Blueprint Reading

The Basic Construction Plan Reading course is specifically designed to develop plan reading skills. Prior knowledge of elevation control is helpful. This class is covered with exercises and homework type problem-solving. This includes:

• Reading blueprints for structural information
• Working drawings and blueprints
• Reading detail drawings
• The “plot” plan
• Reading floor plans
• Reading blueprints/trade
• Symbols & notations used on floor plans

This course covers plan reading for “Light commercial construction”, which builds on knowledge learned in Part I. Knowledge of elevation control is required. Completion/passing of the “Basic Blueprint Reading – Part I” or equivalent is a prerequisite. Work and homework problem solving are utilized.

• Reading blueprints in a small commercial building
• Types of construction
• Heavy timber construction
• Reading blueprints for a townhouse
• Structural steel construction
• Reinforced concrete

This course covers plan reading for “Heavy commercial and industrial construction”, which builds on the knowledge learned in Parts I & II. Completion/passing of the “Blueprint Reading – Part II” or equivalent is a prerequisite. Work and homework problem solving are utilized.

• Reading blueprints in a heavy commercial and industrial building
• Types of construction
• Specifications
• Site work
• Structural steel construction
• Mechanical and electrical systems
• Reinforced concrete construction
• Finish construction