CONST 141 - Architectural Blueprint Reading I

4.0 Credits
An introduction to reading and interpreting architectural drawings. Layout, terminology, graphic standards and drafting fundamentals. Emphasis on how to locate information and cross reference with details, schedules, and specifications for clarification.
Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Describe and explain how complex plan sets are organized.
Define typical construction symbols, line types, and terminology.
Identify typical contract documents and describe their function.
Identify and describe the components of an exterior wall section.
Identify and describe the components of site plans.
Identify and describe the components of civil plans.
Describe the special characteristics of commercial plans and explain how to read and interpret them.