There are four common types of prints found in construction drawings, excluding
specifications and schedules. From the list, choose three of those four common types of
prints.
I. Building isometric
II. Details
III. Elevations
IV. Floor plans
V. Sequence of construction
a.I., II., and III.
b.II., III., and IV.
c.II., IV., and V.
d.III., IV., and V.
The correct answer is: II., III., and IV.
Which construction drawing or plan is a scaled drawing that looks down at one level or at
one floor of a building?
a.Details
b.Elevations
c.Floor plans
d.Site (or plot) plan
e.Sections
The correct answer is: Floor plans
Which construction drawing or plan is a scaled drawing of a part of a building that has
been cut away to see the inside features?
a.Details
b.Elevations
c.Floor plans
d.Site (or plot) plan
e.Sections
The correct answer is: Sections
A(n) ? shows the natural and manmade features of the property surrounding a building.
a.Details
b.Elevations
c.Floor plans
d.Site (or plot) plan
e.Sections
The correct answer is: Site (or plot) plan
To which construction drawings or plans would an electrician refer to determine the
height of the garage door?
a.Details
b.Elevations
c.Floor plans
d.Site (or plot) plan
e.Sections
The correct answer is: Elevations
Which construction drawing uses a plan, elevation, or section view, but is drawn to a larger scale to show the exact features of construction?
a.Details
b.Elevations
c.Floor plans
d.Site (or plot) plan
e.Sections
The correct answer is: Details
What print shows the face views of the building or residence?
a.Details
b.Elevations
c.Floor plans
d.Site (or plot) plan
e.Sections
The correct answer is: Elevations
What print shows the location of the structure relative to the lot, road, or to other
structures?
a.Details
b.Elevations
c.Floor plans
d.Site (or plot) plan
e.Sections
The correct answer is: Site (or plot) plan
Identify the parts of an Arrow and Ball Note by dragging the term to the arrow line that best describes that part of the Note.
-possible answers-
View direction
Cutting plane line
Detail number
Sheet number
According to the following illustration, which detail on the print is being called out?
a.Detail No. 2 from Sheet No. 101
b.Detail No. 101 from Sheet No. 2
c.Page 2, drawing No. 101
d.Sheet 2, cut No. 101
The correct answer is: Detail No. 2 from Sheet No. 101
What type of view shows locations of interior receptacles as to the height above finish
floor (AFF) and their possible relation to furnishings or other electrical equipment?
I. Details
II. Elevations
III. Schedules
IV. Site (or plot) plan
V. Sections
a.I. and II.
b.II. and III.
c.III. and IV.
d.IV. and V.
The correct answer is: I. and II.
What type of print shows sizes of rooms and locations of electrical devices, such as
receptacles, switches, and lights?
a.Electrical details
b.Electrical elevations
c.Electrical floor plans
d.Sections with electrical devices
The correct answer is: Electrical floor plans
An electrician needs to view a residential wall section print showing the foundation
detail. Choose a possible reason an electrician would have for reading this wall section
detail.
a.To define the various materials used
b.To determine the thickness of the wall
c.To determine the thickness of the finish material
d.To determine the depth of foundation
e.Any reason above
The correct answer is: Any reason above
Which two prints would be used to locate garage door and then determine the size of
garage door?
a.Detail plan / section plan
b.Elevation plan/ site plan
c.Floor plan / elevation plan
d.Site plan / section plan
The correct answer is: Floor plan / elevation plan
Schedules most often appear on a(n) ? .
a.elevation plan
b.floor plan
c.print or on separate schedule sheet
d.riser print
e.site plan
The correct answer is: print or on separate schedule sheet
A construction drawing with a chart that contains detailed information about what size
and type of materials are to be used and how a job is to be completed is a called a ? .
a.detail
b.notes
c.section
d.schedule
The correct answer is: schedule
It is often necessary to use plans in conjunction with elevations before making electrical
raceway and cable runs in order to get a proper perspective of where runs will be
installed.
Select one:
True
False
The correct answer is 'True'.
A ? schedule lists details relating to branch circuits, breakers, and main disconnects.
a.fixture
b.panel
c.switchgear
d.transformer
The correct answer is: panel
The project (or job) specifications are lists of detailed requirements, procedures, and
approved materials.
Select one:
True
False
The correct answer is 'True'.
Under the CSI MasterFormat (2004), there are currently 49 divisions covered in
specifications. Division 26 is titled ? .
a.Communications
b.Concrete
c.Electrical
d.Plumbing
The correct answer is: Electrical
Most often only the general contractor needs to read and understand the project (or job)
specifications.
Select one:
True
False
The correct answer is 'False'.
Who can change the project specifications?
a.Architect
b.Engineer
c.Owner
d.All of the above
The correct answer is: All of the above
Match the following definitions with their proper term.
A change to prints or bids before bids are open
A change relating to a construction project that occurs after the bid
opening
A dated change to blueprints or specifications
Statements that explain changes or revisions on prints
-possible answers-
Revision
Change order
Change note
Addendum
The correct answer is: A change to prints or bids before bids are open → Addendum,
A change relating to a construction project that occurs after the bid opening → Change
order,
A dated change to blueprints or specifications → Revision,
Statements that explain changes or revisions on prints → Change note
It is NOT that important to always be working with the most current set of blueprints.
Select one:
True
False
The correct answer is 'False'.
A set of drawings kept up to date throughout the project (with installation location and a
detailed working record of any changes made) is defined as the ? drawings.
a.as-built
b.estimated
c.record
d.working
The correct answer is: as-built
It is important to keep “as-built drawings” up to date because they are usually required
at job's end.
Select one:
True
False
The correct answer is 'True'.
What might happen if a contractor installs materials or performs work that does not
follow specifications?
a.The contractor must replace the work at the customer's expense.
b.The contractor might have to replace the work at his or her own expense.
c.If UL literature indicated that the product is equal or better, it is permitted.
d.Provided it has been inspected, it is permitted to be done.
The correct answer is: The contractor might have to replace the work at his or her own expense.