Blueprint Reading for the Machine Trades, Fifth Edition

This self-contained book is designed to be the only manual any learner will need to acquire the skills necessary to read manufacturing blueprints. Beginning with the basics of blueprint reading, the book presents each topic in a clear, straightforward manner so that no prior knowledge is needed in order to understand the subject. Charts, tables, a glossary of terminology, and Mathematics Appendix are provided. The book also features current ASME Y14.5M-1994 Standard on Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, and CAN3-B78.1-M83 (reaffirmed 1990) Technical Drawings—General Principles Standard. For individuals learning a manufacturing trade, such as machine operator, general machinist, and tool and die machinist.