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SUMMARY:Introduction to Plan Reading (Part 1 of 8)
DESCRIPTION:Led by Ben Shunk of Chasse Building Team\, this beginner-level class provides attendees with solid foundation in working with construction drawings. \nAttendees will learn: \n\n\nAn overview of general sheets \n\n\nBasic instructions on how to read a plan \n\n\nCommon terminology\, symbols\, and abbreviations \n\n\nHow to understand scales and dimensions \n\n\nTo interpret details and callouts \n\n\n\n\n\nTaught by Ben Shunk of Chasse Building Team.\n \n\nIt is recommended to participate in all Plan Reading classes in-person. If attending virtually\, you will miss the hands-on activities in this session.\n\nIf attending virtually\, a link will be sent to you a few days prior to the session.
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/introduction-to-plan-reading/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plan Reading
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Giants":MAILTO:jenns@smallgiantsonline.com
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SUMMARY:Structural Plan Reading
DESCRIPTION:This Academy session provides attendees with the knowledge to interpret drawings that show how a commercial building stands up—the skeleton of the structure. \nAttendees will learn: \n\nThe purpose and types of structural plans\nHow to understand structural symbols\, notes\, and line types (“reading the code”)\nFoundation plans and footing layouts\nStructural framing plans\nSections\, elevations\, and structural details\nHow to read structural schedules\nHow to coordinate with other trades\n\n  \nIt is recommended to participate in all Plan Reading classes in-person. If attending virtually\, you will miss the hands-on activities in this session. \nIf attending virtually\, a link will be sent to you a few days prior to the session. Please keep your camera on for maximum engagement. \n 
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/structural-plan-reading/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plan Reading
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SUMMARY:Architectural Plans Plan Reading
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Mandel McDonnell\, Architect and Project Executive at Willmeng Construction\, this Academy session helps attendees understand how architectural plans communicate the functional and spatial design of a building. Attendees will learn how to interpret design intent\, layout\, and aesthetics through architectural drawings\, define interior and exterior spaces including finishes and fixtures\, coordinate architectural plans with structural\, MEP\, and civil drawings\, and recognize the core types of architectural drawings and what each represents. \n\nIt is recommended to participate in all Plan Reading classes in-person. If attending virtually\, you will miss the hands-on activities in this session. \n\nIf attending virtually\, a link will be sent to you a few days prior to the session. Please keep your camera on for maximum engagement. \n\nMandel McDonnell\, Willmeng Construction\, Architect/Project Executive
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/architectural-plans-plan-reading/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plan Reading
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261110T143000
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SUMMARY:Electrical Plan Reading
DESCRIPTION:This Academy session provides an introduction to reading and understanding electrical plans. \nAttendees will learn: \n\n\nHow to interpret electrical symbols\, notes\, and abbreviations \n\n\nHow to read lighting plans \n\n\nHow to understand branch power layouts \n\n\nHow to follow single-line (one-line) diagrams \n\n\nHow to use panel and fixture schedules \n\n\nHow special systems are shown on plans (audio-visual\, fire alarm\, telecom\, security) \n\n\n\nIt is recommended to participate in all Plan Reading classes in-person. If attending virtually\, you will miss the hands-on activities in this session.\n  \nIf attending virtually\, a link will be sent to you a few days prior to the session. Please keep your camera on for maximum engagement.
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/electrical-plan-reading/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plan Reading
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