Architectural Floor and Foundation Plans

Learn about the placement of dimensions required by the floor and foundation plans, as well as the inclusion of openings in the stem wall for doors, foundation supports, and braced wall anchor locations. Additionally, understand the type of general notes needed for these plans.

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What is the role of layer filters in drafting floor plans?

To screen out unwanted layers and simplify the list view pane

What is the purpose of symbols on floor plans?

To describe items associated with living in the home and construction details

What is the function of wall footings in drafting the floor plan?

To distribute the load into the ground

What does a library path refer to in AutoCAD drafting?

The default search path for finding an xref file Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with dimensions that were not placed on previous plan views?

Place them as needed on the foundation plan Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in the foundation plan according to the text?

Foundation walls, bearing footings, and support beams Signup and view all the answers

Why is it suggested to store the foundation plan separately from the floor plan?

To make plotting easier Signup and view all the answers

Why do drafters store general notes as a WBLOCK for reuse on future foundation plans?

To save disk space Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in drawing a foundation plan using CAD?

Plan where the drawing will be created and stored, the needed layers, line types, and what loads will need to be supported Signup and view all the answers

Which command is used to lay out the thickness of the stem walls and footings?

OFFSET command Signup and view all the answers

What should be done after drawing the outer side of the stem walls using the OSNAP command?

Freeze all floor-related information Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using the FILLET or TRIM command when laying out the thickness of the stem walls and footings?

To adjust corners while laying out the thickness of the stem walls and footings Signup and view all the answers

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