Print Reading for Construction: Residential and Commercial

by Walter C. Brown, Daniel P. Dorfmueller

Overview

Print Reading for Construction is a combination text and write-in workbook designed to assist students in reading and understanding residential and commercial prints. This practical text is suitable for students, apprentices, and building trades workers who want to increased their knowledge of construction print reading. The text presents a thorough discussion of print reading techniques, starting with the basics of reading prints and progressing to specialized prints and advanced topics. 

The text is supplied with 140 C-size (17" x 22") foldout prints from residential and commercial construction. The print reading activities at the ends of units in the text provide realistic on-the-job experience. Advanced print reading projects are provided at the end of the text for expanded practice and study. 

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781649259851
Publisher:	Goodheart-Willcox Publisher
Publication date:	09/15/2021
Edition description:	Eighth Edition, Revised, Textbook
Pages:	416
Sales rank:	308,533
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 10.88(h) x (d)
Age Range:	14 - 18 Years

About the Author

During his career, Dr. Walter C. Brown was a leading authority in the fields of drafting and print reading. He served as a consultant to industry on design and drafting standards and procedures and held a variety of professional offices of state and national associations.
Daniel P. Dorfmueller is a technical author and consultant based in Lebanon, OH. He provides training in print reading for construction and print reading for concrete courses. He previously worked for Baker Concrete Construction in the greater Cincinnati, OH area.