Line C Flashcards
List three types of single-line diagrams.
Schematic, block, riser
Which of the following is not a single line diagram?
a. block diagram
b. riser diagram
c. wiring diagram
d. one-line diagram
c. wiring diagram
The main function of a block diagram is to show
a. how to wire a circuit
b. where to install the electrical blocks
c. the major components in the circuit
d. how the circuit works
c. the major components in the circuit
A power riser diagram is used to:
identify the power source for a circuit.
show the incremental power increases within a circuit.
identify electrical devices on each floor of a building.
show how electrical power is distributed throughout a building.
show how electrical power is distributed throughout a building.
List three conventions for designing a schematic diagram (LT6, ST2)
Show the power source at the top of the page
Arrange the components from left to right
Identify each of the components with a reference designation
The main function of a schematic diagram is to show:
a. how to wire a circuit
b. where to install the electrical blocks
c. the major components in the circuit
d. how the circuit works
d. how the circuit works
A schematic diagram shows the electrical relationship between components in a circuit, while a wiring diagram shows how components are actually wired.
true
In order to convert a wiring diagram into a schematic diagram, what is a preferred method of identifying the various wires? (LT6, ST2)
Use a numbering system to identify each of the wires and associated terminals
The main function of a wiring diagram is to show:
a. how to wire a circuit
b. where to install the electrical blocks
c. the major components in the circuit
d. how the circuit works
a. how to wire a circuit
The main advantage of a wiring diagram over a schematic diagram is that it is simpler.
True or False?
False
What is the main advantage of a pictorial drawing? (LT7, ST3)
The main advantage of a pictorial drawing is that it gives a quick mental image of what an object actually looks like.
What is the schematic symbol for a single cell battery?
-I I-
Name the three main types of pictorial drawings. (LT7 ST3)
oblique
isometric
perspective
What is a two-point perspective? (LT7, ST3)
a perspective with two vanishing points
Because of certain advantages, what type of pencil is often preferred for drawing diagrams
Mechanical pencil
Indicate which of the following attributes apply to pictorial drawings and which apply to two-dimensional orthographic projections. (LT7, ST3)
a. shows object as it really appears
b. distorts at least part of an object
c. shows only one surface at a time
d. shows the true shape of an object
Pictorial drawing:
a. shows object as it really appears
b. distorts at least part of an object
Two-dimensional (Orthographic) drawing:
c. shows only one surface at a time
d. shows the true shape of an object
When drawing lines on diagrams such as schematics, what is the significance of a dashed line
It signifies a mechanical linkage or physical connection between components
To describe an object using two-dimensional orthographic projections, how many views are used? (LT7, ST3)
a. two
b. three
c. four
d. six
e. as many as needed
e. as many as needed
When drawing lines on diagrams such as schematics, what is the significance of a Heavy (thicker) line
Used for emphasis, such as a power circuit line compared to a control circuit line
What is an orthographic projection? (LT7, ST3)
An orthographic projection is a drawing that combines the top, front, left side, right side, back, and bottom views of an object on a single page.
Because orthographic projections are drawn to scale, it is not necessary to include dimensions. (LT7, ST3)
False
What is a template used for?
Used for drawing symbols, shapes or letters on a diagram
What is the significance of using a dot when drawing lines on a diagram?
signifies an electrical connection of multiple lines on a diagram
To show the information needed to actually fabricate an object, the best type of drawing is a(n): (LT7, ST3)
a. oblique pictorial
b. one-point perspective
c. orthographic projection
d. isometric pictorial
e. two-point perspective
c. orthographic projection
In electronic diagrams, what does a ground symbol signify?
used to identify a common point or connection within the circuit diagram
What is meant by a reference designation?
the use of a letter to identify a specific component in a diagram (often with an added number when there is more than one similar component)
From an electrician’s point of view, the main use of orthographic projection is for: (LT7, ST3)
a. detail drawings
b. plan drawings
c. schematic drawings
d. pictorial drawings
a. detail drawings
What is another name for a wiring diagram?
connection diagram
What are the two different types of wiring diagrams commonly used?
point-to-point and highway (trunk-line) type diagram
If a scale of 1:10 is used, the “1” represents the _____ (drawing or object?)
and the “10” represents the _____ (drawing or object?) . (LT8, ST4)
1 = drawing 10 = actual object
What type of letters are normally used as a convention for drawings?
(LT8, ST4)
CAPITAL LETTERS
For drawings of most objects, what are the three types of dimensions?
(LT8, ST4)
size dimensions, location dimensions, and notation dimensions
list three conventions for designing a schematic diagram
Show the power source at the top of the page
arrange the components from left to right
identify each of the components with a reference designation
in order to convert a wiring diagram into a schematic diagram, what is a preferred method of identifying the various wires?
Use a numbering system to identify each of the wires and associated terminals
What is the main advantage of a pictorial drawing?
The main advantage of a pictorial drawing is that it gives a quick mental image of what an object actually looks like.
Name three main types of pictorial drawings
Oblique
isometric
perspective
What is a two-point perspective?
A perspective with two vanishing points
Indicate which of the following attributes apply to pictorial drawings and which apply to two-dimensional orthographic projections.
a. shows object as it really appears
b. distorts at least part of an object
c. shows only one surface at a time
d. shows the true shape of an object
a = Pictorial b = Pictorial
c= two dimensional d= two dimensional
What is a working drawing? (LT9, ST5)
A working drawing is a drawing or a set of drawings that provides all of the information required to construct, assemble and take a project from start to finish.
to describe an object using two dimensional orthographic projections, how many views are used?
a. two
b. three
c. four
d. six
e. as many as needed
e. as many as needed
What is a detail drawing? (LT9, ST5)
A detail drawing provides the dimensions, views and notations to construct an object.
what is an orthographic projection?
an orthographic projection is a drawing that combines the top, front, left side, right side, back, and bottom views of an object on a single page.
Because orthographic projections are drawn to scale it is not necessary to include dimensions.
False
What is an assembly drawing? (LT9, ST5)
An assembly drawing provides a list of the parts and the views illustrating how the parts are put together to assemble an item.
to show the information needed to actually fabricate an object the best type of drawing is a (n):
a. oblique pictorial
b. one-point perspective
c. orthographic projection
d. isometric pictorial
e. two-point perspective
c. orthographic projection
A book is to a table of contents as a set of construction prints is to a(n): (LT11, ST7)
a. title block
b. note
c. index page
d. schedule
c. index page
What would a drawing numbered E3 be? (LT11, ST7)
the third drawing in the electrical division
Where would you look to find the name of the consulting engineer?
(LT11, ST7)
a. Index page
b. Notes
c. Title block
d. Specifications
c. Title block
1 If a scale of 1:10 is used, the “1” represents the (drawing or object?)
2 and the “10” represents the (drawing or object?)
1 = Drawing
2=object
what type of letters are normally used as a convention for drawings?
Capital letters
Where would you look to find the date that the most recent changes were made to a drawing? (LT11, ST7)
the top line of the revision box
for drawings of most objects, what are the three types of dimensions?
size dimension
location dimension
notation dimension
What is meant by the phrase “scaling the drawing”? (LT11, ST7)
Scaling the drawing means to find a dimension by measuring directly from a drawing and multiplying by the ratio used in the drawing scale.
What is the difference between a bay line and a grid line? (LT11, ST7)
Grid lines are evenly spaced to form a network of guidelines that appear on each drawing in the set of prints, while bay lines are often irregularly spaced to tie into particular features of the structure itself.
what is a working drawing?
a working drawing is a drawing or a set of drawings that provides all of the information required to construct assemble and take a project from start to finish
what is a detail drawing?
a detail drawing provides the dimensions, views and notations to construct an object
What is an assembly drawing?
an assembly drawing provides a list of the parts and the views illustrating how the parts are put together to assemble an item
what is the main purpose of a construction drawing?
the main purpose of a construction drawing is to convey information about how something is to be built or installed
Which option best describes a hidden line? (LT11, ST7)
a. thick solid line
b. thin broken line with equal dashes
c. thin broken line with unequal dashes
d. thin broken line with alternating long and short dashes
e. thin broken line with alternating dots and dashes
b. thin broken line with equal dashes
A line used to show that part of a view has been removed (usually because there is not enough room to show it all) is the: (LT11, ST7)
a. short break line
b. long break line
c. leader line
d. cut line
e. extension line
b. long break line