

Identifies types of general regulatory information that should appear on drawings, locates code-related information in a set of drawings, and provides standard graphic conventions. Provides guidelines for classifying, formatting, and locating notes using and linking notes to specifications. The symbols are categorized using MasterFormat™ 2004 numbers and division titles and unique 3 digit extension number for easy referencing. It provides consistent spelling and terminology, standardizes abbreviations, and notes common usage.Īddresses commonly used standard symbols, classifications, graphic representation, and organization in creating, understanding and fulfilling the intent of construction documents. Provides standard terms and standard abbreviations used in construction documents and specifications. Additional guidelines include how to "build" a project-specific schedule and an organizational system for identifying and filing schedules.Īddresses standard conventions used in drawings: drawing orientation, layout, symbols, material indications, line types, dimensions, drawing scale, diagrams, notation, and cross-referencing.

Sets consistency in format, terminology, and content. Also includes a coordinate-based location system and preferred sheet sizes. Provides format for sheets - Includes drawing, title block, and production reference areas and their content.

It is used to organize and manage construction drawings for virtually any project and project delivery method, for the entire life cycle of a facility.Įstablishes set content and order, sheet identification, and file naming for a set of construction drawings.

National CAD Standard (NCS) and establishes standardized guidelines for organizing and presenting building design information.
