Skagit Valley College

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 Course Title:   Printreading 1

 Title Abbreviation:   PRINTREADING 1

 Department:    APPRC

 Course #:    52

 Credits:    2

 Variable:     Yes

 IUs:    2

 CIP:    460201

 EPC:    745

 REV:    2021


 Course Description  

Introduction to the basics of printreading: symbols, abbreviations, and lines. Dimensioning and measurements are shown, as well as sketching techniques for both orthographic and perspective views are included.

 Prerequisite  

Prerequisite: None.

Additional Course Details

Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)

Lecture: 22

Lab: 0

Other: 0

Systems: 0

Clinical: 0


Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:  

Vocational Supplementary Elective  

Equivalencies At Other Institutions

Other Institution Equivalencies Table
Institution Course # Remarks
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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. The 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 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. Elementary survey and layout equipment.
  5. Math computations for residential and commercial plans.