Ching, Frank <br/><br/>
Building codes illustrated :  a guide to understanding the 2009 international building code / 
 Guide to understanding the 2009 international building code 
Francis D.K. Ching, Steven R. Winkel 
 - 3rd ed. 
 - Hoboken, N.J. :  John Wiley & Sons,  c2009 
 - xiv, 418 p. :  ill. ;  28 cm. 
<br/><br/> "International Code Council"--Cover 
<br/><br/>Includes bibliographical references (p. 405) and index 
<br/><br/>Building codes -- Navigating the code -- Use and occupancy -- Special uses and occupancies -- Building heights and areas -- Types of construction -- Fire-resistive construction -- Interior finishes -- Fire-protection systems -- Means of egress -- Accessibility -- Interior environment -- Energy efficiency -- Exterior walls -- Roof assemblies -- Structural provisions -- Structural tests and special conditions -- Soils and foundations -- Building materials and systems -- Existing structures 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>9780470191439 (pbk. : alk. paper) 0470191430 (pbk. : alk. paper) 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Standards, Engineering<br/>Buildings--Specifications