Training Detail

This training describes the foundational information needed to begin reading and understanding highway plans. The ability to read plans is essential for anyone involved in highway or bridge construction. This training includes an overview of the title page and its components, station numbers, townships, and quantity estimates.

This course is part of the curriculum from the Plan Reading Series, which covers both basic plan reading instructions as well as providing a more in-depth level of instruction for anyone seeking more information and/or a review of plan reading. The other Web-based training modules include:

• Grading Plans (TC3CN010-15-T1);
• Traffic Control Plans (TC3CN011-15-T1);
• Erosion and Sediment Control Plans (TC3CN012-15-T1);
• Right-of-Way Plans (TC3CN013-15-T1);
• County Plans (TC3CN014-15-T1);
• Bridge Plans (TC3CN015-15-T1); and
• Culvert Plans (TC3CN016-15-T1).

This course offers professional development hours (PDHs). You will see the PDHs on your course completion certificate, which also serves as documentation of your attendance. PDH requirements vary, therefore, it is up to you to determine whether or not this particular course qualifies under your State or board requirements.

Training level: Beginner

Target audience: This training is designed for those involved in the construction process and/or maintenance activities of highways and/or highway structures. It is applicable to anyone desiring a better understanding of plan reading.

Learning outcomes: Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:

• Describe the components of a plan's title sheet;
• Calculate the distance between two station numbers;
• Explain how a township is designated in a plan; and
• Identify quantity estimates for given supplies and materials.