Download or read book An Introduction to Building Envelopes for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2023-07-25 with total page 43 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers and construction managers interested in design and construction of building envelopes. Here is what is discussed: 1. AIR BARRIERS, 2. VAPOR RETARDERS, 3. THERMAL INSULATION, 4. CONTROL OF RAIN PENETRATION.

Download or read book An Introduction to Design of Building Envelopes for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2024-01-19 with total page 91 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers and construction managers interested in design and construction of building enclosure walls. Here is what is discussed: 1. BUILDING ENVELOPE PERFORMANCE, 2. THERMAL ENVELOPE PERFORMANCE, 3. THERMAL ENVELOPE DEFECTS, 4. DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION PROCESS., 5. AIR BARRIERS, 6. VAPOR RETARDERS, 7. THERMAL INSULATION, 8. CONTROL OF RAIN PENETRATION, 9. SEALANTS.

Download or read book An Introduction to Tropical Engineering Building Envelope written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2018-03-03 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for civil, structural and architectural engineers interested in design of building envelopes in tropical climates. This is what is discussed: 1. THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION 2. DOORS AND WINDOWS 3. FINISHES 4. SPECIALTIES.

Download or read book An Introduction to Design of Building Envelopes for Thermal Efficiency and Airtightness written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2021-07-30 with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, structural engineers, architectural engineers and construction managers interested in sealing exterior building wall systems to prevent air and water leakage and penetration. Here is what is discussed: 1. BUILDING ENVELOPE PERFORMANCE 2. THERMAL ENVELOPE PERFORMANCE 3. THERMAL ENVELOPE DEFECTS 4. DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION PROCESS. 5. AIR BARRIERS 6. VAPOR RETARDERS 7. THERMAL INSULATION 8. CONTROL OF RAIN PENETRATION 9. SEALANTS.

Download or read book An Introduction to Building Antiterrorism Design Strategies for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2022-09-16 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers, architects and construction managers interested in design of buildings to resist terrorism attacks. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. VEHICLE BOMB TACTICS, 3. HAND DELIVERED DEVICES, 4. INDIRECT FIRE WEAPONS, 5. DIRECT FIRE WEAPONS, 6. AIRBORNE CONTAMINATION TACTIC, 7. WATERBORNE CONTAMINATION TACTIC, 8. WATERFRONT ATTACK, 9. FORCED ENTRY TACTIC, 10. COVERT ENTRY TACTIC, 11. VISUAL SURVEILLANCE TACTIC, 12. ACOUSTIC EAVESDROPPING, 13. ELECTRONIC EMANATIONS EAVESDROPPING.

Download or read book An Introduction to Natural Ventilation of Buildings for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2022-05-08 with total page 59 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers, architects and construction managers interested in natural ventilation of buildings. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. SITE SELECTION AND PLANNING, 3. LANDSCAPING, 4. BUILDING FORM, 5. BUILDING ENVELOPE AND STRUCTURE, 6. AUXILIARY FAN SYSTEMS.

Download or read book An Introduction to Stud Wall and Precast Concrete Building Envelope Systems written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2021-08-01 with total page 29 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, structural engineers and architectural engineers interested in building envelope wall systems. Here is what is discussed: 1. METAL STUD WALLS 2. PRECAST CONCRETE PANELS.

Download or read book An Introduction to Glass and Metal Curtain Wall and Masonry Building Envelope Systems written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2021-07-31 with total page 39 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, structural engineers, architectural engineers and construction managers interested in glass and metal curtain wall and masonry enclosures for buildings. Here is what is discussed: 1. GLASS AND METAL CURTAIN WALLS 2. MASONRY.

Download or read book An Introduction to Security Standards for Buildings for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers interested in security standards for design and construction of buildings. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. STANDARD 1. STANDOFF DISTANCE, 3. STANDARD 2. UNOBSTRUCTED SPACE, 4. STANDARD 3. DRIVE-UP/DROP-OFF AREAS, 5. STANDARD 4. ACCESS ROADS, 6. STANDARD 5. PARKING BENEATH BUILDINGS OR ON ROOFTOPS, 7. STANDARD 6. PROGRESSIVE COLLAPSE RESISTANCE, 8. STANDARD 7. STRUCTURAL ISOLATION, 9. STANDARD 8. BUILDING OVERHANGS AND BREEZEWAYS, 10. STANDARD 9. EXTERIOR MASONRY WALLS, 11. STANDARD 10. GLAZING, 12. STANDARD 11. BUILDING ENTRANCE LAYOUT, 13. STANDARD 12. EXTERIOR DOORS, 14. STANDARD 13. MAIL ROOMS AND LOADING DOCKS, 15. STANDARD 14. ROOF ACCESS, 16. STANDARD 15. OVERHEAD MOUNTED ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES, 17. STANDARD 16. AIR INTAKES, 18. STANDARD 17. MAIL ROOM AND LOADING DOCK VENTILATION, 19. STANDARD 18. EMERGENCY AIR DISTRIBUTION SHUTOFF, 20. STANDARD 19. EQUIPMENT BRACING, 21. STANDARD 20. UNDER BUILDING ACCESS, 22. STANDARD 21. MASS NOTIFICATION.

Download or read book An Introduction to Antiterrorism Design of Buildings for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2023-09-26 with total page 79 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for architectural engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in antiterrorism design for buildings. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. VEHICLE BOMB TACTICS, 3. HAND DELIVERED DEVICES, 4. INDIRECT FIRE WEAPONS, 5. DIRECT FIRE WEAPONS, 6. AIRBORNE CONTAMINATION TACTIC, 7. WATERBORNE CONTAMINATION TACTIC, 8. WATERFRONT ATTACK, 9. FORCED ENTRY TACTIC, 10. COVERT ENTRY TACTIC, 11. VISUAL SURVEILLANCE TACTIC, 12. ACOUSTIC EAVESDROPPING, 13. ELECTRONIC EMANATIONS EAVESDROPPING.

Download or read book Design and Construction of High performance Homes written by Franca Trubiano and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Both professionals and students are increasingly committed to achieving high-performance metrics in the design, construction and operation of residential buildings. This book responds to this demand by offering a comprehensive guide which features: architectural innovations in building skin technologies which make lighter more transparent buildings high performing energy-free architectural design principles and advances in building-integrated photovoltaics essential engineering principles, controls and approaches to simulation for achieving net zero the advantages of integrated design in residential construction and the challenges and opportunities it engenders detailed case studies of innovative homes which have incorporated low-energy design solutions, new materials, alternative building assemblies, digital fabrication, integrated engineering systems and operational controls. Divided into four parts, the book discusses the requisite AEC (Architecture, Engineering and Construction) knowledge needed when building a high-performance home. It also communicates this information across four case studies, which provide the reader with a thorough overview of all aspects to be considered in the design and construction of sustainable homes. With contributions from experts in the field, the book provides a well-rounded and multi-faceted approach. This book is essential reading for students and professionals in design, architecture, engineering (civil, mechanical and electrical), construction and energy management.

Download or read book An Introduction to Sustainable Design for Buildings for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2022-03-31 with total page 27 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers and architects interested in sustainable design of buildings. Here is what is discussed: 1. THE SUSTAINABLE DESIGN CHALLENGE, 2. THE SIX PRINCIPLES OF SUSTAINABLE DESIGN, 3. PRINCIPLE: OPTIMIZATION OF SITE POTENTIAL, 4. PRINCIPLE: OPTIMIZING ENERGY USE, 5. PRINCIPLE: PROTECTION AND CONSERVATION OF WATER, 6. PRINCIPLE: SELECTION AND USE OF ENVIRONMENTALLY PREFERABLE PRODUCTS, 7. PRINCIPLE: ENHANCEMENT OF INDOOR ENVIRONMENTA QUALITY, 8. OPTIMIZATION OF OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE PRACTICES, 9. AN AFTERWORD: HOW TO USE THE INFORMATION IN THIS COURSE.

Download or read book An Introduction to Design of Hospitals and Medical Clinics for Professional Engineers and Architects written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2021-10-17 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers, architects and construction managers interested in design of hospitals and medical clinics. Here is what is discussed: 1. ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS, 2. DRAINAGE SYSTEMS, 3. MEDICAL GAS AND VACUUM SYSTEMS, 4. HVAC SYSTEMS, 5. PLUMBING AND PIPING, 6. PLUMBING FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT, 7. PLUMBING CRITERIA, 8. PUMBING SCHEMATICS AND SCHEDULES, 9. WATER SYSTEMS, 10. SITE PLANNING, 11. TRANSPORTATION, LOGISTICS, WAYFINDING, 12. WATER SUPPLY.

Download or read book An Introduction to Specifications for Sustainability for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2024-07-31 with total page 51 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for Professional Engineers interested in specifications for sustainable engineering.

Download or read book An Introduction to Roofing Systems for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2022-10-09 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers, architects and construction managers interested in roofing systems. Here is what is discussed: 1. STARTING POINTS FOR ROOF SYSTEM SELECTION, 2. SELECTION CONSIDERATIONS FOR STEEP ROOFING SYSTEMS, 3. SELECTION CONSIDERATIONS FOR LOW-SLOPE (MEMBRANE) ROOFING, 4. RE-ROOFING AND RE-COVERING, 5. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES, 6. DETAILED INFORMATION, 7. USING PRINCIPAL DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS TO REDUCE THE NUMBER OFPOSSIBLE ROOF SYSTEMS, 8. CONSIDERATIONS WHEN SPECIFYING LOW-SLOPE (HYDROSTATIC) MEMBRANE ROOFING, 9. PRINCIPAL CONSIDERATIONS WHEN SPECIFYING STEEP-SLOPE (WATERSHEDDING) ROOFING, 10. ADDITIONAL CRITERIA AND DISCUSSION.

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Download or read book An Introduction to Central Solar Water Heating Systems for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2022-03-21 with total page 77 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for mechanical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in central solar water heating systems. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. SOLAR ENERGY, 3. SOLAR HOT WATER THERMAL SYSTEM.