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Reading and Using Plans (10 Nov 2022)


- Description
READING & USING PLANS (IRELAND)
Course Time: 09:30 - 12:30
Status: Live Training (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION
This module aims to provide delegates with the essential knowledge and skills needed to interpret architectural drawings, read to scale, and review basic housing adaptation/design proposals for their accessibility. The course is live and interactive and led by a highly experienced trainer. Places are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment.
ON COMPLETION OF THE COURSE, DELEGATES SHOULD
- Understand the difference between plan views, sections and elevations
- Be able to interpret common architectural conventions and symbols used on drawings e.g. for switches, sockets, lighting, appliances, break lines, steps, spot levels and so on.
- Be familiar with key drawing features such as title blocks, north arrows & scale bars
- Understand how to use a scale rule
- Be able to discuss some common terminology used on plans and specifications
- Be familiar with common hatching used on drawings e.g. for brickwork, partition walls and insulation
- Have discussed how to manage drawings received electronically (i.e. pdfs received via email)
- Have experience of reviewing one or more housing adaptation or design proposals within a group setting
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Electronic handouts (PDFs) provided
- Digital Attendance Certificate issued
- Our online courses are interactive and typically include some or all of the following: presentations, case studies, desktop exercises, demonstration videos, discussions, breakout rooms and Q&As with trainers.