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 Department:    APPRC

 Course #:    43

 Credits:    5

 Variable:     No

 IUs:    4

 CIP:    460201

 EPC:    745

 REV:    2018

 Course Description  

Introduction and familiarization of the basic components of construction working drawings and provides effective techniques for reading and comprehending these drawings. Basic sketching & drafting principles, applications of related math skills, and the use of elementary survey and layout tools will be demonstrated, discussed and applied.

 Prerequisite  

None

Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)

Lecture: 44

Lab: 0

Other: 0

Systems: 0

Clinical: 0

Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:  

Vocational Supplementary Elective  

Equivalencies At Other Institutions

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, the student will be able to:

1. Identify and understand the nomenclature and components of working drawings used for carpentry in construction.
2. Identify and describe the �language of blueprints,� including:
   • a. basic symbols and abbreviations lines used for drawings; and b. lines used for dimensioning orthographic and isometric drawings.
3. Demonstrate the ability to accurately interpret plot plans, foundation plans, floor plans, elevation drawings, detail drawings, section drawings and schedules for residential and commercial structures.
4. Demonstrate the ability to properly set-up and operate elementary survey and layout equipment.
5. Perform related math computations for residential and commercial plans.

General Education Learning Values & Outcomes

Revised August 2008 and affects outlines for 2008 year 1 and later.

Course Contents

1. Nomenclature and components of working drawings used for carpentry in construction.
2. The �language of blueprints,� including basic symbols and abbreviations lines used for drawings; and basic symbols and abbreviations lines used for drawings; and lines used for dimensioning orthographic and isometric drawings.
3. Plot plans, foundation plans, floor plans, elevation drawings, detail drawings, section drawings and schedules for residential and commercial structures.
4. Properly set-up and operate elementary survey and layout equipment. Related math computations for residential and commercial plans.