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Civil Set Coversheet – Self-Paced Study

The Civil Set Coversheet

Civil Set Coversheet – Self-Paced Study
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Civil Set Coversheet – Self-Paced Study

📘 Key Components of a Civil Coversheet

Component Description
Title BlockProject name, address, date, sheet number, engineer's info, job number.
Sheet IndexList of all civil sheets with brief descriptions (C1.0, C2.1, etc.).
Vicinity MapShows project location in broader context.
Project Info BoxAPN, zoning, ownership, contact details, project number.
Abbreviations & SymbolsStandard list of abbreviations and symbols for the set.
General NotesGrading, utility, stormwater, and coordination notes.
Engineer StampSignature and stamp of licensed civil engineer.
LegendColor/symbol legend showing existing vs. proposed items.

✨ Quick Tips

  • Always start with the coversheet to understand project scope.
  • The sheet index is your guide—use it to jump to specific sections.
  • Look for general notes that apply across all sheets.
  • The vicinity map helps orient where the project is located.

📝 Quiz Questions

  1. What is the purpose of the sheet index?
  2. Name two pieces of information found in the title block.
  3. What is a vicinity map and why is it important?
  4. Why should you read the general notes?
  5. Where can you find information on proposed vs. existing items?

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