Information Sheet 4.1.

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Segregate technical drawings in according with the types and kinds of drawings

Schematic diagram A diagram that shows the components used in their interconnection. Each graphic
symbol is also accompanied with a reference designation to distinguish it from other similar symbols. It does
not illustrate the physical size, shape or chassis location of the component parts and devices.

Block Diagram This form usually uses block of squares, rectangles or triangles to represent components,
group of components or units of equivalent. Block diagrams are particularly used to represent internal
components of an integrated circuit.

Chart
In general a chart is a graphic representation of data. Charts allow users to see what the results of data to
better understand and predict current and future data. In the picture below, is an example picture of a column chart of
unique visitors Computer Hope has received between the years of 2000 and 2006. As can be seen in this example,
you can immediately see a gentle increase of users without reading any data.

Column Chart

Bar Chart

Flow Chart

Graph

Line Chart

Pie Chart

A causal loop diagram (CLD) is a causal diagram that aids in visualizing how different variables in a
system are interrelated. The diagram consists of a set of nodes and edges. Nodes represent the variables and edges
are the links that represent a connection or a relation between the two variables. A link marked positive indicates a
positive relation and a link marked negative indicates a negative relation. A positive causal link means the two nodes
change in the same direction, i.e. if the node in which the link starts decreases, the other node also decreases.
Similarly, if the node in which the link starts increases, the other node increases as well. A negative causal link

means the two nodes change in opposite directions, i.e. if the node in which the link starts increases, the other node
decreases and vice versa.

Layout
The layout or form of a diagram should show the main features prominently. The parts of a diagram should
be carefully spaced to provide an even balance between blank spaces and lines. Enough blank space should be left
in the areas near symbols to avoid crowding any necessary notes or reference information (Fig. 3-3).

Self Check
Identify the given illustrations as schematic diagram, loop diagram, layout plan, block diagram, or a chart.

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Performance Test
Directions: From the given schematic diagram below, name the component parts found in the diagram and draw the
symbol of the component part in the table given.

Name of the Component Parts

Symbol