Construction Technology Flashcards
RAAC
Reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete
What is CEM 3
What are the RIBA stages of work
0- strategic definition
1- preparation and brief
2- concept design
3- spacial coordination (tenders)
4- technical design (tenders)
5- construction (o&m’s)
6- handover (o&m’s)
7- use
What are the some examples of Building Reg Parts?
Part A - structure
Part B - Fire
Part K - protection from falling
Part M - access and use of buildings
Part S - EV charging
MEES regulations
Minimum energy efficiency standards.
I.e. landlords cannot let domestic properties with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating below E
SUDS
Sustainable Urban Drainage System, mimic natural attenuation, reducing reliance on infrastructure
Ground improvement techniques
Soil mixing or vibro compaction
Excavation methods
Site clearance (vegetation/top soil), reduced level dig, excavation for foundations, cut and fill for stable level I.e storage area
When are piled foundations best
Clay, settlement issues, sub soil high water table
Components of concrete
Cement, aggregate, water
What is formwork
Usually temp structure to contain poured concrete, typically removed once hardened
What is jump forming
Moving formwork like slipform but jump to next level
What is CAT A fit out
Basic finish I.e. RAF, suspended ceilings, basic MEP
“Bare bones”
What is CAT B fit out
Ready to move in and operate
Plasterboard colours
White = standard
Pink = fire
Blue = acoustic
Green = moisture resistant
Name some surveys
CCTV, UXO
what is a CBR test
California Bearing Ratio - tests bearing capacity of the ground I.e roads
