Drawing Types

Question 1

Waste, vent and water piping plan views, details, riser diagrams and fixture schedules. Occasionally these include fire protection/sprinkler piping.

Answer 1

Plumbing drawing

Question 2

Typically include duct work, HVAC piping and equipment schedules.

Answer 2

Mechanical drawing

Question 3

For plumbers these show drain and fixture locations. Also includes wall/partition locations, ceiling heights, door locations and window locations. Partition, ceiling, floor, door and window schedules are included along with building elevation views.

Answer 3

Architectural drawing

Question 4

These show the location concrete and steel beams and columns. Column and beam schedules show the type and size. openings for shafts are included on these drawings.

Answer 4

Structural drawing

Question 5

These show the location of large electrical conduits and cabinets as well as light fixture schedules. Occasionally data and phone lines are included on these drawings.

Answer 5

Electrical drawing