Understanding Construction Drawings
Lesson 1 of 13 in Blueprint & Plan Reading · 30 minutes
Identify the major types of construction drawings and how drawing sets are organized on Canadian construction projects.
What you'll learn
- Identify the major types of construction drawings
- Read and understand a title block, scale, legend, and north arrow
- Know how drawing sets are organized on Canadian construction projects
From the lesson
Construction drawings are the main communication tool on a building project. In Canada, architects and engineers create drawing sets that show every detail of what needs to be built. Every trade uses these drawings to do their work correctly.
A drawing set is organized by discipline. Architectural drawings start with the letter A. They show floor plans, elevations, sections, and interior details. Structural drawings start with S and show the building's frame, foundations, and beams. Mechanical drawings start with M and cover HVAC systems and plumbing. Electrical drawings start with E and show wiring, panels, and lighting.
Every drawing sheet has a title block in the bottom right corner. The…