Regardless of whether you are a carpenter, HVAC installer, electrician, or general contractor, the ability to interpret construction drawings is essential. Effectively locating information across different sections of a drawing and cross-referencing details between multiple drawings can significantly impact the success of a construction project, preventing costly errors and delays. “Understanding Construction Drawings, 4th Edition” stands as the sole Canadian textbook tailored to equip students with the skills needed to read the drawings that convey vital information about buildings. This edition includes five sets of comprehensive construction drawings from various companies, encompassing both metric and imperial measurements, along with diverse perspectives and layouts—providing students with invaluable visual learning tools.
Designed to support students in the building trades, “Understanding Construction Drawings” offers clear, step-by-step guidance to help them master the art of reading construction drawings. This foundational skill paves the way for a wide array of career opportunities, not only on construction sites but also in related industries in the housing sector.
The textbook is updated with references to the latest National Building Code of Canada, includes information on sustainable building practices, and features insights into energy efficiency. It also provides an overview of building information modeling (BIM) along with 3D images of the model house utilized throughout the text. Other essential topics include engineered flooring systems, insulated concrete form (ICF) details, roof framing specifications, concrete strength data, and the National Building Code requirements for notching and drilling dimensional lumber.
Moreover, this edition contains five sets of updated and improved blueprint drawings, ensuring students receive the most relevant training. Instructor resources are also available (seperately), including a comprehensive Instructor’s Manual, a Test Bank, Cognero TB, and PowerPoint slides.
978-0176796167, 978-0176853150
NOTE: This only consists of the eBook Understanding Construction Drawings For Housing and Small Business, 4th Edition, in an original PDF. No access codes are included.
