Study Books & Materials
Reference books and study materials required for professional licensing exams. Find the books you need to prepare.
Building
Business/Law
Electrical
Plumbing
Safety
General
2015 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC)
2017 Idaho State Plumbing Code (2017 ISPC)
2018 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC)
2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC)
49 CFR Part 213 - Track Safety Standards; Part 214 - Railroad Workplace Safety; and Part 236 - Rules, Standards, and Instructions Governing the Installation, Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair of Signal and Train Control Systems, Devices, and Appliances
49 CFR Parts 178-199 (Transportation), 2004, Subchapter D, Pipeline Safety
ACCA Ductulator (Duct Slide Rule)
ACI 318-11 or ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary
ACI 530/530.1-11 or ACI 530/530.1-13 (2011 or 2013): Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures
AL Dept of Environmental Management Water Division Water Supply Program 335-7
ANSI A108/A118/A136.1:2017, American National Standard Specifications for the Installation of Ceramic Tile
ANSI Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities
ANSI/EIMA 99-A-2017: Standard for Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) and EIFS with Drainage
ASME A13.1: Scheme for the Identification of Piping Systems
ASME A17.1 - Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators
ASME A17.1b 2003 Addenda to ASME A17.1-2000, Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators
ASME A17.3: Safety Code for Existing Elevators and Escalators
ASME A17.5: Elevator and Escalator Electrical Equipment
ASME B20.1-2012 Safety Standard for Conveyors and Related Equipment
ASME B31.1-2001 Power Piping
ASME B31.3-2002 Process Piping
ASME B31.3-2004: Process Piping
ASME Code for Pressure Piping - B31.8 - Gas Transmission and Distribution Piping Systems
ASTM C 1007 - Standard Specification for Installation of Load Bearing (Transverse and Axial) Steel Studs and Related Accessories
ASTM C 754 - Standard Specification for Installation of Steel Framing Members to Receive Screw-Attached Gypsum Panel Products
Airport Construction Standards FAA Advisory Circular AC 150/5370-10
Alabama 1Call – Dig Safely; AL Act 94-487 S.299
Alabama State Board Health, Alabama Department of Public Health, Bureau of Environmental Services, Division of Community Environmental Protection, Administrative Code, Chapter 42031, Onsite Sewage Disposal
Antenna Toolkit
Architectural Sheet Metal Manual
Asphalt in Pavement Maintenance (MS-16)
BCSI: Guide to Good Practice for Handling, Installing, Restraining, and Bracing of Metal Plate Connected Wood Trusses
Builders Guide to Floors
Carpentry and Building Construction
Certified Pool-Spa Operators Handbook
Code of Federal Regulations, 47-Telecommunications
Code of Practice for Tunnels Under Construction
Commercial and Industrial Insulation Standards
Concrete Pipe and Box Culvert Installation
Construction Jobsite Management
Construction Planning, Equipment, and Methods
Construction Project Management
Construction Waterproofing Handbook
Contren Learning Series - Conveyors
Contren Learning Series - Troubleshooting and Repairing Conveyors
Cost Estimating for Underground Transit: Too Dangerous to "Guesstimate"
Data, Voice, and Video Cabling
Design and Construction of Large, Welded, Low-Pressure Storage Tanks - API Standard 620
Design and Construction of Urban Storm Water Management Systems
Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures
Developing Your Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan – A Guide for Construction Sites
Division of Occupational & Professional Licenses Contractor's Business and Law Reference Manual
Division of Occupational & Professional Licenses Idaho Manufactured Home Installation Standard Manual
Energy Design Guidelines for Metal Building Systems
Engineering Sign Structures: An Introduction to Analysis and Design
Erectors' Manual – Standards and Guidelines for the Erection of PreCast Concrete Products
Facility Piping Systems Handbook
Ferm's Fast Finder Index
Fibrous Glass Duct Construction Standards
Field Handbook for Concrete Railway Structures
Finish Carpenter's Manual
Fire Alarm Signaling Systems Handbook
Florida Building Code - Building
Florida Building Code - Test Protocols for High Velocity Hurricane Zones
Glass Association of North America Glazing Manual
Glass Installer Reference Manual
Green Building Fundamentals
Guide to Glass & Glazing Requirements of the Model Building Codes
Guide to Shotcrete
Gypsum Construction Handbook
HVAC Duct Construction Standards, Metal and Flexible
HVAC Pump Handbook
Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and Stone Tile Installation
Handbook of Rigging
Hazardous Locations
Hot Mix Asphalt Paving Handbook (MAPH-2)
Hot-Mix Asphalt Paving Handbook (MAPH-2)
IDIPRA Installation Guide for Ductile Iron Pipe
Industrial Refrigeration Handbook
Instructional Manual for Training and Certification of Field Personnel for Unbonded Post-Tensioning
Insulation Handbook
International Energy Conservation Code
International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings
International Residential Code for One-and Two-Family Dwellings
International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
Jacked Tunnel Design and Construction
Key Word Index by Tom Henry, Based on the National Electrical Code
Landscape Construction
Landscaping Principles and Practices
Lineman's and Cableman's Handbook
Live Sound Reinforcement: A Comprehensive Guide to P.A. and Music Reinforcement Systems and Technology
Low Voltage Wiring: Security/Fire Alarm Systems
Manual J - Residential Load Calculation
Manual N - Load Calculation for Small Commercial Buildings
Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways
Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters
Mechanical and Electrical Systems for Construction Managers
Metal Building Systems Manual
Modern Hydronic Heating for Residential and Light Commercial Buildings
Modern Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone
Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Modern Welding
NCCER 15401-08 Conveyors
NCCER 15402-08 Troubleshooting and Repairing Conveyors
NFPA 13: Installation of Sprinkler Systems
NFPA 14: Installation of Standpipe, Private Hydrant, and Hose Systems
NFPA 17: Standard for Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems
NFPA 30, Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code
NFPA 30A, Code for Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages
NFPA 72 – National Fire Alarm Code
NRCA Roofing Manual: Architectural Metal Flashing Condensation and Air Leakage Control, and Reroofing
NRCA Roofing Manual: Membrane Roofing Systems
NRCA Roofing Manual: Metal Panel and SPF Roof Systems
NRCA Roofing Manual: Steep Slope Roof Systems
NTC Blue Book – Low Voltage Systems Handbook
National Electrical Code or National Electrical Code Handbook
National Elevator Manufacturing Industry's Installation Manual
Oklahoma Electrical Industry Regulations
Oklahoma Mechanical Industry Regulations
Oklahoma Mechanical Licensing Act
Oklahoma Plumbing License Law of 1955
Oklahoma Roofing Contractor Registration Act
PVC Pipe - Design and Installation - AWWA Manual M23
Painting & Decorating Craftsman's Manual and Textbook
Painting and Decorating: Skills and Techniques
Petroleum Equipment Lexicon: The definitive dictionary of terms used in petroleum marketing operations
Pipe Welding Procedures
Pipe and Excavation Contracting
Pipefitter's Handbook
Placing Reinforcing Bars, Recommended Practices
Plastering Skills
Portland Cement Plaster (Stucco) Manual
Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction
RP100 UST Installation: Recommended Practices for Installation of Underground Liquid Storage Systems (RP100)
RP400 Electrical Continuity Recommended Procedure for Testing of Electrical Continuity of Fuel-Dispensing Hanging Hardware
Recommended Practices for Installation of Aboveground Storage Systems for Motor-Vehicle Fueling (RP200)
Roofing Construction and Estimating
SDI Manual of Construction with Steel Deck
SMACNA Symbols Sheet
SP-4 Formwork for Concrete
Saw cutting Concrete Flatwork
Saw cutting Joints in Concrete
Setting Tile
Sheet Metal
Simplified Irrigation Design
Soils and Foundations
Solar Water and Pool Heating Design and Installation Manual
Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts
Specifications for Structural Joints Using High-Strength Bolts
Standard Construction Guidelines for Microtunneling
State of Mississippi Regulation of Excavation
State of Oklahoma, Construction Industries Board, Unofficial Administrative Rules & Courtesy Exam Study Aids Book
Steam Plant Operation
Steel Water-Storage Tanks - AWWA Manual M42
Storm Water Management for Construction Activities
Taking the Tedium Out of Cutting
Technical Digest No. 9 – Handling and Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders
Telecommunications Wiring
The Complete Illustrated Guide to Furniture and Cabinet Construction
The Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction
The NRCA Roofing Manual: Membrane Roof System
The NRCA Roofing Manual: Steep-Slope Roof Systems
The NRCA Waterproofing Manual
The Practical Guide to Railway Engineering
The Ultimate Pool Maintenance Manual: Spas, Pools, Hot Tubs, Rockscapes and Other Water Features
Tips for Cutting Concrete
Tough-As-Nails Flowers for the South
Training and Certification of Field Personnel for Unbonded Post-Tensioning - Level 1 Field Fundamentals
Understanding and Servicing Alarm Systems
Walker's Building Estimator's Reference Book
Welded Steel Tanks for Oil Storage - API Standard 650
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