Exam 29: Sectioning Basics

Concrete is represented in sections by a single line or pairs of lines depending on the drawing scale.

What are generally given from the bottom of the sole plate to the top of the top plate for wood frame structures?

Sections have become somewhat standardized in several areas, including scales and alignment.

When adding local notes, they should be _____ to aid the print reader.

Which term refers to enlargements of specific areas of a structure typically drawn where several components intersect or where small members are required?

On complex structures, the ____ can be jogged to show material clearly and avoid having to draw a second section.

Some details require a minimum of four different lineweights to provide contrast between materials.

What should match in both style and reference symbol to those used on other drawings so the sections can be easily matched to other drawings?

Elevations that are specified on the floor plan and elevation drawings should be referenced on a section by use of a ____ or an elevation placed over a leader line.

Many municipalities will accept a partial section as sufficient to meet the demands for the building permit.

Longitudinal sections are commonly drawn in residential construction.

The two common methods for assigning lineweights are to give them names such as THIN , THICK , VERY THICK , and MEGA THICK , and to assign names based on _____.

A _____ section results when the cutting plane is parallel to the short axis of the structure.

To provide contrast between thin and thick lines, you should use _____ lines as a starting point for all details.

A _____ section is used to supplement the full sections and to show construction materials for specific areas of the structure that are not visible in other sections.