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Book Title: Blueprint Reading

Author: Mark Lorier

Book Description: Learn to interpret technical drawings with symbols, dimensions, and hands-on exercises for careers in trades and engineering.

License:
Creative Commons Attribution

Contents

Book Information

Book Description

Blueprint Reading is a practical guide designed to help students learn the essential skills needed to interpret and understand technical drawings and blueprints. This book covers the basics of blueprint reading, including symbols, dimensions, and notations commonly used in industries like construction, manufacturing, and engineering. With clear explanations, examples, and exercises, it provides a hands-on approach to mastering the ability to visualize and work with complex designs. Whether you’re preparing for a career in trades, architecture, or engineering, this resource is a valuable tool for building the foundational knowledge required to succeed in technical fields.

Author

Mark Lorier

License

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Blueprint Reading Copyright © 2025 by WisTech Open is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License, except where otherwise noted.

Subject

Engineering graphics and draughting / technical drawing

Metadata

Title
Blueprint Reading
Author
Mark Lorier
License

Icon for the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License

Blueprint Reading Copyright © 2025 by WisTech Open is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License, except where otherwise noted.

Primary Subject
Engineering graphics and draughting / technical drawing
Additional Subject(s)
Construction and building industry, Building construction and materials, Building and construction regulations, rules and codes, Building physics and energy-efficient construction
Institution
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Publisher
WisTech Open
Publication Date
June 30, 2025
Ebook ISBN
978-1-957068-32-9
Print ISBN
978-1-957068-30-5