Specifications And Schedules By Ben. Flashcards

1
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What is the primary purpose of blueprints?

A

Convey important information you need to know in regards to sizes and locations.

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Specifications are ____

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Word descriptions of the work to be done.

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Specifications include:

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Written descriptions of work to be done.

Information regarding what is to be done and how it is to be done.

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4
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Schedules consist of information presented in what form?

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Chart or table form.

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5
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What always takes precedence over original drawings and specifications?

A

Revisions and Addenda

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6
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What is done to divisions of specifications for easier identification?

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Numbered and color coded.

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7
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Schedule provides information on;

A

What goes where.

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From highest precedence to lowest, what are the four types of information found in blueprints?

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  1. Addenda
  2. Specifications
  3. Blueprint Revisions
  4. Original drawings
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9
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A drawing legend consists of what?

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A table that shows the drawing numbers and sheet titles.

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10
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The information in construction documents is generally organized in what format?

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From less detail to more detail.

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What is the main purpose of Mechanical General Notes?

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To provide additional directions for determining the general intent of the specifications.

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12
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What can schedules also describe?

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Purchased components such as grilles, registers, motors, diffusers, VAV boxes or light fixtures.

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What can schedules help with?

A

Help you avoid getting the wrong pieces delivered to the project while construction is underway.

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What would the letters 1/A-8 with an arrow indicate on a drawing?

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Indicate that more information can be found at the item labeled 1 on drawing A-8.

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15
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Although engineered specifications and schedules are available in many forms, their commonality is:

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They are all designed to convey the correct information for proper fabrication and installation.

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16
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Detailed plans and drawings need to conform to what?

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One or more codes, such as the National Building Code of Canada, or The Alberta Building Code.

17
Q

Architectural drawings include what?

A

Site plans.
Floor plans.
Exterior views of the building
Interior elevation views
Material specifications
Building sectional views
Detail sectional views

18
Q

What should you never orally agree to?

A

A drawing change that is going to cost more money. As you may be left financially responsible for any added costs.

19
Q

What is The National Master Specification?

A

NMS is a comprehensive library of construction specific sections used by both government and private industry

20
Q

What are the two basic types of standards referenced in the National Master Specification?

A

Standards specifications and Standard Methods and Practices.

21
Q

Blueprints are pictorial representations

Specifications are word descriptions of work to be done.

True/False

A

True.