This course equips students with essential skills for reading and interpreting blueprints used in welding and fabrication, following standards set by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), which are recognized and approved by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). Students will focus on key concepts such as orthographic projection, sectional views, detail/ assembly drawings, and critical elements like title blocks, dimensioning methods, scale, tolerances, notations, and material lists. Additionally, the course will cover the application of the American Welding Society’s A2.4:2020 Standard Symbols for Welding, Brazing, and Nondestructive Examination, ensuring students can accurately interpret welding symbols in accordance with industry requirements.