Practice Plotting and Printing Drawings - 14.9 | 14. Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) in Civil Engineering | Building Planning and Computer- aided Civil Engineering drawing
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14.9 - Plotting and Printing Drawings

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the purpose of the plot scale in CAD?

💡 Hint: Think about resizing dimensions for printing.

Question 2

Easy

Name two components that should be included in a title block.

💡 Hint: Consider what identifies the drawing and who made it.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What does the plot scale determine when printing a CAD drawing?

  • The paper size
  • The size ratio of the drawing
  • The color style

💡 Hint: Think about how dimensions might change.

Question 2

True or False: Title blocks are optional in CAD drawings.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider whether clarity is important in technical drawings.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

You have a detailed architectural printing job that needs to be presented on A3 paper. Explain how the plot settings would differ if you wished to highlight specific mental health services in the layout.

💡 Hint: Focus on what elements need prominence in your plot settings.

Question 2

How might a civil engineer decide which plot style to use for a downtown infrastructure project versus a residential home project?

💡 Hint: Consider the complexity and purpose of each project's drawing.

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