Meaning

• A simplified line drawing used by scientists, engineers, technologists and others to illustrate a system at an abstract level. Schematic drawings often use standard symbols for clarity.

  "I'll have to study the schematics for the new integrated circuit before I can create a good layout."

Meaning

• Represented too simply or in an overly formulaic way, reflecting a shallow or incomplete understanding of complex subject matter

• Sketchy, incomplete

• Relating to a schema