{"product_id":"9781118867181","title":"Mechanical and Electrical Equipment for Buildings","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe definitive guide to environmental control systems, updated with emerging technology and trends\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Interactive Resource Center\u003c\/i\u003e is an online learning environment where instructors and students can access the tools they need to make efficient use of their time, while reinforcing and assessing their understanding of key concepts for successful understanding of the course. An access card with redemption code for the online \u003ci\u003eInteractive Resource Center\u003c\/i\u003e is included with \u003cb\u003eall new, print copies\u003c\/b\u003e or can be purchased separately.    (***If you rent or purchase a used book with an access code, the access code may have been redeemed previously and you may have to purchase a new access code ISBN: 978111899616-4).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe online \u003ci\u003eInteractive Resource Center\u003c\/i\u003e contains resources tied to the book, such as:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eInteractive Animations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInteractive Self-tests\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInteractive Flashcards\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCase Studies\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRespondus Testbank (instructors only)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInstructor’s Manual (over 200 pages) including additional resources (Instructors only)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRoadmap to the 12\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e Edition (Instructors only)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStudent Guide to the Textbook\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eMechanical and Electrical Equipment for Buildings, Twelfth Edition\u003c\/i\u003e is the industry standard reference that comprehensively covers all aspects of building systems. With over 2,200 drawings and photographs, the book discusses basic theory, preliminary building design guidelines, and detailed design procedure for buildings of all sizes. The updated twelfth edition includes over 300 new illustrations, plus information on the latest design trends, codes, and technologies, while the companion website offers new interactive features including animations, additional case studies, quizzes, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnvironmental control systems are the components of a building that keep occupants comfortable and help make the building work. \u003ci\u003eMechanical and Electrical Equipment for Buildings\u003c\/i\u003e covers both active controls, like air conditioners and heaters, as well as passive controls like daylighting and natural ventilation. Because these systems comprise the entire energy use and costs of a building's life, the book stresses the importance of sustainability considerations during the design process, by both architects and builders. Authored by two leading green design educators, \u003ci\u003eMEEB\u003c\/i\u003e provides the most current information on low-energy architecture, including topics like:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eContext, comfort, and environmental resources\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIndoor air quality and thermal control\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIllumination, acoustics, and electricity\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFire protection, signal systems, and transportation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eOccupant comfort and building usability are the most critical factors in the success of a building design, and with environmental concerns mounting, it's becoming more and more important to approach projects from a sustainable perspective from the very beginning. As the definitive guide to environmental control systems for over 75 years, \u003ci\u003eMechanical and Electrical Equipment for Buildings\u003c\/i\u003e is a complete resource for students and professionals alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47078310346992,"sku":"9781118867181","price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781118867181_p0.jpg?v=1763695675","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781118867181","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}