La Rioja PAU Technical Drawing Applied to Plastic Arts and Design II exam-day guide
La Rioja PAU Technical Drawing Applied to Plastic Arts and Design II · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Official ID document
Bring the original ID (DNI, passport, or residence card) that matches your registration. Confirm with the provider which documents are accepted and whether a photocopy is valid.
Exam admission slip or registration confirmation
Print or download the document issued by the Universidad de La Rioja or the coordinating body. Confirm with the provider whether a printed copy is mandatory or a digital version is accepted.
Black or blue ballpoint pens and spare
Bring at least two pens in the same ink colour for written answers and labels. Confirm with the provider if a specific ink colour is required for the official answer sheets.
Pencils (HB and 2B), eraser, sharpener
Use HB for construction lines and 2B for final outlines. A kneaded eraser is useful but not essential; bring a standard eraser as backup.
Technical drawing instruments
Compass with spare leads, set squares (30-60-90 and 45-45-90), ruler, protractor, and French curves if permitted. Confirm with the provider whether any instrument is prohibited.
Colour media allowed by the instructions
Coloured pencils, markers, or fineliners for the plastic arts and design component. Confirm with the provider the exact list of permitted media and whether water-based media are allowed.
Approved calculator
Bring a non-programmable calculator if the instructions permit it. Confirm with the provider the model restrictions and whether graphing calculators are banned.
Clear pencil case or transparent bag
Many venues require transparent storage for instruments. Confirm with the provider whether a clear pencil case is mandatory.
Analogue watch
Bring a simple watch to manage time; smartwatches and phones are usually not allowed at the desk. Confirm with the provider the policy on electronic devices.
Water bottle with label removed
Bring a clear bottle without labels. Confirm with the provider whether drinks are allowed in the exam room.
Location and timing plan
Check the exact building and room assignment on the official call. Visit the venue beforehand or plan the route, and arrive at least 30 minutes early. Confirm with the provider the door-opening time and late-entry policy.
Review the official instructions for the drawing section
Re-read the cover page of the exam model you practised with: format, paper size, and whether auxiliary construction lines must be shown. Confirm with the provider the current year's structure and scoring weights.
Plan the day
Do one full timed mock under exam conditions using the official model structure: 90 minutes for the technical drawing part and 90 minutes for the plastic arts and design part, or the distribution stated in the current call. Review errors and make a one-page sheet of formulas, geometric constructions, and colour-mixing reminders. Prepare and pack all instruments, test the compass, and confirm the venue and start time on the official notice.
Stop learning new content. Re-read your summary sheet and the instructions for each section. Pack the checklist items in a transparent bag, lay out clothes and ID, check transport times, set two alarms, and sleep at your usual time. Avoid cramming new exercises that could undermine confidence.
Eat a normal breakfast and arrive at least 30 minutes early. Check that you have ID, admission slip, pens, pencils, instruments, colour media, and calculator. Use the waiting time for calm breathing, not for last-minute study. Once seated, check that the answer sheets and paper match the instructions and report any defect immediately.
Read all options and questions first and note the scoring weights. Allocate time proportionally: start with the section you control best, keep construction lines light, and reserve 10–15 minutes to check labels, units, and that every answer is transferred to the official sheet. If a construction blocks you, move on and return later. For the design section, plan the composition and colour scheme before rendering.
Rules to check
Bring the original ID document required by the call and keep it visible on the desk throughout the exam; confirm with the provider which documents are accepted.
Electronic devices, including mobile phones and smartwatches, must normally be switched off and stored away from the desk; confirm with the provider the exact device policy and consequences of a breach.
Do not communicate with other candidates or exchange materials during the exam; raise your hand and wait for an invigilator if you need help.
Breaks and leaving the room are usually restricted; confirm with the provider whether toilet breaks are allowed and whether they are escorted.
Write only in the designated answer areas and use the ink colour specified for official sheets; confirm with the provider whether pencil is accepted for drawings and labels.
Use only the drawing instruments and colour media permitted in the instructions; confirm with the provider the list of prohibited materials before the exam.
Scoring follows the official rubric published with the call, including the weighting of technical drawing and plastic arts and design sections; confirm with the provider the current weightings and penalties for illegible or unlabelled work.
Academic misconduct can lead to annulment of the exam; follow the invigilator's instructions at all times and confirm with the provider the procedure for reporting incidents.