Modern Carpentry

About this book

Modern Carpentry is a colorful easy-to-understand source of authoritative and up-to-date information on building materials tools and construction methods. It provides detailed coverage of all aspects of light construction. The text also familiarizes you with other aspects of the building trades with chapters on plumbing electrical and HVAC. Changes for this edition include a new Green Building and Certification Programs chapter new Thinking Green features increased coverage of IRC and OSHA requirements and increased safety and rigging content. A career chapter and construction Careers features throughout the text introduce student to the on-the-job success factors including basic skills safety attitudes and career opportunities. Detailed step-by-step procedures break down complex operations into easy-to-follow tasks ensuring student success.