions Suggested Reading Chapter 3: Building Materials: Stone, Masonry, Steel, Concrete, and Wood Introduction Stone Granite Limestone Sandstone Marble Masonry Clay Brick Concrete Masonry Units Mortar Masonry and Safety Strategies for Safety Steel Iron Manufacturing Steel Making Processes Concrete Construction History Portland Cement Mixing Pouring or Placing Finishing Curing Wood School of Hard Knocks Summary On Scene Chapter Review Questions Suggested Reading Chapter 4: Building Components Introduction Foundations Walls Types of Walls Exterior Wall Coverings Interior Wall Coverings Plaster Wood Paneling Roof Floors Ceilings Suspended Ceilings Doors and Windows Windows Stairs School of Hard Knocks Summary On Scene Chapter Review Questions Suggested Reading Chapter 5: Building Systems Introduction Residential Plumbing Drain System Heating, Ventilation and Cooling (HVAC) Insulation Electricity and Lighting Commercial Plumbing Plumbing System Materials Electricity HVAC Fire Protection Elevators School of Hard Knocks Summary On Scene Chapter Review Questions Suggested Reading Chapter 6: Building Construction Types Introduction Type I Fire Ratings HVAC System and Smoke Movement Exterior Walls Roof Assembly Stairs Type II Main Structural Members Roofs and Floors Type III Type IV Type V Trusses Hybrids School of Hard Knocks Summary On Scene Chapter Review Questions Suggested Reading Chapter 7: Trusses Introduction Truss Basics Wooden Trusses Steel Trusses Truss Failures School of Hard Knocks Summary On Scene Chapter Review Questions Suggested Reading Chapter 8: Size-Up Introduction Phases of Size UP Phase I: Pre-Incident Information Phase II: Arrival National Academy Fire Flow Formula Phase III: Ongoing Developing Size-Up Skills Post Incident Analysis of Size-Ups Triangle of Potential School of Hard Knocks Summary On Scene Chapter Review Questions Suggested Reading Chapter 9: Collapse Introduction Mechanisms of Collapse Human-caused Mechanisms Weather-caused Mechanisms Types of Collapses Pancake Collapse V Shape Collapse Lean-to Collapse Tent Collapse Inward/Outward Collapse 90 Degree Collapse Curtain Fall Collapse Parapet Wall Collapse Lean Over Collapse 90 Degree (Wooden) Collapse Inward/Outward (Wooden) Collapse Collapse Potentials of Buildings by Type Type I: Fire Resistive Size-up Type II: Non-Combustible Size-up Type III: Ordinary Size-up Type IV: Heavy Timber Size-up Type V: Wood Frame School of Hard Knocks Summary On Scene Chapter Review Questions Suggested Reading Chapter 10: Command of Collapse Incidents Introduction Rapid Scene Assessment Operational Phases Command Structure Command Staff Logistics Unified Command Levels of Capability Construction Classification Operational Capability Tiered Response Special Concerns US & R Teams School of Hard Knocks Summary On Scene Chapter Review Questions Suggested Reading Appendix A: Case Studies: Commercial Structures Appendix B: Case Studies: Residential Structures Appendix C: Case Studies: Warehouse and Other Large Commercial Buildings Appendix D: Case Studies: Apartment Buildings Appendix E: Case Studies: Churches Appendix F: Case Studies: Restaurants and Bars Appendix G: Case Studies: Townhouses and Rowhouses Appendix H: Case Studies: High Rise Buildings Appendix I: Weights of Materials and Systems for Structural Collapse Appendix J: Useful Conversion Factors Glossary Index
Synopsis
Author Mike Smith has extensive knowledge and experience in both the fire service and construction industries, this text emphasizes the impact that an understanding of the principles of building construction has on firefighting strategy. It explains building materials and processes that are involved in the construction of structures and provides students with the knowledge required to operate safely and effectively within residential or commercial buildings. Discussions of actual incidents experienced by the author and case studies containing critical thinking questions give students a better understanding of what to expect in the field., Author Mike Smith has extensive knowledge and experience in both the fire service and construction industries, this book emphasizes the impact that an understanding of the principles of building construction has on firefighting strategy. It explains building materials and processes that are involved in the construction of structures and provides students with the knowledge required to operate safely and effectively within residential or commercial buildings. Discussions of actual incidents experienced by the author and case studies containing critical thinking questions give students a better understanding of what to expect in the field., Author Mike Smith has  extensive knowledge and experience in both the fire service and construction industries, this  book emphasizes the impact that an understanding of the principles of building construction has on firefighting strategy. It explains building materials and processes that are involved in the construction of structures and provides students with the knowledge required to operate safely and effectively within residential or commercial buildings. Discussions of actual incidents experienced by the author and case studies containing critical thinking questions give students a better understanding of what to expect in the field.
LC Classification Number
TH153.S733 2008

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