Blueprint Flashcards
Point of beginning
Mark on the plot plan, indicating the start point for laying out the lot
Elevation is the height of a surface above
Sea level
What are contour lines?
Irregular curve lines, connecting parts of the same elevation
Contour lines that are close together, indicate a Whattt slope
Steep
Section
Shows a cross section as of the building we’re being sliced open to reveal the skeleton
Details
Blown up, zoomed in views of various items to show a closer view 
Section reference line
 Plans or elevations to identify the sections being viewed
Shows a horizontal cut through 4 to 5 feet above the floor
Floor plan
Shows a horizontal cut through the foundation walls
Foundation plan
Show support beams and girders
Framing plan
Shows information about the lot
Plot plan
Shows a skeleton view
Section plan
Shows shapes and finishes of all sides of the exterior building
Elevation plan
Show small parts drawn at a large scale
Detailed plan
Used to conserve space on floor plans
Schedules
Shows the direction of sloping ground
Plot plan
Shows location of windows and doors
Foundation plan, and floor plan
Shows direction of footings
Foundation plan
Shows the size direction and spacing of framing members
 Framing, plan and foundation plan
Shows kitchen and bathroom views
Elevations
Uses symbols with letters or numbers to refer you to the appropriate page
Detail plan
Shows property, lines and direction
Plot plan
Gives detailed information about sizes and types of windows or doors going to be installed
 Schedules
Shows the location and dimensions of walls in partitions
Foundation plan, and floor plan