Books with author Alan Jefferis

Master the skills most important for drawing, detailing, and designing residential structures with RESIDENTIAL DESIGN, DRAFTING, AND DETAILING, 2E. This step-by-step presentation centers exclusively on residential, familiarizing readers with standard construction practices involving wood, engineered materials, steel, and concrete as well as the latest "green" concepts and alternative materials. Updates throughout this edition reflect the latest standards, codes and guidelines, including the 2012 International Residential Code. Readers concentrate on CAD techniques using the guidelines from the United States National CAD - Standard--V5. Professional examples from architects, engineers, and designers as well as activities using actual architectural drawings and designs place readers into the role of professional CAD technicians.

Jeff Alan goes beyond theory to explore the practical ethical difficulties facing journalists today. Some of the topics include: avoiding litigation; how to excel at live reporting; effective ways to reach your audience and the price of protecting source confidentiality. He also provides a responsibility test to evaluate how well responsible reporting is applied in the field. For general managers and industry leaders, this book is an invaluable tool. For students, there's a learning experience on every page.