Chapter 14: Foundation Plans Quiz
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The foundation plan is a plan view drawing in section that shows the location and size of ____________.

footings, piers, columns, foundation walls, and supporting beams.

The foundation plan is drawn from information presented on the ________.

Floor plan, plot plan, elevations

When groundwater is present, a _____ is generally required to prevent water in the basement.

sump pump

The brick ledge is generally _____ inch(es) wide.

<p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

Floor trusses are generally spaced _____ inches OC.

<p>24</p> Signup and view all the answers

The basement plan is _____

<p>a combination foundation plan and floor plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

A ______ house needs a 4" ledge on all four sides.

<p>brick veneer</p> Signup and view all the answers

Prior to drawing the foundation plan, you should _____.

<p>study the available information to make a decision about the footings and foundation walls, determine the frost penetration depth, check local building codes</p> Signup and view all the answers

The scale of most residential floor plans is 1/4" = 1',0".

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

The face brick section symbol is made from a series of 45 degree hatch lines.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Dwarf walls are built to retain an excavation or embankment.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Direction of floor joists or trusses is not shown on the foundation plan.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Footings are represented on the foundation plan using a hidden line.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

The foundation plan is prepared for the _____

<p>excavator, masons, cement workers</p> Signup and view all the answers

Houses in cold climates usually have basements because _____

<p>the frost line is so deep very little additional excavation is needed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The foundation plan is usually drawn after the _____ and _____ have been roughed out.

<p>floor plan, elevations</p> Signup and view all the answers

Openings in a masonry wall are dimensioned to the _____ of the opening.

<p>edge</p> Signup and view all the answers

Direction of floor joists or trusses are shown on the _____

<p>foundation plan.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Various materials are shown on a foundation plan using different _______.

<p>hatch patterns, section symbols</p> Signup and view all the answers

A foundation plan usually includes:

<p>Footings for foundation walls, piers, columns, foundation walls, dwarf walls, partition walls, doors, bath fixtures, openings in foundation walls, beams and pilasters, direction, size and spacing of floor joists and trusses, drains and sump, construction details, complete dimensions and notes, scale of the drawing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Piers are dimensioned to _____

<p>Their centers</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the final step in drawing a foundation or basement plan?

<p>Check that all pertinent information is included.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What verifies the load-bearing capacity of soil?

<p>soil bearing test</p> Signup and view all the answers

What describes the foundation structure?

<p>foundation details</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is used on drawings to represent various building materials?

<p>material symbols</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are low walls constructed to retain an embankment or excavation?

<p>dwarf walls</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is used to shade concrete block foundation walls?

<p>concrete block symbol</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Foundation Plans Overview

  • Foundation plans include footings, piers, columns, foundation walls, and supporting beams.
  • The foundation plan is derived from the floor plan, plot plan, and elevations.

Structural Elements

  • A sump pump is necessary in areas with groundwater to prevent basement flooding.
  • The brick ledge typically measures 4 inches in width, providing support for brick veneer houses.
  • Floor trusses are usually spaced 24 inches on center (OC).

Planning and Codes

  • Prior to drafting a foundation plan, it is essential to study available information on footings, foundation walls, frost depth, and local building codes.
  • The scale of most residential floor plans is 1/4 inch = 1 foot, ensuring accurate representation.

Foundations and Walls

  • Face brick section symbols are indicated with a series of 45-degree hatch lines.
  • Dwarf walls are constructed to support excavations and embankments, which is significant in foundation design.
  • Foundation plans display the direction of floor joists or trusses.

Dimensions and Details

  • Openings in masonry walls are dimensioned to their edges, ensuring clarity in construction plans.
  • Various materials in foundation plans are illustrated using different hatch patterns and section symbols.
  • Key elements included in a foundation plan encompass dimensions for walls, piers, openings, drains, and construction details.

Verification and Testing

  • Piers are dimensioned based on their centers, ensuring precise architectural specifications.
  • A soil bearing test is conducted to confirm the load-bearing capacity of the soil before foundation work begins.
  • Finalizing a foundation or basement plan necessitates a check to verify that all relevant information is included.

Material Representation

  • Material symbols are used in drawings to signify different building materials, enhancing the clarity of construction documents.
  • Dwarf walls are specifically low walls used for retaining soil in excavations.

Miscellaneous Functionality

  • A concrete block symbol is employed to depict concrete block foundation walls in foundation plans.
  • A combination of a foundation plan and a floor plan is referred to as a basement plan, integrating both structural and functional aspects.

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Test your knowledge on foundation plans with this quiz focused on Chapter 14. The questions cover essential components such as footings, columns, and the relationship between foundation and floor plans. Perfect for students studying architecture or construction.

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