Digital Graphics 1 Final Study Guide Flashcards
T or F:
Extension and dimension lines are drawn thin and dark so they do not detract from the overall appearance and balance of the drawing.
True
T or F:
Material that is in front of the viewing plane can be seen.
This Question is repeated twice on the study guide!`
False
it cannot be seen.
Multiple Choice
The ____ is the system placed on the ground and used to support the building.
Foundation
Multiple Choice
A(n) ____ is a horizontal intersection between two or more roof planes and represents the highest point of a roof.
Ridge
T or F:
An advantage of using CADD dimensions is that they are always accurate.
True
T or F:
Various degrees of detailed representation may be needed for millwork, depending on its complexity and the design specifications.
True
T or F:
For interior dimension strings, it is preferable to place a single string through dimension points.
True
Multiple Choice:
Most land-related plans such as construction site plans are drawn using the ____ scale.
Civil Engineer’s
T or F:
Construction methods and materials can reduce sound transmission into the building.
True
T or F:
Elevations are an essential part of the design and drawing process.
True
Multiple Choice:
___ is an outdoor water faucet to which a garden hose may be attached.
Hose Bibb
Multiple Choice
____ are the minimum distance from the property lines to the front, rear, and sides of the structure.
Setbacks
Multiple Choice
____ is any item that is considered finish trim or finish woodwork.
This Question is repeated on the study guide!
Millwork
Multiple Choice
The location on the floor plan where a cross section is taken is identified with symbols known as
___ lines.
Cutting plane
T or F:
Foot units are followed by the “ symbol, and inch units are followed by the ‘ symbol.
False;
Foot Units = ‘
Inch Units = “
T or F:
Wall sections are the result of passing the viewing plane through a portion of a structure to reveal the construction materials and methods being used.
This question is a trick question that is worded differently!
True;
This is referencing a Partial Section drawing.
A Wall Section is a Partial Section in all technicality.
Multiple Choice
____ is a universal graphic language that uses lines, symbols, dimensions, and notes to describe a structure to be built
Drafting
T or F:
Building sections are the result of passing the viewing plane through a structure to reveal the basic construction methods being used.
True
Multiple Choice
____ provide the measurements used for construction.
Dimensions
Multiple Choice
The viewing plane is referred to as a(n) ____ plane.
This question is repeated twice on the study guide!
Cutting
Multiple Choice
Most architectural dimensions are terminated with ____ marks.
Tick
T or F:
Opinions vary with regard to how walls are drawn on a floor plan.
True
T or F:
In most cases, plumbing drawings are found as an individual component of the complete set of plans for a commercial building.
True
T or F:
Cabinet construction is an element of the final details of a structure known as millwork.
This Question is repeated twice on the study guide!
True
Multiple Choice
The ____ are a group of drawings that show the exterior of a building.
Elevations
Multiple Choice
____ are drawn to show the vertical relationships of the structural materials called for on the floor,framing, roof, and foundation plans.
This Question is repeated twice on the study guide!
Sections
Multiple Choice
A ____ section is produced when the cutting plane is parallel to the long axis of the structure
Longitudinal
Multiple Choice
___ doors are used when it is desirable to have a door that may be half open and half closed.
Dutch
Multiple Choice
A ____ is an area of land generally one plot or construction lot in size.
Site
T or F:
Thin lines in a drawing are less important than thick lines.
False;
They are not necessarily less important than thick line but they can be subordinate for identification purposes.
T or F:
The triangular architect’s scale contains 15 different scales.
False, 11
Multiple Choice
Elevations are typically drawn at the same scale as the ____ plan.
Floor plans
Multiple Choice
In architectural drafting the outline lines—or ____ lines, as they are commonly called—are a specific thickness so they stand out from other lines, as they form the outline of views.
Object Lines
Multiple Choice
In mechanical drafting, dashed lines are called ____ lines.
Hidden
T or F:
Often the roof can present a larger visible surface area than the walls.
True
Multiple Choice
The dimensioning system most commonly used in architectural drafting is known as ____ dimensioning.
Aligned
Multiple Choice
____ drawings are enlarged views of equipment, equipment installations, duct components, or
any features that are not defined on the plan.
Detailed
T or F:
Floor plans are not a necessary element in a complete set of architectural drawings.
False;
They are a key element in a complete set of drawings
T or F:
Break lines are used to remove a portion of an object, to show a partial view, or to shorten a long object.
True
Multiple Choice
A ____ section is a section that does not go completely through the structure.
Partial
T or F:
The front view is usually most important because it is the one from which the other views are established.
True
Multiple Choice
A ____ plan is used to show the shape of the roof.
Roof
Multiple Choice
____ are construction drawings that generally show existing and proposed topography.
Grading Plan
Multiple Choice
In architectural drafting, it is common to prepare construction drawings showing two-dimensional exterior views of a structure that provide representations of exterior materials called ___
Elevations
Multiple Choice
The HVAC system is also referred to as the ____ system of the building, providing heat, fresh or conditioned air, and ventilation.
Mechanical
T or F:
The type of section to be drawn will dictate the amount of information to be displayed and how the material will be represented.
This Question is repeated twice on the study guide!
True
Multiple Choice
A roof ____ plan shows the size and direction of the construction members that are required to frame the roof.
Framing
Multiple Choice
A(n) ____ is a measurement of electrical current flow.
Ampere
T or F:
Site orientation is one of the preliminary factors that an architect or designer takes into consideration when beginning the design process.
True
T or F:
The CADD workstation is different from the traditional manual drafting table.
True
Multiple Choice
____ are placed at the intersection of walls and floors and are generally used for appearance and to protect the wall from damage.
Baseboards
T or F:
Heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) is the terminology used to refer to the industry that deals with the heating and air-conditioning equipment and systems found in a building.
True
Multiple choice
____ is drawing without the aid of drafting equipment
Sketching
T or F:
A reflected ceiling plan (RCP) is a drawing that shows the features located on the ceiling of a room or space.`
True
T or F:
Isometric drawings can be used to provide a two-dimensional representation of a plumbing layout.
False;
They Create a 3 -dimensional representation of a plumbing layout.
T or F:
Site plan requirements vary by jurisdiction, such as city, county, or state.
True
Multiple Choice
A ____ is a map of part of a city or township showing some specific area, such as a subdivision made up of several individual lots.
Plat
Multiple Choice:
___ are the vertical construction members used for framing walls and partitions.
Studs
T or F:
Near the end of the design process, the architect or drafter may have to implement design changes based on the final HVAC drawing.
This question is worded differently.
False;
The Final Step of the Design Process, drafter only
Multiple Choice
The ____ is the horizontal edge of a roof that extends past the exterior wall.
This one is worded differently. It could be 1 of 2 answers.
Eave or Overhang
Multiple Choice
The term ____ is commonly used in architectural CADD applications to refer to any text, notes, dimensions, and text symbols on a drawing.
Annotation
Multiple Choice
A ___ closet is a toilet or a room equipped with a toilet.
Water
T or F:
The building section shows more details about materials and methods than the wall section.
False;
It only shows more when the details aren’t called out on the wall section.
