Q1: Name different types of symbols used in Architectural drawings.
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The different symbols are:- ➔ Door symbols
- ➔ Window symbols
- ➔ Stair symbols
- ➔ Furniture symbols
Q2: What is the purpose of using symbols in drawings?
Ans:Symbols simplify complex objects, save drawing space, and provide standard representation for easy understanding.
Q3: Name any four service symbols used in CAD drawings.
Ans:
The different symbols are:- ➔ Electrical outlet symbol
- ➔ Water supply symbol
- ➔ Gas line symbol
- ➔ Telephone/Data symbol
Q4: What is the purpose of using material symbols in drawings?
Ans:They represent different construction materials (brick, concrete, steel, wood, etc.) for clear identification.
Q5: Why is the “North” sign used in Architectural drawings?
Ans:The North sign indicates orientation, helping in proper placement of buildings with respect to sunlight, wind, and directions.
Q6: Define electrical symbols.
Ans:Electrical symbols are graphical representations of electrical components (switches, outlets, lights, etc.) used in drawings.
Q7: What do you know about plumbing?
Ans:Plumbing deals with the system of pipes, fixtures, and fittings used for water supply, drainage, and sanitation.
Q8: Name and sketch any four plumbing symbols.
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Symbols are:- ➔ Wash basin symbol
- ➔ Sink symbol
- ➔ Toilet symbol
- ➔ Shower symbol
Q9: What is the purpose of giving different colors to lines in Architectural drawings?
Ans:Different colors represent different layers, improve readability, and help in distinguishing building elements.
Q10: Differentiate between Index Colors Tab & True Color Tab.
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Index Colors Tab: Uses a fixed palette of 256 standard colors.
True Color Tab: Allows selection of any color using RGB or HSL values.
Q11: Define HSL.
Ans:HSL stands for Hue, Saturation, and Lightness, a system for defining colors.
Q12: What are the main functions of Layer Properties Manager?
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The functions are:- ➔ Create, modify, and delete layers
- ➔ Control color, linetype, and lineweight
- ➔ Manage visibility and plotting of layers
Q13: Name different types of Layer Filters.
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The types are:- ➔ Group filter
- ➔ Property filter
- ➔ AutoCAD standard filters
Q14: Define Layer Keying.
Ans:Layer Keying assigns objects to predefined layers based on drawing standards, ensuring consistency.
Q15: Why are Layer Filters created?
Ans:They are created to quickly organize, manage, and control large numbers of layers in complex drawings.
