CDT Flash Cards Import 12
- What are the four Cs of effective communication?
A. Clear, Concise, Complete, Correct
B. Cost, Clarity, Conciseness, Completion
C. Cost, Communication, Clarity, Completion
D. Clear, Concise, Client, Correct
A. Clear, Concise, Complete, Correct
- The EPA describes green building as which of the following?
A. Developing healthier methods of construction, operation, and demolition of buildings.
B. Developing healthier methods of construction, operation, and demolition of buildings while also using resources more efficiently.
C. Developing modern methods of construction while also reducing the carbon footprint.
D. Developing healthier methods of construction, operation, and demolition of buildings while also using more recycled content.
B. Developing healthier methods of construction, operation, and demolition of buildings while also using resources more efficiently.
- A contractor is entitled to rely on the construction documents provided by the owner (prepared by the architect/engineer) to be sufficient for their intended purpose. What legal precedent supports this principle?
A. The Spearin Doctrine
B. The Davis-Bacon Act
C. The Miller Act
D. The AIA A201
A. The Spearin Doctrine
- Which format organizes construction, operation, and maintenance information based on work results?
A. UniFormat
B. MasterFormat
C. SectionFormat
D. PageForma
B. MasterFormat
- What are the four project teams?
A. Owner, Lender, Contractor, Supplier
B. Owner, Architect, Contractor, Sub-Contractor
C. Owner, Design, Contractor, Supplier
D. Owner, Design, Contractor, Municipality
C. Owner, Design, Contractor, Supplier
- What are the six rules used by courts when interpreting contracting documents?
A. Consideration, Offer, Acceptance, Capacity, Legality, Breach of Agreement
B. Autonomy to contract, Entire agreement, Specific takes precedence over general, Trade customs, Practical interpretation, Construction against the drafter
C. Autonomy to contract, Entire agreement, Specific takes precedence over general, Trade customs, Practical interpretation, Specific Performance
D. Offer, Acceptance, Meeting of the Minds, Legality, Consideration, Mitigation
B. Autonomy to contract, Entire agreement, Specific takes precedence over general, Trade customs, Practical interpretation, Construction against the drafter
- What are the four considerations that should be identified during facility programming?
A. Function, Form, Economy, Time
B. Function, Form, Economy, Zoning
C. Budget, Function, Form, Time
D. Budget, Function, Form, Economy
A. Function, Form, Economy, Time
- Which type of study provides information on the subsurface conditions of a site?
A. Zoning Report
B. Environmental Site Assessment
C. Geotechnical Investigation
D. ALTA Survey
**C. Geotechnical Investigation **
- What is the difference between the two approaches to scheduling?
A. The Critical Path Method focuses on the shortest path, while the Methods Technique focuses on the longest path.
B. The Methods Technique establishes the required date of occupancy and identifies milestone dates by working backward. It is used when the completion date is most important. The Critical Path Method determines the longest path for completion based on activities that are dependent on each other.
C. The Methods Technique establishes the longest path for completion based on activities dependent on each other. The Critical Path Method focuses on milestone dates and shortest path, identifying critical tasks that need to be completed on time to meet the project deadline.
D. The Methods Technique focuses on task duration, while the Critical Path Method focuses on task dependencies.
B. The Methods Technique establishes the required date of occupancy and identifies milestone dates by working backward. It is used when the completion date is most important. The Critical Path Method determines the longest path for completion based on activities that are dependent on each other.
- What is the purpose of zoning regulations?
A. Zoning regulations define the permitted and conditional uses of land by regulating the type and size of a facility, its use, its function, and the density of improvements.
B. Zoning regulations define the permitted and conditional uses of land by regulating the type and size of a facility, its use, its function, and allowed setbacks.
C. Zoning regulations are designed to address environmental impact and are regulated by the EPA.
D. Zoning regulations are put in place to protect the health and safety of the occupants and are governed by building codes.
A. Zoning regulations define the permitted and conditional uses of land by regulating the type and size of a facility, its use, its function, and the density of improvements.
- What are the three types of commissioning?
A. Total Project Commissioning, Systems and Equipment Commissioning, Building Envelope Commissioning
B. Total Building Commissioning, Systems and Equipment Commissioning, Building Envelope Commissioning
C. Total Project Commissioning, Systems Commissioning, Building Commissioning
D. Total Project Commissioning, Mechanical Commissioning, Electrical Commissioning
**A. Total Project Commissioning, Systems and Equipment Commissioning, Building Envelope Commissioning **
- What document describes the scope and relationships of major elements organized in terms of building systems and components, and what classification standard is used to organize this document?
A. Preliminary Project Description (PPDFormat)
B. Outline Specifications (MasterFormat)
C. Preliminary Project Description (UniFormat)
D. Outline Specifications (UniFormat)
**C. Preliminary Project Description (UniFormat) **
- What document is used as the basis for revising estimates of probable construction cost, schedules, and value analysis studies and what classification standard is used to organize this document?
A. Preliminary Project Description (PPDFormat)
B. Outline Specifications (MasterFormat)
C. Preliminary Project Description (UniFormat)
D. Outline Specifications (UniFormat)
B. Outline Specifications (MasterFormat)
- What regulations directly influence the design of a project?
A. Building codes, Land development regulations, Accessibility, Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA)
B. Building codes, Land development regulations, Zoning, Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA)
C. Zoning, Land development regulations, Accessibility, Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA)
D. Building codes, Land development regulations, Accessibility, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
**A. Building codes, Land development regulations, Accessibility, Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) **
- What is the difference between life cycle costs and value analysis?
A. Life Cycle Costs analyze initial cost, while Value Analysis analyzes long-term cost.
B. Life Cycle Costs are based on the total cost of ownership, including design fees, construction operation, maintenance, renovations/alterations/additions, and salvaged materials. Value Analysis identifies alternative methods, systems, or materials, may enhance value and reduce initial or long-term costs, and is most effective when implemented early in the design.
C. Life Cycle Costs focus on the initial cost of construction, while Value Analysis focuses on the long-term operational and maintenance costs.
D. Life Cycle Costs encompass the total cost of ownership, while Value Analysis seeks to reduce costs by substituting materials and finishes.
B. Life Cycle Costs are based on the total cost of ownership, including design fees, construction operation, maintenance, renovations/alterations/additions, and salvaged materials. Value Analysis identifies alternative methods, systems, or materials, may enhance value and reduce initial or long-term costs, and is most effective when implemented early in the design.
