Reading & Using Plans (Ireland & UK)

This course is hosted on our UK site but is suitable for OTs from Republic of Ireland also.

This module aims to provide occupational therapists and other non-construction professionals with the essential knowledge and skills needed to interpret architectural drawings and read to scale.

On completion of this course you should:

• understand the difference between plan views, sections and elevations
• be able to interpret common architectural conventions and symbols used on drawings
• be familiar with key drawing features such as title blocks, north arrows & scale bars
• understand how to use a scale rule and read to scale
• be able to discuss some common terminology used on plans and specifications
• be familiar with common hatching used on drawings e.g. for brickwork, partition walls and insulation
• have experience of reviewing one or more housing adaptation/design proposals within a group setting

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

• Electronic handouts (PDFs) provided
• Digital Attendance Certificates issued (3 CPD hours)
• Our online courses are interactive and typically include some or all of the following: presentations, case studies, desktop exercises, demonstration videos, discussions, breakout rooms and Q&As with trainers.