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Print Reading for Industry, 12th Edition

• Master industrial print reading, blueprint interpretation, and engineering drawing visualization.
• Build spatial reasoning skills through hands-on exercises, 3D models, and large-format prints.
• Learn ASME standards, dimensioning, tolerancing, and industry-specific drawing practices.

Title Overview

Title Overview

Print Reading for Industry is a robust text that focuses on interpreting and visualizing drawings and prints used in industrial settings. It is designed for beginning and intermediate students, those pursuing on-the-job training, and apprenticeship programs. It provides coverage of several foundational skills needed for print reading success, including basic mathematics, engineering drawings, geometry principles, measurement tools, and the design process. This revised edition features new and revised figures, new and updated drawings and industry prints, significant updates reflecting the latest ASME standards, and a new video library.

The many prints found in the text are supplemented with an accompanying print packet containing 22 large-size industry prints for further practice. These prints are available as PDFs for classroom display and discussion, available in the student and instructor online resources. In addition, 3D model PDF and STL files for parts featured in the text are available for visualization practice and 3D printing. Numerous visualization and print reading exercises provide hands-on experience and build spatial reasoning skills.


  • End-of-unit Bonus Print Reading Exercises correspond to the bonus print packet, allowing students to powerfully apply real-world knowledge and skills.
  • A new Video Library includes 10 author-led videos to supplement and reinforce classroom instruction.
  • Coverage includes specialized parts and prints, with applications for fasteners, gears, cams, plastic parts, and precision sheet metal parts.

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Introduction to Drafting and Print Reading
Fundamentals of Shape Description
Fundamentals of Size Description and Annotations
Industrial Drawing Types
Specialized Parts and Prints

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About the Author

About the Author

Dr. Ryan K. Brown Dr. Ryan K. Brown is a retired faculty member of the Department of Technology at Illinois State University, Normal, Illinois, where, for 26 years, he taught various drafting and design courses in both mechanical and architectural applications. His teaching experiences also include four years as a faculty member at his alma mater, Eastern Kentucky University, and five years teaching drafting at the junior and senior high level. His work experiences cover a variety of short-term consulting positions with a wide range of drafting and graphics-based tasks, such as steel detailing, plant layouts, and architectural drawing and modeling. Throughout his career, he has conducted workshops for companies in the field of print reading and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing. As a service to secondary education in Illinois, he continues to serve as a test author for various drafting and design competitions.

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Walter C. Brown During his career, Dr. Walter C. Brown was a leading authority in the fields of drafting and print reading. He served as a consultant to industry on design and drafting standards and procedures and held a variety of professional offices of state and national associations.

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QuoteStudents love it and we have shown for decades it works. It is very easy to follow along and understand the units. The textbook covers a wide range of industry drawings which is great for our students as they end up everywhere. The instructor/student resources are incredible. Quote

Peter Fill, Hudson Valley Community College, NY

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