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Comprehensive Curriculum

Clear, Structured Blueprint Training from Start to Finish. Learn how to navigate plumbing drawings, symbols, riser diagrams, schedules, and system layouts through two complete real-world projects. The course covers domestic water, sanitary waste, vent, storm, and gas systems in a logical, step-by-step format.

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Real-World Plan Walkthroughs

Learn Using Actual Office and Restaurant Drawings. Follow along as we break down two full plumbing plan sets — a three-story office building and a restaurant — so you see how systems are designed differently depending on building type and occupancy.

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Practical, Professional-Level Insight

Skills for Estimating, Administration, and Project Management Develop the confidence to read plumbing blueprints accurately, extract quantities for estimating, and communicate effectively with engineers, field crews, and other trades.

About the Course

Learn how to read plumbing blueprints and construction plans with confidence in this practical, real-world training course. Designed for administrative staff, estimators, project managers, apprentices, and anyone new to plumbing, this course provides a clear, step-by-step walkthrough of two complete plumbing drawing sets — a three-story office building and a restaurant project. You’ll learn how to navigate plumbing plans, interpret riser diagrams and isometrics, understand symbols and schedules, and identify domestic water, sanitary waste, vent, storm, and gas systems. By the end, you’ll be able to read plumbing drawings accurately, communicate effectively with field teams and engineers, and extract key information for estimating and project coordination. Build the blueprint reading skills every plumbing professional needs — from the office to the jobsite.

HVAC and Plumbing Instructor

Meet Your Instructor

Hi, I’m John Oquendo, and I’ll be your guide through this blueprint reading course. With over 40 years of experience in the mechanical construction industry — including HVAC and plumbing systems — I’ve worked in the field, in estimating, and in project management, reviewing and interpreting construction drawings on real-world projects. Throughout my career, I’ve seen firsthand how critical blueprint reading skills are to success in construction. Whether you’re an apprentice, estimator, administrative professional, or project manager, the ability to confidently understand plans can elevate your performance and open new opportunities. My goal is to simplify complex drawings, explain system layouts clearly, and help you build the confidence to interpret plans accurately in real project settings. I look forward to helping you strengthen your blueprint reading skills and advance in your career.

Course Curriculum

4 Chapters · 5 Lessons

  1. 1

    Plumbing Drawing Fundamentals

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Symbols, Legend & Sheet Organization

  2. 2

    Commercial Office Building Walkthrough

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Fixture Layout & Plan Interpretation

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      Risers, Details & Schedules

  3. 3

    Restaurant Plumbing Systems

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Grease Waste & Commercial Kitchen Coordination

  4. 4

    Site & Civil Plumbing Plans

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      How to Read Civil Drawings

Ready to Master Plumbing Blueprints?

Take the next step in your plumbing career with our comprehensive course. Enroll today and unlock the skills to excel in blueprint interpretation.

$97.00

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