Module Five
Core CurriCulum
Lesson Plans for Instructors
Introduction to
Construction Drawings
00105-15
Lesson Plans for Module 00105–15
IntroductIon to constructIon drawIngs
Module Five (00105–15) provides trainees with the information and skills needed to read and understand con–
struction drawings. This module includes a set of four oversize drawings, which is included as an Appendix in the
Trainee Guide. The drawings are also available for download from www.nccerirc.com.
Teaching Time: 10 hours
(Four 2.5–Hour Classroom Sessions)
Session time may be adjusted to accommodate your class size, schedule, and teaching style.
Prerequisites
Before You Begin
As you prepare for each session, allow sufticient time to review the course objectives, content, visual aids
Objective
Learning Objective 1
• Identify and describe various types of construc–
tion drawings, including their fundamental
components and features.
a. Identify various types of construction
drawings.
Performance Task
Performance Task 1
(Learning Objective 1)
• Using the floor plan supplied with this module:
– Locate the wall common to both interview
rooms.
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Classroom Equipment
and Materials
Whiteboard/chalkboard
Markers/chalk
Pencils and paper
Safety Considerations
There are no safety considerations for this module.
Additional Resources
This module presents thorough resources for task training. The following resource material is suggested for
further study.
Blueprint Reading for Construction, James Fatzinger. 2003. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall.
Blueprint Reading for the Construction Trades, Peter A. Mann. 2005. Ontario, Canada: Micro–press.com.
Construction Blueprint Reading. 1985. Robert Putnam. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall.
Drawing set supplied with this
module
Complete drawing package for a
Calculators
Architect’s scales
Engineer’s scales
Equipment and Materials for Laboratories and
Performance Testing
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The Lesson Plan for this module is divided into four 2.5–hour sessions.
This time includes 10 minutes for administrative tasks and a 10–minute break per session.
IntroductIon to constructIon drawIngs
Session Outline for 00105–15
SeSSion one
Session One identities and describes
fundamental components and features of
construction drawings.
SeSSion Two
Session Two presents drawing elements such
as lines and symbols. Various measuring scales
are also introduced.
SeSSion Three
Session Three is a laboratory devoted to
practicing the use of construction drawings and
the completion of Performance Task 1.
SeSSion Four
Session Four is a review and testing session.
Have trainees complete the Module Review and
Trade Terms Quiz. Alternatively, if the Module
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Materials Checklist for Module 00105-15, Introduction to Construction Drawings
Equipment and Materials
Personal protective equipment: Calculators
None Architect’s scales
00105-15 Introduction to Construction Drawings Module Five 1
IdentIfyIng constructIon drawIngs
and drawIng components
Classroom Session 1 for 00105–15
Safety Considerations
No safety considerations are in order for this session.
Safety Equipment
The use of specific safety equipment is not anticipated during this session.
Classroom and/or Lab Equipment
Resources
No specific resources are required for this session
Kickoff Activity
Spend some time reviewing a complete set of construction drawings to familiarize trainees with the
topic and build interest. The set of plans should be complete but for a relatively simple structure, such
as a home. The goal of this exercise is to help trainees better understand the layers of construction
drawings.
Session Objective
When trainees have completed this session, they should be able to do the following:
1. Identify and describe various types of construction drawings, including their fundamental
Session Performance Requirements
Trainees will not complete a Performance Task during this session.
Instructional Outline
Research has shown that varying instructional methods periodically throughout class sessions helps to
Classroom: Sections 1.0.0–1.1.0
Discuss the history of plans, such as the origin of blueprints and the development of CAD. Explain
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IdentIfyIng constructIon drawIngs
and drawIng components
Classroom Session 1 for 00105–15
Classroom: Section 1.1.1
Discuss the different names for a civil plan. Explain that a site must be considered practical for a
structure before construction can begin. Using the figure, point out the contour lines and explain their
purpose. Discuss the information found on a landscape plan.
Classroom: Section 1.1.2
Explain what an architectural plan is. Have the trainees examine Drawing 1, First Floor Plan, in the
drawing package during the discussion. Explain that there are various types of architectural plans.
Classroom: Section 1.1.3
Explain the purpose of structural plans. Describe the information found on a foundation plan.
Classroom: Section 1.1.4
Explain the purpose of mechanical plans. Review the information found on a mechanical legend and
Classroom: Section 1.1.5
Discuss the information found on plumbing plans. Explain how plumbing isometric drawings work in
conjunction with other plumbing plans.
Classroom: Section 1.1.6
Describe the contents of electrical plans. Discuss when separate plans are used and describe their level
Classroom: Section 1.1.7
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IdentIfyIng constructIon drawIngs
and drawIng components
Classroom Session 1 for 00105–15
Classroom: Sections 1.2.0–1.2.3
Briey review the common components of a construction drawing.
Point out the location of the title block and what it contains. Review the contents of a typical title block.
Point out that title blocks may differ somewhat from company to company.
Explain the purpose of the drawing border.
Explain the purpose of the drawing area.
Classroom: Sections 1.2.4–1.2.5
Discuss the purpose of a revision block. Emphasize that the current revision must always be used.
Wrap Up
Review the Trade Terms covered in this session. Each definition will appear on the accompanying
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Classroom Session 2 for 00105–15
IdentIfyIng drawIng elements;
dImensIons and drawIng scales; usIng scales
Safety Considerations
No safety considerations are required for this session.
Safety Equipment
The use of specific safety equipment is not anticipated during this session.
Classroom and/or Lab Equipment
Drawing package supplied with this module
Resources
No specific resources are required for this session.
Session Objective
When trainees have completed this session, they should be able to do the following:
1. Identify and describe various types of construction drawings, including their fundamental
Session Performance Requirements
Trainees will not complete a Performance Task during this session.
Instructional Outline
Research has shown that varying instructional methods periodically throughout class sessions helps to
Review
Review the answers to the 1.0.0 Section Review.
Classroom: Sections 1.3.0–1.3.1
Explain the purpose of standardized drawing elements.
Use the figure to identify the various types of drawing lines and their meaning.
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IdentIfyIng drawIng elements;
dImensIons and drawIng scales; usIng scales
Classroom Session 2 for 00105–15
Classroom: Sections 1.3.2–1.3.3
Discuss the need for abbreviations and symbols on a drawing. Review common abbreviations used
Classroom: Sections 1.4.0–1.4.1
Introduce the concept of dimensioning and drawing scales.
Describe how dimensions are generally shown on a drawing. Use the figure to show how two dimen-
sions can easily be misunderstood. Stress the importance of accurate measurements.
Classroom: Section 1.4.2
Explain the purpose of a drawing scale and where that information is found. Discuss factors related to
the choice of a drawing scale. Define the acronym NTS and point out the cautionary statement.
Classroom: Sections 1.5.0–1.5.1
Point out that measuring scales are used by draftsmen to create drawings, and by drawing users to
Classroom: Section 1.5.2
Discuss how metric architect’s scales are calibrated. Explain how it is determined whether the
millimeter or meter is used and when kilometers are used. Explain how to properly use the metric
architect’s scale.
Classroom: Section 1.5.3
Discuss the uses of an engineer’s scale. Discuss how the scale is set up for measurements in comparison
to the architect’s scale. Explain how to read and use the engineer’s scale.
Wrap Up
Review the Trade Terms associated with this session to reinforce the content. Ask trainees to identify
any terms that were new to them or meant something different than they expected. Ask trainees if they
have any questions about construction drawings in general. Review material as required to clear up
any misunderstandings.
Homework
Have trainees review the complete module to prepare for the upcoming laboratory and practice session.
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Classroom Session 3 for 00105–15
readIng constructIon drawIngs
Safety Considerations
No safety considerations are required for this session.
Safety Equipment
The use of specific safety equipment is not anticipated during this session.
Classroom and/or Lab Equipment
Drawing package supplied with the Trainee Guide module
Resources
No specific resources are required for this session.
Session Objective
This session is intended to support and emphasize Learning Objective 1.
Session Performance Requirements
By the end of this session, trainees should have completed, or be able to complete, the following
Performance Task under the supervision of the instructor:
Using the floor plan supplied with this module:
Instructional Outline
This laboratory is devoted to practicing the use of construction drawings and the completion of
Performance Task 1 required for this module. As a result, no PowerPoint® slides have been developed
for this session.
Demonstration
Using the plan set supplied with this module, demonstrate how to use the plans and a measuring
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readIng constructIon drawIngs
Classroom Session 3 for 00105–15
Laboratory/Performance Task
Under your direct supervision, have trainees use the plan set supplied with the Trainee Guide and
demonstrate their understanding of the module through the following:
Locate the wall common to both interview rooms.
Wrap Up
Gather the trainees together. Ask trainees if they have any questions about what they experienced
Homework
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revIew and testIng
Classroom Session 4 for 00105–15
This session is reserved for a brief review of the module, administering the module
examination, and any incomplete performance testing.
Safety Considerations
No safety considerations are required for this session.
Safety Equipment
The use of specific safety equipment is not anticipated during this session.
Classroom and/or Lab Equipment
Copies of the Performance Profile sheets and Module Examination
Have the Module Review and Trade Terms Quiz answer keys available for review prior to
administering the module exam.
Resources
No specific resources are required for this session.
Review
Examination and Performance Task Verification
Administer the Module Exam. Allow one to two minutes per test item for the written exam. As they
begin, remind trainees that they must answer at least 70 percent of the questions correctly to pass the
module exam.
Wrap Up
Homework
Assign the reading of the next module in the teaching sequence.
Instructor
Record the testing results on the Registration of Training Modules Form, and submit the report to your
Training Program Sponsor.
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SECTION REVIEW ANSWER KEY
SECTION 1.0.0
Answer Section Reference Objective
Module Five (00105–15)
answer Keys
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ANSWERS TO REVIEW QUESTIONS
Answer Section Reference
1. c 1.1.4
Module Five (00105–15)
answer Keys
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ANSWERS TO TRADE TERMS QUIZ
1. Elevation drawing
2. Dimension line
12. Beam
13. Piping and instrumentation drawings (P&IDs)
answer Keys
Module Five (00105–15)
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