An Introduction to Antiterrorism Standards for Buildings for Professional Engineers


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Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers, architects and construction managers interested in design and construction of buildings to resist terrorist attack. Here is what is discussed: 1. SITE PLANNING, 2. STRUCTURAL DESIGN, 3. ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN, 4. ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL, 5. GLOSSARY.




An Introduction to Antiterrorism Standards for Buildings


Book Description

Technical guidance for professional engineers, architects and construction managers interested in antiterrorism design and construction standards for buildings and building sites. Here is what is discussed:1. Site Planning2. Structural Design3. Architectural Design4. Electrical and Mechanical.




An Introduction to Building Antiterrorism Design Strategies for Professional Engineers


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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.




An Introduction to Antiterrorism Design of Buildings for Professional Engineers


Book Description

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.







An Introduction to Sustainable Design for Buildings for Professional Engineers


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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.




An Introduction to Security Standards for Buildings for Professional Engineers


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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.




An Introduction to Airfield and Airport Engineering for Professional Engineers


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Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers and construction managers interested in design and construction of airfields and airports. Here is what is discussed: 1. AIRFIELD DRAINAGE, 2. AIRCRAFT HANGARS, 3. PASSENGER TERMINALS, 4. RUNWAYS, 5. AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL FACILITIES, 6. CONTROL TOWER SITING.




An Introduction to Emergency Operation Centers for Professional Engineers


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Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers and architects interested in design of emergency operation centers. Here is what is discussed; 1. GENERAL PLANNING REQUIREMENTS, 2. PLANNING PROCESS, 3. EOC SIZE, 4. DUAL USE OF EOC SPACE WITH OTHER FUNCTIONS, 5. DETERMINING FACILITY LOCATION (PRIMARY AND ALTERNATE), 6. NEW VERSUS EXISTING LOCATIONS, 7. SECURITY CONCEPTS, 8. ALTERNATE EOC REQUIREMENTS, 9. MOBILE COMMAND CENTERS, 10. SITE ACCESSIBILITY, BUILDING SECURITY, TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS, 11. INTERNAL OPERATIONAL AREA DESIGN/LAYOUTS, 12. STAFF SUPPORT AREA CONFIGURATIONS, 13. ERGONOMICS AND SPACE STANDARDS.




An Introduction to Daylighting Buildings for Professional Engineers


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Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers and architects interested in daylighting of buildings. Here is what is discussed: 1. SUSTAINABILITY ISSUES, 2. DAYLIGHTING.