An enlightening examination of construction drawings, methods, and practices "Construction Graphics bridges the gap between construction drawings and the materials and processes required to build a structure. Hundreds of illustrations and photographs from actual working drawings demonstrate what construction graphics mean to managers of the construction process. From site excavation to forming, roof, and electrical systems, "Construction Graphics offers up-to-date material and helpful exercises on the critical tasks involved in constructing a project from graphic depictions of it. Adhering closely to the Construction Specifications Institute' s UniFormatâ„¢ classification system, complete coverage includes an overview of graphic communication, the construction business environment, the design professional' s work product, and construction drawing fundamentals, as well as: Essential quantity surveys and references Site construction Foundations Framing systems Cladding and glazing Sketching and drawing Interior construction Plumbing HVAC systems Shop drawings "Construction Graphics serves as a valuable textbook and reference for students in construction management, building technology, civil engineering, and architecture.