Print Reading Key Words

Question 1

Blueprint

Answer 1

a print consisting of white lines against a blue background.

Question 2

Building information modeling (BIM)

Answer 2

a process in which a 3D model provides a virtual representation of a building and is used in design, construction,and operation of the building.

Question 3

Computer aided design and drafting (CADD)

Answer 3

preparation of drawings using computer equipment and software.

Question 4

Construction drawing

Answer 4

drawings used to communicate the architecture and engineering design of a construction project

Question 5

Detail

Answer 5

a type of drawing showing a specific detail of the construction. Details are normally drawn on a larger scale than other drawings

Question 6

Elevations

Answer 6

in surveying; the height of a server marker above sea level; a measurement on a plot or foundation referenced to a known point. In architectural drafting, a drawing showing the front view, or one of the side views of a structure

Question 7

Engineering copier

Answer 7

a copy machine used to make reproductions of drawings and designed to handle larger sized paper.

Question 8

Floor plan

Answer 8

a plan view showing room sizes and locations and many construction details. For simple construction, the floor plan might contain all the needed information.

Question 9

HVAC

Answer 9

HEATING/VENTILATING/AIR CONDITIONING

Question 10

Interior elevations

Answer 10

ELEVATION VIEWS of interior of a building

Question 11

Interpretation

Answer 11

the ability to understand lines, symbols, dimensions, notes, and other information on working drawings

Question 12

Longitudinal sections

Answer 12

section taken through the long dimension of a building.

Question 13

Orthographic projection

Answer 13

the projection of an object as viewed from six perpendicular directions.

Question 14

Pictorial drawing

Answer 14

a drawing in which an object is shown as it actually appears

Question 15

Plans

Answer 15

another term for prints ( also refers to view up above) floor plan

Question 16

Plumbing

Answer 16

a plan showing water distribution and drainage systems

Question 17

Polyester film

Answer 17

a translucent plastic material used for making original drawings

Question 18

Print

Answer 18

a copy of a drawing

Question 19

Print reading

Answer 19

the gathering of information from a print or drawing. It involves two principal elements: visualization and interpretation.

Question 20

Rendering

Answer 20

a pictorial drawing showing what a structure will look like when the project is finished.

Question 21

Schedules

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a list of required building components, such as doors, windows, or beams; provides information related to each listed item

Question 22

Sections

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• view showing the building as if it were cut apart. Sections show walls, stairs, and other details not clearly shown in other drawings. Sections are usually on a larger scale than the elevations and plan drawings.

Question 23

Structural framing plans

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required for more complex structures, these plans show the framing of the roof, floors, and various wall sections

Question 24

Title sheet

Answer 24

a drawing sheet included with a set of working drawings and other information about a building project

Question 25

Transverse sections

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section taken through the narrow width of a building

Question 26

Uniform drawing system (UDS)

Answer 26

a standardization of drawing guidelines that consist of 8 interrelated modules for organizing and presenting drawing information used in planning designing, and construction facilities

Question 27

Vellum

Answer 27

a translucent paper material used for making original drawings

Question 28

Visualization

Answer 28

the ability to create a mental image of a building or project from a set of working drawings.

Question 29

Working drawings

Answer 29

a set of drawings providing the necessary details and dimensions to construct the object. May also include the specifications.

Question 30

Electrical plan

Answer 30

a plan view drawing showing the electrical wiring and fixtures also called electrical drawings