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Grade 11 and 12 Construction Engineering Technology: Design, Layout, and Planning Skills

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How to Measure for Construction

Calculators for Construction
Blocklayer.com offers free construction calculators. Figure out measurements for stairs, roofs, wall framing, and much more.
Foundation Squaring Calculator
Make sure your foundation is perfectly right with this calculator.
Fraction to Decimal Calculator
Easily convert fractions to decimals.
How to Read a Tape Measure
Learn how to read a tape measure and ensure precise measurements.
Conversion Calculator
Use this calculator to convert from imperial to metric.

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ON-Core : Core Curriculum On-Demand This link opens in a new window
Ask your LCI for the username and password. Do a curriculum search for "Technological Education" and a course search for "construction technology."

Types of Structural Loads
Learn about the structural loads buildings must withstand.
Ontario's Building Code
Meet Ontario's building requirements by studying the building code.
Types of Drawings for Building Design
Learn about the different drawings used for designing and constructing buildings.
Design Principles
Learn about the common design principles used in residential and commercial construction.

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Factors to Consider in Foundation Design
Things to consider when planning a foundation for a building.
How to Design a Plumbing System
Learn the requirements for a residential buildings plumbing system.
Design Matter
Blog by George Walker of Popular Woodworking Magazine. Looks at the design process as well as other aspects of woodworking.
How to Make a Floorplan in Excel
This video shows you how to use Microsoft Excel to create a basic building floorplan.
Orthographic Projection
This article from Encyclopedia Britannica explains what an orthographic projection is. This article also contains more in-depth information about drafting.
How to Draw Elevations
Learn how to draw elevation plans based on the floor plan of a building.
Introduction to Construction - Pythagorean Theorem
This video explains how to use the Pythagorean Theorem in construction.

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