Basic Blueprint Reading

Future training dates to be determined upon interest. Register your interest here! 

This 16-hour course is designed to prepare the BAC craftworker to read and interpret construction drawings. During this course, the BAC craftworker will learn how to identify types of drawings; read lines and symbols on drawings; identify views of drawings; interpret information in drawing title blocks, notes and specifications; read actual construction drawings; and describe the use of technology to read and use drawings on a construction site.

 Course Objectives:  

 After completing this course, the BAC craftworker will be able to:

  • Identify the types of construction drawings
  • Read lines and symbols on drawings
  • Identify orthographic, architectural, floor plan, section and detail drawings
  • Interpret information in title blocks, notes and specifications
  • Read actual construction drawings
  • Identify the uses of technology to read and use drawings on the jobsite

 Target Audience:

  • This course is mandatory for all apprentices.
  • This course is also available to all journeyworkers who wish to participate.