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How to Create a Good-Looking Title Block

Discover what you should include in a title block and why.

It’s the type of sales meeting you have attended dozens of times; the customer has asked his new building construction manager to attend the meeting so that your installation details can be reviewed. You show up early with all of your files in hand, both electronic and printed versions. The meeting starts and your installation details page quickly becomes the focus of discussion. “Where is your blah blah blah, and your call outs for this blah blah blah. What scale is this drawn at and not to mention we need a page with blah blah blah on it too.”

You quickly realize that your drawing packet really isn’t a packet at all, and it certainly doesn’t follow any sort of logical or systematic layout or format. The one page detailing what you are offering doesn’t have the right title block layout, hence the details are hard for anyone but you to find. It’s obvious that your title block design and in-house implementation of it needs to be revisited and revamped before the next meeting.

Does your title block compliment or hinder your companies image when presented to a savvy customer who is used to looking at title blocks all day long?

Does your title block serve a purpose or is it treated like a picture frame where most of the boxes get left blank?  Do the items you have listed really matter in your day-to-day operations? Have you explored your in-house process to determine how the title block can help eliminate errors?

What is the purpose of a title block anyway? You’ve got limited real estate on your page, so you need to know what should be included, what shouldn’t be included, and why. (See Fig. 1) These are the questions you must ask yourself as you start to explore the title block development process. The basics are easy; Your logo, address, phone number, a copyright notice and those official looking little logos that tell everyone which associations you belong to.

But how do you keep track of the important working details that actually make a difference when the file is presented to the client or when it’s used by your in-house team?  In order to build a title block, you must first understand what must be included, where on the page, and why. It’s too easy to simply build a template, call it good and move on. There is a process to follow and a trial period where you will fine-tune the template to work with a majority of your project scenarios. You may decide to build templates that are sign-type specific — one for monuments, one for pylons, one for channel letters, etc.

For now, let’s assume you have your in-house team together for a meeting, you have discussed the needs of your in-house process and you are in the process of deciding which elements to include on which title block pages. Here is a step-by-step guide to assist in the discovery and design process.

Step 1:  To border or not to border—what look are you going for?

Let’s start with the first step in designing your title block, and that is the border or lack thereof. Do you prefer a thin or thick line border that encompasses the drawing on the page or do you prefer an open border page? If you prefer a border, make sure that your border doesn’t dominate the page. I bring this up because in my experience a thick, heavy or “fancy” border can actually detract from the message on the page. Whichever page framing method you choose, develop a theme and be consistent with your theme throughout the document. (See Fig. 2 and 3)

Step 2:  Your logo and contact info

I recommend you keep your logo small so that it doesn’t dominate the page. Considering the limited space on the page, you might want to look at a 1″ wide logo. A large dominant logo on the page can take away from the look of the presentation and can take the focus off of the sign.

What about your contact info?  Ask yourself this question: Do you really need your full mailing and or physical plant address along with your phone and fax number on every single page?  With a website that can list your contact info in greater detail, what purpose does having your address on every page really serve? Is there someone viewing that page who might want to send you a letter via snail mail, or visit your office without calling for an appointment?  The question is, “Would just your logo and web address be sufficient?” With a properly designed cover page and title block, there won’t be any question as to whom the presentation belongs.

Step 3:  The disclaimers

How much do you need to say to get someone to understand that your drawing cannot be copied? Isn’t that a universal understanding of our industry? Perhaps not. But let’s face it, if someone wants to copy your design, regardless of the threat you present, they will. Copyright – schmopyright. In my opinion, when it comes to sign design, threats of penalties don’t do much to deter the unscrupulous. That being said, in the interest of saving real estate on your page, could your disclaimer be as simple as the basic copyright notice that every other product uses?  (Such as Copyright C Charboneau Signs 2016) It’s a one-line statement that was designed to notify others that the item is protected against being copied. It sort of says it all; however, you and or your legal counsel may feel differently about your specific projects or market exposure… protect your design work but use as little title block space as you possibly can.

Regarding the Color and Texture disclaimer , I think this is one of the most important items on the whole page. It doesn’t have to be dominant, but simply stated, clear and easy to find in a large enough type that it’s easy to read. For those of us who have many years in the business, this disclaimer can become an insurance policy that will protect you from those customers who might want an “after the install” discount because the finished sign is a slightly darker green than it shows on the illustration. Stating that all colors and textures are conceptual and not meant to be 100 percent accurate pretty much covers you from becoming a victim of these types of opportunists. (See Fig. 4)

Step 4:  Affiliations, awards, and shameless horn-blowing

Badges, buttons, awards, and accolades are awesome for marketing your company; however, by the time you have gotten to the illustration stage of the sales process, do they really make any notable impact on the customer’s opinion about the sign design you are presenting? Is the presentation page about how qualified your sign company is, or is it about the sign you designed to address the customer’s sign needs? Because real estate on the page is so coveted, the icons might be better used on other marketing materials such as your website, business card, emails, etc., where each affiliation can be listed prominently, rather than teeny-tiny and tucked into the corner of the title block.

Step 5: The customer, the installation site, signatures, and approvals

Who is the customer? Who is signing the agreement? What is their title? Whether it’s handwritten or electronic, it’s always a good idea to get your clients signature on every page of the presentation document. But do you really need a signature box for this when most people just scribble their initials somewhere on the page or approve it via email?  Would a small approval box be sufficient?

How about listing the address of the signs installation location and the location of the home office for invoicing and permitting? This is usually mandatory for permitting with most municipalities, so it should be listed somewhere within the presentation, preferably on the “Installation or Estimation Page.” Should it be listed on every single page of your presentation? (as would occur with a single design title block page) or would it be OK to list it once, on one page? Creating an “Installation Only” page might provide you more room for accurately listing the address and exact location of the sign, as well as city-required site plans and elevation details.

Step 6: Planning the flow of your pages

OK, up until this point the content we have covered has focused on clerical details. Name, title, address, location, approvals, etc. But what about the cover page and any subsequent pages? Do you currently use a cover page? At this stage, you might review your sales and presentation process and determine how the title block packet might be most useful to the salespeople. What would they like to see? What would help the presentation compete more effectively in the marketplace?

Try to look at the title block for its functionality and purpose as it relates to the in-house flow of the job. What types of tracking details should be included on the title block? Should each departments info be on every page? How many of your pages end up with duplicate details or specifications information? Who uses the information provided on the title block and how do they use it? Does your in-house title block need to show a check-off list that addresses the tasks of each department? How about permitting details?

Development of a “packet” approach with a cover page, intro page and design pages is helpful in developing a process that addresses the needs of each department, hence a title block page for each set of details so they are most easily located without being redundant.

And I repeat…. develop a system that avoids repetitious details There is nothing worse for a designer than being told that X, Y and Z need to be changed, and that those repetitive details must be made across several different pages. It’s so very easy for a designer to miss one, especially if they must hunt and search for the instances where those details are listed. It’s better to develop a title block system that contains all the “specific need details” associated with that aspect of the project on one page. (See Fig. 5)

Such as all dimensioning details for estimation and fabrication should be on one page. If an installation detail has changed, it’s much easier to make that change on one drawing page, rather than having to hunt for it and change it on several pages. Granted, major revisions require adjustments to every page; however, all revisions can be made easier and faster when details are compartmentalized onto one page.

Beyond the basic pages

Now that we have expanded beyond the one-page presentation, you can now make your template process look and feel more like an “agency style” working document. Following the cover page, you may consider developing a “Why use us” page, or a “Parameters page” (which showcases the limitations and opportunities of the project.) The possibilities on building your presentation title block packet are endless. You may find that you do not need to clutter your up-front presentation pages with a busy detailed title block. Save those title blocks for the pages that illustrate detailed specifications and try using just your ID in one corner of the page… nothing more… just your logo and your website and whatever border you have decided on. It presents a clean, neat, professional appearance that states who you are without pounding it into the customers face.

Naming the pages

Start with your Illustration page. You can call it anything you want, but most importantly if you have multiple presentation pages, these pages need to be numbered or labeled somehow to keep them identified and organized. (See Fig. 6) Developing a consistent layout and system for labeling the pages is important for referencing.

CorelDRAW Tip:  When using CorelDRAW, remember to set your “Page Title Text” to the appropriate left- or right-hand justification setting before you save. It makes for easier left- or right-hand justified text changes later.

Benefits of a boiler-plate presentation process

As you can probably see already, a well-designed title block presentation packet can simplify the flow of information both internally and externally, such as with sub-contractors, permitting departments, etc. If a job is small, you can select which single boiler plate page is most appropriate for that customer and job. If the project warrants a more involved presentation, or any level in between, your new boiler plate process will help you maintain your company’s image in the marketplace and improve your team’s understanding of where to find the info they need.

For the sign designer

Setting up your “Packet” can be done with boilerplates that are ready to go. I recommend setting up one packet set for channel letters, one for monuments, pylons, wall signs, etc. (See Fig. 7) In this way, you simply open the template and start working. All of the call outs, details and specifications needed for the job can be included and then are easily customized for the sign.  This can be a huge time saver because all the pertinent details, graphic section views and general call-outs can be stored within the packet set.

The final word

Fortunately, for our industry, we have the ability to design templates and title blocks in-house, which makes changes and revisions a fairly painless process. You probably won’t land on the perfect title block on your first try. It will take a little bit of trial and error to know if the boxes provided will have enough space for the information required. Are the details too small to read once it is reduced from 11×17 to fit onto an 8×11 page? Where is the best place to put that disclaimer for the colors and textures? The key is to bring everybody affected by the title block to the table to discuss its usefulness, function, and purpose. You may decide that yes, you do want your address and phone number on the title block because the permitting department in your city requires it. Details like this are why it’s important to spend time with each department affected by the title block, and build them accordingly.

Matt Dixon is the former executive editor and content manager of GRAPHICS PRO magazine. Before that he served as editor of Sign & Digital Graphics and Sign Business Magazine.

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Understanding Architectural Title Blocks

• Updated: October 15, 2023

“WHERE IS THE NORTH!,” my professor asked as I promptly pointed my finger here and there, even with accurate construction drawings, my sheet was incomplete. The error might seem minute on paper but I learned a valuable lesson – how to present information is key.

One of the key components in  sheet presentation  is a title block. It’s the first element we’re drawn to and moreover, it provides an organized format and layout to your drawing.

So to make you an expert, we’ve compiled a guide assembled with everything you need to know about architectural title blocks and the techniques required to create the perfect presentation for your project and/or firm.

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What is an architectural title block.

The architecture title block is a rectangular box usually present either at the bottom or on the right-hand side of a drawing sheet.

This box contains various information such as the title of the drawing, scale , the logo or information about the company and people associated, the project which includes name, address, and date.

This helps in tracking the revisions made over time as this drawing goes through several changes and those changes need to be checked upon regularly.

An architectural seal is provided to prove its authenticity which should have the signature and license information of the architect in charge.   

Thus, a title block gives you an overview of the project you are working on and data available on the sheet, which makes reading, identifying, and verifying it easier.

This in turn enables a smooth design process and the constant flow of drawing information to be measured and maintained.

What should be included and written in an architectural title block?

Now that we have already discussed a small brief about the standard information required in an architectural title block. We cannot just put that in any way deemed fit, there is a more schematic and orderly way in which these drawings are read.

Additionally we must understand why certain information is important and how they help the sheet to provide vital data.

1. Sheet Information – This section of the title box contains the most valuable piece of information. The title of the drawing is the first thing that anyone will read, so it should be bold and clear.

Every sheet contains a unique drawing number that is specific for the job and to the entire file of blueprints . The dates provided in the sheets are essential and indicate when the drawings were produced. And you must note that these dates should not be tampered with throughout the construction of the project.

This information is particular to the specific sheet rather than the entire set of drawings and is also unique for every sheet. They are located at the bottom of the title box.

2. Drawing Issue/Revision block – It is necessary to have a section dedicated to identify and recording the changes made in the drawing, as we discussed above that design drawing needs amend overtime at the same time it is necessary to keep track of all the changes.

Changes made on the face of drawings should be marked with circles.

They also include major dates related to the entire projects unlike mentioned above, like issued for construction, etc.

3. Project data – The name of the project and a little brief about the site as well as the address of the project should be included. If the scale of the drawing is huge, a key plan may also be included that remains constant throughout the sheets.

4. Project Team data – Depending on who you are and/or work for, there are a few ways to present this section. In some cases, a firm may decide to only publish the company’s info which may include the phone number, address, and email.

In other cases, they may choose to provide contact info of every contributing member. This will help in reducing the time lag when contacting the right person.

5. Architectural approved signatures – It can be a signature or a seal depending upon the regulation of local municipal authority but the signature of the drafter, approving engineer, and issuing officer along with respective dates should be mentioned otherwise the drawing will not be considered authentic.

This is useful because in the case of conflict the issue can be resolved by sourcing these drawings as they become a legal document. 

6. Firm Identification – Present at the top of the title block is the logo/name of the firm and the copyright information. 

7. Scale and North – Speaking from personal experience, this element is very important and has a dedicated block. However, nowadays many architects have opted not to add it in the title block.

Rather they prefer to place it down in every plan , section, or elevation as the scale may vary throughout the set of drawings.

8. Reference Information – This block deals with details related to other schematics which are similar to the current system.

They are quite helpful in collecting additional details and can be implemented depending on the situation of the contractor or site.

Where can a title block be Positioned?

After understanding the hierarchy of placing different blocks of information in an architectural title block, let’s discuss where to locate the title block.

One of the most common locations to start is the bottom right corner along with the sheet number and strategically moving upwards from there.

This is considered ideal because the sheets are bounded from the left side and make it easier to read and flip through the drawings. Another way is to place the title block at the bottom but nowadays it is not the most adopted way of representing a title block. 

What is the correct title block size?

How much of the sheet should be allotted to the title block? Firstly, starting with the border which can also be considered a part of the title block should be a minimum of 10mm to 20mm.

The allocated size can vary from company to company, hence, if you decide to place it on the right or bottom, the length usually stays the same. Well, it’s mainly the width size that changes.

On the other hand, while preparing government drawings you must ensure to follow the guidelines given by them including the size of the title block.

Title block Examples

1. – The below title block by Sakti Studios along the right side of the sheet is a typical example of the title block used in the market today.

The bottom right contains the sheet number and just above it is the sheet title, which provides space for the key plan and a note for construction. At the top is the company logo, project name, and the owner’s name. 

They have also provided blocks for structure and interiors including space for the information on progress. The scale and north are beside the sheet number at the bottom for a clear indication on the sheet.

2. – This title block by ricebean is a short and simple box of information located at the right corner, with the company logo and address at the bottom.

The information states the project, client, and site address and along with the logo are the date, area, and scale of the drawing right above. These types of title blocks take very less space and convey only the necessary information.

3. – This BIM title block by BM / Architecture studio is divided into two rectangles on either side. Box one presented at the bottom contains only the firm logo and the second box contains technical information such as the drawing number, date, and project information.

The remainder of the box is left to record the progress and make construction notes. This title block plays with the hierarchy of different information boxes.

4. – The title block CARGO Architecture used for their Villa Boreale project is placed such that it can be viewed from both landscape and portrait. The company logo, sheet title, drawing number, dates, and project information are written in portrait style.

Then as the drawing is in landscape mode, the progress and revisions are stated in landscape so that they don’t have to rotate the sheet every time.

Architecture Title Block Templates 

Architecture templates provide the useful kickstart. They increase your efficiency as they come with pre-set plot styles, layers, blocks, styles, etc.

Such sets of predesigned, minimalistic title blocks are available in AutoCAD format available in common metric and imperial sizes, matching cover sheets in four sizes along with notes, legends, and symbols sheets.

You just need to add your logo and branding by removing that of the provider after which these layouts are ready to plot.

We provide a free title block template with our AutoCAD Template Kit here .

Benefits of creating an architecture title block template:

There are numerous benefits of having title block templates: 

The most important is the efficiency, you can’t just plot a new sheet every time you are finished drafting. It will be much faster and easier if you have a title block with borders drafted beforehand. Then all that is left is to scale the drawing and compose it in the premade block.

Another benefit of the title block is that you will have all the standard information. You can just change the variable information in the title block suitable to your current project. This will standardize your and your team’s work and leave less room for human errors.

A well-designed title block template gives your sheet an organized look and enhances the presentation style. Not only does it give a nice impression about your firm but also is easier to read and understand as all the information is assembled neatly.

5 tips for creating a successful title block:

Want to create a chic and eye-catchy title block that is unique and authentic to you and your project? Well, there are numerous ways to best represent your sheets. So, here are five tips to create your successful title block –

1. Borders are important, they not only foster a sense of composition but also ensure that the printed sheets are properly aligned.

2.  Location of the title block, this might be the most obvious tip by now as emphasized multiple times the placement of the title block should be at the bottom right corner from which it can either go up or side depending on your preference. 

3. The text height is important as all the information should be readable and depending upon your sheet size should be at least 3.2mm or 1/8″ high.

4. Another important tip regarding text is to make sure your text heights are appropriate. For instance, avoid writing your name in a bigger size as compared to your clients and remember to always pay attention to the title block guidelines given by the government bodies. 

5. While using AutoCAD, the title block should not be drafted in “live” lines and loose text. Rather, it should always be drafted in a block format such that any changes become easier to replicate and reformat.

Title blocks are equally important as any technical drawing on a sheet. It’s a given that this enlisted guideline will help you step one inch closer to easier drafting and formatting.

Remember, a small effort towards presentation can go a long way towards building a relationship with your clients and firm! 

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Architectural Title Blocks: Standards and Conventions

Title blocks are essential for all sheets (aka pages) in a construction drawing set. They tell the viewer information about the project, such as: what the project is and where it’s located, who created the drawings, the date of the drawings, and more. Should a single sheet be separated from the rest of the drawing set, the title block includes all the information needed for the viewer to connect it to the rest of the drawings.

There’s some flexibility in how the information is arranged in the title block, but conventions should be followed when designing your own. We’ll discuss what information needs to be included, what information might be included, and how it should all layout.

Name, contact info, and logo of the architect

• Designated area for the architect's stamp

Name and address of the project

Client information.

• Architect's project number
• "Drawn by" section

Sheet Number

Title of submission / current phase, space to list revisions, copyright info.

• Client's logo

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• Design team's information

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In some cases, the client will dictate the arrangement of the title block or provide one for the architect and consultants to use. This is most common for large corporations or higher education institutions. These organizations have entire portfolios of buildings that need to be maintained and prefer to have the drawings created to their standards.

What should be included in the title block?

Any architect or drafter will need to create a standard title block for themselves and the work they produce. The following is the minimum information that should be included on any title block.

Knowing who did the drawings and how to contact them if needed is a critical piece of information. Include the name, address, and phone number of the company at a minimum.

When the architect hires engineers and consultants, they will often use the architect’s title block. When this occurs, the consultant needs to include their information as well.

Designated area for the architect’s stamp

Having a stamped set of drawings indicates to the viewer that these documents have been reviewed and approved by the architect. Stamps could be needed when applying for a building permit or when seeking regulatory approval.

The client or the architect should determine the project’s name so that everyone uses the same one. Choosing a project name ensures that everyone is referring to the project in the same way and will help avoid confusion, especially when filling out applications or other paperwork. An address is also needed so the project can be located.

Usually, just including the client’s name is sufficient, but sometimes their address and phone number are included as well.

Architect’s project number

Creating a unique project number for each job will help organize files on your computer and for keeping track of billing or other paperwork. How you format the project numbers doesn’t really matter as long as you’re consistent. Incorporating the year into it is common, especially since many of us think chronologically.

“Drawn by” section

It’s common practice for the primary drafter of the sheet to add their initials. Some offices also have a “checked by” area so that the project manager or quality control staff can initial after they’ve reviewed the sheet.

Knowing who worked on the drawing can come in handy years later when something comes up and the office needs to know who worked on the associated sheet.

Every sheet should have a name describing what the contents of that sheet are. This helps contractors and reviewers to quickly identify where to find the information they are looking for in the table of contents.

The sheet number is one of the most essential elements of the title block. This is one element that never changes and is located in the bottom right-hand corner of the sheet. Sheet numbers give every page in the drawing set a unique designation so that it can be referred to when calling out drawings or when the sheet is listed in the table of contents.

Another critical piece of information is the date which indicates when the sheet was issued. Over the project’s lifetime, there could be several submissions; drawings for pricing, progress drawings at different design phases, permit set, conformed set, etc. Including a date helps the reader ensure that they are viewing the correct version of the drawing.

Similarly to the date, giving the drawings a name based on the submission will help identify the correct drawings. Over the lifetime of the design of a project, you may issue several sets of drawings for different reasons. For example: drawing sets at each phase for approval by the client, pricing sets, a set for permit, etc.

There are almost always revisions that need to be made to a set of drawings after they’ve been formally issued. For example, revisions may need to be made in the bidding and negotiation phase based on RFIs or if the design team wants to provide additional information to the bidders. In construction, change orders, clarifications, or RFIs may lead to revisions to the drawings.

Changes to the drawings are clouded and marked with a revision tag (usually a number). This tag is listed in the revisions area of the title block. The revision should be listed with a date and a short description of the change. For example: “RFI3 change the door 001”.

Understanding copyright laws is a complicated subject and would be better explained by a lawyer. But it’s important to know that there are protections on the intellectual property of architects. If you’d like a little more information, take a look at this article.

Optional items to include in a title block

Client’s logo.

Including the client’s logo isn’t always necessary for commercial projects, but some clients request it. It also helps to show that they aren’t just the client but part of the team.

Adding a key plan to the title block ensures that it’s shown on every sheet. Sometimes, buildings must be broken up into several sections ( see this article about types of floor plans ). This can make the drawings confusing for people who are less familiar with the project than the design team. Showing the key plan will make flipping through the drawings easier. Also, some drafters like to key in exterior elevations or sections on the key plan on those respective sheets.

A north arrow should always be included on the plans, but including it as part of the title block is a personal preference. Some architects prefer to make it part of the drawing, while others locate it in the title block so that it’s always remembered.

Design team’s information

The entire design team should be included in the drawings. While it’s helpful to list all parties on the title block so their information can be easily found, the information takes up a lot of space. An alternative is to list the project team on the cover sheet.

Other Layout Considerations

There are variations in sheet sizes, but a 24″x36″ sheet is the most commonly used for commercial projects. A smaller sheet size, like 12″x18″, can be used for single-family homes. 30″x42″ sheets might be used for larger commercial projects like warehouses or historic Mills. This size, however, can be cumbersome to work with; the large size makes the drawing sets heavy and hard to flip through.

It’s standard for sheets to be viewed and read in landscape orientation (meaning the widest dimension is perpendicular to the viewer). Most often, title blocks are vertical, meaning they are on the right-hand edge of the page spanning from top to bottom of the sheet.

Depending on the size and shape of your building, you may want to use a horizontal title block that spans the bottom edge of the drawing. Just ensure that the drawing number and title are in the bottom right-hand corner, similar to a vertical title block.

Margins are not only crucial for ensuring that everything drawn is within the print area, but drawings are usually stapled and bound, which require a certain amount of space. Typically around 1 1/2″ is sufficient for stapling a full-size set. If you like to work with half-size sets, leaving 2″ is better.

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No “rule” describes how to lay out views on a sheet. The least common way I’ve seen is numbering the drawings and placing them on the sheets in the way we are traditionally taught to read, meaning from top left to bottom right. Since sheets are flipped through by looking at the sheet number in the bottom right-hand corner, there’s a logic behind placing the first drawing in the bottom right-hand corner next to it. Where you go from there is up for debate.

It’s common practice to use a grid (that may or may not be printed) to organize sheets that contain many drawings. In this case, some architects will label the grid (with letters on the x-axis and numbers on the y-axis) so that each box can be identified. This makes it easy to locate specific parts of a drawing.

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Architectural Graphics 101 – Title Blocks

October 19, 2020 by Bob Borson 2 Comments

Architectural Graphics are a topic that it seems everybody has an interest in discussing – or at the very least, looking at for comparison purposes. After a very long hiatus, Architectural Graphics 101 is rising from the ashes like the proverbial Phoenix. It’s been 3 years and 16 days since my last architectural graphics post and just like the last time I had a steaming hot bowl of Wolf brand chili, that’s too long.

In just about every conceivable way, this title block has all the parts that you would expect to find on a drawing – but maybe you don’t know what those are. I am also going to take a few moments to introduce the concept of how you number these drawings (i.e. the individual drawings on the sheet).

I am going to break this Architectural Graphics 101 post up into just a few small parts – some of which I have skimmed over in the past but it’s worth repeating. First off is the numbering of the drawings on the page. Most architectural sheets have more than one drawing on them and in order to assist with referencing their location elsewhere, most will have individual numbers. For example, detail 01 “Plan Detail” can be found in the bottom right-hand corner of the sheet but if I wanted to reference that drawing elsewhere in the set, I would call it out as “o1/A2.82” which not only identifies the detail number but also the page in which you can find it.

I have added a few guidelines on the image above to show that all of these drawings are lined up with one another for the most part – it just visually keeps the drawing organized and tidy in its appearance … but we need to talk a minute about how to identify those drawings – why is detail 04 located where it is?

My preference is that the drawing numbers start in the bottom right-hand corner and work their way up the page until they reach the top, and at that point, you go back down to the bottom of the page – essentially one column over and continue working your way up the page again.

Some people might think that – just like reading a book or anything else – you start in the upper left-hand corner and work your way across the page to the right until they reach the end at which point you drop down a row and continue (much like how you are reading this sentence). While I will admit that what I am about to say might be some outdated thinking, at times I still embrace the old ways. Since printed out drawings are typically stapled along the left-hand side of the page, it would be better to fill of the sheet on the side opposite the staples just so you don’t have to open the set wide up in order to see drawing 04 in the corner by the staple. If you number vertically starting on the right, you can flip the page partially open.

Of course, now that we are printing out sheets less often, this might not be as important as it once was but I still see contractors using full-size sets on the job site.

So let’s get to the actual ingredients that make up a title block. For the most part, every title block has the same 6 things on it regardless of who made it or how old it is. You might see an example that has only 5 of these things but 4 or less would be “finding a leprechaun sitting on a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow” rare.

I’ve color-coded three examples here but let’s start with the one from my current office – BOKA Powell.

Sheet Information is typically found in the bottom-most corner of every title block and generally contains information that is specific to that particular sheet rather than the entire set. Things like the page number (A2.82 in this case but I’m not going to explain the numbering system in this post) are a must and might actually be the most important piece of information in the title block. The second most important is the date of the sheet – which is not the same as the dates I’m going to talk about in the next section. Consider the date here as a “born on” date and not the date associated with the various milestone issue dates. Once this date is set, it’s done and should never change.

Right above the sheet information is the drawing issue information. The dates reflected here are associated with the entire set and not the individual drawing page. Things like “Issued for Permitting”, “Issued for Construction”, and “City Comments” are fairly typical. Major set issue dates are recorded in this section.

Sometimes you will see some legal speak in these sections, along the lines of:

The drawings and written material herein constitute original work of the architect, and as intellectual property and instruments of service, are subject to copyright and may not be reproduced, distributed, published or used in any way without the express written consent of the architect.”

or something very close to that.

Project Data – at least on my sets – is almost always the project name as well as the address of the project. Pretty straightforward stuff.

This is the one section that seems to vary the most between project title blocks. On the BOKA Powell sets, you will find the firms and their contact information for every consultant who contributed documentation to the set. People like structural engineers, MEP engineers, landscape architects, acousticians, civil engineers, and even the specific contact information for the owner.

If it doesn’t have a seal, it ain’t real. There are a million different rules associated with when and how an architectural seal is used (and when it can be electronic or has to be wet, when it has to be signed or just be on the page, etc.) Best to do your due diligence and make sure you know the rules in the municipality where the project is being submitted for review.

In order for this “Architectural Graphics 101” post to be a value I thought we should have another example to look at – in this case it is a title block from my last office. In order to make things easy for comparison purposes, I color-coded everything once again and after a quick scan, you will see that with one minor exception, both title blocks have the exact same information on them.

The drawings are laid out in the exact same manner – starting in the bottom right-hand corner and moving vertically to the top and then coming back down to the bottom and moving over a row. If a single drawing extends the full height of the page (as you can see with these wall sections) the drawings just move over to the next column.

In the title block, the only section missing is the project directory … I just don’t see a need for it on every page. It’s prominently featured on my cover page (where there is space to actually list the contact name, phone number, and email for the specific individual responsible at each firm. Pretty easy stuff to my mind but that’s the only difference between the two.

… but I’ve gone the extra mile and I have a 3rd example for you. I have shown you examples from a large firm and a medium-to-small firm, but let’s take a look a the title block from a sole-practitioner. I reached out to my buddy Eric Reinholdt at 30×40 Design Workshop and asked him to send me a title block for comparison purposes.

I’ll avoid the drawing numbering part of the conversation since Eric’s page only has a single drawing on it and it doesn’t have a number on it. What is interesting is that other than creating a spot for a North arrow in his title block, Eric has the same 5 pieces of information in his title block that I had in my last office.

Eric actually has made his template available if you like it so much you want to use his system – you can check it out here .

Are you convinced yet that title blocks are essentially the exact same the world over? Maybe that makes them boring but I don’t think so. I have a title block from a Marcel Breuer drawing but I don’t want to get his foundation up in arms publishing it here without permission. If you have a cool title block or have something you think should be added please feel free to let me know – you can even upload your title block in the comment section if you were so inclined. I promise I will publish it but my site will flag it as an attachment and I will have to go into the system and manually free it from comment purgatory (which I will do – no worries!)

Title blocks are incredibly important which is why I decided to feature them as I resurrect the Architectural Graphics 101 series. Sadly, for most architects, once the title block is in place, nobody ever seems to think about it or choosing to make it something special and reflect their own unique design sensibilities. I have a weird and no longer secret desire to redesign my own title block … because I am an architect nerd and that sounds like a good time to me.

PS – if you want to see other entries in the Architectural Graphics 101 series, topics like Window Schedules, Wall Types, Layers, Line Weight and Drawing Alignment, and more, just click here

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Writing Catchy Presentation Titles: Proven Techniques You Should Know

It’s easy to overlook or give less attention to presentation titles, especially if you have limited time to assemble your material. You may rather prioritize other aspects, such as gathering information, creating slides, or rehearsing the delivery. Yet, hastily choosing the headline for your presentation is a blunder you wouldn’t want to commit.

First impressions – last, and that also applies when presenting. Engaging presentations begin with engaging titles and opening slides. If your title is sloppy, your audience will think your presentation is your best. This article will discuss what makes a good presentation title and how you can create it.

Table of Contents

The Anatomy of a Good Presentation Title

Presentation titles styles, tips for creating catchy presentation title, frequently asked questions on presentation titles.

A good presentation headline or title serves two purposes: practical and creative.

The practical purpose of a presentation title is to provide a clear and concise description of the content. It helps set the expectations of your audience, allowing them to anticipate what they will learn or gain from the presentation.

On the other hand, the creative aspect is one thing that charms your audience. An intriguing or thought-provoking title can pique the audience’s curiosity and motivate them to attend the presentation through and through. It generates interest and makes them eager to learn more.

As the presenter, you should strive to find a title that strikes the right balance between informative and engaging. It must go beyond mere description, as a descriptive title may fail to stand out or engage your audience. On the flip side, an overly clever title may sacrifice clarity and fail to encapsulate the content of your presentation accurately.

1. Surprise

Using startling statements or unexpected facts can effectively capture the audience’s attention. When something unexpected is presented, it naturally piques curiosity and leaves a lasting impression.

So, if you come across a fact, statistic, or quote about a topic that truly surprised you, work on it and make it your headline. Chances are, such information will likewise come as a surprise to your audience. Of course, you must ensure that the surprise element is relevant and contributes to the overall message you aim to deliver.

Example: Neil Patel, an online marketing expert, delivered a compelling piece titled “90% Of Startups Fail: What You Need To Know About The 10%”. The title contains an element of surprise, which suggests that most startup companies don’t survive. Within the article, Patel presented advice for startups to avert failure.

2. Intrigue

Ever wonder why you can’t seem to resist Buzzfeed headlines? That’s right; they are often intriguing and clickbaity. This technique also works on presentation titles.

Intrigue headlines capture attention and generate interest in presentations. They can create curiosity, engage the audience, and make your presentation stand out.

When crafting an intriguing headline, you may use thought-provoking questions or vague statements that spark the audience’s interest and, at the same time, clearly convey the topic of your presentation.

Example: Susan Colantuono’s Ted Talk, entitled “The career advice you probably didn’t get,” exhibits intrigue. The title immediately piques curiosity by suggesting that the presentation will provide unconventional or lesser-known career advice that the audience may not have received. This creates a sense of anticipation and motivates individuals to attend the presentation to discover what unique insights or perspectives will be shared.

3. Benefit or Value

Presentation titles that make clear claims about something’s worth may be more engaging than just stating it. When your audience knows exactly what’s in the presentation, they will likely lean in and listen.

The idea is to communicate right off the headline the main advantage the audience will gain from engaging with the content. You don’t have to include the entire proposition, but you may convey the essence of the value proposition to generate interest among the audience.

Example: Lawrence Ong’s “Break The Cycle: How To Gain Financial Freedom” clearly states the benefits of attending the presentation in the headline. It positions itself as a source of knowledge for building wealth and suggests that listening to the talk will equip the audience with the lessons they need to achieve their desired financial independence.

4. Wordplay 

Using wordplay in presentation titles can be a clever way to add flair to your presentation title. Playing with words can evoke emotions like humor and curiosity, which engages the audience from the start. It stands out from more specific titles, making people pause and take notice.

There are several types of word plays that you can incorporate into your presentation title, like puns, double-meaning words, metaphors , and rhymes. The idea is to strike the right balance so that the playfulness doesn’t overshadow the clarity and relevance of the title. The wordplay should align with the topic and purpose of your presentation while adding a touch of creativity.

Example: Steve Jobs’s keynote speech 2001 introducing the original iPod with the title “1000 songs in your pocket” is an excellent example of wordplay used in a presentation headline.

The wordplay in this example contrasts the figure “1000”, a substantial quantity, and the phrase “in your pocket,” representing portable space. By combining these elements, the presentation title effectively communicated the storage capacity and convenience of the device playfully and memorably.

1. Keep It Short

A strong presentation title conveys the main topic using a few words. Short statements are more likely to impact the audience immediately, and their brevity makes them easily understood and remembered, leaving a lasting impression.

How short is short? The ideal length for headlines on PowerPoint slides is 6-14 words, and this range helps ensure that the title of your presentation carries the message you want to get across without wordiness.

2. Use Concrete Language

Using concrete language in your presentation title is an effective way to make it more compelling. Concrete language has persuasive power as it clarifies your presentation title and makes it relatable to the audience.

Some powerful words you can inject into your headlines are adjectives, action words, and actual figures. So, instead of “Optimizing Business Processes,” you can say “Cut Costs by 20%: Streamlining Operational Efficiency”.

3. Use Technology or AI

Crafting a catchy presentation headline is hard enough – all the more when you have to fit it into little words. If you find yourself stuck in this task, there are available technologies that can help you generate title ideas for your presentations.

SEMRUSH, in particular, has an AI title generator that suggests headlines for content based on your prompts. You may also use ChatGPT for your presentations in a similar way.

However, we only suggest using these tools to speed up your brainstorming process, as repurposing those presentations into blog posts implies the risk of a site penalty for AI-generated content by Google. Reviewing and refining the generated headline to ensure it aligns with your specific presentation and captures the essence of your message is important.

4. Use Proven Formulas

Another way to speed up the process of generating title ideas presentation is to use proven formulas. Like your typical math equation, these formulas provide a framework to adapt to your specific presentation and audience. You can use them as a starting point to experiment with different combinations of words to create a headline that captures the gist of your piece,

Here are some presentation title formulas you can use:

• How to [Desirable Outcome] in [Specific Time Frame]
• Discover the [Number One] Secret to [Desirable Outcome]
• The [Adjective] Way to [Desirable Outcome]: [Unique Approach/Method]
• Are You [blank]?
• Unlocking the Secrets of [Topic]: [Key Insight/Strategy]”

Q1: What is the purpose of a catchy title in a presentation?

A: The purpose of a catchy title in a presentation is to grab the audience’s attention and, at the same time, communicate the main idea or focus of the talk.

Q2: How do I create a catchy title for my presentation?

A: Creating a catchy title involves balancing creativity, clarity, and relevance. Finding the right balance between description and creativity allows you to create a catchy title that generates interest without sacrificing clarity.

Q3: What are some tips for making a title stand out?

A: To make a title stand out, clearly describe the content while engaging the audience’s curiosity. Additionally, use concrete language and keep it short.

Q4: Can a title be too long for a presentation?

A: Yes. Keep presentation titles concise and to the point, as longer titles can be harder to read, remember, and fit on slides effectively.

Q5: How does a title affect the overall success of a presentation?

A: The title serves as a hook that entices people to attend the presentation and creates a positive first impression. It may be the first and last chance to convince your audience to lend their ears.

Q6: Are there any specific formats for presentation titles?

A: No, there is no specific format for presentation titles, but there are approaches that can make it more effective. You can use descriptive words, wordplay, figures, or surprising facts.

There are infinite ways to make your presentation title catchy, and this article presented some of the proven techniques that work. In creating an attention-grabbing title, ensure your main message is not overshadowed or lost. Keep it relevant, concise, and clear!

Once your compelling headline is ready, designing your opening slide will be next.

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There are multiple ways to add titles to your slides in PowerPoint. Use the Layout option to create a standalone title slide or to add a title to a slide that contains other text. You can also use the Outline view or the Accessibility ribbon to create and update the titles of your slides. 

Select a heading below to open it and see the detailed instructions.

Use the Accessibility ribbon to title a slide 

You can use the Accessibility ribbon to add or edit slide titles and to make sure your slides are accessible to everyone.

Select Review > Check Accessibility . The Accessibility ribbon is displayed, and the  Accessibility pane opens to the right of the selected slide.

Select one of the following options:

Note:  The available options depend on whether a title placeholder exists or not, and what type of element is selected on the slide.

To move the cursor to the title placeholder, select Edit Slide Title .

To add a title placeholder to the slide and move the cursor to the placeholder, select Add Slide Title .

To add an off-slide title placeholder and move the cursor to the placeholder, select  Add Hidden Slide Title . Because the title is positioned off-slide, it will be invisible during a slide show, but the title is available to help users navigate or select the slide.

If there is no title placeholder on the slide, to let the Accessibility Checker select the text box or shape that seems most like a title, select Set as Slide Title . This makes the selected object your slide title. If there is another text box or shape you want to use as the title, select the object, and then choose this option. Only objects with text that aren't in groups can be made into a title.

Selecting the  Slide Title  button without expanding the dropdown menu does the following:

If an object that can be set as the title is selected on the slide, that object is set as the slide title ( Set as Slide Title ).

If there is a title, but no object is selected, the cursor moves to the title placeholder ( Edit Slide Title ).

If there is no title and no object is selected, a title placeholder is added and the cursor moves to the placeholder ( Add Slide Title ).

Type or edit the slide title.

Tip:  To review your presentation for missing or duplicate slide titles, run the Accessibility Checker, and then check the Accessibility pane to find them.

Use the Layout option to title a slide

You can name or rename a slide by using a slide layout that has a title placeholder .

Select the slide whose layout you will change so that it can have a title.

Click Home > Layout .

Select Title Slide for a standalone title page or select Title and Content for a slide that contains a title and a full slide text box. Many other layout options include titles, too. Pick the one that’s best suited for your presentation.

Select the Click to add title text box. Enter your title for that slide.

Use Outline view to title a slide

You can also create a slide title in Outline view. This view also shows the titles for any other slides in your presentation.

Click View > Outline View .

A slide without a title will have no text to the right of the slide number.

If your slide already has a title, it appears next to the slide number.

Click to the right of the slide number.

Type your new title here, or update an existing slide title. Your text will appear on the slide as you enter it.

Tip:  You can use Outline view as your notes when you give a presentation. 

Put a title on a slide, but make the title invisible

You can position a title off the slide. That way, the slide has a title for accessibility or sorting reasons, but you save space on the slide for other content.

On the View tab, select Zoom and then lower the zoom percentage to about 50% so that the margins outside the slide are visible. 

Type a title in the Title placeholder box.

Drag the Title placeholder upward or downward and then drop it outside the slide boundary. 

You can confirm that  the title will be invisible during a slide show by selecting Slide Show > From Current Slide . 

Systematically hide slide titles

If you want all or many of your slide titles to be hidden, use Slide Master view to achieve it. Duplicate the slide layout for which you want to have hidden titles. Then on the duplicate layout, move the title placeholder off-slide. Then apply the new layout to the appropriate slides.

For example:

On the View tab of the ribbon, in the Master Views group, select Slide Master .

In the slide thumbnail pane on the left side of the PowerPoint window, right-click a slide layout (such as Title and Content Layout ) that you want to alter, and choose Duplicate Layout .

Select the duplicated layout.

Select the title placeholder, drag it upward, and drop it outside the boundary of the visible slide.

If PowerPoint doesn't allow you to drag the placeholder that far, use View > Zoom to make the slide surface area appear smaller so that there is adequate room to move the placeholder fully off-slide.

Close Master view and return to Normal view.

Select a slide whose title you want to hide. Right-click it, and apply the "hidden-title" slide layout that you just created.

The title moves to an off-slide position, but it still exists. You can see the title of the slide by switching to Outline view.

Put the same title on every slide

If you want the same title on every slide, you may be thinking of what PowerPoint calls a footer . For instructions on putting footers on your slides, see Insert or change footers in PowerPoint slides .

Why slide titles are important

Having slide titles is valuable for:

Accessibility     A visually impaired person that uses a screen reader relies on the slide titles to know which slide is which.

Helping various PowerPoint features work correctly     Design Ideas, Apply Layout, and Reset Slide work better on slides that have titles. Insert Hyperlink, Insert Zoom, and custom shows all refer to slides by their titles.

PowerPoint expert Geetesh Bajaj has an article on his site about Hiding Slide Titles in PowerPoint .

You can name or rename a slide by using a slide layout that has a title placeholder

Tip:  You can use Outline view as your notes when you give a presentation.

If there is no title placeholder on the slide, to let the Accessibility Checker select the text box or shape that seems most like a title, select Set as Slide Title . This makes the selected object your slide title. If there is another text box or shape you want to use as the title, select that object, and then choose Set as Slide Title . Only objects with text that aren't in groups can be made into a title.

If there is no title placeholder on the slide, to let the Accessibility Checker select the text box or shape that seems most like a title, select Set As Slide Title . This makes the selected object your slide title. If there is another text box or shape you want to use as the title, select that object, and then choose Set As Slide Title . Only objects with text that aren't in groups can be made into a title.

If an object that can be set as the title is selected on the slide, that object is set as the slide title ( Set As Slide Title ).

You can confirm that  the title will be invisible during a slide show by selecting Slide Show  > From Current Slide . 

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Title Blocks are a critical portion of any drawing. They represent the area of presentation, the purpose of the drawing, and data about the drawings properties. The Title Block is a critical part of your drawing and it will set the pace for how your quality and presentation are perceived by the person reviewing your Drawing. That person reviewing your Drawing could be the person constructing your design, reviewing your design, approving your design. It could easily be the person paying for the design, your client. The Title Block is a very important part of your drawing. GET IT RIGHT!

Make it a BLOCK

Title Block should in the least be a BLOCK. It is right there in the name Title BLOCK . Creating a Title Block should be something well thought out and standardized. All the components of your Title Block should be within the Block definition of that Title Block.

Use good Block creation practices

Insertion Point : The recommended insertion point should be the lower left corner of the sheet size that the Title Block will print to. So if your drawing size is an ARCH D (24×36) Drawing. The insertion point should be 0,0 and the upper limit should be 36,24. You could draw a sheet outline an place it on a no plot layer if desired, but using Paperspace properly will actually show the paper size of the intended sheet.

Margins: Keep in mind you will want a margin on your drawing as well. So the Sheet edges is not the place for Line work or information you want to show up on a Drawing Print. The Left margin is often used for binding a set together and is usually larger thna the other margins. A typical margin set is 1.25″ from the Left, 0.5″ from the right, 0.5″ from the Bottom and 0.5″ from the top. Margins are something that vary quite a bit across title blocks. Find a good margin that works for what your content is. Maximizing your margins as close to the sheet size as possible is not recommended as you will find content loss when a printer or plotter can not print as close to the paper edge as desired.

Rotation: The Title Block Rotation should be appropriate to your industry. My industry the title block is in Landscape, hence the 36,24 for the upper right corner, referenced above. When inserted at 0 rotation the Title Block should come in as desired.

Layers: Your Title Block will be in every Drawing of the project. Keep your layers to a minimum, keep colors, line weights, and linetypes to BYLAYER Settings. This allows for flexibility down the road. Think about plotting, different Color Tables, different Disciplines, Display of certain Title Block Elements…

Use Attributes: Text that is not meant to change in the Title Block can be plain Text, it will remain Static within a block, but attributes are the best things to use for the Dynamic Text content in your Title Block. You can set these up as fields to link these to drawing properties (a common one is to link the filename to the Drawing Number. (This all depends on your document numbering and file naming standards, you have those, right?) Attributes can easily be extracted, linked to properties in Sheet Set Manager or tied to a database system. With consistent data, you could easily generate a Drawing index or Drawing Status Report from that data, directly from your Title Block data! Attribute tags (names) should all be unique.

Text Styles: Non-Standard Fonts are not always available to every user, Try and make use of standard fonts and text styles. Highly recommend setting up and Text Styles specific for your border, so plotting and display are not affected by user updates to body text styles used. If you make use of standard text style for your title block with a different font, you could lose the formatting you had intended. See images below.

Revision Information: Revision History is an important part of a Title Block. Revision History can be part of the Main Title Block or it can be a separate block inserted into a designate are of the Title Block. My personal preference is to keep the Revision History Attribute data associated within the Main Title Block. Just make sure you set your Prompt Order is right.

Attribute Prompt Order: Attributes are great to use, but if your attribute prompt order is all out of whack it may cause frustration and lead to someone just placing text in your border. Not a good idea. When creating your block be sure to select the attributes in the order you want to be prompted for them. If you mess up the order, you can use BATTMAN to adjust the order, just make sure you set this up properly before using the Title Block on several hundred drawings. Keep in mind if you do, you at least can automate updating all those drawings, because you have a standard Title Block.

Drawing Information: Each industry will have its own required data elements. I recommend the following as a minimum.

Drawing Number Revision (current issue of the drawing) Project Name Project Location Project Number Drawing Title Line 1 Drawing Title Line 2 Drawing Title Line 3 Drawing Title Line 4 Scale (Scale Factor of the Drawing) Drawn Date (Date Drawing was started) Drawn By (Initials or name of person that created drawing)

There are many more you could add (approvals, stamped by, engineer…)

Plot Stamp: A plot or file stamp will show some basic information that is useful that may or may not be evident in the title block data. A plot stamp will typically show the date the file was plotted, who it was plotted by, who the file was saved by and when, and sometimes the filename including the path. The plot stamp can easily be static text with fields within the Title Block. It does not have to be an attribute.

Title Block Name: The Name you give your Title Block is important. Use a defining name that uniquely identifies your Title Block. A generic name like “BORDER” could easily be the same as another block, and create a conflict in the drawing. If someone inserts another BORDER block into their drawing and accepts the Re-Define, then your Title Block suddenly looks like whatever the user is inserting. I recommend combining a few things to name your Title Block Name like CompanyName, sheet size, year created. Example : ABCDrafting-ArchD-2020

Logos: Company Logos often make a Title Block look all that more professional. Problem is most Logos are Raster based images. I highly recommend NEVER EVER placing Images in your drawing files. Take the Time to create the Logo in AutoCAD and Create a separate block for the Logo. You can insert the Logo block directly into your Title Block or you can place it in the drawing in an area of the Title Block. Either way works. I personally place it within the Title Block Definition, so it is part of the Title Block. The benefit of having the log as it’s own block means if you ever get a new logo, you simply redefine the block and you are done. Easily automated as well.

Plotting: Your border is intended to plot to a specific size, and it should be plotted to that size. Not “FIT” Your scale should be 1=1, if you are plotting from Paperspace. This insures a scale factor reference is accurate. If you want to plot a drawing to a B-Size printer that is fine “FIT” works for that, but the sheet size for that page layout should properly be set to the drawings actual sheet size. If your drawing Sheet size is ARCH D (24×36) That is the size you should print to, even if you are plotting to a PDF file. Use the correct size, otherwise scaling is inaccurate and could lead to bid or construction errors. A scale bar on the drawing is often helpful in those cases.

Block Size: Your Title Block will be used in all your projects drawings, This could be 10 drawings it could be thousands. When you write the block to a file, you can see how big the file is in Bytes. A typical Drawing size (excluding complicated models) should be around 100-300K including your Title Block. The goal is to make your Title Block as least impactful on the drawing size as possible. A Basic Title Block (without a logo) can be around 30-50K. Adding a logo, depends on the complexity can easily bump that up above 100K. try and avoid that. Work on your logo to adequately show the logo, but also not be over detailed that it affects the drawing size significantly. Purge the Title Block File of anything unused. You can store some standard layers in the Title Block if Desired, just don’t go crazy.

A properly setup Title block can make your life as a Drafter much less complicated and present you and your company in a much more professional way. Quality and consistency start with that Title Block.

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Whenever you’re working on creating drawings for a project, the presentation of these drawings inevitably requires a title block. The mark between a professional’s and amateur’s drawings is usually the professionalism of this title block. There are few key things to keep in mind when adding a title block to your drawings which is what this post is all about.

First of all, likely there are 3 types of title blocks you need in presenting your designs.

Concept or Schematic Title Block

This title block is for those initial presentation documents. When you’re showing a client a mood board, a furniture board, etc., you still need to present certain information to help professionalize these earlier presentations.

Developed Design Title Block

This title block is for those later presentation documents. When you’ve made more specific design decisions, having a more detailed title block will help you record more detailed information to inform the presentation.

Technical Drawings Title Block

When your design is in its final stages, your drawings will be of a more technical nature. These are the drawings you give builders, contractors, cabinet makers, joiners, etc. Therefore, having the technical drawing title block to communicate more of this information can be really helpful not only to you but also to your various trades.

Anatomy of a title block

Key information needs to be on the right-hand or bottom side. The reason for this is binding. You don’t want some important information to get hidden by the binding of your drawing package.

The orientation and size of the title blocks needs to be consistent throughout your presentation, but you can certainly experiment with the orientation and size that works best for you. In most cases, a landscape (horizontally) oriented title block will serve you best as it’s the most often used. However, you may find that a portrait (vertically) oriented title block will serve you best depending on the style of the presentation.

For your concept title blocks, you might only need a small portion of the page to devote to title block information. For developed design packages and technical drawing packages, a larger section of the sheet will be needed to show the relevant information.

Components of a title block

Branding and identity.

Obviously, including your logo and your name as a designer is important. This not only help professionalize your work, but it also ensures you receive credit when credit is due. If it’s your design but the drawing was made by an assistant, you will likely want to include their name as well.

• Your Logo (all versions)
• Designed by: Your name (all versions)
• Drawn by: Your name or an assistant (developed design and technical drawings)

Dates are another key component of your title block. Including the date on the title block ensures there’s a record of when the drawings, presentation, design was made. This is important to include as it impacts revisions and project schedules. Having a record protects yourself from any misunderstandings.

• General date: the date of the presentation of a conceptual package presentation
• Drawing issue dates: really important for developed design and technical drawing packages
• Revision dates and revision numbers: include these when various iterations are being submitted to ensure there’s a record of the sequence of revisions to your design

Project Information

Of course, including project information will be necessary too. You need to make sure your drawings are easily identified to their relevant project.

• Client: it’s usually a good idea to always include the client name on your title blocks even your concept packages
• Project name
• Project address: I would generally include the address more on the developed design packages and technical design packages
• Project number: I would suggest always including this in your file names, but it might only be appropriate to include it on your technical drawing packages

Drawing information

Is it a floor plan, furniture layout, elevation drawings? If there’s a broad description for the drawings that are on that sheet, including that in the title block.

• Drawing titles
• Scales when relevant

Sheet information

In my opinion, the sheet information is one of the most crucial pieces of information on your title block. This helps you organise and keep track of all the drawings and make the package easy to understand. Making it easy for a client or a builder to find information in a drawing package will definitely make the package more effective.

• Sheet number
• Sheet prefix

Lines and Graphic Elements

Title blocks can always have certain graphic elements. It’s a good idea to keep these functional and relatively minimal as it’s most important that the information on the sheet is clear.

• Border lines consider using a border line to keep the drawing information very distinct on the sheet

Additional information

Title blocks certainly give you the opportunity to share additional information in a formalised way.

• Legends – if you’re using symbols in your drawings, your title block may give you the space to include a legend to define each of these symbols.
• Keys – if you’re keying items like furniture or fixtures, consider including the key list in an area in your title block.
• Notes – notes can be an incredibly important inclusion in terms of legality and liability. For example, you may need a note to clarify that the drawings are not intended for construction, or you may wish to have a note regarding copyright. You’ll need to double-check the need for these types of notes depending on the design, your role, your responsibilities, etc.

Hope that offers some clarity regarding title blocks for interior designers.

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When creating a presentation, formatting your slide titles can greatly impact how your audience reads and understands the information presented. Many people default to what’s called “title case,” where each word is capitalized (with some exceptions).

However, others prefer “sentence case,” where only the first letter of the first word is capitalized.

In this post, I’ll explain why I prefer sentence case for slide titles.

Readability matters

While title case can make text look more important, it can also make it harder to read. Imagine reading an entire book in title case – it would be difficult on the eyes. This is where sentence case shines, as people can read it more fluently, which allows the audience to quickly understand each slide’s title.

Try reading this same paragraph in title case!

While Title Case Can Make Text Look More Important, It Can Also Make It Harder to Read. Imagine Reading an Entire Book in Title Case – It Would Be Difficult on the Eyes. This Is Where Sentence Case Shines, as People Can Read It More Fluently, Which Allows the Audience to Quickly Understand Each Slide’s Title.

Not pleasant, right?

Of course, slide titles aren’t that long but even so, you add a small amount of difficulty when you use title case. Across many slides, this can add up to a tiresome experience for your audience.

“A title in title case is said to have more gravitas, and it stands out as a title even without a special design being applied (bold face, large font size, etc.) Sentence case is supposed to be more casual and easier to read.” — from titlecaseconverter.com “In sentence case, the first letter of a sentence and the proper nouns capitalized. It’s considered the most readable form of text.” – from uxdesign.cc

Note about title case: There is some disagreement about exactly which words not to capitalize but everyone agrees that conjunctions and articles are not capitalized. The disagreement applies to prepositions and I follow the rule (called AP Style) that prepositions under five letters are not capitalized and above that they are. For example the word through would be capitalized. But others don’t capitalize any prepositions.

Left-justifying your titles

Another tip to help your audience smoothly read your slide titles is to left justify them. In the past, most PowerPoint themes centered slide titles by default. However, with left justification, each slide’s title always starts at the same place, making it easier for the audience to know where to start reading. While most people may not consciously notice this, it can make the process of reading slide after slide more comfortable and easier on the brain.

To left justify your titles, it’s best to use the Slide Master.

• Choose View, Slide Master.
• Scroll up to the top, larger layout.
• Click inside the slide title to select the title placeholder.
• Click the Home tab from within Slide Master view.
• In the Paragraph group, click the Align Left icon

To left justify an individual slide’s title, just click inside the title placeholder and in the Paragraph group, click the Align Left icon.

Top justification for consistency

In the same way, top justification can help ensure consistency throughout your presentation. When your titles are all the same length, it may not make much difference. However, if some are one line and others are two lines, with the default middle justification, the first line of the title will move upward and not be in the same place. By top justifying your titles, they will always start in the same place, making it easier on the eyes and the brain.

To top-justify your titles, it’s best to use the Slide Master.

• Right-click on the edge of the title placeholder and choose Format Shape from the menu that appears.
• In the Format Shape sidebar that appears, choose Text Options (1), then choose Textbox (2).
• From the Vertical Alignment drop-down, choose Top (3).

Of course, there are times when centering or right-justifying titles may be appropriate, such as for emphasis or when changing topics. However, for consistency and readability, I recommend keeping the majority of your titles left and top justified.

While title case may look more important, sentence case along with left-justified, top-justified titles can make your presentation more readable and easier to understand. By making small changes to your formatting, you can help your audience retain more information and engage with your message.

Try reformatting a presentation in this way and see if it looks better. Try it out on a real audience, too!

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You’ve put in the effort, crafting each slide of your PowerPoint presentation, but somehow, it’s not resonating as you intended. The challenge? It’s often not just the content, but how it’s introduced.

Imagine your key messages failing to engage, your audience’s focus drifting. This scenario is all too familiar and can be disheartening.

The solution lies in the power of action titles. In our article, we delve into how these compelling titles can transform your slides, making them not just informative, but impactful. You’ll discover how to create titles that capture attention, ensure clarity, and effectively guide your audience through your presentation. Prepare to elevate your slides from overlooked to outstanding.

What are Action Titles?

An action title is a slide title that’s worded to reflect the key takeaway or ‘so what’ of the slide. Creating attractive titles is one of the most critical components of generating effective slides. These titles serve as guideposts and give them a basis for understanding the information. The most significant part of the slide is the action title, which is formulated as a brief, basic statement. It should ideally be the key takeaway or so ‘what’ of the slide, and if done correctly, helps the viewer to get the primary message of the slide by merely reading the title. It is referred to as an ‘action’ title because it aggressively informs the viewer of the main takeaway. Conventional slide titles, on the other hand, merely summarise the content of a slide.

The Importance of Action Titles

• Action Titles build Expectations: Action titles are one of the best ways to create and build the expectations of your audience. To ensure that the audience understands the content completely, keep the titles clear, concise, and short. Using unclear or abstract language can lead to audience disappointment.
• Showcase Clear Communication: Using action titles also allows you to showcase your communication skills and understand what the slide is about and why it’s important. Strong written and verbal communication are highly regarded business skills and an important building block of your professional success.
• Enhance Retention: Action titles that are memorable and relevant can help the audience remember the information presented. Well-written titles can stick in the audience’s mind.
• Cohesive storyline: They help to tie the entire presentation together in a cohesive story. They serve a roadmap for your presentation, assisting both you and your audience in following the core logic and arguments. In the end, understand any suggestions or recommendations for further action that you might make.

Best practices for writing action titles

Following are a few key principles that you can use and write good action titles:

Be specific, not generic: Inconsistent or generic action titles can dilute your message and fail to clearly communicate the main points. Make sure your so-whats are actually insightful. Don’t use obvious truths in your action titles . Your titles should be direct and measurable, with no room for ambiguity. Instead of generic terms, embrace specificity. Whether it’s “zoom” instead of a “move” or it’s a “sprint” instead of a “run” being specific adds a layer of intrigue that entices readers.

Keep it short or concise: They should be short and to the point. They should ideally fit within one or two lines, with a maximum of 15 words. Don’t use a title that is more than two lines long and strive for conciseness without sacrificing clarity or impact.

Too wordy: The new marketing plan executed by the company has increased sales by 15% in 2023 as compared to the previous year

Concise: Sales have increased by 15% in 2023

Use an active voice, not a passive voice : Avoid passive statements or verbs in favor of words that invoke a sense of action.

Passive: The structure of the holding company is determined by the Logistics Group.

Active: The Logistics Group determines the structure of the holding company.

Prioritize simplicity: The primary goal of a title is to effectively communicate. Focus on creating titles that accurately convey your message with precision.

Complex: Through cost reduction, an earnings improvement potential of 7 million USD can be generated.

Simple: Cost reduction leads to an improvement in earnings of 7 million USD.

Examine your insights: Write something insightful or nuanced. Similarly, make time-bound action titles where possible.

Action Titles for Presentations Slides

The best practice when creating perfect titles is to write them as the first step to creating an engaging and creative Action Title PowerPoint presentation for your audience. Let’s discuss some guidelines to help you create the best:

Determine Core Message: Clearly define the main message of your slide or section before crafting an action title. Determine the key takeaway for your audience, ensuring it is the focal point that they should remember.

Create or Formulate the Title:   Based on the core message, create an action title as if doing a voice-over. Write this down as the action title.

Refine the Title: Refinement is crucial. Ensure the title is clear and understandable as a stand-alone sentence. Use active language that conveys insight. Refer to examples and best practices for guidance on creating effective action titles.

Trim Content for Focus: This step enhances the effectiveness of your presentation. Review the slide’s content and assess whether it directly supports the core message. Remove any irrelevant information and streamline the content to reinforce the main idea.

When starting a new presentation, prioritize crafting action titles as the first step. This ensures cohesion and clarity from the beginning, preventing unnecessary work on slides that may not be used.

Pick a Storyline Framework: Choose an overarching framework for your presentation’s storyline, such as SCQA or Past → Present → Future. This provides a structured narrative for your entire deck.

Divide A4 Page: Divide each A4 page into four sections, representing individual slides, and create concise action titles of fewer than 15 words for each slide. These titles encapsulate the essence of each slide, contributing to a clear and cohesive storyline.

Outline Supporting Data: Plan the type of supporting data needed for each slide, whether it’s graphs, tables, or bullet points. This initial outline provides a starting point for prioritizing data and analyses during the project.

Create a Draft Presentation and review the Entire Storyline: Build a draft presentation in PowerPoint with blank slides, featuring only titles and descriptions of supporting data. Adjust slide titles based on best practices as you organize the content. Zoom out and read through the entire presentation by focusing only on the slide titles. Ensure the storyline makes sense, and identify any slides that feel redundant or off.

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Mastering the art of crafting captivating action titles can elevate your PowerPoint presentations to new heights. These titles are more than just headings; they are catalysts for engagement, clarity, and motivation. By implementing action titles, you can transform your presentations, taking them from standard to stand out, and ensuring they leave a lasting, impactful impression on your audience.

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Client presentation | Use Titleblocks and firm Logo's for more professional looking sampleboards

When using a drafting program such as AutoCAD or ArchiCAD you typically have a page template that includes the following:

• Job title/project title ( in this case "Gelissimo Gelato")
• Client name
• Address (site position)
• 'Drawn by' name (designers initials, so other people on the project has a reference if they need to query something)
• Note ( as the designer you need to notify if the page is not to scale, or any additional information that's important when reading/viewing the drawing)
• Title of the page ( Sampleboard/Scheme design/Concept)
• Drawing number (this helps with filing the physical plans/sketches in a physical library or electronically in your project folder)
• Firm/company logo with name, address and contact details (usually sits either on the left or right-hand side of the template)

This type of template is standard practice in any architectural or interior design firm. It allows for order, referencing and can range from a complete project drawing package that includes architectural layouts, detail drawings, shop fitting details, elevations, sections, lighting layouts, plumbing layouts etc.to concept scheme ideas and sampleboards.

The reason for this brief introduction to title block template is that I wanted to demonstrate how it lifts the overall feel of your sampleboard to one that can easily be used in a client presentation along with your professional drawing sets. It can form a complete entity which in turn creates a more professional client pitch or presentation.

We are constantly improving and adding to the functionality and features at SampleBoard.com , as well as ensuring it’s an inspiring space from which you can create and interact. We are working on bringing you easy-to-use titleblock templates soon.

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5 Sites With Free Template Title Blocks to Download

It is important to make CAD drawings presentable for both presentations and printing purposes. And one of the ways of doing so is by incorporating a neat title block in the drawing sheet where you place your CAD drawing. 

A Title Block holds important information to help the person using the drawing for construction or machining to understand things like the scale used in the engineering drawing , the type of units used in dimensions, the type of material used, whether the design has been verified by engineers and whether there are any revisions among other things.

However, drawing a title block from scratch may cost a CAD designer precious time especially when dealing with assembly drawings, which include drawings of more than one component. CAD designers can download free title blocks online to avoid wasting time drawing the title blocks from scratch.

We shall look at 5 sites that offer free title block templates for CAD designers in this post. However, before we get into listing the sites, it is important to understand several issues about title blocks to understand what you should be looking for when downloading the free title blocks from the sites. We shall first shed some light on what title blocks are, different types of title blocks, and different sizes and locations of title blocks within a CAD drawing.

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What is a Title Block in CAD?

A title block is a neatly arranged area on a CAD drawing sheet that contains specific information about the 2D drawing or 3D model that appears on that particular drawing sheet.

Different CAD applications come with different types of title block layouts placed in different templates.  Most of these templates place the title block at the bottom right corner of the drawing sheet and also include a border that extends along the edges of the drawing sheet.

5 Sites Where You Can Download Free Title Blocks

Considering the information provided in the above sections, one can comfortably look for a free title block to download online. Below are 5 websites that offer free title blocks:

DWGfree website offers free title block templates for AutoCAD .DWG files to save engineers and designers from unnecessary work designing and configuring title blocks and rather concentrate on designing and drawing.

You can download, open, save, copy and edit any of the AutoCAD title blocks that are freely downloadable on this website.

You can use the search box to search for any title block template on this site.

Figure 4. Preview of a Title Blocks Layout in metric in DWGfree website ( source )

2. Yourspreadsheets

The Yourspreadsheets site provides architects, civil engineers, contractors, structural engineers, and homeowners with free DWT title block formats.

These free title blocks can be downloaded and used on both personal and commercial projects. They are named in various names that start with the term “Mr.” then followed by a descriptive word that gives an insight into what the title block looks like. Examples of title blocks include Mr. Elegant, Mr. Rounded corners, Mr. Simple and Mr. Bubble

Figure 5. Example of Mr. Elegant’s free Title Block Template on Yourspreadsheets website ( source )

3. CADforum

The CADforum website offers free title blocks for drawing drawn using Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, AutoCAD LT, Revit, Fusion 360, and other 2D and 3D Autodesk CAD applications. The title block templates are available in IPT, DWG, F3D, and RFA file formats.

Figure 6. Screenshot of the CADforum website

4. FreeCADs

The FreeCADs website provides free title blocks in DWG formats. However, the current offering from this site is extremely limited. Perhaps more will be added soon. 

5. DRAFTSPERSON.NET

The Draftsperson website provides two metric title block templates. One for A1 sheets and the other for A3 sheets. The free title blocks come in DWG file formats.

Figure 7. A screenshot of the free Title Blocks on the draftsperson.net website

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. what should be included in a title block.

You should include the following information in your title block:

• Title of the project (drawing that appears on the drawing sheet),
• The designer’s name, the client’s name,
• The address of the site to which the drawing is to be used, the drawing date,
• The author’s name,
• Checker’s name (mostly an engineer that checks and verified that the design is okay),
• Revision information,
• The sheet number,
• The scale used for the drawing on the sheet,
• Type of units used in dimensioning,
• The components used in case the drawing is an assembly and the respective materials for the different components.

You can add any other information depending on what your organization or company requires.

2. What should you consider when creating a title block?

A good Title Block should have consistency in appearance and information and should allow the person using the sheet drawing to easily implement the information provided on the title block and drawing. 

A CAD drawing provided to a machinist in a machine shop, for example, should have the dimensions,  engineering tolerances , and type of units used in dimensioning well indicated to enable the machinist to properly machine the desired product/component.

3. How do you make a simple title block in AutoCAD?

There are two methods of making a title block in AutoCAD. One is by creating your own title block right from scratch and saving it as a template for future reference and the other by using any preexisting title block template. for purposes of making a simple title block in AutoCAD, you can use the preexisting templates. AutoCAD comes with several templates that cut across different fields. 

To start click the AutoCAD logo in the top left corner of your screen and click on New in the drop-down menu that opens. A box will open in the center of the screen titled ‘Select Template’. Choose the template that you feel best fits your project.

When done,  go over to the Model Tab by clicking the Model tab at the bottom left corner of the screen and make whichever drawing or model you want. After you finish making your drawing in the model tab, go to your Layout view and open the Layout tab in the Ribbon, and in the ‘Layout Viewports’ panel, click ‘Rectangular’. You should see a clear layout page (it could have grids depending on your AutoCAD settings) with a title block at the bottom right corner.

Click and drag to create a Viewport so that you have a model on your layout page. To edit the properties of the title block, click the AutoCAD logo at the top-left of your screen, then click ‘Drawing Utilities’, and finally click ‘Drawing Properties.’

Now go ahead and complete the properties that are relevant to your drawing.

4. What is the standard title block format?

There are two title block formats used in CAD and they include:

• A CAD block that is placed within the drawing sheet file 
• An xreffed file

The most commonly used format is the CAD block and it is placed at the bottom right corner of a sheet as a table. 

An xreffed file is a file that refers to another CAD file containing information about a specific drawing. It is commonly referred to as an XRef, external reference, or block reference file. And it is possible to XRef a CAD file that also XRef another CAD drawing.

5. What is the best title block size to use?

Title blocks may just occupy a box corner on the bottom right corner of the drawing sheet though at times they tend to extend along the right edge of the drawing sheet depending on the amount of information it contains. As a result, when placing CAD drawing on drawing sheets, designers and engineers should ensure they leave enough room on the right side to accommodate the title block.

Though some templates may not include a border that extends around the four edges of the drawing sheet, a good title block template should include a border. The border helps in ensuring that the paper prints are properly printed without the drawing becoming bound out of alignment . Therefore, it is important to keep this in consideration even when looking for free title blocks to download.

The other thing to consider is the size of the title block. Generally, title blocks come in three different categories depending on their sizes determined by the different CAD drawing sizes. These categories include:

i.  Title Blocks used for A, B, C, and G size drawings

Figure 1. Example of a Title Block for A, B, C, and G drawing sizes ( source )

ii. Title Blocks for D, E, F, H, J, and K size drawings

Figure 2. Example of a Title Block for D, E, F, H, J, and K drawing sizes ( source )

iii. Vertical Title Blocks

Figure 3. Examples of Vertical Title Blocks ( source )

Below are two tables showing the dimensions of the different CAD drawing sizes, which should assist in determining which title block to use for your drawing

Table 1. Showing the different size categories of Standard US engineering drawings

Table 1. Showing the different size categories of Standard US architectural drawings 

Vertical Title Blocks are preferred for D to K drawings.

6. How do you insert a drawing border with a title block?

To insert a drawing border with a title block in AutoCAD, for example, open up a blank drawing and click on the “Layout” tab in the bottom left corner. Then Right-click on “Layout 1” and select “Page Setup Manager.”

Then click “Modify” after which a pop-up window should appear. The most important thing to pay attention to in the pop-up window is the paper size that you intend to use. By default, the paper size is set at (8.5 x 11 inches), so be sure to set it up so that it matches the size of the Title Block template.

Then select “Landscape” on the Drawing Orientation panel and click “OK”. 

Now click on the “Insert” tab and then click the “Insert” button on the far left side. From the pop-up menu, click on “Browse” and select your template. You should leave all the check boxes as they are apart from checking the “Specify on-screen” box after which you should click “OK.”

Drag to position the Title Block and left-click to put it in place once you are certain it is where you want it to be. You should take note of the dashed line since it represents the print border; you should position the Title Block within it.

You do not have to draw title blocks from scratch when putting your CAD drawing in drawing sheets for presentation or printing. There are hundreds if not thousands of free title blocks that you can download online, especially from the websites that we have highlighted in the above section.

Downloading free Title Block Templates saves you time and ensures that you use standard title block formats recognized worldwide since most of the available title blocks are designed in standard formats.

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To enable you to work with a master thesis on a theme from environmental sociology ... main authors and contributions catton, dunlap, buttel, mol, beck, giddens ... – powerpoint ppt presentation.

• Teacher Karl Bruckmeier
• Language English
• Time January March 2014
• I invite you to learn environmental sociology
• in a course of 2 months (6 weeks teaching and training to work in English language 2 weeks for writing a sociological essay as exam essay)
• English is the language for working in the course, but you are not supposed to speak English perfectly for the beginning it is sufficient to read English texts. How to present and discuss texts orally (in small wor-king groups), how to formulate a research question and problem, how to write a short sociological essay in English - this is trained in the course 2
• 1. Learning to answer the principal questions of environmental sociology from the scientific literature we read and discuss, but connecting this knowledge with your own thoughts and ideas
• 2. To enable you to work with a master thesis on a theme from environmental sociology or other sociological fields (environmental sociology touches many other sociological sub-disciplines and themes e.g. political and economic sociology, socio-logy of social movements, sociology of risk, a series of sociological theories, and more interdisciplinary themes studied in sociology and other disciplines lifestyles and consumption, urbanization, technology
• each part with 6 sessions (lectures, discussions and workshops/seminars)
• Part 1 introduction
• Environmental sociology history and development
• (origins, approaches, methods, authors, neighbour disciplines)
• Part 2 deepening
• Environmental sociology - themes and problems
• (pollution, resource scarcity, energy systems, global environmental change climate change sustainable development - a solution?) 4
• 1. History and development of environmental sociology since the 1970s (USA, Western Europe, Russia)
• 2. Scientific context approaches, methods, theories
• 3. Main authors and contributions Catton, Dunlap, Buttel, Mol, Beck, Giddens, Schnaiberg, Foster, Rice, Yanitsky
• 4. Neighbour disciplines human/cultural/social ecology, environmental economics, environmental history
• 1. Basic themes
• awareness/attitudes, value changes new social and environmental movements environmental policy ecological modernization of economy
• 2. Interdisciplinary themes
• natural resource use and its effects poverty, population growth, development Malthusian questions
• 3. Environmental problems and risks
• environmental problems in history and in modern societies - agricultural and industrial pollution, deforestation, desertification
• 4. Global environmental problems in 21st century and potential solutions
• changes in climate, land use, biodiversity ecological distribution conflicts North/South renewable energy sources, sustainable development - our common future
• Basic training of scientific work in English language
• 1. Reading and analysing scientific texts
• 2. Oral presentation and discussion of scientific
• literature (in working groups)
• 3. Basic academic writing sociological essays
• How to work with the main questions of environmental sociology and finding answers to them
• 1. Why should environmental themes and problems be studied in sociology?
• 2. What can sociology say about the interaction between man/individual, nature and society?
• 3. What does it mean that nature and environmental problems are socially constructed?
• 4. How did modern societies change nature, especially in 20th century?
• 5. What can sociology say about climate change, energy and resource use problems and their solution?
• 6. What is specific with environmental problems in Russia?
• 1. Lectures all with power point slides which you receive after the lecture, guided discussions of course literature
• 2. Individual reading and analyzing of scientific texts (all course literature - 3 books and about 30 articles - is handed out to you in electronic copies, you do not need to buy course literature)
• 3. Small working groups to discuss the course literature and to present selected texts from the course literature in the workshops
• 5. The examination includes (a) active participation in all lectures and sessions, (b) short oral presentation (by working groups) of texts in the workshops, (c) short individual essay
• A detailed course plan with all information about sessions, course literature, working methods, criteria for examination and grading will be available for all participants at the beginning of the course

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