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CLASSICAL LANGUAGE OF ARCHITECTURE GIS FOR THE URBAN ENVIRONMENT
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CLASSICAL LANGUAGE OF ARCHITECTURE
AUTHOR: SUMMERSON
ISBN: 9780262690126
In this book, the author's purpose is to set out as simply and vividly as possible the exact grammatical workings of this architectural language. He is less concerned with its development in Greece and Rome than with its expansion and use in the centuries since the Renaissance. He explains the vigorous discipline of 'the orders' and the scope of 'rustication'; the dramatic deviations of the Baroque and, in the last chapter, the relationship between the classical tradition and the 'modern' architecture of today. The book is intended for anybody who cares for architecture but more specifically for students beginning a course in the history of architecture, to whom a guide to the classical rules will be an essential companion.
Courses: HA-551-07/HA-551-10 Instructor: NAPOLI 		GIS FOR THE URBAN ENVIRONMENT
AUTHOR: MAANNTAY
ISBN: 9781589480827
This introduction to urban planning applications and problem solving with GIS is appropriate for students and professionals in the fields of geography, urban studies, urban planning, urban public health, urban environmental assessment, and hazard and emergency management. Technical jargon is minimized while the analytical concepts are fully described, enabling full use and understanding of GIS techniques. Infused in the included laboratory exercises are real-world activities that are often required in urban GIS projects but rarely included in prepared lab work, such as data acquisition, integrating data into the GIS, and manipulation of real data. Project design and analysis methodologies are also demonstrated with real-life examples of urban GIS projects.
THE ESRI GUIDE TO ANALYSIS, VOL 1, GEOGRAPHICAL PATTERNS & RELATIONSHIPS Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods
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THE ESRI GUIDE TO ANALYSIS, VOL 1, GEOGRAPHICAL PATTERNS & RELATIONSHIPS
AUTHOR: MITCHELL
ISBN:9781879102064
Spatial analysis is where the GIS rubber hits the road, where all the hard work of digitizing, building a database, checking for errors, and dealing with the details of projections and coordinate systems finally pays off in results and better decisions. But spatial analysis has often seemed inaccessible to many users--too mathematical to understand, too difficult to implement, and lacking in good textbooks and guides. Here at last is the ideal book, written by Andy Mitchell and based on ESRI's vast experience with applications of spatial analysis to a host of real problems. The book covers every area of GIS application, so readers will find examples that relate directly to their own concerns, whether they be in hydrology, transportation, or regional planning. The organization is intuitive, with sections on all of the major forms of simple spatial analysis.
This book will appeal to GIS users in all areas of GIS application. It will be invaluable reading for people encountering GIS for the first time, and wanting to see where its real power lies. It will make an excellent textbook for courses in GIS in high schools, community colleges, and undergraduate programs, and as a supplement for practical work. Although, the best way to learn what GIS Analysis can do for your projects is to use it. So buy this book and begin getting results and making better decisions 		Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods
AUTHOR: ALLEN
ISBN: 9780470074688
Now in its Fifth Edition, this essential textbook has been used by thousands of students annually in schools of architecture, engineering, and construction technology. The bestselling reference focuses on the basic materials and methods used in building construction, emphasizing common construction systems such as light wood frames, masonry bearing walls, steel frames, and reinforced concrete. New introductory material on the processes, organization, constraints, and choices in construction offers a better look at the management of construction. New sections covering the building envelope uncover the secrets to designing enclosures for thermal insulation, vapor retarders, air barriers, and moisture control. The Fifth Edition also features more axonometric detail drawings and revised photographs for a thoroughly illustrated approach and the latest IBC 2006, CSI MasterFormat, ASTM references, and LEED information.
COURSES: A-110-(01,02,03,04,05)
INSTRUCTORS:  TRENCHER, DUNNE, MCNAINE, BEDFORD, CUTSOGERORGE
Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods-USED STATICS & STRENGTH OF MATERIALS
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Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods
AUTHOR: ALLEN
ISBN: 2900471219032
Now in its Fifth Edition, this essential textbook has been used by thousands of students annually in schools of architecture, engineering, and construction technology. The bestselling reference focuses on the basic materials and methods used in building construction, emphasizing common construction systems such as light wood frames, masonry bearing walls, steel frames, and reinforced concrete. New introductory material on the processes, organization, constraints, and choices in construction offers a better look at the management of construction. New sections covering the building envelope uncover the secrets to designing enclosures for thermal insulation, vapor retarders, air barriers, and moisture control. The Fifth Edition also features more axonometric detail drawings and revised photographs for a thoroughly illustrated approach and the latest IBC 2006, CSI MasterFormat, ASTM references, and LEED information.
COURSES: A-110-(01,02,03,04,05)
INSTRUCTORS:  TRENCHER, DUNNE, MCNAINE, BEDFORD, CUTSOGERORGE 		STATICS & STRENGTH OF MATERIALS
AUTHOR: ONOUYE
ISBN: 9780131118379
Taking a visually-oriented approach, "Statics and Strength of Materials for Architecture and Building Construction, Third Edition", presents basic structural concepts in an easily understood manner. The authors introduce structural theory without relying on calculus. Instead using building examples and illustrations to supplement the book and introduce mathematically based material in a non-threatening way. This edition features many fully-worked example problems, a new supplemental CD-ROM, a section on retaining walls and clearer connections between written and visual elements. Extensive treatment of load tracing (paths) in an organized and heavily illustrated manner. Includes a CD containing additional problems with solutions for further practice. New section discussing the basic principles of concrete retaining walls using free-body diagrams and the equations of equillibrium. Building inspectors or people training to become inspectors or plans checkers.
COURSES: A-117-(02,03,04)
INSTRUCTORS: JIA, MADSEN, AKSELRAD, FEURICH
STRUCTURAL STEEL DESIGN STRUCTURAL STEEL DESIGN - USED
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STRUCTURAL STEEL DESIGN
AUTHOR:McCORMAC
ISBN: 9780132218160
 The material is presented in a clear, reader-friendly style. This best-selling text has been fully updated to conform to the latest American Manual of Steel Construction. Both Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) and Allowable Stress Design (ASD) are now covered and calculations are worked out side-by-side to allow for easy identification of the different methods. Use of SI units as an addition to the primary use of Inch-Pound units. New coverage of Lateral Torsional Bending and Hollow Structural Sections. For steel design students and professionals.
COURSES: A-217-(01,02,03)
INSTRUCTORS: CAMBOURAKIS, KAMIL, SZYCHER 		STRUCTURAL STEEL DESIGN - USED
AUTHOR:McCORMAC
ISBN: 9780132218160
 The material is presented in a clear, reader-friendly style. This best-selling text has been fully updated to conform to the latest American Manual of Steel Construction. Both Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) and Allowable Stress Design (ASD) are now covered and calculations are worked out side-by-side to allow for easy identification of the different methods. Use of SI units as an addition to the primary use of Inch-Pound units. New coverage of Lateral Torsional Bending and Hollow Structural Sections. For steel design students and professionals.
COURSES: A-217-(01,02,03)
INSTRUCTORS: CAMBOURAKIS, KAMIL, SZYCHER
CONCRETE STRUCTURES CONCRETE STRUCTURES - USED
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CONCRETE STRUCTURES
AUTHOR: SETAREH
ISBN: 9780131988279
Based on the latest ACI Code, "Concrete Structures" takes a step-by-step approach to exploring the design and analysis of reinforced concrete structures and elements. It covers concrete technology, analysis and design of reinforced concrete beams, slabs, columns, footings, and walls. It also introduces the different types of reinforced concrete floor systems and the fundamentals of pre-stressed concrete structures. Unique self-experiments, realistic problems and an accompanying CD-ROM help readers further understand concrete's structural significance and potential as a building material. Includes the most recent methods of design and analysis of reinforced concrete structures and is based on the American Concrete Institute Code (ACI 318-05). Easy to follow using a step-by-step, non-calculus approach. Includes a series of experiments readers can conduct on their own to comprehend concrete's structural significance and understand more about concrete as a building material. Practicing architects and engineers, in particular individuals preparing for the licensing exams. People interested in the building design and construction can also benefit from the book as it follows a step by step approach in the design and analysis of concrete structures.
COURSES: A-317-(01,02,03,04)
INSTRUCTORS: RICE, AKSELRAD, WEINSTEIN, KAMIL 		CONCRETE STRUCTURES - USED
AUTHOR: SETAREH
ISBN: 2900131988278
Based on the latest ACI Code, "Concrete Structures" takes a step-by-step approach to exploring the design and analysis of reinforced concrete structures and elements. It covers concrete technology, analysis and design of reinforced concrete beams, slabs, columns, footings, and walls. It also introduces the different types of reinforced concrete floor systems and the fundamentals of pre-stressed concrete structures. Unique self-experiments, realistic problems and an accompanying CD-ROM help readers further understand concrete's structural significance and potential as a building material. Includes the most recent methods of design and analysis of reinforced concrete structures and is based on the American Concrete Institute Code (ACI 318-05). Easy to follow using a step-by-step, non-calculus approach. Includes a series of experiments readers can conduct on their own to comprehend concrete's structural significance and understand more about concrete as a building material. Practicing architects and engineers, in particular individuals preparing for the licensing exams. People interested in the building design and construction can also benefit from the book as it follows a step by step approach in the design and analysis of concrete structures.
COURSES: A-317-(01,02,03,04)
INSTRUCTORS: RICE, AKSELRAD, WEINSTEIN, KAMIL
A STRUCTURES PRIMER A STRUCTURES PRIMER - USED
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A STRUCTURES PRIMER
AUTHOR: KAUFMAN
ISBN:9780132302562
This introductory paperback takes an informal approach to introducing "allowable stress" structures to users who need to understand basic structures but don't necessarily plan to become engineers. The book does not cover calculus and complex theory yet provides students with the understanding of the fundamental structural concepts required of their respective professions. The book features nearly 400 high-quality graphics that help users grasp key concepts. This can be used as a professional resource for construction managers, architects, or anyone interested in construction technology.
COURSES:CM-271-01
INSTRUCTOR: DUNNE 		A STRUCTURES PRIMER - USED
AUTHOR: KAUFMAN
ISBN:9780132302562
This introductory paperback takes an informal approach to introducing "allowable stress" structures to users who need to understand basic structures but don't necessarily plan to become engineers. The book does not cover calculus and complex theory yet provides students with the understanding of the fundamental structural concepts required of their respective professions. The book features nearly 400 high-quality graphics that help users grasp key concepts. This can be used as a professional resource for construction managers, architects, or anyone interested in construction technology.
COURSES:CM-271-01
INSTRUCTOR: DUNNE
FUNDAMENTALS OF BUSINESS LAW: EXCERPTED CASES COMMUNICATING THROUGH GRAPHIC DESIGN
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FUNDAMENTALS OF BUSINESS LAW: EXCERPTED CASES
AUTHOR: MILLER
ISBN: 9780324595727
Business Law made simpler and less expensive! FUNDAMENTALS OF BUSINESS LAW: EXCERPTED CASES is the best paperback Business Law textbook available. It focuses on sales and contracts in an easy-to-understand format. Plus, with its Online Legal Research Guide, you're just a click away from instant study helps and time-saving research aids.
COURSES: CM-303-01
INSTRUCTOR: XANTHOS 		COMMUNICATING THROUGH GRAPHIC DESIGN
AUTHOR: GATTA
ISBN: 9780871929884
An up-to-date look at one of the fastest-growing art career areas.

This studio textbook program is a visually dynamic and extensive resource, specifically designed to fit a range of teaching styles, instructional needs, and classroom configurations. This curriculum covers all aspects of design including: History of Graphic Design, the Design Process, Identity Design, Advertising, and Digital Design. Students will have the opportunity to explore their own unique style and interests, through stimulating hands-on studio opportunities, from basic to advanced levels. Some of the features included in this textbook to help make it the most valuable tool in the design classroom are:

* Key Terms: Important terms are highlighted and defined the first time they appear. Use these words to build your student's graphic design vocabulary.
* Career Profiles of professional artists: dispel the myth of the "poor starving artist" and help answer questions about careers in design.
* Step by Step How-To's: Illustrated diagrams and instructions will help students master fundamental skills and techniques.
* Student Artwork: In each chapter, graphic designs by students encourage peer sharing and critique.
COURSES: DES-620-03
INSTRUCTOR:GATTA
PLANNING FOR SUSTAINABILITY THE SUSTAINABLE URBAN DEVELOPMENT READER
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PLANNING FOR SUSTAINABILITY
AUTHOR: WHEELER
ISBN: 9780415322867
Existing patterns of urbanization are unsustainable in the long run. Current development practices consume enormous amounts of land and resources, damage local ecosystems, produce pollutants, create huge inequalities between groups of people and undermine local community and quality of life. Unfortunately planning has itself led to many unsustainable development practices.

Planning for Sustainability presents a straightforward, systematic analysis of how more sustainable cities and towns can be brought about. It does so in a highly readable manner that considers in turn each scale of planning: international, national, regional, municipal, neighbourhood, site and building. In the process it illustrates how sustainability initiatives at these different scales interrelate and how an overall framework can be developed for more livable communities.
COURSES: EMS-624-01
INSTRUCTOR: STEIN 		THE SUSTAINABLE URBAN DEVELOPMENT READER
AUTHOR: WHEELER
ISBN: 9780415453820
Building on the success of its first edition, the second edition of the Sustainable Urban Development Reader expands its selection of classic material on sustainable community development. As in the previous edition, it begins by tracing the roots of the sustainable development concept in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, before presenting classic readings on a number of dimensions of the sustainability concept.

Topics covered include land use and urban design, transportation, ecological planning and restoration, energy and materials use, economic development, social and environmental justice, and green architecture and building. All sections have a concise editorial introduction that places the selection in context and suggests further reading. Additional sections cover tools for sustainable development, sustainable development internationally, visions of sustainable community and case studies from around the world. The book also includes educational exercises for individuals, university classes, or community groups, and an extensive list of recommended readings.

The anthology remains unique in presenting a broad array of classic readings in this field, each with a concise introduction placing it within the context of this evolving discourse. It includes updated material on:

global warming
issues in less developed countries
ecotourism
prospects for sustainable development in China
megacities
case studies of sustainable development.
The Sustainable Development Reader presents an authoritative overview of the field using original sources in a highly readable format for university classes in urban studies, environmental studies, the social sciences, and related fields. It also makes a wide range of sustainable urban planning-related material available to the public in a clear and accessible way, forming an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the future of urban environments.
COURSES: EMS-620-01
INSTRUCTOR: STEIN
MARKETS & THE ENVIRONMENT CLASSICAL LANGUAGE OF ARCHITECTURE - USED
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MARKETS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
AUTHOR: KEOHANE
ISBN:9781597260473
Markets and the Environment is a concise yet comprehensive introduction to a topic of central importance in understanding a wide range of environmental issues and policy approaches. It offers a clear overview of the fundamentals of environmental economics that will enable students and professionals to quickly grasp important concepts and to apply those concepts to real-world environmental problems. In addition, the book integrates normative, policy, and institutional issues at a principles level. Chapters examine
the benefits and costs of environmental protection
markets and market failure
natural resources as capital assets
sustainability and economic development
Markets and the Environment is the second volume in the Foundations of Contemporary Environmental Studies Series, edited by James Gustave Speth. The series presents concise guides to essential subjects in the environmental curriculum, incorporating a problem-based approach to teaching and learning. Sheila M. Olmstead is assistant professor of environmental economics at the Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies. Nathaniel Keohane is assistant professor of economics at the Yale School of Management.
COURSES: EMS-624-01
INSTRUCTOR: STEVENSON 		CLASSICAL LANGUAGE OF ARCHITECTURE - USED
AUTHOR: SUMMERSON
ISBN: 9780262690126
In this book, the author's purpose is to set out as simply and vividly as possible the exact grammatical workings of this architectural language. He is less concerned with its development in Greece and Rome than with its expansion and use in the centuries since the Renaissance. He explains the vigorous discipline of 'the orders' and the scope of 'rustication'; the dramatic deviations of the Baroque and, in the last chapter, the relationship between the classical tradition and the 'modern' architecture of today. The book is intended for anybody who cares for architecture but more specifically for students beginning a course in the history of architecture, to whom a guide to the classical rules will be an essential companion.
Courses: HA-551-07/HA-551-10 Instructor: NAPOLI
GETTING TO KNOW ARCGIS DESKTOP, 2ND GIS FOR THE URBAN ENVIRONMENT
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GETTING TO KNOW ARCGIS DESKTOP, 2ND
AUTHOR: ORMSBY
ISBN:9781589482104
Getting to Know ArcGIS Desktop introduces principles of GIS as it teaches the mechanics of using ESRI’s leading technology. Key concepts are combined with detailed illustrations and step-by-step exercises to acquaint readers with the building blocks of ArcGIS Desktop including ArcMap, for displaying and querying maps, ArcCatalog, for organizing geographic data, and ModelBuilder, for diagramming and processing solutions to complex spatial analysis problems. Its broad scope, simple style, and practical orientation make this book an ideal classroom text and an excellent resource for those learning GIS on their own. A data CD for working through the exercises and a fully functioning 180-day trial DVD ArcGIS Desktop 10 software is included.
COURSES: PLAN-554-01
INSTRUCTOR: ROMALEWSKI 		GIS FOR THE URBAN ENVIRONMENT
AUTHOR:MAANNTAY
ISBN: 9781589480827
This introduction to urban planning applications and problem solving with GIS is appropriate for students and professionals in the fields of geography, urban studies, urban planning, urban public health, urban environmental assessment, and hazard and emergency management. Technical jargon is minimized while the analytical concepts are fully described, enabling full use and understanding of GIS techniques. Infused in the included laboratory exercises are real-world activities that are often required in urban GIS projects but rarely included in prepared lab work, such as data acquisition, integrating data into the GIS, and manipulation of real data. Project design and analysis methodologies are also demonstrated with real-life examples of urban GIS projects.
COURSES: PLAN-554-01
INSTRUCTOR: ROMALEWSKI