Virtual Blueprint Reading for General Contractors
When:
- May 05, 2025 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- May 06, 2025 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- May 12, 2025 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- May 13, 2025 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Where:
- Online Learning - Zoom
| Fee | Type of Fee |
|---|---|
| $600 | MBI Members |
| $750 | Per Person - Non Member |
Presenter: Stephen Nichols, A3 CM Services, LLC – Mesa, AZ
This Blueprint Reading series is developed to instruct each student in the basic understanding of construction blueprints & specifications. Every construction professional, whether working in the field or in the office, must know how to read plans. Although not overly complicated, beginning to read blueprints does require a basic understanding, practice and general knowledge of industry standards used to communicate project design.
Join this 4-part series, designed to provide you with the foundational knowledge and ‘hands on’ classroom experience, to help get you started in understanding construction design documents.
Conversations, discussions, and examples in this course are tailored to Specialty Contractors and Service Providers.
Session 1: 101 Anatomy of Design
Session 2: 102 Construction Specifications
Session 3: 103 MEP
Session 4: 104 Deeper Dive & Summary Review
Workshops are delivered via the Zoom platform; a webcam and mic are required for participation. Headsets or earbuds are strongly recommended.
Learning Objectives:
- Gain an Introductory & Foundational Knowledge of Blueprint Reading as it Relates to Building Construction Projects.
- Hands on Practice and Understanding of Reading Blueprints and Specifications Manuals.
- Be Able to Locate Both General & Specific Trade Information Using Blueprints & Specifications.
- Be Able to Answer Basic Construction Questions Related to Design Intent, Project Layout and the Installation of Materials at the Jobsite.
- Be Able to Locate, Identify & Understand Project Specific Aspects Within the Design Documents.
Master Builder Designation: Project Management – 12 credits