LEARN TO READ CONSTRUCTION WALL SECTION DETAILS IN UNDERSTANDING CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS SERIES #10

In this video series we unpack the principles of reading construction drawings while also teaching the fundamentals of what you are actually reading. This video compares a brick veneer wall sections with a wall section using siding. Everything from line types, hatchings, footings and ventilation is discussed.
Print Reading, Understanding Construction Drawings (Check Playlist for new additions)
Lesson 1 Site Plans Doncaster Lot 61 ` • LEARN TO READ & UNDERS...
Lesson 2 Site Plans Whittington • LEARN TO READ & UNDERS...
Lesson 3 Commercial Site Plans • HOW TO READ A COMMERCI...
Lesson 4 Elevation Drawings Doncaster • LEARN TO READ & UNDERS...
Lesson 5 Floor Plan Drawings Doncaster • LEARN TO READ & UNDERS...
Lesson 6 Floor Plans Basement Plan Doncaster • LEARN HOW TO READ FLOO...
Lesson 7 Framing Basics • WOOD FRAMING BASICS EX...
Lesson 8 Floor Plans and Elevations, Doors, Walls.. • LEARN TO READ FLOOR PL...
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Tom Stephenson is a national award-winning professor (George Brown College, University of Toronto) and best-selling author whose background in education spans nearly three decades. His diverse teaching disciplines include construction project management, business management, human resource management, architecture, carpentry, and brick and stone masonry. As a dual-professional, Tom is called upon by industry leaders to translate knowledge, reinvigorate corporate culture, and inspire innovation in emerging and established companies across Canada. Before breaking into the academic realm, Tom acquired more than a decade of practical project-management experience, operating a mid-sized Toronto-based general contracting firm. He is also the author of the newly released Planning, Scheduling, and Control of Construction Projects with American Technical Publishers and the four best-selling editions of Understanding Construction Drawings for Housing and Small Buildings with Nelson Publishing Canada. Tom most recently received the Toronto Construction Association’s 2020 Chancellor’s Award for “helping his peers become more ethical, knowledgeable and professional.” A champion of change management, Tom takes pride in helping students and businesses navigate uncharted territories, take calculated risks and rise above the status quo. Some of the companies he’s worked with include Mattamy Homes, EllisDon, BIRD Construction, MCA, Maple Reinders, and Tucker HiRise, University of Toronto Project Managers.

[@madjidghayemian8225]

Wow! Professor, your detailed explanation makes understanding the O.B.C. much more tangible. Watching your videos is essential to interpreting the functionality of building members rather than just remembering their names. Your great work is highly appreciated.

[@TomStephensontraining]

Thanks so much Majid, I also have a playlist on residential construction which you may find helpful.

[@alfredacheampong2883]

Amazing, as always! Thanks alot, Prof

[@TomStephensontraining]

Thanks Alfred, happy to help.

[@TZNedim]

Fantastic learning material applicable for other global regions.

[@TomStephensontraining]

Thanks so much for your kind words I’m glad the material is helping you!

[@123Bsmoove]

Thank you so much for taking the time to do this, much appreciated!In the process of studying for my ARE exams now

[@TomStephensontraining]

Glad it was helpful! Good luck on your exams

[@murin7185]

Mark, thanks professor Tom hh

[@TomStephensontraining]

Thanks Mark, I hope things are going great! Keep learning

[@gkapur1984]

Awesome. very detailed.

[@TomStephensontraining]

Thanks Gurpartap! I appreciate the kind words

[@garypaiva7558]

I would greatly appreciate the link to download the drawing

[@robincyriac1332]

Can you explain cavity wall foundation

[@TomStephensontraining]

Sorry im not familiar with cavity walls for foundations. I am familiar with above grade cavity walls

[@jolenesantema3656]

This was excellent! Do you have any presentations on commercial window/door flashing details and how to read those?

[@TomStephensontraining]

Not yet but I’ll see in future videos

[@nicknico4121]

are the vertical wood studs always invisible on drawings? Like on this one, you can only know their existence by reading the bubble with the text description, or else they are not visible. We always insinuate they are meant to be together with the isolation?

[@TomStephensontraining]

Yes invisible unless it is complicated then there maybe a framing plan and elevations. In the world of prefabrication and BIM will certainly be able to remove layers and see the studs, lintels…. But as we speak that is not typical. I’m sticking with my philosophy that visualization is so important when reading drawings. More information and detail is wonderful when we get it,but don’t count on it. Thanks for watching Nick

[@darshanvalani9248]

Professor Tom, I cannot find any link. If u provide the entire pdf of this playlist it would be very helpful for me as well as other students. Today is my 5th day and I am watching your 1Oth Video. Great content Sir.

[@TomStephensontraining]

Oh just check my playlists, click on my picture than look for the print reading playlist and they should all be listed in order

[@halihadia382]

Great video! Would you mind posting the link to download the drawing? Thank you 🙏

[@TomStephensontraining]

Hi Hali You should be able to download the details here www.centralfrontenac.com/en/township-office/resources/building-and-planning/TACBOC-Standard-Details.pdf Or google TACBOC details

[@halihadia382]

@@TomStephensontraining Thank you so much!

[@Mannymoco239]

Some visual elements could’ve improved the lesson, perhaps some pictures of the materials or animations

[@TomStephensontraining]

Thanks for the feedback