1.9. DIMENSIONING, ABBREVATION AND CONVENTIONAL REPRESENTATION AS PER 962

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is an abbreviation?

   Hint

   Think about how we shorten words in everyday language.

2. 2.

   What is a conventional symbol?

   Hint

   Consider how some drawings use icons instead of detailed sketches.

3. 3.

   What is the purpose of using abbreviations in architectural drawings?

   • To make drawings look complicated
   • To enhance clarity and save space
   • To utilize more words

   Hint

   Think about the time you save when using shortcuts.

4. 4.

   True or False: Conventional symbols are drawn to scale in architectural drawings.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider how symbols convey an idea rather than a detailed image.

5. 5.

   Create a mini-architectural drawing utilizing at least five abbreviations and three conventional symbols. What are their meanings?

   Hint

   Refer back to your notes to ensure you're using the standard abbreviations.

6. 6.

   Analyze a poorly dimensioned architectural drawing and identify at least three issues that can arise from it.

   Hint

   Think about what might happen if a builder misreads the dimensions!