Construction Docs

What is the list of drawings (or table of contents) at the beginning of a construction document set called? 

• Sheet Index

• Drawing List

• Table of Contents

• Drawings Included

How are construction documents sets organized?

• There is not a standard organization for order, so it depends on the firm. 

• From the most detailed information to the most general, or broad information.

• From the most general information down to the smallest details. 

• Plans, Details, Elevations, then Renderings.

What is the drawing called that shows a code reviewer how people are able to safely egress through your proposed space plan?

• Construction Plan

• Space Plan

• Life Safety Plan

• Exit Map

What is the difference between a schedule and a specification?

• A specification is a more general list that typically refers to a more detailed set of schedules. 

• A schedule is a more general list that typically refers to a more detailed set of specifications. 

• There is no difference between these two things. They are two words for one thing.

• Contractors don't look at specifications; they only use schedules. 

NIC is the standard abbreviation for what?

• North in Construction

• Not in Code

• Noted in Contract

• Not in Contract

Symbols on drawings from different firms always look exactly they same. 

• TRUE

• FALSE

It is possible to over-dimension plans or elevations and create constraints that are impossible for the contractors to build. 

• TRUE

• FALSE

What types of general information is often included at the front of a drawing set?

• General symbols and abbreviations used throughout the drawing set.

• ADA diagrams showing typical mounting and installation heights.

• Local code and location information for the project.

• All previous answers

Mill-work details do not show the finishes of the custom piece. This information is only shown on the finish plan. 

• TRUE

• FALSE

General notes are general per drawing type (for example, all partition plans share the same notes), while sheet notes are specific to a single sheet. 

• TRUE

• FALSE