{"product_id":"mechanical-and-electrical-equipment-for-buildings-9781119463085","title":"Mechanical and Electrical Equipment for Buildings","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe definitive guide to the design of environmental control systems for buildings--now updated in its 13th Edition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eMechanical and Electrical Equipment for Buildings\u003c\/i\u003e is the most widely used text on the design of environmental control systems for buildings--helping students of architecture, architectural engineering, and construction understand what they need to know about building systems and controlling a building's environment. With over 2,200 drawings and photographs, this \u003ci\u003e13th Edition\u003c\/i\u003e covers basic theory, preliminary building design guidelines, and detailed design procedure for buildings of all sizes. It also provides information on the latest technologies, emerging design trends, and updated codes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePresented in nine parts, \u003ci\u003eMechanical and Electrical Equipment for Buildings, Thirteenth Edition\u003c\/i\u003e offers readers comprehensive coverage of: environmental resources; air quality; thermal, visual, and acoustic comfort; passive heating and cooling; water design and supply; daylighting and electric lighting; liquid and solid waste; and building noise control. This book also presents the latest information on fire protection, electrical systems; and elevator and escalator systems. This \u003ci\u003eThirteenth Edition \u003c\/i\u003efeatures: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOver 2,200 illustrations, with 200 new photographs and illustrations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAll-new coverage of high-performance building design\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThoroughly revised references to codes and standards: ASHRAE, IES, USGBC (LEED), Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, and more\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUpdated offering of best-in-class ancillary materials for students and instructors available via the book's companion website\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eArchitect Registration Examination(R) (ARE(R)) style study questions available in the instructor's manual and student guide\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eMechanical and Electrical Equipment for Buildings, \u003c\/i\u003ehas been the industry standard reference that comprehensively covers all aspects of building systems for over 80 years. This \u003ci\u003eThirteenth Edition\u003c\/i\u003e has evolved to reflect the ever-growing complexities of building design, and has maintained its relevance by allowing for the conversation to include \"why\" as well as \"how to.\" \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWALTER T. GRONDZIK, PE, LEED AP BD+C, CPHC, \u003c\/b\u003e is an architectural engineer and Professor of Architecture at Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana. Grondzik is a Fellow of ASHRAE, a Fellow of the American Solar Energy Society, and a past president of the Society of Building Science Educators and of the Architectural Research Centers Consortium. His research includes building commissioning, high-performance building initiatives, and all areas of environmental control systems and their effects on buildings and occupants. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eALISON G. KWOK, PH.D., FAIA, LEED AP BD+C, \u003c\/b\u003e is an architect and Professor of Architecture at the University of Oregon, Eugene, teaching design studios, seminars in building performance, and environmental technology. Kwok is a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects and the American Solar Energy Society and a Certified Passive House Consultant. Her research includes identifying adaptive and mitigation strategies for climate change, thermal comfort, and building performance case studies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50514903400722,"sku":"9781119463085","price":134.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_3b3918b3-6891-4137-b016-65def71335ae.jpg?v=1730995650","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/mechanical-and-electrical-equipment-for-buildings-9781119463085","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}