Deck 17: Roof Plan Layout With Cad

Question 1

A(n) ____ will always be represented on the plan view using an angle equal to half the angle of the intersecting walls.

A) valley
B) eave
C) cornice
D) roof pitch

Answer 1

A

Question 2

The layout of a hip roof plan requires that a hip or valley be placed through each intersection in the exterior walls.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

A skylight is connected to the ceiling by an enclosed area called a ____.

A) saddle
B) chase
C) panel
D) ridge

Answer 3

B

Question 4

Vents can be represented on a roof plan by a circle ____ in diameter.

A) 2'' (50 mm)
B) 3'' (75 mm)
C) 6'' (150 mm)
D) 12'' (300 mm)

Question 5

What is the first step in determining the roof shape?

A) determine the location of all ridges
B) locate any raised roof areas
C) trace the outline of the exterior walls and all exterior support posts
D) draw all lines representing hips or valleys

Question 6

A(n) ____ is a small gable built behind the chimney to divert water away from the chimney.

A) valley
B) eave
C) rake
D) saddle

Question 7

Structural materials are shown the same way on all plans, regardless of the type of plan used.

Question 8

A _____ extends above the roof and is typically used for decorative purposes to hide the roof.

A) diverter
B) saddle
C) parapet wall
D) cant strip

Question 9

A ____ can range from a minimum of 16'' (400 mm) square, up to matching the size used to represent the fireplace on the floor plan.

A) masonry chimney
B) saddle
C) ridge vent
D) metal chimney

Question 10

When drawing plans for gable roofs, you should generally assume the use of _____ vents.

A) 12" (300 mm) round
B) 12" (300 mm) square
C) 14" (355 mm) round
D) 14" (355 mm) square

Question 11

If a bay window is to be included on the floor plan, special consideration will be required to draw the roof covering it.

Question 12

The roof plan should be created in the file containing the floor plan and placed directly over the floor plan.

Question 13

A Dutch hip is started by first drawing a(n) ____.

A) overhang
B) cornice
C) fascia
D) hip roof

Question 14

Dormers are typically placed as close to the ridge as possible, usually on the side of the roof that is the least visible.

Question 15

When drawing plans for a hip roof that includes solar panels, vents, downspouts, and saddles, which should be drawn first?

A) solar panels
B) vents
C) downspouts
D) saddles