Module 1.2 Reading and Interpreting drawings

Question 1

Different types of line used in drawings: What is a dotted line for?

Answer 1

Anything that is invisible. Unseen.

Question 2

What is the order of procedures suggested for reading a set of drawings?

Answer 2

1. Read title block first to learn what the drawing is about.
2. Find north arrow to orient yourself.
3. Pay attention to the sequence of building between the large group of plans.
4. Check the floor plan and the foundation plan.
5. Check floor and wall and all other interior construction
6. Study features that extend for more than one floor.
7. Study plumbing and mechanics.
8. Study electrics
9. Check notes

Question 3

Specifications:

What sort of purposes do they serve?

Answer 3

Written instructions provided by architectural and engineering firms;
1.Clarify information on drawings,
2.Identify work standards, materials used, and responsibilities
3.Serve as guide for bidding, or zoning ordinances
and much much more

Question 4

Building Codes:

Answer 4

provide minimum standards to guard the life and safety of the public by regulating and controlling the design, construction, and quality of materials used in modern construction.

Question 5

Quantity Takeoff:

Answer 5

The quantity takeoff or takeoff procedure involves surveying, measuring, and counting all materials indicated on a set of drawings. Normally, standard takeoff sheets are available for the carpenter to use for accurate takeoff

Question 6

What does A/E, GC, and CM stand for?

Answer 6

Architect/Engineer, General Contractor, Construction Manager.

Question 7

What tradesmen are normally on the job working on site before others?

Answer 7

Carpenters.

Question 8

In an ideal project scenario, all the different tradesmen ____

Answer 8

work together.