Introductory blueprint reading for residential and light commercial construction.

The course focus is on reading and interpreting residential/ commercial blueprints. Students will decode and memorize blueprint symbols. Through completing the readings and activities, students will gain a working understanding of blueprint reading fundamentals. Students will integrate and apply this information to project management activities.    

Students learn to:

• Decode prints symbols
• Understand the structure and order of prints
• Distinguish print components - framing plans, roofing plans
• Utilize contruction math as it pertains to prints
• Understand the anatomy of residential and commercial structures
• Utilze problem solving strategies to print reading
• Understand how various building codes apply to residential structures
• Acquire knowledge of building materials

Prerequisites:

• CNBT 1411, Construction Methods & Materials
• CNBT 1402 Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical Systems in Construction
• CNBT 1413 Concrete I
• CRPT 1415 Conventional Wall Systems

or department approval or department approval

Syllabus is available on the current semester's schedule page