Title or key sheet
What do typical section sheets show?
They show the different layers of the road and side slopes and ditches for a particular given
length.
What is a plan detail?
A detail is a view of a very specific item of work
T/F Typical Section Sheets show elevation views of the proposed road.
False. The answer is "Profile Sheets"
,The shape of the road's side slopes and ditches are found on which sheet?
"Typical Section Sheets"
T/F The directional arrow is found on the "Profile Sheet"
False. "Plan Sheets" also called "Key Sheet"
Which sheet depicts the cross-section view of the road superimposed on the natural ground
line?
Cross-Section sheets.
What is the diameter, in inches, of a #8, Re-Bar?
8 divided by 8 = 1.00"
,Station 21+00 is what distance from Station 23+00?
200
Is 21+00 Up Station or Back Station from 23+00?
Back Station
What is "Cross-Slope"?
Cross-slope is defined as the transverse slope with respect to the horizon
What is surveying?
the profession or work of examining and recording the area and features of a piece of land
so as to construct a map, plan, or detailed description of it
, What is Geodectic Surveying?
It is that type of surveying in which the curved shape of earth is taken into account.
What is a level in surveying used for?
A level is a telescope instrument used to set slope stakes, check the level of forms or field
elevations / grades.
What is the difference between a Transit vs a Level / Laser?
A Transit can be tilted vertically to measure vertical angles.
What is a "Plumb Bob"?
A "Plumb Bob" is a weighted object connected to a string that can be used to establish a
vertical line. It is used to calculate horizontal distances over sloping ground in conjunction
with a surveying tape.