The 2009 IBC® Study Companion, is a comprehensive study guide to help you better understand the 2009 International Building Code®. It covers select topics of the code and includes code text, commentary and illustrations representing the provisions under discussion. Eighteen study sessions provide practical learning assignments. All study sessions contain specific learning objectives, commentary and illustrations and a list of questions summarizing the key points for study. Exercises and quizzes are provided at the end of each study session. Readers can measure their level of knowledge by checking the answer key provided in the back of the book. A total of 630 questions and answers are provided!