Overview

Blueprint Reading and Construction Documents develops the skills needed to interpret residential construction plans from design through execution. Beginning with plan set organization and site plans, students progress through architectural drawings, structural plans, mechanical systems, specifications, construction details, document coordination, field markups, and trade scope development.

Table of Contents

  1. Chapter 1: Navigate Residential Plan Set
  2. Chapter 2: Read Site Plan and Locate Building
  3. Chapter 3: Read Foundation Plans and Footing Layouts
  4. Chapter 4: Read Floor Plans and Room Layouts
  5. Chapter 5: Read Exterior Elevations
  6. Chapter 6: Read Building and Wall Sections
  7. Chapter 7: Read Structural Framing Plans
  8. Chapter 8: Read Door, Window, and Opening Schedules
  9. Chapter 9: Read Finish Schedules and Interior Finish Plans
  10. Chapter 10: Read Cabinet, Millwork, and Built-In Details
  11. Chapter 11: Read Plumbing Plans and Fixture Locations
  12. Chapter 12: Read Electrical, Lighting, and Device Plans
  13. Chapter 13: Read HVAC Plans, Registers, Returns, and Equipment Notes
  14. Chapter 14: Read Roof Plans and Roofing Details
  15. Chapter 15: Envelope and Flashing Details
  16. Chapter 16: Read Specifications, General Notes, and Product Requirements
  17. Chapter 17: Compare Plans and Identify Conflicts
  18. Chapter 18: Mark Up Plan Set for Field Use
  19. Chapter 19: Build Trade Scope Checklist from Documents

Learning Outcomes