Whether or not they go on to practice as draughtspersons, an ability to interpret plans and drawings is essential to all "construction technicians", and it is through drawing that the necessary appreciation is usually developed. This text represents a foundation for anyone embarking on a construction-related course. It introduces students to the basic materials and methods needed to complete simple architectural drawings satisfactorily, and enables them to understand the main features of more complex drawings they may encounter at work.