STEP 4 - MODULAR FLOOR PLANS with SCHEDULES

OBJECTIVES - Upon the completion of this step the student should be able to:

  • Expand a single-line scale layout of the floor plan into a modular construction plan;
  • Add wall thicknesses to exterior and interior walls;
  • Draw window and doors symbols properly;
  • Draw heating/airconditioning, ventilation and plumbing fixtures with the aid of templates;
  • Determine the placement and size of electrical panels, stairways and elevators;
  • Provide the necessary dimensions for complete size description;
  • Create tabular schedules for materials specified on the floor plan;
  • Label the drawing properly and neatly;
  • Provide an appropriate title block.

REFERENCES
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ASSIGNMENTS

  1. Access the "Tech Draw Server" to down load a copy of the Study Questions for Step 4. You may printout the Study Questions for Step 4 and write in the answers or you may save the file to your disk and type in the answers using Claris Works.
  2. Complete a Division Sheet for Step 4. The division sheet should have a .75" margin at the top, right side, and bottom of the page and a 1" margin at the left side of the page. Be sure to include the title of the step in large letters (.75" h. x .5" w.) centered at top of page; the step number in medium letters (.5" h. x .4." w.) in the lower right corner of page; and your name in small letters (.25" h. x .2" w.) in the lower left corner of page. Illustrate an example of a Modular Floor Plan showing ONLY the exterior walls and "modular grid" lines. DO NOT show interior walls, windows, doors, fixtures or built-ins. SEE EXAMPLE.
  3. Using the CAD system and your "Floor Plan" sketches from your "Presentation Drawing", layout a full size "Modular Floor Plan" for your building. The "Modular Floor Plan" should include:
    Wall thicknesses
    Elevator locations
    Stairway locations
    Mechanical chases
    Modular grid lines and values
  4. Using a copy of your "Modular Floor Plan", prepare a detailed "Floor Plan" for your building. Utilize the Floor Plan Grading Sheet to check your work. The "Detailed Floor Plan" should include:
    Interior walls
    Doors and windows
    Fixtures and appliances
    Dimensions
    Heating/ventilation units
    Electrical panels
    Room Labels
    Modular Grid lines
    LOGO and Title Information
  5. Complete the Parking Lot Worksheet Assignment, and prepare a complete parking lot for your structure. The Parking Lot should include:
    Parking Lot stalls
    Handicapped parking and exit space
    Pedestrian walkways
    Snow storage
    Proper lighting
    Ample landscaping
    Shipping/Receiving area
  6. Prepare "Window & Door Schedule" for your building. EXTRA CREDIT. See SAMPLE. The Schedules should include:
    Identification symbols
    Type of unit
    Size of unit (width & height plus thickness or jamb size)
    Brand name or manufacturer
    Model name and/or number
    Materials
    Glazing
    Finish
    Quantities
    Remarks