Chapter 22: Building Sections
typical
A ________ section represents features or sizes that are used in many different places in a structure.
specific
A ________ section shows a feature, method or technique that is used only once.
cutting-plane line
A _______________-________ _______ is drawn across the plan drawing to identify the location and extent of the section.
partial building section
A building section that cuts through half or more of the structure, but not its entire length.
False
A partial building section is drawn at the same scale as a full building section.
wall section
A partial section used to show one specific wall.
vertical
Building sections are ________ "cuts" or "slices" through a structure that illustrates the type of foundation, wall and roof construction to be used.
Location of section
Location of each section in set of working drawings is shown on floor plan.
Transverse building section
Perpendicular to longitudinal building section
Drawing number where section can be found
Place on bottom of cutting-plane line
Section Number/Name Label
Place on top of cutting-plane line
Longitudinal building section
Runs across the longest dimension of building
True
The main purpose of a building section is to inform the contractor or builder of special or unconventional construction methods or techniques to be used in a structure.
A-A, B-B
To identify the sections, the first section is labeled ___-___ , the second is labeled ___-___ and so on.
to show relationship among various interior spaces to specify overall height relationships to specify general materials to be used
What are the 3 main purposes of a full building section?
footing
When starting a section drawing, the _________ is the first item drawn.
Detail section
contains the report details or content information; required
Full building section
shows a cut through the entire structure