AGC EDGE Blueprint Reading Basics
Tuesday, January 13, 2026 (9:00 AM - 12:30 PM) (HST)
Description
About the Course
Join this 4-part series, designed to provide you with the foundational knowledge and ‘hands on’ classroom experience, to help get you started in understanding construction design documents.
This blueprint reading series is developed to instruct each student in the basic understanding of construction blueprints & specifications. Every construction professional, whether working in the field or in the office, must know how to read plans. Although not overly complicated, beginning to read blueprints does require a basic understanding, practice and general knowledge of industry standards used to communicate project design
Workshop Outcomes
- An introductory & foundational knowledge of blueprint reading as it relates to building construction projects.
- Hands on practice and understanding of reading blueprints and specifications manuals.
- Be able to locate both general & specific trade information using blueprints & Specifications.
- Be able to answer basic construction questions related to design intent, project layout and the installation of materials at the jobsite.
- Be able to locate, identify & understand project specific aspects within the design documents.
Meet Your Facilitator:
Stephen Nichols, LEED AP, CM-Lean
Owner, A3 Construction Mgt. Services, LLC.
Following his service in the US Navy, Stephen attended Northern Michigan University, where he received his BS in Construction Technology and minor in Business Administration in 1993. Having built successfully in various market segments across the country, Stephen Nichols brings 30+ years of construction experience, combined with his passion for sharing Lean Construction & leadership principles to the AGC Edge. Stephen shares his knowledge in several AGC curricula including Lean Construction (LCEP), Supervisory Training Program (STP), Project Manager Development Program (PMDP), and the Blueprint Reading Workshop he authored.
Stephen owns/operates A3 Construction Mgt, LLC; a consulting firm, assisting project teams with Lean Construction & Project Management.
AGC/GCA Member - $700
Non Member - $800
Cancellation Policy: A full refund will be given to cancellations made 14 calendar days prior to the class kick-off. After such time, no refunds will be given. Replacements are acceptable and must be submitted via email to meetings@agc.org
AGC reserves the right to cancel programs if a minimum number of attendees is not met.
Questions? Email us at education@agc.org
Virtual Training
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Technology Requirements
Workshops are delivered via the Zoom platform; a webcam and mic are required for participation. Headsets or earbuds are strongly recommended.
4-Part Workshop is held Tuesdays and Thursdays January 13, 15, 20, 22
2 – 5:30 PM ET | 11 AM – 2:30 PM PT
9AM-1230PM HST
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