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- Includes a set of 119 (17" x 22") foldout prints that provide learners with realistic on-the-job experiences.- Covers commercial and residential print reading.- Provides four comprehensive print reading projects at end of text.
Print Reading for Construction provides a practical way to learn and master the skill of print reading for construction. It is a combination text-workbook that teaches the interpretation and visualization of residential and commercial construction prints. The text starts with the basics and progresses to advanced topics. The content is ideal for career and technical students, apprentices, and building trades workers in addition to being suitable for self-study. The Large Prints folder included with the text contains 140 foldout prints (17" x 22") from residential and commercial construction, providing students realistic, on-the-job experience. New Green Building and Careers in Construction features address sustainable design practices and career information. Applied math and measurement content and assessments help students master foundational skills for success. Electronic versions of the prints in the Large Prints folder are available in PDF format in the instructor resources. Four advanced projects at the end of the text provide additional practice to further develop skills. The new edition features new sets of prints from residential and commercial projects and related print reading activities. A new set of residential prints for a basic project was added to this edition to address basic skills and practices. The text has been enhanced with a new, colorful design and includes many new illustrations to explain topics.
Print Reading for Construction is designed to assist students in reading and understanding residential and commercial prints. The 2013 edition of this text has been extensively revised and features five new print reading projects, including two new unit-based projects with end-of-unit activities and three new advanced projects at the end of the text. This practical text is suitable for vocational students, apprentices, and building trades workers who want to increase their knowledge of print reading and construction drawings. The combination text and workbook presents a thorough discussion of print reading techniques, starting with the basics of print reading and progressing to advanced topics. * Includes more than 125, 17" x 22" foldout prints, which provide learners with realistic on-the-job experiences. * Provides four comprehensive print reading projects at the end of the text. * Full color is used throughout the text to enhance student comprehension of the subject matter. The Instructor's Resource CD contains electronic versions of the foldout prints that accompany the Print Reading for Construction textbook. The electronic prints are provided in PDF format. These prints can be projected by the instructor during a lecture or used in place of the paper prints by the student when completing the print reading activities.
Print Reading for Construction is designed to assist students in reading and understanding residential and commercial prints. This practical text is suitable for vocational students, apprentices, and building trades workers who want to increase their knowledge of print reading and construction drawings. The combination text and workbook presents a thorough discussion of print reading techniques, starting with the basics of print reading and progressing to advanced topics.
PRINT READING FOR ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY, 3E provides the knowledge and skills needed to accurately interpret blueprints for residential and light commercial construction. This easy-to-use text explores all facets of print reading, with examples and illustrations taken from actual architectural prints. Readers are provided with the information they need to create high-quality, standardized real world working drawings. In addition, this edition is fully updated with CADD-generated print reading examples, illustrations, and exercises that comply with the highest industry standards of computer-aided design and drafting. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
This book teaches the basic skills needed to read, study, and understand construction plans. It also features a detailed analysis of a set of residential plans. (Adapted from back cover).
Accurately interpret graphic and written constructiondocuments Construction documents are the vital link between thearchitect's vision and the finished physical structure. Buildingprofessionals must accurately read and follow these documents inorder to build a given design in the most efficient waypossible. Print and Specifications Reading for Constructionexplains exactly how to interpret construction documents, offeringstudents and professionals a complete package for learning andunderstanding. The text clearly lays out different graphic andwritten document types, how they developed, what information theycontain, and their current use in residential and commercialconstruction today. Next, it looks in depth at the documents,revealing how each type works in action through example projects.Alongside the text, online access to three complete sets of samplesheets gives you experience working with prints andspecifications. Inside you will discover: How to solve real construction problems in large-scaleresidential and commercial projects Coverage of architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical,plumbing, and civil drawings and specifications Relevant terminology for, and practical applications of,sustainability and Building Information Modeling (BIM) Practice questions and exercises throughout An all-in-one reference that combines clearly written text,complete document sample sets, and up-to-date digital resources,Print and Specifications Reading for Construction is anessential companion for anyone learning or practicing constructionor contracting.
Printreading for Heavy Commercial Construction provides printreading knowledge related to commercial construction, including sitework, mechanical and electrical systems, structural steel, reinforced concrete, and finish construction. This textbook covers the skills needed to interpret plans and printreading symbols commonly included on prints for large commercial structures. This new edition provides updated information on the National Electrical Code (NEC�), LEED� certification, and CSI MasterFormat™. Expanded topics include public and private project owners, surveying, underground utility location, slip forms, building automation, and interior trim. New energy center prints have been added, along with corresponding final exam questions.