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<p>Introduction xi</p> <p><b>Section I The project process 1</b></p> <p><b>Chapter 1 Evolution of the Construction Project 3</b></p> <p>The Construction Phases 3</p> <p>The Construction Project Team Members 13</p> <p>The Construction Team Relationships 16</p> <p>Summary 18</p> <p>Chapter 1 Learning Outcomes 19</p> <p>Chapter 1 Questions 19</p> <p><b>Chapter 2 Construction Project Contract Documents 21</b></p> <p>Agreements between the Primary Team Members 21</p> <p>Project Definition Documents 22</p> <p>Summary 29</p> <p>Chapter 2 Learning Outcomes 29</p> <p>Chapter 2 Questions 30</p> <p><b>Chapter 3 Working Drawings 31</b></p> <p>The Drawing Structure 31</p> <p>The Drawing Elements 40</p> <p>Drawing Scales and Dimensions 52</p> <p>Summary 57</p> <p>Chapter 3 Learning Outcomes 57</p> <p>Chapter 3 Questions 58</p> <p><b>Chapter 4 Specifications 59</b></p> <p>Specification Users 59</p> <p>The Specifications Structure 60</p> <p>Information in the Specifications 73</p> <p>Summary 75</p> <p>Chapter 4 Learning Outcomes 76</p> <p>Chapter 4 Questions 76</p> <p><b>Chapter 5 Finding Construction Information in the Working Drawings and Specifications 77</b></p> <p>Document Structure Review 77</p> <p>First Look at the Working Drawings and Specifications 80</p> <p>Finding Construction Information in the Working Drawings and Specifications 82</p> <p>Summary 85</p> <p>Chapter 5 Learning Outcomes 85</p> <p>Chapter 5 Questions 85</p> <p><b>Section II Building The Project 87</b></p> <p><b>Chapter 6 Architectural Category of the Drawings 89</b></p> <p>Division 1, “General Requirements” 89</p> <p>Division 4, “Masonry” 91</p> <p>Division 5, “Metals” 93</p> <p>Division 6, “Woods, Plastics, and Composites” 95</p> <p>Division 7, “Thermal and Moisture Protection” 97</p> <p>Division 8, “Opening” 104</p> <p>Division 9, “Finishes” 112</p> <p>Division 10, “Specialties” 125</p> <p>Divisions 11 and 12, “Equipment” and “Furnishings” 125</p> <p>Division 14, “Conveying Equipment” 125</p> <p>Summary 129</p> <p><b>Chapter 7 Structural Category of the Drawings 131</b></p> <p>Division 3, “Concrete” 133</p> <p>Division 4, “Masonry” 138</p> <p>Division 5, “Metals” 141</p> <p>Division 6, “Woods, Plastics, and Composites” 150</p> <p>Summary 153</p> <p><b>Chapter 8 Mechanical Category of the Drawings 157</b></p> <p>HVAC Systems 158</p> <p>Summary 170</p> <p><b>Chapter 9 Electrical Category of the Drawings 171</b></p> <p>Main Power Distribution 172</p> <p>Secondary Level of Power Distribution 176</p> <p>Lighting Electrical Distribution Systems 181</p> <p>Summary 183</p> <p><b>Chapter 10 Plumbing Category of the Drawings 185</b></p> <p>Supply Piping Systems 185</p> <p>Plumbing Collection Systems 195</p> <p>Summary 199</p> <p><b>Chapter 11 Civil/Sitework Category of the Drawings 201</b></p> <p>Civil Drawings 201</p> <p>Architects Site Plans 212</p> <p>MEP Drawings 212</p> <p>Summary 215</p> <p>Glossary 217</p> <p>Index 225</p>

<p><b>RON RUSSELL</b> has been an instructor at the North Lake College's Construction Management and Technology Department in Dallas, Texas, for over twenty years. He is also Senior Construction Administrator for PBK Architects. Previously, he was associate director of facilities technical services at Southern Methodist University.

<p><b>ACCURATELY INTERPRET GRAPHIC AND WRITTEN CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS</b> <p>Construction documents are the vital link between the architect's vision and the finished physical structure. Building professionals must accurately read and follow these documents in order to build a given design in the most efficient way possible. <p><i>Print and Specifications Reading for Construction</i> explains exactly how to interpret construction documents, offering students and professionals a complete package for learning and understanding. The text clearly lays out different graphic and written document types, how they developed, what information they contain, and their current use in residential and commercial construction today. Next, it looks in depth at the documents, revealing how each type works in action through example projects. Alongside the text, online access to three complete sets of sample sheets gives you experience working with prints and specifications. <p>Inside you will discover: <ul> <li>How to solve real construction problems in large-scale residential and commercial projects</li> <li>Coverage of architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and civil drawings and specifications</li> <li>Relevant terminology for, and practical applications of, sustainability and Building Information Modeling (BIM)</li> <li>Practice questions and exercises throughout</li> </ul> <p>An all-in-one reference that combines clearly written text, complete document sample sets, and up-to-date digital resources, <i>Print and Specifications Reading for Construction</i> is an essential companion for anyone learning or practicing construction or contracting.

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