Chapter 21 Flashcards

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AHJ

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Authority Having Jurisdiction
The building official, electrical
inspector, fire marshal, or other
individuals or entities
responsible for interpretation
and enforcement of local
building and electrical codes.
TDMM.* Page G-14

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As-Built

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The documentation of
measurements, location, and
quantities of material work
performed. May be in the form
of marked up documents or
other work order forms.
TDMM.* Page G-12

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Bidders’ Conference

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A meeting conducted by the
issuer of a request for quote or
request for proposal to review
and address any questions from
respondents (bidders) with
regard to the bid documents.
TDMM.* Page G-20

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BIM

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Building Information Modeling
The process of generating and
managing buildina data during a
facility’s life cycle using three-
dimensional models of a building
and incorporating detailed product
information, quantities, and
properties into those models.
TDMM.* Page 21-51

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BOM

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Bill of Materials
A list of the quantity and specific
types of materials to be used on
a project. This list also should
consider miscellaneous
hardware (e.g., screws, bolts).
TDMM.* Page G-20

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Change Order

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Formal document that defines
the required changes in project
scope and identifies associated
changes to the time frame, the
dollar amounts, or both.
TDMM.* Page 21-40

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Code

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A rule or set of rules intended to
ensure safety during the
installation and use of materials,
components, fixtures, systems,
premises, and related subjects.
TDMM.* Page 21-30

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Commissioning

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The start-up of a system that
includes testing and adjusting
the systems to ensure proper
functioning and adherence to
design criteria.
TDMM.* Page G-41

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Design-Build
Construction

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A delivery method whereby the
owner contracts with a single
entity known as the
DB team.
TDMM.* Page 21-37

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OBS

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Organization Breakdown
Structure
A hierarchal chart that visually
represents people and
organizations who are
stakeholders in a project
regardless of their company or
organizations. An OBS should
include contact information for
each team member.
TDMM.* Page G-135

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Project Management

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A discipline that encompasses
planning, organizing, and
managing resources to achieve
successful completion of
specific project goals
and objectives.
TDMM.* Page 21-5

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RFI

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Request for Information
A type of document or process,
generated by either an owner,
owner’s agent, or contractor, to
obtain information or to clarify
the capabilities of various
products, services, processes or
requirements.
TDMM.* Page G-163

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RFP

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Request for Proposal
An invitation for the design
professionals (e.g., architect,
engineer, consultant) or
contractors to submit a
proposal for services.
TDMM.* Page 21-36

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RFQ

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Request for Quotation
A type of procurement
document or process used to
solicit prices from prospective
providers of products or
services.
TDMM.* Page G-764

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Risk

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A vulnerability to or potential for
loss from a threat or event.
TDMM.* Page G-167

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Risk Management

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The process of identifying risks
and developing the strategy and
tactics needed to eliminate,
mitigate, or manage them.
TDMM.* Page G-167

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Schematic Design

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A structural or procedural
diagram used in association
with telecommunications and
electrical systems.
TDMM.* Page G-170

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SoW

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Scope of Work
A contractual vehicle for
expressing the specific
agreement between contractor
and the owner of the project.
TDMM.* Page 21-10

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Shall

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A term frequently used in codes
and standards publications that
indicates a mandatory
requirement.
TDMM.* Page G-174

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Should

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Frequently used in codes and
standards publications, the term
indicates the statement is
advised but not required.
TDMM.* Page G-175

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WBS

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Work Breakdown Structure
A breakdown of all of a project’s
main work elements into
smaller, more manageable,
activity groupings.
TDMM.* Page 21-18

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What is Six Sigma?

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A project-driven method aimed
at sustainable business
performance improvement
TDMM.* Page 21-4

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Name 8 traits of a good
Project Manager (PM).

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1 .Conflict management skills
2.Organizational skills
3.Ability to assume authority
4.Ability to focus on key issues
5.Good communication skills
6.Flexibility
7.Personal accountability
8.Ability to coordinate with diverse groups
TDMM.* Page 21-5

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Name the 3 basic steps
for managing a
telecommunications
project.

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1 .Build a project plan
2. Track and manage the project
3.CIose the project
TDMM.* Page 21-6

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What is the role of a PM?
To develop a team from among the individuals involved in the project, which requires both leadership and planning TDMM.* Page 21-6
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Which TPM knowledge area includes project safety and personnel issues?
Human resource management TDMM.* Page 21-6
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Which TPM knowledge area includes a list of assumptions about the project?
Scope management TDMM.* Page 21-6
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Which TPM knowledge area covers running multiple small projects as one large project?
Integration management TDMM.* Page 21-7
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Which TPM knowledge area includes the project's schedule?
Time management TDMM.* Page 21-7
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Which TPM knowledge area includes the project's budget?
Cost management TDMM.* Page 21-7
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Which TPM knowledge area includes client value items such as punctuality?
Quality management TDMM.* Page 21-7
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Which TPM knowledge area would cover the use of a "war room"?
Communications management TDMM.* Page 21-7
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What should be completed prior to submitting a project proposal as part of risk management?
Risk assessment TDMM.* Page 21-7
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Which TPM knowledge area covers the storage costs of bulk purchases?
Procurement management TDMM.* Page 21-8
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Which TPM knowledge area includes the identification of all internal and external parties holding an interest in the project?
Stakeholder management TDMM:Page21-81
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What is the purpose of a lessons learned meeting?
To discuss what went well and what could be improved TDMM.* Page 21-9
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What does the scope of work establish?
The requirements for the performance of work to achieve the project objectives TDMM.* Page 21-9
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What do the words "should" and "may" indicate when they are included in the SOW?
That the requested action is purely optional TDMM.* Page 21-9
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What does the word "shall" indicate when it is included in the SOW?
That the requested action is mandatory TDMM.* Page 21-9
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What are risks associated with having a poorly defined SOW?
Capable contractors may decline to bid on the project, or they may dispute their responsibilities during the construction phase. TDMM.* Page 21-70
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What step can be taken to manage a client's expectations for a project?
Develop detailed documents on the front end of the project TDMM.* Page 21-10
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Name 3 types of Sows.
1 .Performance 2.Design 3.Combination of both TDMM: Page 21-11
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What type of SOW tells the contractor the objectives and parameters to be accomplished and the end goal or desired achievement?
Performance type TDMM.* 21-11
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What type of SOW directs the contractor to use specific products and materials?
Design type TDMM.* Page 21-11
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Name the 4 steps that are involved in preparing the SOW.
1 .Perform basic planning 2.Outline the SOW 3.Organize the project team 4.Write and review TDMM.* Page 21-11
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Name 4 benefits of creating an outline for the SOW.
1. Allows full attention to be directed to the technical content 2. Helps to guard against significant admissions 3. Aids in achieving continuity throughout the project 4. Helps eliminate redundant material and work TDMM.* Page 21-13
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True or False Progress reports are considered deliverables.
False. Progress reports are not considered deliverables because they are not the final result of a task. TDMM.* Page 21-14
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Who is responsible for holding a safety meeting at the start of the project?
Safety coordinator TDMM.* Page 21-16
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What is the recommended method for identifying the people and organizations needed to complete the project as detailed in the SOW?
Organization breakdown structure (OBS) TDMM.* Page 21-17
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Name 4 elements that must be included in a WBS.
1 .Planning and design activities 2. Project approval and start 3. ImpIementation of work elements 4. Completing the project TDMM.* Page 21-18
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How many hours are usually included in a work package?
40 TDMM.* Page 21-18
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How are PERT diagrams used?
To calculate the start and finish date for each activity on the project TDMM.* Page 21-21
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What does a Gantt chart use to show the duration of an activity?
Bar chart from start to finish date TDMM.* Page 21-22
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How does a Gantt chart differ from a PERT chart?
Unlike a PERT chart, the Gantt chart does not show predecessor or successor relationships. TDMM.* Page 21-22
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Name 5 methods for developing an estimate.
1 .AnaIogous 2.Parametric 3.Engineering 4.Subcontractor bids 5.PERT TDMM.* Page 21-23
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What is the basis of an analogous estimate?
The time or cost it took to perform similar work in the past TDMM.* Page 21-23
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Name 3 parameters that could be used as a basis for PERT estimates.
1 .Dollar/foot 2.DolIar/drop time 3.Cost TDMM.* Page 21-23
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Who develops the engineering estimate?
The client TDMM.* Page 21-23
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What type of price is provided in a subcontractor bid?
A price that will not be exceeded TDMM.* Page 21-23
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Name the 3 estimates used by the PERT program to develop a weighted average estimate.
1 .Optimistic estimate 2.Most likely estimate 3.Pessimistic estimate TDMM.* Page 21-23
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What information is provided in the optimistic estimate?
The lowest projected cost or fastest time TDMM.* Page 21-23
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What is the PERT formula?
(Optimistic + (4 x Most Likely) + Pessimistic)/6 TDMM.* Page 21-23
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What is the relationship between the pessimistic and most likely estimates and project risk?
The greater the difference between the estimates, the greater the risk. TDMM.* Page 21-23
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When is an activity labeled "high risk" based on PERT estimates?
When the difference between the most likely and pessimistic estimates is greater than 10 percent TDMM.* Page 21-24
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What does the SPI represent?
The amount a project is ahead or behind schedule TDMM.* Page 21-24
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What does an SPI value of 1 indicate?
The project is on schedule. TDMM.* Page 21-24
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What does an SPI value that is less than 1 indicate?
The project is behind schedule. TDMM.* Page 21-24
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What does an SPI value that is greater than 1 indicate?
The project is ahead of schedule. TDMM.* Page 21-24
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What does a CPI value of less than 1 indicate?
The project is over budget. TDMM.* Page 21-26
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What does a CPI value that is greater than 1 indicate?
The project is under budget. TDMM.* Page 21-26
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What is the focus of conformance quality?
Physical quality TDMM.* Page 21-26
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What principle does conformance quality follow?
Plan, do, check, and act TDMM.* Page 21-26
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How are the results of client satisfaction surveys used?
They are used to improve performance, provide feedback to management, and, in some cases, provide bonuses to employees. TDMM.* Page 21-26
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How is client value quality measured?
On a relative basis as compared with the competition TDMM.* Page 21-26
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Who is responsible for formally approving change orders?
The client TDMM.* Page 21-28
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What is the purpose of a code?
*Ensure the practical safeguarding of persons and property from hazards *Ensure the quality of construction TDMM: Page 21-30
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Who is responsible for enforcing codes once they are adopted or ratified by the local government?
Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) TDMM.* Page 21-30
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What is a standard?
An accepted collection of requirements and recommendations for the defining, construction, evaluation, application, or comparison materials, equipment, products, and services TDMM.* Page 21-31
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What is one purpose of a standard?
To ensure a minimal level of acceptable performance TDMM.* Page 21-32
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Name the 5 key members of a design team.
1 .Designated stakeholders 2.Owner/client 3.Architect 4.Engineer 5.Consultant TDMM.* Page 21-34
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Name the 3 key members of a construction team.
1 .Construction manager (CM) 2.General contractor (GC) 3.Contractor and subcontractors TDMM.* Page 21-34
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Name 5 elements of the design phase.
1 .Programming 2.Schematic design (SD) 3.Design development (DD) 4.Construction document (CD) 5.Bidding and negotiating TDMM.* Pages 21-35 to 27-36
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Name 5 types of bid structures.
1.RFP and RFQ 2.Design-bid-build (DBB) 3.Design-build (DB) 4.Construction manager (CM) at risk 5.Integrated project delivery (IPD) TDMM.* Pages 21-36 to 21-37
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What is dictated in the RFP?
The scope of the project TDMM.* Page 21-36
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How does an RFQ differ from an RFP?
An RFQ usually provides more detail related to selecting the material, equipment, and components than an RFP does. TDMM.* Page 21-36
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Name 2 types of bids that are awarded.
1 .Low bid 2.Negotiated bid TDMM.* Page 21-38
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Who is the prime contractor?
A contractor who submits a bid to the owner and who is awarded a contract for payment from the owner TDMM.* Page 21-38
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What is a punch list?
A document that summarizes corrections a contractor must make prior to accepting work as complete TDMM.* Page 21-40
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What is the GC's primary role during construction?
To complete the work TDMM.* Page 21-39
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Name 3 types of contracts.
1 .Stipulated sum 2.Cost plus fee 3.Unit price TDMM.* Page 21-40
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When is a unit price contract used?
When the actual SOW cannot be determined at the time of the bid TDMM: Page 21-40
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Which form tells the contractor the date to begin work?
Notice to proceed TDMM.* Page 21-40
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What is the purpose of meeting minutes?
To keep track of issues raised in meetings and form the agenda for subsequent meetings TDMM.* Page 21-40
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What is the purpose of the RFI?
To obtain a formal response to contract documents TDMM.* Page 21-40
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What is the purpose of a field order?
To facilitate minor changes to the requirements that do not require a change order TDMM.* Page 21-40
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What form is used to solicit a quotation from the contractor for a proposed change to the project scope?
Proposal request TDMM.* Page 21-40
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What is summarized in a punch list?
Corrections that a contractor must make prior to accepting the work as complete TDMM.* Page 21-40
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What is a submittal?
Any information that a contractor must submit to the design team for review and approval TDMM.* Page 21-41
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When do cutover and first- use activities begin?
As soon as construction is substantially completed TDMM.* Page 21-42
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Name 3 elements included in a telecommunications design.
1 .Specifications 2.Drawings 3.Cost estimates TDMM.* Page 21-43
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Name the 4 main types of specifications that can be used to define requirements.
1 .Performance 2.Proprietary 3.Descriptive 4. Reference TDMM.* Page 21-43
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What is the focus of a performance specification?
Results TDMM.* Page 21-43
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What type of specification calls out brand names?
Proprietary TDMM.* Page 21-43
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What is the focus of a descriptive specification?
Exact properties and installation methods TDMM.* Page 21-43
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What type of specification lists requirements based on an established standard?
Reference TDMM.* Page 21-43
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What is the MasterFormat@?
A list of numbers and titles compiled to organize the activities and requirements of a construction project TDMM: Page 21-44
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How are drawings generally grouped?
By discipline TDMM.* Page 21-46
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What is the purpose of the U.S. National CAD Standard?
To allow consistent and streamlined communication among owners and design/construction teams TDMM.* Page 21-48
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How are telecommunications elements organized in the BIM process?
As families, which consist of objects TDMM.* Page 21-51
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Why does the use of BIM reduce the number of change orders issued for a project?
Because the BIM is able to alert users to conflicts during the design phase of the project TDMM.* Page 21-52
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Name the 4 data fields used to create a U.S. National CAD standard layer format.
1 .Discipline designator 2.Major group 3. Two minor groups 4.Status TDMM.* Page 21-52
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Which data fields are mandatory portions of the U.S. National CAD standard layer name format?
*Discipline designator *Major group TDMM.* Page 21-53
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Name the 6 types of NCS symbols.
1 . Reference 2.Line 3.Identity 4.Template 5.Material 6.Text TDMM: Page 21-54
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Name 6 existing conditions that must be considered in the cost of a project.
1 .Soil conditions 2.Asbestos 3.Displacement and relocation 4.Hazardous materials 5.Environmental impact stories 6.Abandoned cable TDMM.* Page 21-55
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What information is included in a disaster recovery plan?
Processes and procedures for recovering and protecting a business or IT infrastructure in case of disaster or major incident TDMM.* Page 21-63
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True or False All employees should have access to the company's disaster recovery plan.
False. While every employee should be trained on the steps and procedures contained in the plan, access to the plan itself should be limited to department managers and those with a "need to know." TDMM.* Page 21-64
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What risks are associated with unauthorized persons gaining access to the disaster recovery plan?
Risks include unwanted identification of weaknesses in the organization's ICT infrastructure, sabotage, unauthorized network access, or other activities that put the ICT infrastructure at risk. TDMM.* Page 21-64
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What is the first step in developing a disaster recovery plan?
Identifying the potential risks TDMM.* Page 21-65
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Where are identified risks documented?
In a risk registry TDMM.* Page 21-65
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How should risks in the risk registry be categorized?
By their effect on critical systems or services TDMM.* Page 21-65
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True or False Every item on the risk registry, including non- critical items, should have a plan documented.
True. Each item (critical and non-critical) should have a documented plan, even if only to accept the risk as-is with future plans for mitigation. TDMM.* Page 21-65
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When are disaster recovery plans typically reviewed?
Annually, bi-annually, or after an incident occurs TDMM.* Page 21-66
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What is the goal of a disaster recovery plan?
To recover as quickly as possible in the event of a disaster TDMM.* Page 21-68
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What is a tabletop exercise?
A practice incident that is performed with prior communication to the response team(s) TDMM: 21-69