General Engineering (A) (2025-01-01)

This new trusted reference has been completely updated to keep excavation contractors, operating engineers, and those learning the trade current with state-of-the-art equipment usage and the most efficient excavating and grading techniques.You'll learn how to read topo maps, set crows feet, install water drain and sewer pipes, lay or remove asphalt concrete, use a laser level, cut drainage channels, and use GPS and sonar for absolute precision.Includes a CD-ROM with an interactive study center to help anyone brush up their skills or study for the license exam. Filled with hundreds of tips, pictures, and diagrams and tables every excavation contractor can use. You will need a computer with a CD-ROM drive running Microsoft Windows.

The 8th Edition, authored by David W. Johnston, North Carolina State University, is a major revision of the document to bring it up-to-date with “Guide to Formwork for Concrete (ACI 347R-14).” Revisions include referencing current standards and practices, removing outdated or irrelevant material, adding content on new developments in formwork technology and practice, and updating the look and layout of the document.

This edition considers the updated lateral pressure and other provisions now provided by ACI 347R-14. Expanded coverage is provided in SP-4 for wind loads on formwork specialized from ASCE/SEI 7-10 as modified by ASCE/SEI 37-14. The design of formwork has been divided into two chapters, one focusing on bending, shear, and deflection of wall, slab, and column formwork members, and a second focusing on shoring and bracing members. Bridge formwork considerations have been moved into a separate chapter. A new chapter summarizing the recommendations of ACI 347.3R-13, “Guide to Formed Concrete Surfaces,” has been added.

The California Plumbing Code (CPC) sets minimum standards for the design, installation, and maintenance of plumbing systems to protect health, safety, and property. It regulates materials, construction, and system performance for all plumbing installations.

This fully integrated code is based on the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code® and includes free state updates and supplements.
Effective: January 1, 2026.

Updated every three years, the California Electrical Code (CEC)—based on the 2023 NEC® with California amendments—helps contractors, engineers, electricians, inspectors, and safety officials protect people and property from electrical hazards.

It covers installation requirements for electrical conductors, equipment, raceways, signaling and communications systems, and optical fiber cables.

Includes free state updates and supplements.
Effective: January 1, 2026.

The California Building Code (CBC) sets minimum standards for building design, construction, fire and life safety, structural safety, and accessibility. It regulates materials, occupancy, location, and maintenance to protect health, safety, and property. Matrix Adoption Tables at the start of each chapter show which state agencies adopt specific sections.

This 2-volume set is fully integrated with the 2024 International Building Code® and includes free updates.
Effective: January 1, 2026.

The California Fire Code (CFC) provides regulations to protect life and property from fire, explosions, hazardous materials, and unsafe building conditions. It also includes provisions to support emergency responders and is referenced throughout Title 24.

This fully integrated code is based on the 2024 International Fire Code® and includes free state updates and supplements.
Effective: January 1, 2026.

The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, or MUTCD defines the standards used by road managers nationwide to install and maintain traffic control devices on all public streets, highways, bikeways, and private roads open to public traffic. The MUTCD is published by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) under 23 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 655, Subpart F.