CM 115

Construction Plan Reading and Building Codes

This course examines construction plans necessary to organize and supervise construction work. The course covers interpretation of construction plans, symbols, scales, formats, specifications, and building codes and includes field trips and instruction in architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical and general construction details. Students will examine the relationship among drawings, specifications and codes and how to use the included design information to perform a quantity takeoff, an estimate, or build a project.

Units: 3.0