Chapter 7.A. Flashcards

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Beam

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A horizontal structural member that supports a floor. Beams are typically wood, cold formed metal framing or steel.

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Bearing Walls

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Structural walls that transfer building loads down to the foundation. Joists, beams, and roofs are typically supported by bearing walls.

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Blueprint

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Architectural drawings that describe the layout and construction of a house

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British Thermal Unit (BTU)

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The amount of heat energy needed to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree F. This is the standard measurement used to state the amount of energy that a fuel has as well as the amount of output of any heat generating device.

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Building Envelope

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Refers to the massing or bulk of a building. Typically defined by the exterior walls of a building.

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Circuit Breaker

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The safety valves for electrical systems. It interrupts an electric circuit when an unusual condition arises such as lightning and malfunctioning appliances. Unlike a fuse, it can be reset.

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Crawl Space

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Shallow space between the underside of the first floor of a house and the ground.

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Eave

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The section of the roof that overhangs the walls of a house.

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Fascia

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Architectural term for a band running horizontally and situated vertically under a roof edge, or which forms the outer surface of a cornice, visible to an observer. Typically consisting of a wooden board or sheet metal.

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Flashing

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Sheet metal used at wall and roof junctions and around chimneys to prevent water entry.

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Footing

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Concrete set in the soil (foundation bed) that support the foundation of the house.

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Foundation Walls

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The part of the structure, typically below grade, upon which all other construction is built.

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Fuse

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A device used in electrical systems to protect against excessive current.

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Girder

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A primary horizontal structural element. Typically a deep beam in which smaller joists or beams frame into.

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Headers

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Local horizontal structural elements used in wood framing to span doors and windows.

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Joists

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Horizontal timbers, beams or bars supporting a floor

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Lally Columns

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Rounded columns that serve as a structural post. Typically found in basements and are made of steel or iron.

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Percolation Rate

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The rate, usually expressed as inches per hour or inches per day, at which water moves through soil.

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Pitch

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Also known as the slope. Typically used in describing the slope of a roof, driveway, sidewalk, etc

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Plaster Board / Wall Board

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Gypsum board panels that are typically used in interior wall construction. Wall board usually has a painted finish and are supported by wood or metal studs behind.

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Platform Construction

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Wood frame construction commonly found in residential construction in which floors are supported by joists, beams, and bearing walls.

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Post and Beam Construction

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A type of construction in which the beams and joists are larger, allowing the floor to span longer than the typical 16” or 24” found in residential construction.

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Rafter

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The structural member or beam that supports the roof. It spans from the exterior wall to the ridge board of the peak of the roof.

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R-Value

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A measurement of the ability of insulation to slow the transfer of heat or cold. The higher the R value, the greater the insulation power.

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Septic System
A small-scale sewage treatment system common in areas with no connection to main sewage pipes provided by local governments or private corporations.
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Sheathing
Panels that cover the exterior wall. Typically made of plywood or exterior grade gypsum board.
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Siding
A veneer cover found on the side of residential construction. Typically made of wood boards (horizontal), vinyl, or aluminum.
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Sill Plates
The bottom member of wood frame stud wall.
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Slab-on-Grade Construction
A structure which does not include a basement. The first floor is made up of a concrete slab, which lays on the ground and supported by foundation walls.
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Soffit
The underside of a roof overhang.
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Specifications
A document provided by Architects that describe the quality of construction.
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Studs
Vertical framing members found in wall construction. Typically placed 12”, 16” or 24” on center.
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A unit measure of electricity is known as..
Amperage
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Sheet metal used at wall and roof junctions and around chimneys to prevent water entry is known as..
Flashing
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The part of the structure, typically below grade, upon which all other construction is built is known as..
Foundation walls
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A devise used in electrical system to protect against excessive current is known as..
Fuse (предохранитель)
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Local horizontal structural elements used in wood framing to span doors and windows are known as..
Header
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A veneer cover found on the side of residential construction which are typically made of wood boards, vinyl or aluminum are referred to as..
Siding
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Structural walls that transfer building loads down to the founder are known as..
Bearing walls
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Vertical framing members found in wall construction are referred to as..
Studs
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A garage is typically built of this type of construction
Slab on grade construction
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What is the first member of a foundation that is placed in the ground
Footing
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What building element prevents rain from getting into the building
Sheathing
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The safety valves in an electrical system are known as..
Circuit breaker
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Plan, section, and elevation drawings are included in which of the following...?
Blueprints
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Which of the following consists of written words rather than drawings...?
Specifications
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Abby recently hired an architect to design her new home. Abby would like to know which manufacturer will be used for the flooring to be installed throughout the living room and dining room. Where should Abby look to find this information...?
Specifications
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a foundation system...?
Slab on deck
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What is the first wooden member in a building that provides a nailing surface...?
Sill plate
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This wooden member gets bolted directly to the top of the foundation wall where it serves as a nailing surface...?
Sill plate
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The amount of heat energy needed to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit is know as what...?
BTU
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What wooden member gets bolted to the top of the foundation wall...?
Sill plate
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What type of heating system delivers warm and cool air through the same ducts...?
Forced air system
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Which of the following is fastened to the exterior wall and helps prevent rain from entering the house...?
Sheathing
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A primary horizontal structural element in which smaller joists or beams frame into is known as what...?
Girder
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A measurement of the ability of insulation to slow the transfer of heat or cold is referred to as what...?
R-Value
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Panels that cover the exterior wall, which are typically made of plywood or exterior grade gypsum board are known as what...?
Sheathing
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A veneer cover found on the side of residential construction which are typically made of wood boards, vinyl, or aluminum are referred to as what...?
Siding
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A structure which does not include a basement is typically built with what type of construction...?
Slab-on-Grade Construction
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Real estate agents should be familiar with this, which dictates the bulk of a building...?
Zoning laws
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What is the first member of a foundation that is placed in the ground....?
Footing
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Which of the following is used to distribute the structural load of the foundation into the soil below...?
Footing
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These structural members run horizontally and support the floor above...?
Joists
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A unit measure of electricity is known as what...?
Amperage
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How long is the warranty for workmanship listed under Business Law 36-B....?
1 year
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What does General Business Law 36-B NOT cover by warranty...?
3 years for unexplained instrumentation
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A measurement of the ability of insulation to slow the transfer of heat or cold is referred to as what...?
R-Value
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How does the Department of Buildings control adherence to the building codes...?
With building permits
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The amount of heat energy needed to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit is know as what...?
BTU
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These members are used in interior wall construction to not only support the wall itself but to also provide a nailing surface for gypsum board...?
Studs
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A type of construction in which the beams and joists are larger, allowing the floor to span longer than the typical 16” or 24” found in residential construction is known as what...?
Post and Beam Construction
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The underside of a roof overhang is referred to as what...?
Soffit
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A structure which does not include a basement is typically built with what type of construction...?
Slab-on-Grade Construction
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A device used in electrical systems to protect against excessive current is known as what...?
Fuse
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A type of construction in which the beams and joists are larger, allowing the floor to span longer than the typical 16” or 24” found in residential construction is known as what...?
Post and Beam Construction