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SUMMARY:Understanding Plans & Specs: Blueprint Reading Essentials 10/29 CV
DESCRIPTION:UNDERSTANDING PLANS & SPECS: BLUEPRINT READING ESSENTIALS\nBegins Thursday\, October 29\, 2026  |  1:00PM – 5:00PM\nDesigned specifically for beginners\, this comprehensive\, hands-on course introduces participants to the language of construction blueprints and provides a practical understanding of how drawings communicate every phase of a construction project\, including site\, landscape\, architectural\, structural\, mechanical\, plumbing\, and electrical. \nConstruction documents are increasingly viewed and managed digitally. This course combines the fundamentals of traditional paper blueprints with digital blueprint-reading tools. \nYou’ll see how digital tools are used to:\n• Navigate and organize digital drawings\n• Zoom in and locate critical information\n• Measure and review drawing elements\n• Annotate and mark-up plans\n• Cross-reference information between drawings and details \nWhy Blueprint Reading?\nBlueprint literacy is a highly marketable skill. The ability to understand construction drawings helps employees communicate more effectively\, make informed decisions\, identify important project information\, and become a more valuable resource to their company. Gain the foundational skills to read the drawings\, understand the project\, and contribute with confidence. \nWho Should Attend?\nAll employees in the construction industry can benefit from this course. \nWhether you’re new to construction or looking to strengthen your existing skills\, understanding blueprint language can make you a more confident and valuable member of your team. \nNo previous blueprint-reading experience required. Space is limited to 14 participants – register early to secure your spot! \nINSTRUCTORS\nDianer Sanchez\, Atlantic Constructors\, Inc.\nJT East\, Atlantic Constructors\, Inc. \nCLASS SCHEDULE & LOCATIONS\nOctober 29 — DPR Construction\, 4305 Cox Rd\, Glen Allen VA 23060\nNovember 5 — Marsh McLennan Agency\, 4900 Libbie Mill Blvd East Suite 100\, Richmond\, VA 23230\nNovember 12 — DPR Construction\nNovember 19 — DPR Construction \nCOST \nMembers – $395\nNon-Members – $595 \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are always welcome if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Written notice to cancel and receive a refund must be received by 5PM on Monday\, October 26\, 2026. \nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/blueprint-oct29/
LOCATION:DPR Construction (Glen Allen)\, 4305 Cox Road\, Glen Allen\, 23060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Altermatt":MAILTO:kristen@abcva.org
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