Castilla-La Mancha PAU Technical Drawing Applied to Plastic Arts and Design II (Dibujo Técnico Aplicado a las Artes Plásticas y al Diseño II - UCLM 2026) exam-day guide
Castilla-La Mancha PAU Technical Drawing Applied to Plastic Arts and Design II (Dibujo Técnico Aplicado a las Artes Plásticas y al Diseño II - UCLM 2026) · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Drafting instruments (pencil, sharpener, eraser, ruler, set squares, compass)
Bring a full manual drawing kit: HB/2H pencils, sharpener, soft eraser, a 30 cm ruler, 45° and 60° set squares, and a compass with spare lead. Technical Drawing Applied to Plastic Arts and Design II is a graphical subject, so instruments are essential. Verify any instrument restrictions with your exam centre.
Approved calculator
Some exercises may involve scale calculations or simple proportions. Bring a non-programmable calculator and confirm with the provider whether calculators are permitted in this PAU subject.
Drawing paper or answer sheets
The exam is normally answered on official sheets provided by the tribunal. Do not bring your own paper unless the instructions explicitly allow it; confirm with the provider.
Coloured pencils or markers
Some design and representation questions may benefit from colour or shading. Check the exam instructions: if colour is not required, plain graphite is sufficient. Confirm allowed materials with the provider.
DNI or valid ID document
You will be asked to prove your identity at the start of the exam. Bring the original DNI, passport, or residence card; photocopies are usually not accepted.
Exam admission document / proof of registration
Have your PAU registration or admission slip ready. The exact document required is set by the Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha; confirm with the provider which slip to bring.
Printed exam timetable and room assignment
Know the exact date, time, and building for your session. The UCLM publishes the PAU calendar and venues; check the official page before the exam day.
Watch (non-smart)
Exam rooms may not have a visible clock. A simple analogue or digital watch without connectivity helps you manage time; smartwatches are usually prohibited.
Clear water bottle and light snack
Sessions can be long and consecutive. Bring water and something small to eat between papers; check room rules with the provider.
Transport and arrival plan
Plan to arrive at least 30–45 minutes early to locate the room and settle. Confirm the venue and access route in advance.
Review the official exam structure
Make sure you know the number of questions, optionality, and time allowed for this subject as published by UCLM. If any detail is unclear, confirm with the provider.
needs_review: specific material prohibitions
Rules on mobile phones, smartwatches, and correction fluid vary by centre and year. Confirm the exact prohibited-items list with the provider before exam day.
Plan the day
Consolidate, do not cram new content. Re-read your summary sheets on dihedral projection, axonometric systems, scales, tangencies, and standardised drawing conventions. Do two or three timed past-paper-style exercises under exam conditions, focusing on layout, line quality, and clean construction. Check your instrument kit: sharpen pencils, test the compass, confirm the calculator works. Locate the exam venue and plan your route and travel time.
Light review only: skim your error log and key formulas (scale factors, typical construction steps). Prepare your bag with ID, admission document, instruments, calculator, watch, water, and snack. Set two alarms. Sleep early; avoid late-night study that reduces precision in graphical work.
Eat a proper breakfast and arrive at the venue 30–45 minutes early. Re-check that your ID and admission document are with you. Keep your kit organised so you can start drawing immediately. Listen carefully to the invigilator's instructions and fill in your personal data on the answer sheets before the timer starts.
Read the whole paper before drawing. Identify compulsory and optional questions, note the marks for each, and choose your options deliberately. Allocate time proportionally to marks and reserve 10–15 minutes at the end for checking and finishing line work.
Start with the questions you are most confident about to secure marks. Draw construction lines lightly and darken final lines only when the solution is confirmed. Label points, views, and axes clearly. Keep the layout tidy: examiners reward clarity and correct standardised representation, not just the final result.
Check that every chosen question is answered, that scales and units are stated where required, and that no construction lines obscure the final drawing. Verify your name and details on all sheets. Stop drawing when instructed.
Rules to check
Bring original identification (DNI, passport, or residence card) and place it on the desk for inspection. Without valid ID you may be refused entry; confirm the accepted documents with the provider.
Follow the invigilator's instructions at all times. Do not start writing or drawing before the signal and stop immediately when time is called.
Electronic devices such as mobile phones and smartwatches must normally be switched off and stored away. Confirm the centre's exact policy with the provider.
Answer only the number of questions required and respect the optionality of the paper. Extra answers beyond the permitted number are usually not marked; check the paper's instructions.
Use only permitted materials. If you are unsure whether a calculator, coloured pencils, or correction fluid are allowed, ask the invigilator before the exam begins or confirm with the provider in advance.
Breaks during the exam are generally not permitted; if you need to leave the room, you will normally be accompanied. Confirm the specific procedure with the provider.
Scoring follows the official UCLM marking criteria for this subject. Presentation, correct construction, and standardised notation can affect your mark, so keep drawings clean and well labelled.
Any irregularity, such as communicating with other candidates or using unauthorised material, may lead to disqualification. If in doubt about a rule, ask before acting.