Construction Print Reading

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Construction trades apprentices will find this realistic, well-illustrated book, an important tool in studying and understanding the basics of construction drawings. The core section of the book features a detailed analysis of a set of residential plans. Pictorial drawings accompany orthographic plan drawings to help users visualize the meaning of the plan drawing. In addition to basic skills, users will learn about important areas that relate to plan development, including code regulations, contracts, and bids. There is also a section that clearly presents measurement and math procedures related to reading of construction plans. Ample construction data includes practical assignments for three sets of full-size construction plans.

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Great for Educational Purposes.......2003-12-15

This book a good introduction for blueprint reading, there are 2D and 3D drawings that help readers to visualize the information on the drawings. At the end of each chapter are review questions and definitions of key words, which are useful especially for students.

It comes with large construction drawings on three projects that were actually built. Although they should have printed them on separate pieces of paper instead of having them on both sides of the sheet, this makes it hard to compare and study those construction drawings.

Also, the paper used for publication I find is a bit thin, you have to read the textbook on a flat surface, otherwise it will curl up. The same goes with the construction drawings, after a couple of times of folding and un-folding, the papers tend to tear easily.

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Horrible Book.......2006-10-17

I agree, this book should not be allowed to be sold. A rating of 1 star is way too high. Do not waste your money.

Agree with first review.......2006-02-02

Fortunately I was able to find this in the local library before buying it. The illustrations are unreadable. WAY too small! Find something else.

BUILDER SAYS "NO" TO THIS BOOK..........2005-08-23

DO NOT BUY THIS BOOK!!! Measuring only 5.25" x 8.5", ALL DRAWINGS ARE REDUCED TO FIT. THE REPRO IS BELOW NEWSPRINT
85 LPI QUALITY MAKING THE PRINT AND DRAWINGS ILLEGIBLE. A WASTE OF TIME AND MONEY, EVEN AT THE USED PRICE OF $6.00! SHAMEFUL. IF I COULD RATE LOWER THAN ONE STAR I WOULD.

Understanding Construction Drawings w/ Drawing Sheets

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Understanding construction drawings
Beware USED books - Drawings are NOT included!
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Understanding Construction Drawings w/ Drawing Sheets
Mark Huth
Manufacturer: Thomson Delmar Learning
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ASIN: 0766815803

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From single family homes to large commercial buildings, this carefully designed book includes a range of construction types. With a blueprint for each section of the book, the user can practice reading construction drawings, from a simple residential building to a large commercial building. You won't find a better source for detailed, thorough coverage of construction drawings anywhere else.

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Good delivery.......2007-07-14

The book came on time however there was a page of the plans missing. Other than that everything was good.

Understanding construction drawings.......2007-03-05

The book is very informative how ever i feel some of the questions could have been a little more precise in what they were asking. I needed the book for my construction management class when i was taking another class on materials and methods for construction so a lot of information overlapped which helped concrete it in.

Beware USED books - Drawings are NOT included! .......2007-01-13

The book itself is generally good quality and well-written. I'm learning about construction & drawings for the very first time, so some info was hard for me to really understand - not enough explanation and, oh yeah - the DRAWINGS that are referred to throughout the ENTIRE book - uh... are NOT included! I HOPE someone sees this comment so that perhaps an addendum to the book's description could really warn buyers what they're in for by trying to save money on the used book. Honestly, you really lose at least half the value by not being able to refer to the plans...so: BUYER BEWARE!

Text book study.......2005-10-16

This book is laid out like a text book course of study, which I like, however one important thing to note is that there is no answer key for the tests. The answer key is a seperate book and I have been unable to locate it. Fortunately I work for a General Contractor and have been able to have my co-workers check my answers for accuracy. But as far as being a good source for systematic learning, this book definitely is.

Print Reading for Architecture & Construction Technology (Thomson Delmar Learning Blueprint Reading)

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Print Reading for Architecture & Construction Technology (Thomson Delmar Learning Blueprint Reading)
David A. Madsen
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ASIN: 1401851673

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Attain the knowledge and skills required to read complete sets of working drawings for residential and light commercial construction. This easy-to-use manual explores all facets of print reading, with examples and illustrations taken from actual architectural prints that provide readers with the information they need to create "real world" working drawings. Computer-aided design and drafting is underscored through the use of CADD-generated print reading examples, illustrations, and exercises that comply with the highest industry standards. Quality and standardization in all architectural and construction print examples is emphasized.

Print Reading for Architecture and Construction Technology

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Print Reading for Architecture and Construction Technology
David Madsen , and Alan Jefferis
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ASIN: 0827354290

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This new text explores all facets of blueprint reading and includes complete sets of working drawings for residential and light commercial construction projects. ALSO AVAILABLE INSTRUCTOR SUPPLEMENTS CALL CUSTOMER SUPPORT TO ORDER Instructor's Guide, ISBN: 0-8273-5430-4

Building Trades Blueprint Reading: General Construction, Specifications and Heavy Construction

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Building Trades Blueprint Reading: General Construction, Specifications and Heavy Construction
Elmer W. Sundberg
Manufacturer: Amer Technical Pub
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ASIN: 0826904513

Blueprint Reading for Commercial Construction

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Blueprint Reading for Commercial Construction
Charles E. Willis
Manufacturer: Delmar Thomson Learning
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So far, so good!
Blueprint Reading For Welders
Blueprint Reading for Welders
Gets right to the point

Blueprint Reading for Welders
A.E. Bennett , and Louis J Siy
Manufacturer: Cengage Delmar Learning
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Binding: Spiral-bound

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ASIN: 0766808521

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Complete, hands-on practice in reading and interpreting blueprints. Step-by-step, students will develop the necessary skills to interpret all types of working sketches and prints-from the simplest to the most complex. The spiral binding makes it easier than ever before to use this book side-by-side with blueprints! Completely updated to American Welding Society and ANSI standards and now features new chapters on CAD and ISO standards. ALSO AVAILABLE INSTRUCTOR SUPPLEMENTS CALL CUSTOMER SUPPORT TO ORDER Instructor's Manual, ISBN: 0-7668-0912-9

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So far, so good!.......2007-10-01

I needed to have this book for a welding class that revolved on learning to read welding blueprints. Just as the title is "to the point" of the purpose of my class, the content of this book is also "to the point". It begins with very short chapters (units) which refresh your memory on reading orthographic drawings. The book then begins to work its way up to the real "meat" of welding blueprints, which is quite easy to understand in this book. It's one of those textbooks that I will keep after the class is over; I won't be selling this book back.

Blueprint Reading For Welders.......2006-11-06

I have been welding for a few years and have forgotten things that this book helps me refresh. Everything I need to know about welding symbols is in one book.

Blueprint Reading for Welders.......2005-03-17

I am learning to weld and fabricate and I think that this book will- No, I know this book will help to advance my career in the welding and fabrication field. OUTSTANDING. I hope A.E. Bennett and Louis J. Siy decide to write more informative books/manuals. The approach is straght foward and very helpful. You will not be confused.

Gets right to the point.......2001-01-17

VERY GOOD BOOK, it will answer ALL your questions about welding blueprints. I am an engineer who wanted to learn how to make welding drawings. I have some background in welding, but none is needed for this book. I believe welders would like the book too, (like the title states) as the first sections of the book goes over engineering drawings and explains them simply and thoroughly. Lets hope the author/s of this book write some more books on other subjects, I am so tired of books that succeed in only confusing you.

Well worth the money.

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Blueprint Reading for the Building and MacHine Trades
Ben Hebberger / Clemens Nicholas
Manufacturer: Mcgraw-hill Book Company
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000ROKX4W

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Blueprint Reading for the Building and Machine Trades
Ben F. And Nicholas, Clemens Hebberger
Manufacturer: McGraw Hill
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000TYLWHM

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Enjoyable for women of " that certain age".......2005-09-23

Have looked for this book for ages but out of print in Australia where I live so was delighted to find it at Amazon. My friends cannot wait to borrow it

When I Am an Old Woman I Shall Wear Purple.......2005-07-05

The large print was great. I miss the illustrations that are in stardard print books. The poems were good. Some were a little more depressing about getting old then I would have preferred. After reading it, I won't be sending as a gift to an older friend. But it will stay with me.

Not your sweet Grandma.......2003-09-25

"Humor and beauty"? "Rebellious," "cynical," and "depressing" seem to me to describe these selections more accurately. Oh, I suppose a few of them are all right. But this is definitely not like the light stuff my grandma found so appealing in Erma Bombeck. After reading about half a dozen of these pieces, I'd had quite enough, thank you.

When I Am an Old Woman I Shall Wear Purple.......2003-04-24

If you are expecting the be uplifted by this book you will be disappointed.

I was expecting more humor but left this book feeling depressed.

Hey honey!.......2002-08-29

We're all getting old and fat! This book just makes you feel less alone about the ordeal!

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Healing After Sibling Death
Sometimes a little boring
One of my favorite books
a Must Read For Young Adults
thought provoking

When I Was Older
Garret Freymann-Weyr
Manufacturer: Puffin
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0142300934

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Sophie's little brother died of leukemia two years ago, and her memories of him are beginning to slip away. She doesn't know how to deal with any of it-until she meets Francis. With a dead mother, a teardrop tattooed on his face, and a curiosity which is almost nosy, he has a lot to teach Sophie about losing someone and saving memories. They start out as friends, but soon Sophie realizes that Francis wants to be her boyfriend, too. Can Sophie give herself the permission to grow up?

"Fast-paced, light, yet introspective, this novel of transition, love, and loss explores emotion while telling a fine story." (School Library Journal, starred review)

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Healing After Sibling Death.......2007-04-24

Sophie feels pretty awful about things. Actually, she's felt pretty awful for three years, ever since her younger brother Erhart died. He was seven and she was twelve. Since then, she has tried hard to keep his memory alive inside of her, specifically thinking of him a couple of times a day so he doesn't fade completely from her mind.

Making things even worse in Sophie's life is the fact that she can't seem to get along with her father, who had an affair shortly before Erhart's death and was thrown out of their house.

Then Sophie lost her best friend, Justin, who wanted to date her and stopped liking her when she refused to be his girlfriend. Now he circulates with a group Sophie refers to as the Wolf Pack, mindless guys who only care about impressing frivolous girls. Sophie feels pretty alone in the world.

The stops feeling so alone when she meets Francis, a guy whose mother died years ago. He seems to understand a little of what she feels about Erhart, and he is the first person in a long time she has enjoyed spending time with. He even respects that she isn't interested in dating anyone. But is she really not interested in dating anyone? Or would she maybe like to date Francis?

I really liked Francis' character and the way he related to and respected Sophie, although I found it a bit unrealistic that he would have stuck around so long when Sophie gave him so little encouragement. I liked that Sophie's family didn't completely break down after her brother died; she and her mother and sister were still pretty much okay. The character of Justin was lousy--it was hard to believe someone would be so insensitive to drop his friendship with a girl so easily when she refused to date him.

Sometimes a little boring.......2007-03-20

This book was interesting--at times. I found the main character quite boring, but Francis seemed complex, and I found his tear tattoo fascinating. This is a rather typical "coming-of-age" story and did not do much to capture my interest. I basically struggled through the story, but I didn't find it unbearable. It was well-written, but simply wasn't attention-grabbing for me. I gave it three stars as it just didn't have what it takes to make a wonderful novel.

One of my favorite books.......2005-07-06

This is one of my favorite books. The characters felt so real and were very memorable, especially Francis. I liked the plot and felt satisfaction when it endded. It was an easy read, but was also well written.

a Must Read For Young Adults.......2004-11-08

When I was Older by Garret Freymann-Weyr is one of my favorite books. It is a fictional story about a Girl learning to cope her life. I loved this book, and i would recommend it to any teenage girl. It is a must read.
Sophie is a 13 year old girl growing up in the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Her brother died when she was very young, and She doesnt take it well. She still can't talk about him, or bring it up in a conversation with anyone. In a way, Earheart (her brother) is keeping her from growing up. Her thoughts are still on days when she was younger when she'd play with him before he got sick. Sophie must learn that Highschool changes people, and sometimes you have to accept that change.
I liked this book alot becuase I myself, can relate to how Sophie feels. Her brother is diagnosed with Lukemia and When he dies it breaks her heart. My mother had cancer, so i know how Sophie feels through the book.
Also, Garret Freymann Weyr is an amazing author. He tells this story with the use of Strong Diction, and great dialouge. his knack for writing really shines through. I never once wanted to put this book down, and i read it in 2 days. This book Not only shows the hardships of growing up, but learning how tocope with your problems. I recomend it for everyone.

thought provoking.......2002-09-28

"Her brother is gone-but she is still here", says the cover. Sophie's younger brother died of leukemia when he was eight. That was two years ago. Day by day, Sophie finds herself forgetting him. She's scared of letting go of what little memories she has of him; until she meets Francis. Can she let go but still hold on of the memories she has? This was a very good book, very vivid of what Sophie goes through. She's someone that you could easily relate to if someone close to you died. At times though, she sounds very fake and un-caring. She's somewhat of a snob though that judges people by what she's heard about them. Francis teaches her that's not a wise idea and little by little, she finds herself falling in love with him. Yet part of her holds back. Plus, there's her complicated relationship with her father. Her parents are divorced and he was having an affair while her brother was dying. In a way she blames him for his death. Can Sophie give herself permission to be what she wants to be? To grow up?

Don't Send Me Flowers When I'm Dead: Voices of Rural Elderly

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Don't Send Me Flowers When I'm Dead: Voices of Rural Elderly
Eva J. Salber
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Growing Older: If I Can't Complain Now, When

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Very funny--humor that all seniors can relate to

Growing Older: If I Can't Complain Now, When
George L. Beiswinger
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This is a humor book consisting of 24 original essays of humorous subjects pertaining to senior citizens

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Very funny--humor that all seniors can relate to.......1999-10-25

So funny--and true---this collection of funny essays about life as a senior kept me laughing from beginning to end. George truly is the Dave Barry of the geriatric set.

I Hope I Look That Good When I'm That Old: An Older African-American Woman Speaks to All Women in All of America

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I Hope I Look That Good When I'm That Old: An Older African-American Woman Speaks to All Women in All of America
Dona Irvin
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ASIN: 059521116X

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The title of this book repeats compliments to the author and her chronological mates from younger women who recognize something in their presence that engenders consideration of a gratifying existence beyond middle age. The chapters describe Dona Irvin’s journey from childhood to older age, facing individual milestones that improved every stage of development, and her victories over low esteem through a long marriage, sustained friendships, a successful career, and a comforting spiritual foundation. The author explores her attitudes about evolving personal and societal conditions, spirituality, sexuality, and the uncertainties of the elder years. This book is the story of the continuing pleasures and the real challenges of life as an elder.

LT 1-C Gdr When I'm Older Is (Out and About/Literacy 2000 Stage 4)

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LT 1-C Gdr When I'm Older Is (Out and About/Literacy 2000 Stage 4)
Joy Hellman
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When I Get Older I'll Understand
Barbara Bailey
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A coming of age novel of Joan a young, black, Chicago girl, who is faced with a series of decisions that will affect the rest of her life.

When I'm Older (Literacy Links Plus Guided Readers Early)

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When I'm Older (Literacy Links Plus Guided Readers Early)

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Will You Still Need Me, Will You Still Feed Me, When I'm 84?

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Will You Still Need Me, Will You Still Feed Me, When I'm 84?
Doris Francis
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