5. Drawing of Building Components
The chapter focuses on the proper techniques and methodologies for drafting various building components using AutoCAD, particularly emphasizing masonry walls, footings, and their reinforcements. It provides detailed exercises for creating drawings of foundations, columns, and different types of brick masonry bonds, enhancing students' practical skills in civil engineering. Furthermore, it outlines group activities and reflections on the learning process.
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What we have learnt
- Understanding of drawing techniques for various building components using AutoCAD.
- Knowledge on the specifics of different types of masonry and their structural significance.
- Practical application of civil engineering principles through detailed exercises and hands-on activities.
Key Concepts
- -- Masonry Wall Foundation
- A structural component built to support load-bearing walls, often constructed from materials like burnt brick.
- -- Isolated Footing
- A type of foundation designed to support a single column, distributing its load over a larger area.
- -- Brick Bond
- The pattern in which bricks are laid in a wall, which affects both the aesthetics and strength of the construction.
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