- Gold Seal Credits: 6
Advanced Blueprint Reading for Construction
This course is intended for individuals who already have a foundational understanding of blueprint reading and are currently working - or planning to work - in construction, architecture, civil and structural engineering, MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing), or related fields. It combines in-depth theory with practical skills to support your career advancement.
20 hours, self-paced
$549.00 excl. GST
Details
Description
Course Topics:
Module 1: Advanced Blueprint Components & Multi-Disciplinary Coordination
- Detailed sections
- Elevations
- Schedules
- Notes and annotations
- Cross-referencing multi-disciplinary drawings
Module 2: Industry Standards & Symbols in Blueprint Documentation
- CSA standards and symbols
- ASTM blueprint standards and symbols
- ANSI standards
- ISO standards
Module 3: Shop Drawings
- The role of shop drawings
- The submittal process
- Integration with design documents
Module 4: Managing Complex Drawing Sets
- Naming and numbering conventions
- Centralized digital repositories
- Organization and indexing
- Integration with project management systems
Module 5: Work Breakdown Structures in Blueprints
- Project timelines
- Deconstructing the project
- Project staging
- Integrating blueprint data with project management tools
Module 6: Digital Blueprint Reading
- Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
- Building Information Modeling (BIM)
- Digital blueprint platforms
Course Access
Registration is open 24/7. The login information for TCIC's Moodle School will be sent to you upon the receipt of your payment.
You can take this course at your own pace and complete it in 7 weeks time.
E-Learning Provider
This online learning course was developed by the Toronto Construction Association (TCA)/The Construction Institute of Canada (TCIC) for the construction industry and is delivered through the TCIC Moodle School.
No Refunds or Cancellations
Online course orders and purchases are a final sale. Once your sale or order is placed, we cannot provide a refund or cancel your purchase. Please ensure that you are purchasing the correct training before placing your order or making your purchase.
What Will You Learn?
Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Develop advanced skills in interpreting architectural and engineering blueprints.
- Analyze and extract critical information from complex multi-view and multi-discipline drawings.
- Identify and apply industry standards, symbols, and conventions used in technical documentation.
- Use blueprint reading techniques to inspect, identify errors, and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Assess design intent and identify potential conflicts or discrepancies within and across drawing sets.
- Leverage digital tools for blueprint navigation, markups, and document control.
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:
- Professionals pursuing leadership roles in the construction industry
- Engineers, project managers, and construction managers
- Advanced students in construction, architecture, civil, or MEP engineering
- Anyone looking to enhance their expertise in advanced blueprint reading