12 Questions
What is the term for the widest base of the foundation, where the column rests?
Footing
What type of roof has two different pitches or slopes on each side?
Gambrel
What is the purpose of flashing in a building?
To cover exposed places outside the building
What is the term for a horizontal structure member that holds rafters together?
Purlins
What type of roof has four sloping sides?
Hip roof
What is the term for the process of enlarging or reducing a drawing using a metric or triangular scale?
Scaling
What is the purpose of a Gate Valve?
To open by lifting a barrier out of the path of water
What is the function of a Convenience Outlet?
To connect a bulb and other electrical appliances
What is the purpose of a Sewage System Plan?
To show the flow of sewage from the house to the main canal and septic tank
What is a Clean Out?
A plumbing fixture with access in the sewer line for cleaning and unclogging
What is the top edge of the roof where rafters meet?
Ridge
What is a Kilowatt hour meter?
A device that measures the amount of electric energy
Test your knowledge of technical terms used in architectural job requirements, including roof structures, foundation plans, and more. Evaluate your understanding of key concepts in building design and construction.
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