Course Overview
This course provides an introduction to the relationships between construction drawings and building construction. The course goal is to enable students to read and interpret construction drawings, including Floor Plans, Roof Plans, Elevations, Building Sections, Framing Plans and Construction Details. Students will be able to understand the relationship and interdependencies of all drawings represented in contract documents. They will also become familiar with abbreviations, symbols and materials used in construction blueprints.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
2.0
Domestic fees
$587.29
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe project delivery process, parties involved and their roles.
- Explain the principles, purpose & contents of the Construction Contract Document.
- Identify types of drawings comprising a set of contract documents and understand their relationships.
- Properly interpret Industry standards as they relate to symbols, abbreviations, schedules and drawing cross-references.
- Identify components of various types of structural framing systems.
- Identify components of various types of foundation systems.
- Interpret building sections drawings and apply appropriate material patterns.
- Properly organize multi-view drawings.
Effective as of Fall 2018
Related Programs
Blueprint Reading (ASCT 1015) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Business + Media
- Operations Management (Facilities Management Option)
Certificate Part-time
School of Construction and the Environment
- Architectural and Structural CADD and Graphics Technician (Structural Option)
Certificate Full-time
- Construction Drawings
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2027
Below is one offering of ASCT 1015 for the Winter 2027 term.
CRN 88467
Dates
Jan 05 - Feb 04 Loading
- CRN 88467
- $587.29 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 05 - Feb 04 | Tue, Thu | 15:30 - 18:30 | Online |
Duration
5 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Please contact construction_drawings@bcit.ca if you have any questions. Important course information will be sent to registered students before the course start date. Please check your myBCIT email account regularly for updates. Please visit the Learning Hub (learn.bcit.ca) for class information, course materials, and details about live online lectures. Live online lectures will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM.
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