Chapter Five

Question 1

Jeff’s tenants take issue with their offices being either too cold or too hot. As a result, the building never feels comfortable for its occupants. What factor is impacting the building envelope?

a. wind loads
b. temperate climate
c. water infiltration
d. solar radiation

Answer 1

b. temperate climate

Question 2

Jerry, a facilities manager, has learned of mold growth on the first floor of the new building he is managing. This may be the result of _____, one of the major reasons for many lawsuits filed in construction defect cases.

Answer 2

Water infiltration

Question 3

The architectural design committee opted to use ______ during construction, the mostly widely used of all curtain walls, since they like the look of window walls using spandrel panels and mullions.

Answer 3

Metal curtain walls

Question 4

During their building retrofit project, Sarah’s design team chose _______windows for their strength and durability, relatively low thermal conductance, and reasonable cost.

Answer 4

Vinyl

Question 5

Conrad explains to his building owners that in order to protect against air and water infiltration, window joint structures are comprised of at least on of the following, except:

a. anchors
b. sealants
c. gaskets
d. weather stripping

Answer 5

A. Anchors

Question 6

John is planning a building renovation. One valuable technique that will help him explore different design options and HVAC systems i sthe use of a building ______

Answer 6

Simulation

Question 7

Patricia, a property manager, is meeting with a masonry consultant to survey her building's facad. Most likely, Patricia is complting a(n) \_\_\_\_\_\_\_type of retrofit project:
a. metal curtain wall reseal
b. HVAC redesign
window replacement
d. brick facade rehabilitation

Answer 7

d. brick facade rehabilitation

Question 8

A property or facilities manager should follow the preventive maintenance suggestions of the _____ as part of a n effective program for a building envelope.

Answer 8

Manufacturer of the product installed.