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Manheim Office
135 Shellyland Road
Manheim, PA 17545

Description:
This seminar, led by experienced architects, will provide a foundational understanding of construction drawings and specifications across various design disciplines. Participants will learn how to interpret and navigate construction documents, understand their role in the construction process, and recognize how different disciplines integrate into a complete design package.

Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

• Locate specific information within construction documents.
• Understand the role and responsibilities of each design discipline.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, including floor plans, 3D perspectives, schedules, elevations, sections, and details.

Instructors:
Gretchen Elton, SAA Architects
Shawn Rebuck, SAA Architects

Construction 101 Series
Gain a clear understanding of how the construction industry operates, including the key players involved at every stage of a project—from inception to completion.

9 Session Series * Classes cycle continuously, join any time at series rate.

• The Construction Process | October 1, 2025
• Project Development & Environmental Decisions | November 5, 2025
• Construction Design Documents & Technical Specifications | December 3, 2025
• Preconstruction & Estimating | January 28, 2026
• Virtual Design & Construction Technology | February 4, 2026
• Construction Risk Management | March 4, 2026
• Construction Agreements & Payments | April 1, 2026
• Project Planning & Execution | May 6, 2026
• Project Compliance & Outside Organizations | June 3, 2026

Registration Date: Seven days prior to the session date

Cancellation Policy: If you must cancel for any reason, please contact us immediately.

• Cancellations received less than 7 days before the start of the class cannot be refunded; substitutions are permitted.

Important Note: EIN: 23-1618254 – Contributions or gifts are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes. However, payments may be deductible by members as an ordinary, necessary business expense. See your accountant for details.

Not A Member? Contact Mike Bachman at mike@abckeystone.org for more information.