Print Reading for Architecture & Construction (Thomson Delmar Learning Blueprint Reading) - Softcover

Jefferis, Alan; Madsen, David

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1401851673 ISBN 13: 9781401851675

Publisher: Cengage Learning, 1980

Synopsis

Attain the knowledge and skills required to read complete sets of working drawings for residential and light commercial construction. This easy-to-use manual explores all facets of print reading, with examples and illustrations taken from actual architectural prints that provide readers with the information they need to create "real world" working drawings. Computer-aided design and drafting is underscored through the use of CADD-generated print reading examples, illustrations, and exercises that comply with the highest industry standards. Quality and standardization in all architectural and construction print examples is emphasized.

About this title

Review

1. Introduction to Architectural and Construction Technology Print Reading. 2. Reading Site Plans. 3.Reading Floor Plans, Part 1: Floor Plan Symbols. 4. Reading Floor Plans, Part 2: Floor Plan Dimensions. 5. Reading Floor Plans Part 3: Electrical, Plumbing and HVAC. 6. Reading Elevations. 7. Reading Millwork Details and Cabinet Elevations. 8. Reading Framing Methods, Structural Components and Framing Plans. 9. Reading Roof Related Drawings. 10. Foundations and Floor Systems. 11. Reading Sections and Details. 12. Reading Stair Drawings. 13. Reading Fireplace Drawings. 14. Construction Specifications and Energy Efficient Construction Applications Appendix A. Appendix B. Glossary. Abbreviations.

About the Author

David A. Madsen is an emeritus faculty member in drafting technology and the Autodesk Premier Training Center at Clackamas Community College in Oregon City, Oregon, where he also served as an instructor and department chairperson for nearly 30 years. In addition to his community college experience, David served as a drafting technology instructor at Centennial High School in Gresham, Oregon. He is a former member of the American Design and Drafting Association (ADDA) Board of Directors and was honored by the ADDA with Director Emeritus status at the annual conference in 2005. David is an Autodesk Authorized Author and has extensive experience in mechanical drafting, architectural design and drafting, and building construction. He holds a master of education degree in vocational administration and a bachelor of science degree in industrial education. He is the author of ENGINEERING DRAWING AND DESIGN, GEOMETRIC DIMENSIONING AND TOLERANCING, and PRINT READING FOR ENGINEERING AND MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY, and coauthor of ARCHITECTURAL AUTOCAD; ARCHITECTURAL DESKTOP AND ITS APPLICATIONS; ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING AND DESIGN; ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING USING AUTOCAD; AUTOCAD AND ITS APPLICATIONS: BASICS, ADVANCED, AND COMPREHENSIVE; AUTOCAD ARCHITECTURE AND ITS APPLICATIONS; AUTOCAD ESSENTIALS; CIVIL DRAFTING TECHNOLOGY; and PRINT READING FOR ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cengage Learning
• Publication date: 1980
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1401851673
• ISBN 13: 9781401851675
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 576