QUESTION 2: GRAPHICS AS MEANS OF COMMUNICATION (GENERIC)
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QUESTION 2: GRAPHICS AS MEANS OF COMMUNICATION (GENERIC)
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Worked Solution & Example Answer:QUESTION 2: GRAPHICS AS MEANS OF COMMUNICATION (GENERIC)
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Step 1
Identify the elevation in FIGURE A.
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The elevation shown in FIGURE A is the South Elevation.
Step 2
Describe the type of house that is indicated in FIGURE A.
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The type of house indicated in FIGURE A is a double-storey house or a multi-storey building.
Step 3
Identify number 3.
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Number 3 refers to the Ridge Capping, which is also known as the Ridge tile or Ridge plate.
Step 4
Identify number 4.
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Number 4 is identified as the Fascia board.
Step 5
Identify number 5.
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Number 5 is known as the Overhang, Eave, or Dimension line.
Step 6
Identify the fastener indicated by number 5.
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The fastener indicated by number 5 is the Holder bat or Clamp.
Step 7
Identify number 6.
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Number 6 corresponds to the Window or Window frame, specifically the Casement or Casement frame.
Step 8
Identify number 7.
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Number 7 is referred to as the Spout or Down pipe outlet.
Step 9
Identify number 8.
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Number 8 is classified as the natural ground level (NGL).
Step 10
What does DPM stand for, as indicated in the notes?
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DPM stands for Damp Proof Membrane.
Step 11
Identify number 10.
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Number 10 signifies the Built-in cupboard or BIC.
Step 12
Recommend a suitable material that can be used for manufacturing of number 2 in FIGURE A.
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A suitable material for manufacturing number 2 is Fibre cement, Galvanised sheeting, Timber, or Plastic.
Step 13
Name the TWO elevations on which number 2 is installed.
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The two elevations on which number 2 is installed are the West elevation and the East elevation.
Step 14
Describe the purpose of number 2.
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Number 2 is used as a gutter; it finishes the roof and protects roof boards and rafters from rainwater.
Step 15
Deduce ONE feature that has been omitted from the elevation in FIGURE A.
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A step is missing at the door; also, there is still a missing window.
Step 16
Recommend any TWO sanitary fittings carrying waste water other than a bath that can be indicated in the room indicated by number 17.
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The recommended sanitary fittings are a Hand basin and a Water closet (WC) or Bidet.
Step 17
What sanitary fitting carrying soil water can be installed in the room indicated by number 12?
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The sanitary fitting that can be installed is a Water closet (WC) or Bidet.
Step 18
Describe the error that appears at number 6 in the elevation in FIGURE A.
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The error at number 6 is that the window is drawn on the wrong side; the window in FIGURE A is not the same as that in the window schedule.
Step 19
State the reference code for this plan.
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The reference code for this plan is QP 4 - 2020.
Step 20
Which room will number 13 serve?
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Room number 13 will serve as the Bedroom.
Step 21
What does the line between numbers 13 and 14 represent?
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The line between 13 and 14 represents electrical wiring, connection from the light switch to the light fitting.
Step 22
Differentiate between number 15 in FIGURE B and number 17 in the notes.
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Number 15 is a single tube fluorescent light, while number 17 is a double tube fluorescent light.
Step 23
Explain the installation of brick force from the top of the window to the wall plate, as indicated by the architect.
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Brick force must be installed between every course above the window up to the wall plate.
Step 24
Recommend a possible finish for the outside walls of the house.
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Possible finishes for the outside walls include plaster and paint, or cladding/tiling.
Step 25
Deduce from FIGURE 2 which elevation does NOT have windows.
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The elevation that does not have windows is the East elevation.
Step 26
Deduce the thickness of the external wall from FIGURE 2.
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The thickness of the external wall is 220 mm.
Step 27
Name a material that can be used to close the open sides of number 16.
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Materials suitable for closing the open sides include wood, timber, stainless steel, or aluminum.
Step 28
Name the town in which the proposed dwelling will be built.
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The proposed town for the dwelling is Cradock.
Step 29
Calculate the area of the bathroom. Give your answer in m².
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The area of the bathroom can be calculated using the formula:
extArea=limesb=2extmimes2extm=4extm2
Step 30
Calculate the total length of the wall on the eastern side of the building. Show all calculations. The length must be indicated in metres.
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The total length can be calculated as follows:
Base wall = 220 mm (0.22 m)
Height = 3,000 mm (3 m)
Adding total lengths:
220+3,000+110+2,000+220=7,06extm
