Designing and Building with the IBC: Compares IBC 2003 with IBC 2000 and the Model Building Codes (Paperback, 2)

Preface.

About the Authors.

About the Contributors.

Part One.

Introduction.

How to Use This Book.

Part Two: Quick-Find Code Index.

UBC to IBC.

BNBC to IBC.

SBC to IBC.

Part Three: Code Commentary.

Part Four: Code Comparison: Model Codes to IBC.

Chapter 1: Administration.

Chapter 2: Definitions.

Chapter 3: Use/Occupancy.

Chapter 4: Occupancy-Detailed Requirements.

Chapter 5: Building Heights/Areas.

Chapter 6: Types of Construction.

Chapter 7: Fire-Resistance-Rated Construction.

Chapter 8: Interior Finishes.

Chapter 9: Fire Protection.

Chapter 10: Means of Egress.

Chapter 11: Accessibility.

Chapter 12: Interior Environment.

Chapter 13: Energy Efficiency.

Chapter 14: Exterior Walls.

Chapter 15: Roof Assemblies & Rooftop Structures.

Chapter 16: Structural Design.

Chapter 17: Structural Tests & Special Inspections.

Chapter 18: Soil & Foundations.

Chapter 19: Concrete.

Chapter 20: Aluminum.

Chapter 21: Masonry.

Chapter 22: Steel.

Chapter 23: Wood.

Chapter 24: Glass & Glazing.

Chapter 25: Gypsum Board & Plaster.

Chapter 26: Plastic.

Chapter 27: Electrical.

Chapter 28: Mechanical.

Chapter 29: Plumbing.

Chapter 30: Elevators & Conveying Systems.

Chapter 31: Special Construction.

Chapter 32: Right-of-Way/Encroachment.

Chapter 33: Construction Safeguards.

Chapter 34: Existing Structures.

Chapter 35: Referenced Standards.

IBC Appendices

A: Employee Qualifications.

B: Board of Appeals.

C: Group U: Agricultural Buildings.

D: Fire Districts.

E: Supplementary Accessibility Requirements.

F: Rodent-Proofing.

G: Flood-Resistant Construction.

H: Signs.

I: Patio Covers.

J: Grading.

Part Five.

Resources.

Index.