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Chapter 5.3: Buidling Design And Construction Flashcards

1
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HPA stands for what?

A

Homeowners protection act

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What is the purpose of the homeowners protection act

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To increase consumer protection and improve the quality of residential construction in BC

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3 regulatory requirements for homeowner protection act

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1) all residential home builders must be licensed and registered
2) all new homes must be covered by home warranty insurance
3) all new homes must be registered in a New Home Registry

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Rule 1: all residential home builders must be licensed and registered

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Required to complete continuing professional development courses and be qualified

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Rule 2: All new homes must be covered by home warranty insurance

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2 years for material labour
5 years for the building envelope
10 years for any structural defects - after an occupancy permit was issued

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Exception to the homeowner protection act

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If you build for personal use - no license required

The person must intend to personally use the home for at least one year from the date of occupancy and may not rent it out during that period

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BC housing is a __________________

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Crown agency

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One thing BC housing is responsible for is ___________ all residential builders and building envelope renovators province-wide

A

licensing

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One thing BC housing is responsible for is administering ____________________ authorizations

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Owner-builder

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One thing BC housing is responsible for is for carrying out ___________ and ____________ that benefits the residential construction industry and consumers

A

Research and education

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One thing the New Home Registry questions is whether the builder is __________________

A

Properly licensed

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One thing the New Home Registry questions is if the home is _______________

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Property registered

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13
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One thing the New Home Registry questions is if ___________________ is in place

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Warranty insurance

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One thing the New Home Registry questions is the __________________ date of insurance

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Commencement date

Aka: when does it start?

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One thing the New Home Registry questions is if an _______________ can be offered for sale

A

Owner built home

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Key Point: a new home cannot be _______ or ________ or _________, unless the licensing and warranty requirements in the HPA are met

A

Listed, Sold, built

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Key Point: if the home is less than _______________ or has been substantially _____________, licensee should take steps to ensure that all the insurance, licensing and disclosure has been met under the HPA and incorporated into the ______________________

A

10 years old or has been substantially reconstructed

Contract of purchase and sale

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18
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Key Point: buyers _____________ of the new home warranty coverage and warranty documents are properly ____________

A

Must be aware

Transferred

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Key Point: if you are representing ________________, ensure all disclosure obligations have been met by them and they will be liable to the buyer personally

A

Owner builders

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What are the 4 top level building code objectives

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1) structural safety
2) public health
3) accessibility
4) fire protection

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Building Code Top Level Objective: structural safety

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Foundation

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Building Code Top Level Objective: public health

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Sanitary conditions

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Building Code Top Level Objective: accessibility

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In which firefighters can approach each face of the building

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Building Code Top Level Objective: fire protection

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Set a minimum requirement for providing acceptable levels of fire safety in and around building

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25
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What are the 2 metric construction modules?

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1) hard changes

2) soft changes

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What are hard changes?

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Establishment of NEW STANDARDS

Such as changing to a metric building standard (from an imperial standard)

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______________________ are used for greater precision and ease of calculations (based on a 100mm module)

A

Metric construction standards

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Example of a hard change

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1200mm x 2400mm (metric) rather than 4’ x 8’ (imperial)

Not the same size

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What are soft changes

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Involve the use of existing physical sizes now specified / expressed in metric measurements

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______________ do not change the physical size of building material

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Soft changes

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Example of a soft change

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“2x4” changes to “50mm thick and 100mm wide’

This is the same physical size

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32
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Measuring Floor Area

Several areas of a house are not included as finished areas to be included in square footage, what are some of these areas?

A
  • Garages
  • Porches, balconies, decks
  • Unfinished floor areas (unfinished basement)
  • Openings to floors below (example vaulted ceiling on main level that’s two floor high)
  • Finished areas that are not connected to the main body of the house by other finished areas such as hallways or stairways
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33
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Example of Measuring Floor area

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A finished loft connected by a stairway

Would be included in a measurement, but a finished loft accessible by a ladder would not be included

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What is the 1 type of substructure

A

Foundation!

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35
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What is the buildings foundation?

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The lowest part of a building or structure, serving as support for the building or structure as a whole and typically placed below ground level

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__________________: a black coating material applied to the foundation walls to prevent the entry of water by sealing minor capillary pores in the concrete

A

Damproofing

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37
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There are ___ types of superstructures

A

7

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38
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The 7 superstructures before explanation

A

1) joist
2) stud
3) plate
4) truss
5) rafter
6) lintel
7) header

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39
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What is a joist?

A

Horizontal framing member used to support a floor

It’s laying down

Opposite of a stud

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What is a stud?

A

The vertical framing that is used to support walls

This is erect / vertical

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What is a plate?

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A horizontal lumber that the stud rests on at the bottom and top of framed walls

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What is a truss?

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An engineered, prefabricated roof or floor support structure

Triangle support for roof

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What is a rafter?

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The structural member that supports the roof deck

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44
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What is a lintel?

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The supporting structure over an EXTERIOR opening

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45
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What is a header

A

The supporting structure over an INTERIOR opening

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46
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There are _____ structural methods

A

7

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47
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What are the 7 types of structural methods

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  • Log
  • A-frame
  • Brick
  • Stone
  • Concrete
  • Western platform wood frame
  • Post, beam, and plank
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What is the most common structural method in BC?

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Western platform wood frame

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49
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What is post, beam, plank structural method?

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Floor to roof windows, the roof is formed of planks secured by beams, which are supported posts

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What are advantages to a steel frame building

A
  • Non-combustible (no shrinkage)
  • can be built very quickly
  • greater % of useable interior space
  • fire resistance can be provided by drywall for floors and walls
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Disadvantages to steel frame buildings

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  • Cost more to fireproof
  • Costly $$
  • No room for change
  • Requires additional fire proofing
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52
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____________ buildings were commonly used in the past for high rise construction

A

Steel frame buildings

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53
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Wood framed buildings advantages

A

•Least costly method

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54
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Disadvantage to wood framed buildings

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  • Shrinkage of the wood framing
  • max height of 6 storeys
  • stairways must be enclosed with fire resistant materials
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Advantages to concrete framed buildings

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  • more economical than steel frame
  • more flexibility in architecture design
  • max fire resistance (requires no more to meet safety standards)
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56
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Disadvantages to concrete framed buildings

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None bro!

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57
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______________ is the most common type of construction today for mid to high rise multi family buildings

A

Concrete framed buildings

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58
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Masonry and Wood Frame buildings disadvantage

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An older construction style

This style has become less common with more stringent fire bylaws

*no positives

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59
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In easy terms, the building envelope is what?

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The skin of the building

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60
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_______________: The elements that protect a structures internal environment from moisture, dust, wind, and extreme temperatures; includes components such as siding, windows, doors, and insulation

A

Building envelope

Think of the dotted lines on Summit

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_______________: allows any moisture that penetrate to drain out and dry out, rather than being absorbed into the wall assembly where it can lead to destruction

A

Rain screen

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62
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Why is a Wall built up:

A

1) protection for the house structure
2) maintenance of the internal environment
3) interior finish

63
Q

How can you prevent moss growth?

A

Zinc baby!

Good old Revelstoke

64
Q

Metal flashing

A

To direct rain-driven moisture away from the sealant around vertical penetrations of the roof

65
Q

_______________ when an asphalt shingle has lifted in the middle

A

Fish mouth

66
Q

______________: when asphalt shingles have curved up at each edge

A

Edge curl

67
Q

What are the 2 types of doors

A

1) flush sliding pocket doors (revy bathroom)

2) folding doors

68
Q

Flush sliding pocket doors

A

Door hung in a sliding pocket, which is set in the frame of the wall

Watch where you mount the TV!

69
Q

Folding doors

A

An older type of door is the modern fold type

70
Q

External cladding type #1

Aluminum / vinyl siding

A

Manufactured vinyl siding has become very popular over the last few decades because of its low cost
And ability to maintain its finish

71
Q

External cladding type #2: stucco

A

Provides a more continuous exterior cover than wood or aluminum vinyl siding but is susceptible to cracking and water seepage

72
Q

There are ____ types of windows

A

4

73
Q

The 4 types of windows

A

1) single glazed
2) double glazed
3) Non-thermal broken
4) thermal broken

74
Q

Single Glazed windows

A

One layer of glass in the window

75
Q

Double glazed window

A

Two layers of glass separated by air space and sealed for greater insulating value

76
Q

Non thermal broken (window)

A

The frame of the window is one continuous unit from the inside to the outside

77
Q

Thermal broken (window)

A

The frame of the window is split into two parts from the inside to the outside to reduce the conduction of heat from the home to the outside and vice-versa

78
Q

What is the best window set up for extreme outside temperature changes?

A

Double-glazed with thermal broken frames

79
Q

________________: opening portion of the window is hinged on the top and opens outward

A

Awning

Remember, A for awning

A, as in it opens from the top and makes an A

80
Q

__________________: opening portion of the window is hinged on the bottom and opens inwards

A

Hopper

81
Q

_____________: opening portion of the window is hinged on the side and opens outward

A

Casement

82
Q

__________________: a combination operating mechanism that allows the window to open like a hopper or like a regular window

A

Tilt and turn

What the Molder’s have!

83
Q

What are the two types of insulation called?

A

Glassfibre batt

Cellulose fibre insulation

84
Q

Glassfibre batt

A

The most common type of wall insulation

It is usually pink or yellow in colour,
Is rated according to R-Value

Think of cotton candy insulation

85
Q

Cellulose fibre insulation

A

Is made from shredded recycled newsprint with chemicals added to prevent fungi and fire

86
Q

What are the 3 types of plumbing systems (aka pipe types)

A
  • copper
  • plastic
  • galvanized steel
87
Q

What type of plumbing pipe will you never see / want to use

A

Aluminum!

Softest and most flammable

88
Q

Important note: no _______________ required in each unit by the national plumbing code

A

Laundry facilities

89
Q

What does HVAC stand for?

A

Heating, ventilation, air conditioning

90
Q

What are the four types of HVAC systems?

A
  • forced hot air - air filtration, humidifier, no AC
  • electrical
  • central hot water (old buildings) - Heats water supply
  • steam heating (old buildings)
91
Q

A benefit to HVAC is that you can allow ________________, meaning costs can be charged to individual units / occupants

A

Usage metering

92
Q

Potable water =

A

Fresh water

93
Q

________________________: problems concerning the quality and continuity of the water supply (rural areas), responsibility of the owner to install

A

Individual water supply system

94
Q

______________________: little maintenance or inspection, water tax or meter charge

A

Regional water supply system

95
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Mechanical ventilation benefits

A

Better indoor quality - ensuring a constant flow of fresh, outdoor air

Control over locations - ensure appropriate locations for fresh air intake

Improved comfort - provide occupants with a constant flow of fresh, outdoor air

Examples: bathroom fans, range hoods

96
Q

Electrical Code

Minimum electrical service capacity shouldn’t be less than _________

A

100 amps

97
Q

Watts =

Formula

A

Watts = Volts x Amps

98
Q

Amperage

A

Measure of the rate of electrical flow

Amperage goes with the flow baby

99
Q

Voltage

A

A measure of electrical potential or pressure of current flow

100
Q

Wattage

A

A measure of power or consumption

101
Q

What is a measure of electrical potential or pressure of current flow?

A

Voltage!!

102
Q

Electrical systems are protected from overloads by _______ or ___________

A

Fuses or circuit breakers

103
Q

Electrical Code

Knob and tube wiring

A

Only applicable to homes built prior to 1950

Safe to use

Outlets only have two holes in them , aka no ground

104
Q

Elevators should be ___________

A

Self levelling

105
Q

Elevators should be a minimum speed of ____________

A

200 feet per minute (fpm)

106
Q

Orrrr if elevators aren’t running at a minimum of 200 feet per minute, what should it be?

A

No slower than 2x the distance from the top to bottom (rise)

107
Q

What are the four types of single family heating units

A

1) electrical base board heating
2) central gas fire forced hot air
3) central gas fire forced hot water with room baseboard units
4) wood fired space heater

108
Q

1) electrical base board heating: advantages

A
  • very clean
  • no heat ducts or pipes
  • no central furnace system
  • each unit independently controlled

*Convection and some radiation

109
Q

1) electrical base board heating: disadvantages

A
  • lack of air filtration

- baseboard occupied wall space (now I can’t put furniture there)

110
Q

2) Central gas fired forced hot air: advantages

A
  • rapid response
  • best for extreme outside temperatures change
  • air filtration included
  • humidifier may be added
111
Q

2) Central gas fired forced hot air: disadvantages

A
  • requires duct work under main floor
  • air ducts require cleaning
  • DRAFTY
112
Q

Central gas fired forced hot water with room baseboard unit:

Advantages

A

Steady and consistent heat
Fully automated
Clean and convenient

Convection

113
Q

Wall fin units do what?

A

Increase the heating surface

114
Q

Central gas fired forced hot water with room baseboard units: disadvantage

A
  • lack of air filtration
  • baseboard unit occupied wall space
  • slow response to extreme weather changes
  • system can freeze (due to the hot water)
115
Q

Wood fire space heater: advantages

A

Reduces heat expenses (it’s a fire, get wood)

Provides Comfortable heat

*But not steady or consistent *

116
Q

Wood fire space heater: disadvantages

A 
Only heats one room. 
Fuel storage is required 
Inconvenient to add fuel and to clean
Dirty (smoke and ash) 
Fire risk (creosote buildup)
117
Q

Important note: every residential heating system is _____________ heating

A

Convection

118
Q

There are _____ house types / classifications we need to be aware of

A

7

119
Q

The 7 house types to be aware of:

A

1) west coast contemporary
2) ranch
3) Tudor / Elizabethan
4) Vancouver special
5) Victorian style
6) Arts and Crafts
7) Classical

120
Q

___________________: evolved from marine climates, angular roofs with large glass areas, had an exterior finish of preserved or stained wood

A

West Coast Contemporary

121
Q

___________: one story, under a continuous sloping roof, incorporated garage, large lot

A

Ranch / rancher

122
Q

_______________: made from posts, beams, and plaster

A

Tudor / Elizabethan

123
Q

_____________________: narrow lot

A

Vancouver special

124
Q

_________________: steep shingled roof, peaked turrets, heavy chimneys, brick cladding, and cookie cutter trim

A

Victorian style

Like a little castle almost

125
Q

_________________: very fine woods, joinery, massiveness, and strength, has solid stonework base

A

Arts and Crafts (heritage style)

126
Q

______________: flat or slow slope roof, two or three storeys, a symmetrical facade, fluted white columns, triangular pediments, and open porches

A

Classical

127
Q

What are the 4 variations of external style

A

1) Bay window
2) Dormer
3) Cathedral Entrance
4) Vaulted Ceiling

128
Q

_____________: An extension of the floor and walls to increase the size of a room, without extending the floor

A

Bay Window

129
Q

_____________: a mini roof extension used to provide head room and light in the upper level

A

Dormer

Whole point is to add more light

130
Q

_________________: the ceiling of the entrance is mounted higher up creating a high entrance hall. Encountered in A-frame design

A

Cathedral Entrance

131
Q

_______________: the ceiling of the rooms follow the roof line of the building and is actually the bottom surface of the roof joists.
Encountered in roof and beam homes

A

Vaulted ceiling

132
Q

Energy efficient home

The ____________ is an energy efficient home standard that is climate sensitive - air sealed

A

R 2000

133
Q

The R 2000 has metal framed, _________________ windows, insulated doors, and a draft free building envelope

A

Double glazed

134
Q

The R 2000 home has windows placed / facing the _________ for maximum sun exposure

A

SOUTH

SOUTH = sun

135
Q

Green construction uses ________ energy and water than the typical home

A

Less

136
Q

Green construction requires _________ care and maintenance

A

Minimal

137
Q

Green construction allows for ample ___________ air and _________ light

A

Fresh air and natural light

138
Q

Green construction provides healthy ________________

A

Indoor living

139
Q

Green construction takes advantage of renewable resources, such as:

A

Solar heat
Natural airflow
Rainwater

140
Q

Acronym LEED, stands for what?

A

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design

141
Q

LEED specifics

A

It’s a certification program

Encourages green building practices

Four levels of certificate: certified, silver, gold, platinum

142
Q

Which of the following is a main objective of building bylaws such as a national building code or BC building code

Curb appeal
Aesthetics
Public health
Green building

A

Public health fool!

143
Q

Which of the following is not a top level objective of the national building code or BC building code

A

Aesthetics

144
Q

If a metric building module is increased from 100 mm to 150 mm, this would be considered as which of the following

A

A hard change!

Hard due to the size changing

If it stayed the same, such as 100mm to 10cm, then it would be soft

145
Q

In residential building construction, the term rafter refers to what



A

For this specific question, none of the above

The keyword always: roof deck! 

146
Q

Which of the following statements regarding superstructure terminologies true?

A

Joist is a horizontal framing member used to support a floor

Opposite of stud remember 

147
Q

One way that house in styles can be classified as by the structural method used in construction. Which one of the following terms does not describe a type of structural method?

A

Vaulted ceilings, just a feature

148
Q

In regards to concrete framing, which statement is true?

A

Remember, concrete framing has no disadvantages

 So… It is considered more of a quality than wood in homes

149
Q

Which of the following is not an advantage of steel frame construction

A

It is less expensive than reinforced concrete

It is very expensive!! 

150
Q

A house has a window with hinges on top and opens outwards. How would you call that window?

A

Awning!

151
Q

In the proficiions of electrical services, there is a relationship between electrical current (amps), consumption (watts), and potential (volts). Which the following equations correctly describes a relationship

A

Watts = volts x Amps

Women = power 😉

152
Q

How do we measure elevator speed?

A

Feet per minute (FPM)

153
Q

The enigma is a new apartment building. The distance from the bottom landing to the top floor of the enigma is 275 feet. What is the minimum speed the elevator should be?

A

275 x 2 = 550 FPM

154
Q

Electric baseboard heaters are a common example of

A

Convection heating

Everything is convection heating

UBC Real Estate Licensing Exam (24 decks)

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