Understanding Construction Drawings

Wells, Walter G., Huth, Mark W.

ISBN 10: 0766815803 / ISBN 13: 9780766815803

Published by Delmar Cengage Learning, 1999

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Synopsis:

From single family homes to large commercial buildings, this carefully designed book includes a range of construction types. With a blueprint for each section of the book, the user can practice reading construction drawings, from a simple residential building to a large commercial building. You won't find a better source for detailed, thorough coverage of construction drawings anywhere else.

Review: Preface. Part I: DRAWINGS-THE LANGUAGE OF CONSTRUCTION. 1. The Design-Construction Sequence and the Design Professions. 2. Views. 3. Scales. 4. Alphabet of Lines. 5. Use of Symbols. 6. Plan Views. 7. Elevations. 8. Sections and Details. Part I Test. Part II: READING DRAWINGS FOR TRADE INFORMATION. 9. Clearing and Rough Grading the Site. 10. Locating the Building. 11. Site Utilities. 12. Footings. 13. Foundation Walls. 14. Drainage, Insulation, and Concrete Slabs 15. Framing Systems. 16. Columns, Piers, and Girders. 17. Floor Framing. 18. Laying Out Walls and Partitions. 19. Framing Openings in Walls. 20. Roof Construction Terms. 21. Roof Trusses. 22. Common Rafters. 23. Hip and Valley Framing. 24. Cornices. 25. Windows and Doors. 26. Exterior Wall Coverings. 27. Decks. 28. Finishing Site Work. 29. Fireplaces. 30. Stairs. 31. Insulation and Room Finishing. 32. Cabinets. Part II Test. Part III: MULTIFAMILY CONSTRUCTION. 33. Orienting the Drawings. 34. Party Walls. 35. Plumbing. 36. Electrical. Part III Test. Part IV: COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION. Unit 37. Commercial Construction. Unit 38. Coordination of Drawings. Unit 39. Structural Drawings. Unit 40. Mechanical Drawings. Unit 41. Electrical Drawings. Part IV Test. School Addition Master Keynotes. Glossary. Appendix. Math Reviews. Material Symbols in Sections. Plumbing Symbols. Electrical Symbols. Abbreviations. Index. DRAWING PACKET. Duplex Drawings. Lake House Drawings. Town House Drawings. School Addition Drawings.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Understanding Construction Drawings
Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning
Publication Date: 1999
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Good
Edition: 3rd Edition.