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Printreading for Residential Construction 5th Edition presents basic elements of printreading and provides experience in printreading for residential construction. Two sets of prints are included with the text. Content is applicable to a variety of building trades, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC.
The fifth edition has been updated to include coverage in the areas of green building technology and construction, residential fire protection, sustainable energy systems, the latest print production technology, and expanded building trade roles, materials, and methods. Chapters conclude with review exercises, extensive sketching activities, and trade competency tests designed to challenge learners and reinforce the material presented in the textbook.
An appendix and illustrated glossary complete this excellent text.
Printreading for Residential Construction, 5th Edition, contains two sets of plans and offers an introduction to printreading fundamentals and activities related to residential construction. Topics presented include sketching, computer-aided design (CAD), trade math, symbols and abbreviations, plot plans, floor plans, elevations, sections, and details. This new edition has been updated to include coverage in the following areas:
- Green building technology and construction.
- Residential fire protection and sustainable energy systems.
- Expanded building trade roles, materials, and methods.
- Latest print production technology.
The interactive CD-ROM included with the book features the following components:
- Quick Quizzes that reinforce fundamental concepts, with 10 interactive questions for each chapter.
- An Illustrated Glossary of industry terms, with links to selected illustrations, video clips, and animated graphics.
- Flash Cards that provide a review of common industry terms.
- Print Sets that contain an electronic version of prints that are included with the book, including an interactive Stewart Residence print set.
- The Stewart Residence 3-D Model, which provides a three-dimensional representation of the Stewart Residence prints.
- Master Math Problems that provide self-study opportunities to apply trade-related math concepts.
- Symbol/Abbreviation Tests that help reinforce information contained in the text.
- Printreading Tests that provide a more in-depth assessment tool based on sections of prints.
- Media Clips that depict fundamental concepts and procedures using video clips and animated graphics.
- Access to ATPeResources.com, which provides a comprehensive array of instructional resources.
From the Introduction
Printreading for Residential Construction, 5th Edition, presents printreading fundamentals and provides printreading activities related to residential construction. Topics presented include sketching, computer-aided design (CAD), trade math symbols and abbreviations, plot plans, floor plans, elevations, sections, and details. Expanded coverage is provided in the areas of construction professionals, print production, construction materials, residential fire protection, and sustainable energy systems.
Two sets of plans are included in the vinyl sleeve at the back of the book. Plans for the Wayne Residence are covered throughout the book. Plans for the Stewart Residence, used in chapter 12 for the final exam, are included in the vinyl sleeve. In addition, the Campbell Residence is included for additional printreading activities. A list of the prints is included on the last page of the book. Electronic versions with interactive navigation can be found on the Print reading for Residential Construction CD-ROM.
Information about using the Printreading for Residential Construction CD-ROM is included on the last page of the book.
Features:
- Sketching Exercises, Review Questions, and Trade Competency Tests assess the student's comprehension of the subject matter covered in the text.
- Chapter Introductions preview content to be covered.
- Tech Facts provide supplemental information to chapter topics.
- Photographs, technical illustrations, and print examples visually reinforce topics covered in the text.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Construction Documents. Chapter 2: Working Drawing Concepts. Chapter 3: Trade Math. Chapter 4: Symbols and Abbreviations. Chapter 5: Plot Plans. Chapter 6: Floor Plans. Chapter 7: Elevations. Chapter 8: Sections. Chapter 9: Details. Chapter 10: Trade Information - Foundations, Framing, and Finishes. Chapter 11: Trade Information - Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC. Chapter 12: Final Review and Exams. Appendix. Glossary. Index. |
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