Construction Book Express and our suppliers are dedicated to providing quality products to our customers. We stand behind our commitment to quality with a satisfaction guarantee on every purchase*. If, for any reason, a customer is not satisfied with a product, they may return it within 30 days of the date purchased for a refund of the purchase price of the product(s). Returned merchandise must be in its original box, in new condition and include all instructions, and the invoice or packing slip.
*Exceptions: Videos/DVDs, audiotapes and software products (once opened), forms, documents, reports and downloads are not returnable.
Blueprint Reading is the ideal tool for providing a better, in-depth understanding of construction drawing, The easy to follow step-by-step guide is accompanied by hundreds of illustrations and study questions that together, help to provide a complete overview of construction drawing basics for every aspect of the construction process. Readers will gain valuable insight on everything from site work, foundations, and structural systems to interior work and finishes. 384pp.
Covering all the latest technological advances, noted architect Sam Kubba offers detailed information on:
Blueprint standards-ANSI, ISO, AWS, and ASME
Computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided design and drafting (CADD)
Lines, views, elevations, and dimensions
Layouts of all construction drawing types-architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical
Specifications-MasterFormat and UniFormat
Symbols-materials, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and others
How to avoid costly pitfalls on construction projects
You'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 Drawings: A Universal Language
Blueprint Reading
