Plan Reading and Specifications

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Course Overview

What You'll Learn

  • It is also appropriate for designers, architects, and project managers seeking to better understand how drawings and specifications communicate project requirements.
  • You will learn how to interpret construction drawings and specifications used in real-world building projects.
  • You will also explore the purpose and structure of project specifications and learn how they interact with the drawings to define materials, methods, and compliance standards.

This course is designed for entry-level construction professionals, project engineers, estimators, and those looking to enter the construction industry with a solid foundation in reading construction documents. It is also appropriate for designers, architects, and project managers seeking to better understand how drawings and specifications communicate project requirements. You will learn how to interpret construction drawings and specifications used in real-world building projects. The course covers the components of a complete set of plans, including architectural, structural, and MEP drawings, and teaches you how to analyze title blocks, scales, and symbols. You will also explore the purpose and structure of project specifications and learn how they interact with the drawings to define materials, methods, and compliance standards. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped to navigate a full set of construction documents confidently and communicate your findings clearly—skills essential for effective estimating, bidding, and project execution.

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