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This online learning course was developed by the Toronto Construction Association (TCA)/The Construction Institute of Canada (TCIC) for the construction industry. Whether you are working in the field or in the office as an owner’s representative, an architect, an engineer, a construction professional (contractor, construction manager, project manager, site superintendent, estimator, project coordinator) a subcontractor, tradesperson, supplier or working in an administrative capacity in construction, you must know how to read blueprints.

In this course, you will learn the functions of different plan views, elevations, sections, details and schedules presented on Architectural, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) drawings as well as dimensions, basic design concepts, specifications and key terminology relevant to interpreting graphical and written construction information. The knowledge you gain will help you confidently interpret construction drawings to ensure an accurate and efficient completion of your projects.

This 7-week, 6 modules e-learning course is comprised of the following:

• Module 1 – Principles of Blueprint Reading
• Module 2 – Construction Graphics and Specifications
• Module 3 – Architectural Drawings
• Module 4 – Structural Drawings
• Module 5 – Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) Drawings
• Module 6 – Site Plans and Landscaping Drawings
• Week 7 – Course examination

Learning Outcomes:

• Interpret graphical information shown on drawings
• Identify different types of design and construction drawings – Architectural, Structural, Mechanical and Electrical.
• Identify the use of symbols, notations, abbreviations and schedules
• Determine where information is located on a set of construction drawings
• Visualize construction plans, elevations, section and details.

Duration:  20 hours (up to 7 weeks) | $549.00 +GST

Course Credits: 

• 6 - CCA Gold Seal Credits