Construction Blueprint Reading and Estimating

Question 1

What does the symbol 'CL' represent on a construction blueprint?

Accepted Answer

Centerline

Answer

Ceiling Line

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Closed Loop

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Column Line

Question 2

On a site plan, what does a contour line represent?

Accepted Answer

Line of equal elevation

Answer

Property boundary

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Underground utility

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Drainage direction

Question 3

What scale is most commonly used for architectural floor plan drawings?

Accepted Answer

1/4" = 1'-0"

Answer

1/8" = 1'-0"

Answer

1" = 10'-0"

Answer

1/2" = 1'-0"

Question 4

Which drawing type shows the vertical cross-section of a building cut from top to bottom?

Accepted Answer

Section view

Answer

Plan view

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Elevation view

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Detail view

Question 5

In construction estimating, what is a 'quantity takeoff'?

Accepted Answer

The process of measuring and listing all materials needed from drawings

Answer

A bid submitted to a general contractor

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A schedule of subcontractor payments

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A list of change orders

Question 6

What does 'AFF' stand for on construction drawings?

Accepted Answer

Above Finish Floor

Answer

Architectural Finish Floor

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Adjusted Finish Framework

Answer

Allowance For Framing