Don Beatty

Architectural Drafting Teacher

LakeNormanHigh School

704-799-8555 ext. 1347

Don Beatty

Architectural Drafting Teacher

LakeNormanHigh School

704-799-8555 ext. 1347

Requirements:

***Turn in onecomplete and bound size “B” drawing packetand one bound size “A” test packet containing three chapter tests, typed and stapled together with cover page.

Know the terms located in the Architecture III curriculum guide beginning on page 33

Study and know the following:

  • pages 33-39 of the Architecture III curriculum guide
  • information contained in this handout
  • textbook chapters 25, 26 and 27 (pages 638-717)
  • MiTiReLa section 4

Replicate pages716 with changes to reflect your specific application

  • Ignore BWP (Braced Wall Panel) and AWBP (Alternate BWP)

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Don Beatty

Architectural Drafting Teacher

LakeNormanHigh School

704-799-8555 ext. 1347

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Don Beatty

Architectural Drafting Teacher

LakeNormanHigh School

704-799-8555 ext. 1347

Using the text book Residential Design, Drafting and Detailing(RDDD) please complete the following:

  • Read Section 7 Chapters:
  • 25 Foundation Systems
  • 26 Floor Systems and Foundation Support
  • 27Foundation Plan Layout
  • Complete the “FoundationsSystems Test” on page 668
  • Complete the “Floor Systems and Foundation Support Test” on page 693
  • Complete the “Foundation Plan Layout Test” on page 717

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Don Beatty

Architectural Drafting Teacher

LakeNormanHigh School

704-799-8555 ext. 1347

Foundation ProjectDirections

  1. Create a new sheet on the existing file.
  1. Develop a complete foundation plan (plan view and elevation views with stepped footings) for your house and garage. The land that the house sits on has a change in elevation and must be accounted for in the way of stepped footings. Therefore, design all footings and foundation walls accordingly. Include the following:

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Don Beatty

Architectural Drafting Teacher

LakeNormanHigh School

704-799-8555 ext. 1347

  • Poured Foundation Wall Details(including pilasters)
  • Pier Details (Poured footing with CMU pier)
  • Door openings
  • Gravel fill or compacted sand base for slabs
  • Ventilation
  • Termite protection
  • Insulation
  • Re-bar and anchor bolt specifications
  • Vapor Barrier
  • Concrete strength
  • Concrete joints
  • Slope for drainage (Slabs)
  • Exterior drainage
  • Wood type and grade for sill
  • Crawl Space Access

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Don Beatty

Architectural Drafting Teacher

LakeNormanHigh School

704-799-8555 ext. 1347

  1. Check the required footing depth for our area to make the design meets the requirement. Calculate the amount of concrete required, in cubic yards, for the footings, foundation walls and slabs. Show allwork.

***Turn in allcompleted and bound work on due date. ***

Grading

Four grades will be given as follows.

1Chapter tests (each test counting 33%)

2Foundation plan drawing

15 bullet points (see section 2 above) at 5 points each (70 points)

30 points for clarity of design and professionalism of drawing package

3Four elevation drawings. (Front right side, rear and left side) Use existing elevations as a starting point. Include trees and landscaping.

4Concrete calculations.

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