Blueprint Reading: Construction Drawings for the Building Trade

by Sam Kubba

Improve Your Ability to Read and Interpret All Types of Construction Drawings "Blueprint Reading" 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. Covering all the latest technological advances, noted architect Sam Kubba offers detailed information Blueprint standards-ANSI, ISO, AWS, and ASME Computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided design and drafting (CADD)Lines, views, elevations, and dimensionsLayouts of all construction drawing types-architectural, structural, mechanical, and electricalSpecifications-MasterFormat and UniFormat Symbols-materials, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and othersHow to avoid costly pitfalls on construction projectsYou'll also find a glossary of terms for quick reference, convenient tables and charts for identifying symbols and abbreviations, and much more.Inside This Skills-Building Guide to Construction Drawing Basics Blueprint Standards Blueprints and Construction 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

Genres: Construction

384 pages, ebook

First published September 27, 2008

About the author

Dr. Sam A.A. Kubba is an architect. He is the principal partner of The Consultants’ Collaborative, an architecture, interior design, and project management firm.

Kubba has designed projects in the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Middle East for more than 30 years. He has also lectured on architecture, interior design, and construction. He is also the author of several books, including Mesopotamian Furniture, Space Planning for Commercial and Residential Interiors, Property Condition Assessments, and Architectural Forensics.

Reviews

[Edgar · Rating 4 out of 5]

good and very informative