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Welcome to the "Intro to Drawings" Course!
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Drawing Fundamentals
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Understanding Drawing Sets
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Types of Drawings & How Drawings Are Organized
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Reading Drawings
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Test Your Drawings Knowledge
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Summary & Key Takeaways
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We want to hear from you!
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Conclusion
Intro to Drawings
Learn the basics of construction drawings, including design phases, blueprint organization, and how they guide projects from planning to completion.
Instructor: Janine Trinidad
1 hour
Last reviewed 5/2025
Multimedia Content
Course Description
This course covers the fundamentals of construction drawings, including design drawings, organization, and the role of drawings in project communication. Learners will gain an understanding of how construction drawings define project scope, provide visual details, outline material requirements, and serve as critical contract documents. The course also explains how construction drawings interact with specifications and other project documents, ensuring that students develop a well-rounded understanding of their importance in the building process.
Throughout the course, learners will explore different types of construction drawings, such as floor plans, elevation views, section views, and detail drawings. The curriculum walks through the design process from schematic design to construction sets, explaining how each stage contributes to project planning, bidding, permitting, and execution. Participants will also learn about the responsibilities of architects, engineers, and contractors, as well as how drawings are used alongside tools like CAD and project management software to maintain accuracy and coordination.
By the end of the course, students will be familiar with the essential elements of a drawing set and how to navigate them effectively. This course is designed to equip learners with practical skills they can immediately apply in the field. Students will walk away with the ability to read and interpret construction drawings, identify key information, and understand how drawings evolve throughout a project’s lifecycle. Whether you're a new professional, a tradesperson looking to expand your knowledge, or someone considering a career in construction, this course provides the foundational knowledge needed to work confidently with construction documents.
Learning Objectives
Define construction drawings.
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Differentiate types of construction drawings and their roles in a project.
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Discuss how technology impacts construction drawings.
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Interpret floor plans, sections, elevations, and schedules, and explain how they work together in a project.
Prerequisites
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Learning Level: Beginner
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Prerequisite Knowledge: No prior knowledge of construction is required for this course.
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Recommended Knowledge: None.
Continuing Education Course Credits
Course Title: Intro to Drawings
Course Number: PC-429-031625
Session Number: 1
Curriculum Group Name: AIA Providers
Credit: 1 AIA LU
Course Expiration Date: 03/19/2028
Procore's Continuing Education courses may qualify for continuing education credits with other professional organizations or fulfill state licensing requirements. If you are a member of a different organization, you can download your course completion certificate from your learning profile and report your completion yourself to the organization for potential credit. Please refer to the organization's continuing education requirements for course eligibility information.
AIA CES Provider statement
Procore Technologies is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 40108059. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).
This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this course help me read and interpret construction drawings?
Yes! The course provides foundational knowledge to understand drawing formats, symbols, and organization, helping you navigate and use construction drawings effectively.
Do I need any prior experience or technical skills to take this course?
No prior experience is required. The course starts with the basics and gradually introduces key concepts, making it accessible to anyone interested in learning about construction drawings.
What's Next
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Instructors
Janine Trinidad
Janine Trinidad is a Construction Educational professional for Procore Technologies. In previous roles, Janine managed all phases of construction on hotel, mixed-use, and institutional projects in the San Francisco Bay area. She was responsible for negotiating contract budgets and change orders, managing RFIs and submittals, and overseeing quality control, among other duties. She is also a certified transformational coach with a focus on women-centered and trauma-informed methods. She is passionate about transforming the construction industry to be a healthier, more successful and welcoming place to work and believes technology and education are allies in doing so.