Sold Out – Introduction to Blueprint Reading, 2-Night Course

This class is currently sold out. Contact Bonnie Mattox for more information on the next class.

This class meets for 2 consecutive nights, January 22nd and 23rd at ABC Greater Baltimore from 5 to 8 pm.

Blueprint reading is a fundamental skill that should be mastered by all individuals pursuing a career in the construction industry. This class has been designed for individuals with little to no experience with reading blueprints and will help provide the foundation necessary to help individuals master this important skill. Potential students should be proficient with basic mathematics and have a basic understanding of commercial building components. This course will provide a basic overview of all construction disciplines including, Civil, Architectural, Structural, Fire Protection, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical, and Low Voltage Systems.

Topics to include, but not limited to the following:

• Types of Construction Drawings and their purpose
• Drawing Organization & Components
• Understanding floor plans, sections & elevations
• Identify and understanding the meaning of common symbols, notations and abbreviations found on plans.
• Scale Reading
• Basic Quantity Take Off and Calculating – Counts, Linear Measures, Area and Volume
• Sitework – Demo, Excavation, SOE, SEC, UG Utilities
• Architectural – Plans, Elevations, Finishes, Schedules
• Structural Overview for Concrete and Steel
• Sprinkler Systems and Installation Criteria
• Plumbing Systems – Supply and Drain Lines
• Mechanical Systems – Piping and Air Distribution Systems
• Electrical Systems – Power and Lighting
• Low Voltage Systems – Telecom, Data, Fire Alarm, Security, AV.

ABC can customize this class for your company!
We can host at your place or ours!
Contact Brittany for more information.

See what people are saying about this class:
“This course is perfect to give a general overview of blueprint reading and even goes into some more in-depth concepts. I am looking forward to taking a follow up or more advanced class next.”
-Brittany Balestra, Trident Builders

“This course was a fantastic introduction to blueprint reading and a great class for someone looking to dip their toes into plan reading.”
-Lisa Stang; Contour Construction