30 Questions
Who are the primary users of drawings in the construction industry?
Architects
What is the role of working drawings for bidders in the construction industry?
To prepare bids
Who is usually responsible for planning the production of working drawings in a construction project?
The project architect
What should the project architect do at the start of the construction documents phase?
Meet with the entire consultant team
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of switching from 2D CAD to BIM?
Reduced time and financial investment
Which organization has created their own drawing standards?
Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC)
What is the primary method for producing working drawings?
Computer-Aided Drawing (CAD)
What does BIM stand for?
Building Information Modeling
Which of the following is NOT necessary when preparing working drawings?
Determining the scale for each working drawing
What is the purpose of a title block on a drawing?
To provide contact information of the architect
Where should notes, symbols, and dimensions be expressed on the drawings?
On the elevations
What is the purpose of using standard symbols on the plans?
To show structural grids
Which of the following is true about working drawings?
Working drawings are also known as construction documents.
What is the purpose of drawings in construction?
Drawings are used to guide the contractor and sub-contractors in the preparation of their price or bid.
When should client approval of the design development documents be obtained?
Client approval should be obtained before the working drawings are prepared.
How can changes requested during the preparation of working drawings affect the project?
Changes can cause delays and additional costs.
Which of the following is the purpose of using schedules in architectural drawings?
To simplify and clarify repetitive information
What do elevations and vertical sections indicate in architectural drawings?
The height of buildings
What is the purpose of including all plans, elevations, sections, and details in architectural drawings?
To carry out the work
How should drawings identify a material or product in architectural drawings?
By using a generic name
What is the method of dimensioning in architectural drawings based on?
The sequence of construc
Which of the following is NOT a potential benefit of using BIM software in architectural practice?
Ability to export BIM models to common two-dimensional drawing formats
What are some challenges that the profession faces when using Building Information Modeling (BIM)?
All of the above
In what situations may working drawings need to be more detailed?
Projects involving restoration, renovation, or addition to an existing building
What is the purpose of the final set of working drawings and the Project Manual?
All of the above
True or false: Including too many notes in drawings can help to simplify and clarify repetitive information.
False
True or false: Drawings should only provide a generic name for materials or products, and should not include specific dimensions.
True
True or false: Plans indicate the height of buildings, while elevations and vertical sections indicate the length and width.
False
True or false: The method of dimensioning in architectural drawings should correspond to the sequence of construction.
True
True or false: Schedules, such as room finish and door schedules, should be used to identify the material or components of repetitive items.
True
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