{"product_id":"blueprint-reading-construction-drawings-for-the-building-trades-9780071549868","title":"Blueprint Reading: Construction Drawings for the Building Trades","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eImprove Your Ability to Read and Interpret All Types of Construction Drawings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBlueprint Reading\u003c\/i\u003e is a step-by-step guide to reading and interpreting all types of construction drawings. Filled with hundreds of illustrations and study questions, this easy-to-use resource offers a complete overview of construction drawing basics for every aspect of the construction process- from site work, foundations, and structural systems to interior work and finishes. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovering all the latest technological advances, noted architect Sam Kubba offers detailed information on: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBlueprint standards-ANSI, ISO, AWS, and ASME \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComputer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided design and drafting (CADD)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLines, views, elevations, and dimensions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayouts of all construction drawing types-architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications-MasterFormat and UniFormat \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSymbols-materials, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and others\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to avoid costly pitfalls on construction projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou'll also find a glossary of terms for quick reference, convenient tables and charts for identifying symbols and abbreviations, and much more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside This Skills-Building Guide to Construction Drawing Basics\u003c\/p\u003e- Blueprint Standards - Blueprints and Construction Drawings: A Universal Language - Understanding Lines - Types of Views - Understanding Dimensions - Layout of Construction Drawings - Understanding Industrial Blueprints - The Meaning of Symbols - Understanding Schedules - Specifications - ISO Issues, Codes, and Building Regulations - Construction Business Environment\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e McGraw-Hill Companies\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/01\/2008\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780071549868\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 384\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.35lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.10h x 7.20w x 1.10d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview Citations: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ci\u003eScitech Book News\u003c\/i\u003e 12\/01\/2008 pg. 146\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Sam Kubba","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43150238580917,"sku":"9780071549868","price":61.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/files\/img_da8af389-df13-4108-bd11-8e8a1f5726ae.jpg?v=1696344391","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/blueprint-reading-construction-drawings-for-the-building-trades-9780071549868","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}