Chapter 1

Question 1

Types of construction drawings

Answer 1

• Architectural drawing
• Civil and Structural drawing (consists of: drains, roads, culverts)
• Mechanical and Electrical drawing (consists of: air conditioning, water and gas piping)
• Topography / survey plan (consists of: height of ground level of the proposed building and its surrounding)

Question 2

Purpose of setting out

Answer 2

Setting out is required to mark out the proposed area for construction

Question 3

Personnel involved in construction

Answer 3

• Consultant
• Contractor
• Sub-contractor

Question 4

Types of construction activities

Answer 4

• Architectural work
• External works (drain, culvert, driveway)
• Superstructure construction

Question 5

Types of preliminary work

Answer 5

• Access to site
• Traffic routes for equipment
• Storage of materials
• Location of site office
• Sheds for bar bending and formwork fabrication
• Fencing and hoardings