CDT Flash Cards Import 13
What are the four project teams?
A. Architect, Engineer, Contractor, Subcontractor
B. Owner, Design, Contractor, Supplier
C. Owner, Engineer, Contractor, Subcontractor
D. Architect, Designer, Contractor, Supplier
B. Owner, Design, Contractor, Supplier
What are the stages of the facility life cycle?
A. Programming, Schematic Design, Design Development, Procurement, Construction, Closeout
B. Design, Construction Documents, Procurement, Construction, Occupancy
C. Project Conception, Design, Construction Documents, Procurement, Construction, Facility Management
D. Project Conception, Design, Bidding, Award, Construction, Facility Management
C. Project Conception, Design, Construction Documents, Procurement, Construction, Facility Management
What are the written formats used for construction information?
A. OmniClass, UniFormat, MasterFormat, SectionFormat, PageFormat, PPDFormat
B. UniFormat, MasterFormat, SectionFormat, PageFormat, DrawingFormat, SpecFormat
C. OmniClass, UniFormat, MasterFormat, SpecFormat, PageFormat, PPDFormat
D. OmniClass, UniFormat, MasterFormat, SectionFormat, PageFormat, BIMFormat
C. OmniClass, UniFormat, MasterFormat, SpecFormat, PageFormat, PPDFormat
What are the four major components of the U.S. National CAD Standard?
A. AIA CAD Layer Guidelines, CSI Uniform Drawing System (UDS), CAD File Management, 3D Modeling Standards
B. AIA CAD Layer Guidelines, CSI Uniform Drawing System (UDS), BIM Implementation, Plotting Guidelines
C. CAD File Management, BIM Implementation, Plotting Guidelines, 3D Modeling Standards
D. AIA CAD Layer Guidelines, CSI Uniform Drawing System (UDS), Drawing Standards, File Naming Conventions
D. AIA CAD Layer Guidelines, CSI Uniform Drawing System (UDS), Drawing Standards, File Naming Conventions
What was the legal outcome of the Spearin Doctrine?
A. 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, also referred to as an implied warranty.
B. A contractor is not responsible for errors or omissions in the construction documents prepared by the architect/engineer.
C. The owner is ultimately responsible for the accuracy and completeness of the construction documents.
D. The architect/engineer is liable for any defects in the construction that result from errors or omissions in the construction documents.
A. 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, also referred to as an implied warranty.
How does the EPA describe green building?
A. Constructing buildings that use renewable energy sources and minimize their carbon footprint.
B. Developing healthier methods of construction, operation, and demolition of buildings while also using resources more efficiently.
C. Designing and constructing buildings that are aesthetically pleasing and blend in with their surroundings.
D. Utilizing sustainable materials and construction practices that minimize waste and pollution.
B. Developing healthier methods of construction, operation, and demolition of buildings while also using resources more efficiently.
What are the four Cs of effective communication?
A. Clear, Concise, Complete, Correct
B. Clear, Concise, Comprehensive, Consistent
C. Clear, Concise, Complete, Courteous
D. Clear, Concise, Comprehensive, Correct
A. Clear, Concise, Complete, Correct
Which format organizes construction, operation, and maintenance information based on work results?
A. UniFormat
B. MasterFormat
C. SectionFormat
D. OmniClass
B. MasterFormat
What are the six rules used by courts when interpreting contracting documents?
A. Autonomy to contract, Entire agreement, Specific takes precedence over general, Trade customs, Practical interpretation, Construction against the drafter, Parol Evidence Rule
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, Practical interpretation, Construction against the drafter, Statute of Frauds
D. Autonomy to contract, Specific takes precedence over general, Trade customs, Practical interpretation, Construction against the drafter, Contra Proferentem
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. Scope, Budget, Schedule, Quality
C. Site, Sustainability, Accessibility, Aesthetics
D. User needs, Building codes, Zoning regulations, Environmental impact
A. Function, Form, Economy, Time
Which type of study provides information on the subsurface conditions of a site?
A. Environmental site assessment
B. Topographic survey
C. Geotechnical investigation
D. Traffic study
C. Geotechnical investigation
What costs are included in the project budget?
A. All costs associated with the project, including programming, design, procurement, construction, occupancy
B. Only the hard costs (tangible) associated with the project, such as materials and labor
C. Only the soft costs (non-tangible) associated with the project, such as design fees and permits
D. All costs except for contingencies and financing costs
A. All costs associated with the project, including programming, design, procurement, construction, occupancy
What type of insurance policy covers buildings under construction against various perils?
A) Liability Insurance
B) Property Insurance
C) All-Risk Builders Risk Insurance
D) Workers’ Compensation Insurance
C) All-Risk Builders Risk Insurance
What scheduling approach prioritizes meeting a specific completion date?
A) Critical Path Method (CPM)
B) Methods Technique (MT)
C) Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT)
D) Gantt Chart
B) Methods Technique (MT)
What is the primary purpose of zoning regulations, and what kinds of restrictions might they impose?
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 establish building codes to ensure public safety and health.
C. Zoning regulations dictate the materials and methods used in construction projects.
D. Zoning regulations set standards for environmental impact assessments.
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. Design Commissioning, Construction Commissioning, Occupancy Commissioning
C. Mechanical Commissioning, Electrical Commissioning, Plumbing Commissioning
D. Pre-functional Commissioning, Functional Commissioning, Post-occupancy 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 (PPD), _Uniformat
B. Outline specifications, _MasterFormat
C. Construction drawings, _UniFormat
D. Project manual, _OmniClass
A. Preliminary Project Description (PPD), _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 (PPD)
B. Outline specifications
C. Construction drawings
D. Project manual
B. Outline specifications
What regulations directly influence the design of a project?
A. Zoning regulations, Building codes, Environmental regulations, Accessibility standards
B. Building codes, Land development regulations, Accessibility, Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA)
C. Fire safety codes, Structural design standards, Energy efficiency requirements, Sustainability guidelines
D. Health and safety regulations, Occupational safety standards, Construction waste management regulations, Noise pollution ordinances
B. Building codes, Land development regulations, Accessibility, Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA)
What are the four types of cost-estimating methods, their descriptions, and their accuracies, and when are they used?
A. Conceptual (30-50%), Schematic (20-30%), Design Development (10-15%), Construction Documents (5-10%)
B. Order of Magnitude (20-25%), Programming or schematic design phase; Unit of Measure (15-20%), Schematic design phase; Assemblies/Systems (10%), Design development phase; Unit Price (3-5%), Construction documents phase
C. Rough Order of Magnitude (50-100%), Feasibility study phase; Square Foot (25-50%), Programming phase; Assemblies (15-25%), Schematic design phase; Detailed (5-15%), Design development phase
D. Parametric (10-20%), Programming phase; Comparative (5-15%), Schematic design phase; Unit Cost (3-10%), Design development phase; Detailed Estimate (1-5%), Construction documents phase
B. Order of Magnitude (20-25%), Programming or schematic design phase; Unit of Measure (15-20%), Schematic design phase; Assemblies/Systems (10%), Design development phase; Unit Price (3-5%), Construction documents phase
What is the primary difference between life cycle costs and value analysis?
A. Life cycle costs focus on long-term costs, while value analysis focuses on initial costs.
B. Life cycle costs consider all costs associated with a building over its lifetime, while value analysis identifies opportunities to reduce costs and improve value.
C. Life cycle costs are primarily used during the design phase, while value analysis is used during the construction phase.
D. Life cycle costs are used to assess the environmental impact of a building, while value analysis focuses on economic factors.
B. Life cycle costs consider all costs associated with a building over its lifetime, while value analysis identifies opportunities to reduce costs and improve value
Which of the following correctly pairs a project variable control method with its appropriate usage?
A. Allowances: Used for purchasing products or when the quantity of work is unknown.
Alternates: Used for alternative design approaches or materials to maximize available funds.
Unit Prices: Used when the extent of work is unknown or likely to change.
B. Alternates: Used for purchasing products or when the quantity of work is unknown.
Unit Prices: Used for alternative design approaches or materials to maximize available funds.
Allowances: Used when the extent of work is unknown or likely to change.
C. Unit Prices: Used for purchasing products or when the quantity of work is unknown.
Allowances: Used for alternative design approaches or materials to maximize available funds.
Alternates: Used when the extent of work is unknown or likely to change.
D. None of the above.
A. Allowances: Used for purchasing products or when the quantity of work is unknown.
Alternates: Used for alternative design approaches or materials to maximize available funds.
Unit Prices: Used when the extent of work is unknown or likely to change.
Which of the following best describes the difference between Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) in design activities?
A. QA focuses on preventing defects, while QC focuses on identifying and correcting defects.
B. QA is a proactive process, while QC is a reactive process.
C. QA is concerned with the processes used to produce the design, while QC is concerned with the final product.
D. All of the above.
D. All of the above.
What are some examples of tools and documents that can be used to document the decision-making process?
A. Meeting minutes, emails, phone logs, site visit reports
B. Project management applications, Building Information Modeling (BIM), Checklists, Meeting minutes
C. Contracts, specifications, drawings, shop drawings
D. Change orders, requests for information, submittals, field reports
B. Project management applications, Building Information Modeling (BIM), Checklists, Meeting minutes
Who is typically responsible for obtaining an All-Risk Builders Risk insurance policy?
A) Contractor only
B) Owner only
C) Architect/Engineer
D) Either owner or contractor (dependent on contract terms)
D) Either owner or contractor (dependent on contract terms)
Which method determines the longest sequence of dependent activities?
A) Methods Technique (MT)
B) Critical Path Method (CPM)
C) Resource Allocation Method (RAM)
D) Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK)
B) Critical Path Method (CPM)
Which document serves as the foundation for revising construction cost estimates, schedules, and value analysis studies, and what classification standard is used to organize it?
A. Outline specifications
B. Project schedule
C. Bid forms
D. Construction drawings
A. Outline specifications
Which method is used to provide flexibility in the budget for items that are difficult to estimate accurately during the design phase?
A. Allowances
B. Alternates
C. Unit Prices
D. Change Orders
A. Allowances
When might an owner use alternate bids?
A. To reduce the overall project cost
B. To explore different design options
C. To expedite the construction schedule
D. To simplify the bidding process
B. To explore different design options
Which method is commonly used for items like landscaping or site work where the exact quantity is uncertain?
A. Allowances
B. Alternates
C. Unit Prices
D. Change Orders
A. Allowances
