PAU Technical Drawing II (Galicia) exam-day guide
PAU Technical Drawing II (Galicia) · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Official photo ID
Bring the identity document required by the university or examining body (DNI, passport, or equivalent). Confirm with the provider which documents are accepted and whether a copy is valid.
Exam admission/registration proof
Carry any receipt, registration confirmation, or candidate list reference the provider issues. Confirm with the provider whether printed proof is required or whether the list is published at the venue.
Approved drawing instruments
Bring a compass, set squares (30-60-90 and 45-45-90), ruler/scale, protractor, sharp pencils (HB and 2H or similar), eraser, and pencil sharpener. Confirm with the provider whether any instrument type is restricted.
Pen types for final inking
Include a black fineliner or technical pen and a blue or black ballpoint for written answers and labels. Confirm with the provider whether ink is mandatory for final lines or pencil is accepted.
Colouring/hatching materials
Bring pencils or markers for shading, hatching, and colour conventions if your preparation uses them. Confirm with the provider whether colour is expected or optional in the specific paper.
Clear pencil case and no prohibited items
Use a transparent case and leave phones, smartwatches, and notes outside. Confirm with the provider the exact list of prohibited devices and whether phones must be handed in.
Watch (non-smart)
A simple analogue or non-connected digital watch helps you pace the paper if the room clock is not visible. Confirm with the provider whether personal watches are permitted in the room.
Water and light snack
Bring water in a clear container and a small snack for before or after the test. Confirm with the provider whether food and drink are allowed at the desk.
Layer clothing
Exam halls vary in temperature and the paper is long; dress in layers you can remove. No confirmation needed beyond venue comfort rules.
Review the official instructions
Re-read the paper's cover instructions, scoring breakdown, and any construction or notation conventions the provider publishes. Confirm with the provider where these are published.
Plan transport and arrival time
Check the venue, room, and recommended arrival time in advance and plan a buffer. Confirm with the provider the exact call time and late-entry policy.
Practice a timed full paper
Complete at least one full-length paper under time with your own instruments so you know your pace and which constructions take longest.
Plan the day
Do a final timed full paper or two half-papers. Review your error log for recurring mistakes in tangencies, dihedral angles, and dimensioning. Check that every instrument works: compass needle sharp, lead refills present, set squares not warped. Confirm venue, room, and call time with the provider.
Stop learning new content. Re-read your one-page summary of construction steps and notation conventions. Pack the pencil case and ID. Prepare clothes, water, and transport plan. Sleep at your normal time; avoid late-night cramming.
Eat a normal meal, arrive early, and re-check that phones and smart devices are left outside or handed in as required. Skim the paper's instructions before writing. Set out instruments in a stable layout and sharpen pencils before the start signal.
Read the whole paper first and note the marks per question. Start with the constructions you are most confident in to secure marks, then tackle harder items. Keep auxiliary lines light and final lines firm. Label points, write dimensions and units clearly, and reserve the last 10-15 minutes to check completeness, notation, and that every required view or dimension is present.
Rules to check
Follow the invigilator's instructions at all times; they override anything in your preparation materials. Confirm with the provider any rule you are unsure about before exam day.
Bring and display the required photo ID on the desk. Confirm with the provider which documents are accepted and what happens if ID is missing.
Do not use phones, smartwatches, or connected devices during the test; leave them outside the room or hand them in as instructed. Confirm with the provider the exact device policy.
Breaks and leaving the room are usually restricted during the paper; raise your hand and wait for the invigilator. Confirm with the provider the break and toilet policy for this exam.
Write only in the spaces or answer sheets the paper provides, and keep your candidate details legible. Confirm with the provider whether extra sheets are allowed and how they must be labelled.
Marks are awarded for correct construction, accuracy, and clear notation, so show auxiliary lines and label points even when the final figure looks right. Confirm with the provider the published scoring criteria.
Academic honesty applies: no notes, no communication with other candidates, and no sharing of instruments beyond what the invigilator permits. Confirm with the provider the consequences of any irregularity.