Reading Special Systems Plans

This Special Systems Plan Reading Class teaches students how to read construction drawings related to low-voltage systems that support building operations, safety, and communication. These systems are increasingly critical in commercial buildings and often require coordination across trades.

Topics covered in this class include:

• What is considered a special system?
• Common systems covered:

• Fire Alarm Systems
• Security (CCTV, card access, intrusion detection)
• Data/Telecom (structured cabling, fiber, server rooms)
• Audio/Visual (PA systems, digital signage, conference setups)
• Building Automation Systems (BAS)
• Nurse call, intercoms, and paging (in healthcare or education)

***The Plan Reading series consists of these sessions:

1. Overview and Introduction, 5/7
2. Civil Plans, 5/22
3. Structural Plans, 6/5
4. Architectural Plans, 6/18
5. M&P Plans, 7/8
6. Electrical Plans, 8/5
7. Special Systems, 8/19

It is recommended to participate in the all Plan Reading classes for the more thorough introduction to plan reading.If attending via Zoom, you will miss some of the hands-on activities in the class.A Zoom link will be sent a few days prior to the sessions. Please keep your camera on for maximum engagement.

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