Domain 4 - Construction Documents

Question 1

Describe the 5 drawing category types used in design and construction.

Answer 1

1.) Plans
2.) Elevations
3.) Sections
4.) Details
5.) Schedules

Question 2

Describe the nature of Contract drawings.

Answer 2

Drawings convey design intent and may show multiple views, indicate relationships between elements, and show the following for each materials, assembly, component, piece of equipment, and accessory.
1.) location
2.) Identification
3.) Dimension and Size
4.) Details and diagrams
5.) Shape and Form

Question 3

Describe the basic standards that drawings should follow.

Answer 3

1.) To simplify and only coordinate the documentation process, and only generic notes should be used on the drawings to identify , not describe, a material or component.
2.) The information contained within the drawings are complementary to the specifications and should not duplicate information.
3.) Do NOT cross-reference between drawings and specifications with notes such as “refer to specifications” .

Question 4

Describe a drawing view?

Answer 4

All design and construction drawings consist of a combination of views, which can be classified as one of two types: scaled or non-scaled. Views demonstrate unique information in the most logical and understandable way.

Question 5

Scaled Views

Answer 5

Most common type of drawing, include horizontal plane and /or vertical plan orientations, vertical cuts through the project. Scale drawing should include a numerical scale and a graphic scale due to half sheets at the job site.

Question 6

Non-scaled Views

Answer 6

Include: diagrams, key plans, schedules, perspectives, isometrics, and title sheets

Question 7

Drawing identification, cover sheet, graphics, symbols, dimensions, notations, and abbreviations.

Answer 7

Drawing Features

Question 8

A drawing feature: individual drawings on a sheet are uniquely identified in order to provide a logical method for easily locating each element.

Answer 8

Drawing Identification

Question 9

A drawing feature: This is typically the first sheet in the drawing set. It often shows the name of the project, the name of the owner, the name of the architect/engineer and consultants, and the general project data such as location map, code information, and a list of included sheets

Answer 9

Cover Sheet

Question 10

A drawing feature: The drawing blocks illustrating the proposed work using a variety of line types, shading, and hatching, and will include symbols, notations, and dimensions. For renovation work, photographs may be used as part of the graphics

Answer 10

Graphics

Question 11

A drawing feature: A scaled or non-scaled graphic representation of a product or material.

Answer 11

Symbols

Question 12

A drawing feature: They delineate the actual size of an object or to demonstrate extent or required clearances. The referenced end points of dimension lines are usually shown with arrowheads or slash marks.

Answer 12

Dimensions

Question 13

A drawing feature: Textual information on drawings that identify an item and its extent or location. Should be kept to a minimum.

Answer 13

Notations

Question 14

A drawing feature: Used on drawings and in schedules where space for textual information may be limited.

Answer 14

Abbreviations

Question 15

While there are no rules for how a set of construction drawings must be organized, traditionally they have been arranged in a logical sequence and grouped by design discipline.
List the figure based on how a traditional drawing set is generally organized?

Answer 15

1.) Cover Sheet 8.) Architectural
2.) Sheet Index 9.) Interiors
3.) Building Code Summary 10.) Structural
4.) Life Safety 11.) Mechanical
5.) Demolition 12.) Electrical
6.) Civil 13.) Plumbing
7.) Landscaping 14.) Fire Protection

Question 16

In which of the following phases are drawings submitted for preliminary loan approval?
a.) Project conception
b.) Design
c.) Construction documents
d.) Procurement

Answer 16

a.) Project Conception

Question 17

During the procurement phase, record drawings are provided to proposers to show existing conditions. What are these drawings called?
a.) Procurement drawings
b.) Resource drawings
c.) Contract drawings
d.) Shop drawings

Answer 17

b.) Resource drawings (NOT included in the contract)

Question 18

During the construction phase, which of the following is the type of drawings the contractor may prepared to show fabrication of a building element?
a.) Record drawings
b.) Resource drawings
c.) Coordination drawings
d.) Shop drawings

Answer 18

d.) Shop drawings

Question 19

During the construction phase, which of the following is the type of drawings the contractor may prepared to show how building systems would be installed above the kitchen ceiling?
a.) Record drawings
b.) Resource drawings
c.) Coordination drawings
d.) Shop drawings

Answer 19

c.) Coordination drawings
(Commonly made for small ceiling cavity so that building components heating,A/C ducts, plumbing lines, fire protection heads, electrical conduits, and telecom wires be coordinated.)

Question 20

Which of the following is the type of drawings the contractor may prepared and submit at the end of the construction phase?
a.) As-built drawings
b.) Resource drawings
c.) Record drawings
d.) Shop drawings

Answer 20

c.) Record drawings
Modified Contract drawings identifying changes incorporated into the Work during construction. Diagrammatically show location of items.

Question 21

Describe the four principal methods of specifying?

Answer 21

• Descriptive - A prescriptive method in which products and processes are specified
  but the results are not. Proprietary names of manufacturers are not
  used. Architect is responsible for determination of the desired
  performance criteria. Used less today, lengthy and a tedious process.
• Performance - A method of specifying END results but not their means/methods of
  achievement. Allows for flexibility and innovation in optional
  solutions that meet the same requirements.
• Proprietary - A prescriptive method in which products and processes are specified
  by specifying a manufacturer’s product, system, or assembly.
  Includes manufacturer’s name, brand name, model number, etc. Or a
  single sourced product.
• Reference Standard - A method that utilizes a reference to a published standard
  in lieu of specifying detailed requirements.

Question 22

Describe the three elements of a Performance Specification.

Answer 22

• A statement of required END results
• With criteria for verifying compliance
• Without unnecessary limitations on the methods for achieving the required results

Question 23

Describe four situations where performance specifications can be used?

Answer 23

*Construction Systems and Assemblies: the primary advantage of performance specifying lies in the applicability of available products and systems to most traditional project requirements.
*Utilizing Non-Standard Technologies: existing technologies used in an alternate way.
*Developing New Technology: gives the owner the advantage of attracting research and development expertise and resources from many elements of the construction industry. (Sustainability requirements)
*Delegating Responsibilities: Can be used by an Owner to establish an owner’s requirements for a project delivery method such as design build.

Question 24

What are the advantages of using a Proprietary Specification?

Answer 24

1.) Product Selection can be closely controlled.
2.) More detailed and complete drawings can be prepared based on precise information obtained from the selected manufacturer’s product data.
3.) Reduced Cost and time benefits may be obtained from use of shorter specifications and reduced drawings production efforts.
4.) Bidding and proposing may be simplified by narrowing competition and removing product pricing as a major variable.

Question 25

What are the disadvantages of using a Proprietary Specification?

Answer 25

1.) Competition for the products is reduced or eliminated.
2.) Products may be specified with which the contractor may have had little or an unfavorable experience.
3.) Certain products and manufacturers may be favored over others.
4.) An error might occur when specifying model or product designations.

Question 26

Closed Propriety Specification

Answer 26

1.) allows design to be finished at a high level of detail.
2.) reduces variables / design efforts
3.) promotes accurate pricing
4.) NO protection for higher costs
5.) substitutions are not allowed
6. ) little or no choice given to the contractor / single sourced products

Question 27

Open Proprietary Specification

Answer 27

1.) alleviate the sole sourced over pricing
2.) allow alternate products
3.) proposed substitutions
4.) controlled substitutions / reduce the use of inferior products
5.) competition is higher / lower costs for materials

Question 28

Describe the liabilities involved in Reference Standard specifying.
(Reference standards can save the architect/engineer from writing elaborate and lengthy text.)

Answer 28

1.) inadequate Reference standards coexist with stringent ones.
2.) create duplication and contradiction within the contract documents
3.) contain embedded options
4.) refer to minimum requirements
5.) contain undesirable requirements
6.) AHJ may enforce different editions of the same standard, which may have conflicting requirements.

Question 29

Describe the characteristics of Nonrestrictive Specifications.

Answer 29

Nonrestrictive Specifications must be able to be met by several manufacturers or suppliers. They may be developed using either the descriptive, performance, reference standard, or proprietary method, or using any combination of these four methods.

Question 30

Describe the four types of specifications

Answer 30

1.) Narrative
2.) Sheet
3.) Shortform
4.) Full-length

Question 31

Specifications that reach their full potential of including sufficient construction information to specify work results and to be able to be accurately priced.
These specifications are essential for the complete understanding of the design intent and scope of work graphically shown by the drawings. Best for large projects, and with all project delivery methods.

Answer 31

Full-length Specs

Question 32

Used for very small projects where having a formal project manual is not appropriate. Specifications are produced in a concise format to be imported into the software being used to produce drawings. Can be used during the Design Development for any size project, or during Construction Documents for small projects.

Answer 32

Sheet Specs

Question 33

Used when the architect/engineer prepares concept documents for the review of, and use by, the owner. Project component descriptions are presented in a form
that briefly list the major elements, assemblies, and systems included in the project design. At this stage, product selections and detailed technical information
are not necessary. Used best during Design Concept and Schematic Design phases

Answer 33

Narrative Specs

Question 34

Used to provide a concise set of construction specifications commensurate with the size and extent of a project and to reduce the level of detail where it is appropriate. These specifications might be used for any project, though some types of projects lend themselves more readily than others. Can be used during the Design Development for any size project, or during Construction Documents for small to medium projects. (D.B.B., CM Risk, D.B., O.B., Interior Design/Tenant Improvement.)

Answer 34

Shortform Specs

Question 35

A specifier is presently writing specifications for a medium-sized interior construction project within an office shell building for a new insurance company. Although the project is not complex, the requirements demand a concise set of specifications.

Which of the following specification types would be best suited for this project?

1.) Full-length specifications
2.) Sheet specifications
3.) Narrative specifications
4.) Shortform specifications

Answer 35

4.) Shortform

Question 36

For the gypsum board specification section, the specifier wants to make sure it is as nonrestrictive as possible and decides to specify Type X (based on code requirements) per ASTM C1396, Standard Specification for Gypsum Board, in lieu of listing specific acceptable products.

Which of the following specification methods is used for the gypsum board?

1.) Descriptive
2.) Performance
3.) Reference standard
4.) Proprietary

Answer 36

3.) Reference standard

Question 37

Which of the following provides the best reason to include “Type X” in the gypsum
board specification instead of just stating the indicated ASTM standard only?

1.) Regular gypsum board is too expensive
2.) The ASTM standard covers different types of gypsum board of which some may not satisfy code requirements
3.) The drawings show wall assemblies with all gypsum board noted as “Type X”
4.) That is what the architecture firm uses for all interior walls they specify

Answer 37

2.) The ASTM standard covers different types of gypsum board of which some may not satisfy code requirements

Question 38

For the carpeting, The specifier specifies that it must use nylon fiber with cut pile and have a minimum density of 5000 oz./cu. yd.

Which of the following specification methods is used for the carpeting?
1.) Descriptive
2.) Performance
3.) Reference standard
4.) Proprietary

Answer 38

1.) Descriptive

Question 39

In the lobby, the ground concrete finish is specified to have a minimum dynamic coefficient of friction (DCOF) of 0.42 for wet surfaces per ANSI A137.1.

Which of the following specification methods is used for the ground concrete finish?
1.) Descriptive
2.) Performance
3.) Reference standard
4.) Proprietary

Answer 39

2.) Performance

Question 40

For the acoustical panel ceiling system, the specifier specifies three acceptable products from three different manufacturers.

Which of the following specification methods is used for the ceiling system?
1.) Descriptive
2.) Performance
3.) Reference standard
4.) Proprietary

Answer 40

4.) Proprietary

Question 41

Used when the architect/engineer prepares concept documents for the review of, and use by, the owner. Project component descriptions are presented in a form
that briefly list the major elements, assemblies, and systems included in the project design. At this stage, product selections and detailed technical information
are not necessary. Used best during Design Concept and Schematic Design phases, and may be required by lending institutions.

Answer 41

Narrative Specs

Question 42

A Shortform Specification has 3 parts.

Answer 42

Part 1 General (submittals, quality assurance, mock-up)
Part 2 Products
Part 3 Execution

Question 43

The organizational standard for most commercial building design and construction
projects in North America. It is split into two groups: Procurement and Contracting
Requirements and Specifications. Provides a system of numbers and titles for organizing information into a standard hierarchical order.

Answer 43

MasterFormat

Question 44

Name the five subgroups under MasterFormats- Specification Group

Answer 44

1.) General Requirements Subgroup: Division 01
2.) Facility Construction Subgroup: Division 02-19
3.) Facility Services Subgroup: Division 20-29
4.) Site and Infrastructure Group: Division 30-39
5.) Process Equipment Group: Division 40-49

Question 45

A group of related construction practices, or work results. Individual sections
dealing with related items are grouped together. The Specification Group’s subgroups are further divided into a series of titles called?

Answer 45

Divisions

Question 46

Part of the project specifications covering one portion of the project requirements.
Have a six or eight digit number and title. Does not necessarily relate to the work accomplished by a single subcontractor, nor does it define the work of individual trades.

Answer 46

Sections

Question 47

a uniform standard for arranging specification text in each of the project manual’s sections using a three-part format.
* Provides a standard for locating information within a specification section,
* Reduces the chance for omissions or duplications in a specification section,
* Facilitates coordination of project documentation within a Project Manual.

Answer 47

SectionFormat

Question 48

Describe the three parts of a SectionFormat specification.

Answer 48

Part 1: General
Part 2: Products
Part 3 Execution

Question 49

Describes administrative and procedural requirements unique to the section. Part 1 expands on subjects covered in Division 01, adding information unique to the section.

Answer 49

Part 1: General

Question 50

Describes the systems, assemblies, equipment, products, materials, fabrications, and mixes that are to be incorporated into the project.

Answer 50

Part 2: Products

Question 51

Describes field/site installation or application, including preparatory actions and post-installation cleaning and protection. Field/site-built assemblies and field/site-manufactured products and systems are included.

Answer 51

Part 3: Execution

Question 52

Project Manual

Answer 52

The written construction documents prepared for procuring a construction contract and for constructing a project. The Project Manual contains procurement requirements, contract forms, conditions of the contract, and specifications.

Question 53

List the specification information found in Part 1: General

Answer 53

Summary, Price and Payment Procedures, References, Administrative Requirements,
Submittals, Action Submittals, Informational Submittals, Closeout Submittals, Maintenance Material Submittals, Quality Assurance, Delivery Storage, and Handling, Field Site Conditions, Warranty Bond.

Question 54

List the specification information found in Part 2: Products

Answer 54

Owner Furnished/supplied Products, Manufacturer, Descriptions, Performance/Design Criteria, Operation, Material Assembly or Fabrication, Mixes Finishes, Accessories, and Source Quality Control

Question 55

List the specification information found in Part 3: Execution

Answer 55

Installers, Examination, Preparation, Erection/Installation/Application, Re-installation, Repair/Restoration requirements, Field/Site Quality Control, System Start-up Adjusting Cleaning, Closeout Activities, Protection, Maintenance, Attachments, End of Section

Question 56

a joint publication of CSI and CSC, provides guidelines for the presentation of text on a page in an easy-to-read format for all sections. The use of a standardized page format provides an orderly, uniform arrangement of text for each page of any section. Provides guidelines for establishing margins, line spacing, arrangement, and placement for page headers and footers, page numbering, section numbers and titles, Parts, Articles, Paragraphs, subparagraphs, and the End of Section
designation.

Answer 56

PageFormat

Question 57

Identify the elements of a specification section that PageFormat addresses.

Answer 57

• Margins *Part Designation
  *Page arrangements *Articles, paragraphs, and subparagraphs
  *Head and Footers *Indentations
  *Title Zone *Text justification
  *Tabular Data and Graphics * End of Section
  *Typesetting and fonts *Practices to avoid

Question 58

Describe what characterizes good writing style for specifications.

Answer 58

Good writing style is characterized by accuracy, brevity, and clarity.
Use Simple Sentences
Use words and terms that are simple and clearly understood.

Question 59

True or False? Abbreviations are effective for specifications and should be used
whenever possible.
a.) True
b.) False

Answer 59

b.) False

Question 60

Which of the following statements is true regarding the use of symbols as substitutes for words in specifications?
a.) Symbols allow for concise specifications and should be used whenever possible
b.) Underlines should be used to emphasize key information
c.) Symbols as substitutes for words should be avoided
d.) All of the above are true

Answer 60

c.) Symbols as substitutes for words should be avoided.
Underline should not be used.
parentheses and quotation marks should be minimized or avoided.

Question 61

Which of the following statements is true regarding the use of numbers in specifications?
a.) The use of numerals should be avoided
b.) When used to define size and quantity, numbers should be written out
c.) When used to indicate a date, numbers should be written out
d.) All of the above are true

Answer 61

b.) When used to define size and quantity, numbers should be written out

Question 62

True or False? The initial letter of certain specific nouns and of proper names defined in the contract’s conditions should be capitalized.
a.) True
b.) False

Answer 62

a.) True

Question 63

Which of the following statements is true regarding the use of punctuation in specifications?
a.) Sentences should be constructed so that the misplacement or elimination of a
punctuation mark will not change the meaning
b.) Formal rules of punctuation should always be observed
c.) The Oxford comma should be used
d.) All of the above are true

Answer 63

d.) All of the above are true

Question 64

True or False? Subject and verb must always agree in number.
a.) True
b.) False

Answer 64

a.) True

Question 65

Identify inappropriate terms to avoid using in specification writing.

Answer 65

*as approved; as indicated; as required
*hereinafter; hereinbefore; herewith
*any, such
*etc.
*as per
*in a workmanlike manner
*to the satisfaction of the architect
*also

Question 66

Imperative Mood

Answer 66

recommended grammatical method for instructions covering the installation of products and equipment. The VERB that clearly defines the action becomes the first word of the sentence. It is concise and understandable.
“spread adhesive with a notched trowel”

Question 67

Indicative Mood

Answer 67

grammatical method used “SHALL” in every statement… wordiness, and monotony.

Question 68

This technique places the subject first separated by a colon (:) and provides keywords for quick reference. It reduces verbiage while clearly conveying the meaning. It is used to list products, materials, reference standards, and other itemized specifications.
Examples:
Construction: Full profile welded.
Primer: As recommended by finish manufacturer.
Fly Ash: ASTM C618, Class C or F.

Answer 68

Streamlining

Question 69

Identify the documents typically included in the DIV. 00 Procurement Requirements.
The procedures for soliciting pricing for the work of a project.

Answer 69

1.) Solicitation (00 10 00)
2.) Instructions for Procurement (00 20 00)
3.) Available Information (00 30 00)
4.) Procurement Forms and Supplements (00 40 00)

Question 70

Identify the documents typically included in the DIV 00 Contracting Requirements.
The procedures for establishing an agreement between the owner and the contractor for the work of a project.

Answer 70

1.) Contracting Forms: Agreement
2.) Project Forms: Performance Bonds, Payment Bonds, Certificates
3.) Conditions of the Contract: General Conditions, Supplemental Conditions
4.) Revisions, Clarifications, Modifications, Addendums

Question 71

Provisions that are general in nature and have wide applicability to almost all projects. They are available as standardized forms published by professional associations.

Answer 71

General Conditions

Question 72

Modifies the General Conditions when necessary to fit the needs of a specific project.

Answer 72

Supplementary Conditions

Question 73

Describe the types of revisions, clarifications, and modifications that are included in the Contracting Documents.

Answer 73

• Precontract revisions made prior to signing the agreement. Written addenda or graphic documents clarify, revise, add to, or delete information in the original procurement documents or in previous addenda.
• Clarifications and proposals initiating changes or clarifications that have not been
  incorporated into the contract by formal contract modifications.
• Contract modifications made after the construction agreement has been signed. Additions to, deletions from, or modifications of the work to be done are accomplished by change orders, change directives, and minor changes.

Question 74

Describe what information is included in the specifications in Division 01— General Requirements

Answer 74

1.) Administration and procedural requirements that relate to the process of contract administration, the assignment of contractual responsibilities, and the methods of communicating, controlling and assuring quality.
2.) Temporary facilities and controls and all work put into place for use only during the period of Contruction and that will be removed when no longer required for construction operations.
3.) Performance requirements for facilities and systems
4.) Life Cycle activities including commissioning, facility operation, facility maintenance, and facility decommissioning.

Question 75

True or False:
Are Conditions of the Contract, General Conditions and Supplementary Conditions specifications?

Answer 75

False
They are not specifications but included in the Project Manual.

Question 76

• Are inherently part of the Agreement
  *With the Agreement govern the content of the entire contract
  *Contain contractual principles applicable to most projects with supplements for a particular project

Answer 76

Conditions of the Contract

Question 77

*Are broad contractual conditions
*Contain the constrains
*Relative static content, thus allowing the use of published standard documents

Answer 77

General Conditions

Question 78

*Modify the contractual conditions
*Modify the constraints for a specific region or project
*Take precedence over general conditions
*Must be written separately for each project

Answer 78

Supplementary Conditions

Question 79

• An inherent part of the Specifications
  *Administratively governs the Specification sections
• Contains specifics directly applicable to a particular project

Answer 79

Division 01- General Requirements

Question 80

*Contains specific administrative and procedural requirements
*Contain variations directly applicable for specific project
*Must be written separately for each project

Answer 80

Sections of Division 01

Question 81

True or False:
The Div 01 General Requirements governs the Specification Sections Div 01 thru Div 49?

Answer 81

True

Question 82

True or False:
The Contract Drawings complement the Specifications?

Answer 82

True

Question 83

True or False:
The Procurement Requirements cross reference The Div 01 General requirements?

Answer 83

True

Question 84

True or False:
The Contract Drawings delineate Div 01 General Requirements?

Answer 84

True

Question 85

True or False:
The Div 01 General Requirements expands the responsibilities of the Agreement?

Answer 85

True

Question 86

True or False:
The Div 01 General Requirements expands the principles of the General Conditions?

Answer 86

True

Question 87

True or False:
The Div 01 General Requirements cross references the Supplementary Conditions?

Answer 87

True

Question 88

True or False:
Supplementary conditions does not modify the content of the General Conditions?

Answer 88

False

Question 89

Which of the following Division 01—General Requirements sections should the bidding requirements cross-reference?
a.) Section 01 21 00—Allowances
b.) Section 01 23 00—Alternates
c.) Section 01 25 00—Substitution Procedures
d.) All of the above

Answer 89

d.) All of the above

Question 90

Which of the following applies to Division 01—General Requirements sections?
a.) They should repeat the requirements in the General Conditions but in a language that makes them easier to understand.
b.) They should expand upon the requirements in the General Conditions, but do not repeat them.
c.) They should expand upon the Instructions to Bidders, but do not repeat them.
d.) They should not conflict with PART 1 GENERAL of any section
in Divisions 02 through 49.

Answer 90

b.) They should expand upon the requirements in the General Conditions, but do not repeat them

Question 91

Which of the following best describes Division 01—General Requirements sections?

a.) They should only cover sections in the Facility Construction Subgroup
b.) They prevent the need to repeat the requirements in each specification section’s
PART 1 GENERAL
c.) They only provide administrative and procedural requirements
d.) They govern the General Conditions

Answer 91

b.) They prevent the need to repeat the requirements in each specification section’s
PART 1 GENERAL

Question 92

Which of the following is an example that best illustrates the relationship between
Division 01—General Requirements sections and the Contract Drawings?
a.) General notes on drawings should replicate applicable Division 01—General
Requirements provisions
b.) Section 01 10 00—Summary should indicate that the drawings are part
of the Contract Documents
c.) The scope of each alternate in Section 01 23 00—Alternates should be delineated
on the drawings
d.) The Contract Drawings should identify which materials are permitted to be substitutions per Section 01 25 00—Substitution Procedures

Answer 92

c.) The scope of each alternate in Section 01 23 00—Alternates should be delineated
on the drawings

Question 93

Identify the division names and numbers for Divisions 02-19 in the Facility Construction Subgroup

Answer 93

Div 02 - Existing Conditions
Div 03 - Concrete
Div 04 - Masonry
Div 05 - Metals
Div 06 - Wood, Plastics, and Composites
Div 07 - Thermal and Moister Protection
Div 08 - Openings
Div 09 - Finishes
Div 10 - Specialites
Div 11 - Equipment
Div 12 - Furnishings
Div 13 - Special Construction
Div 14 - Conveying Equipment
Div 15 - Div 19 - Reserved

Question 94

Identify the division names and numbers for Divisions 20-29 in the Facility Service Subgroup

Answer 94

Div 20 - Reserved
Div 21 - Fire Suppression
Div 22 - Plumbing
Div 23 - Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning
Div 24 - Reserved
Div 25 - Integrated Automation
Div 26 - Electrical
Div 27 - Communications
Div 28 - Eletronic Safety and Security
Div 29 - Reserved

Question 95

Identify the division names and numbers for Divisions 30-39 in the Site and Infrastructure Subgroup

Answer 95

Div 30 - Reserved
Div 31 - Earthwork
Div 32 - Exterior Improvement
Div 33 - Utilities
Div 34 - Transportation
Div 35 - Waterway and Marine
Div 36 - 39 Reserved

Question 96

Identify the division names and numbers for Divisions 40-49 in the Process Equipment

Answer 96

Div 40 - Process Interconnections
Div 41 - Material Processing and Handling Equipment
Div 42 - Process Heating, Cooling, and Drying Equipment
Div 43 - Process Gas and Liquid Handling, Purification and Storage
Div 44 - Pollution and Waste Control Equipment
Div 45 - Industry Specific Manufacturing Equipment
Div 46 - Water and Wastewater Equipment
Div 47 - Div 49 Reserved

Question 97

When developing specifications for a project, you need to specify the method in which soil is removed from the site. Which division would you most likely use to specify the excavation of topsoil and removal from the site?

a.) Division 14—Conveying Equipment
b.) Division 45—Industry-specific Manufacturing Equipment
c.) Division 34—Transportation
d.) Division 31—Earthwork

Answer 97

d.) Division 31—Earthwork

Question 98

When developing specifications for a project, you need to specify interior flush wood doors. Which division would you most likely use to specify the requirements for solid-core flush wood doors?

a.) Division 06—Wood, Plastics, and Composites
b.) Division 08—Openings
c.) Division 12—Furnishings
d.) Division 10—Specialties

Answer 98

b.) Division 08—Openings

Question 99

When developing specifications for a project, you need to specify a system that only allows certain individuals through doors leading to secure areas of the building. Which division would you most likely use to specify the requirements for an access control system?

a.) Division 25—Integrated Automation
b.) Division 40—Process Interconnections
c.) Division 28—Electronic Safety and Security
d.) Division 27—Communications

Answer 99

c.) Division 28—Electronic Safety and Security

Question 100

Describe the hierarchy between the Conditions of the Contract, Division
01—General Requirements, and PART 1 GENERAL of each specification.

Answer 100

*The General Conditions establish the minimum requirements for a contract and take precedence over the specifications.
*The sections within Division 01—General Requirements can expand on
the provisions in the General Conditions but should not conflict with or repeat requirements in the general conditions.
*Similarly, PART 1 GENERAL of each specification can be more specific
than those requirements in Division 01—General Requirements, but not must not conflict with or repeat requirements in either the General Conditions or Division 01—General Requirements.

Question 101

1.) A collateral agreement for performance of another’s undertakings.
2.) A separate contract by a third party who assumes responsibility in case the principal fails to perform.

Answer 101

Guaranty

Question 102

1.) A promise that a proposition of fact is true.
2.) An assurance by the principal that it will assume stipulated responsibilities for completed portions of the project.

Answer 102

Warranty

Question 103

Express warranty

Answer 103

an affirmation of facts or promise made related to the goods or installation and becomes a part of the basis of the bargain.
Any description of the goods or installation that is made part of the basis of the bargain.
Any sample or model that is made a part of the basis of the bargain

Question 104

Full Warranty

Answer 104

A warranty as to full performance covering both labor and materials.

Question 105

Implied Warranty

Answer 105

A promise arising by operation of law that something that is sold shall be merchantable and fit for the purpose for which the seller has reason to know that is required.

Question 106

Limited Warranty

Answer 106

A written warranty that fails to meet one or more of the minimum standards for a full warranty. (limited or no labor, or material, product performance after a time .

Question 107

Which of the following can be described as a written warranty that fails to meet one
or more of the minimum standards for a “full” warranty?
a.) Implied warranty
b.) Express warranty
c.) Limited warranty
d.) None of the above

Answer 107

c.) Limited warranty

Question 108

Which of the following best describes extended warranties?
a.) Covers products and workmanship
b.) Covers products only
c.) None of the above

Answer 108

a.) Covers products and workmanship

Question 109

Which of the following can be described as a warranty as to full performance covering generally both labor and materials?
a.) Full warranty
b.) Limited warranty
c.) Implied warranty
d.) Express warranty

Answer 109

a.) Full warranty

Question 110

Which of the following should be avoided when specifying warranties?
a.) Relying on a warranty as a substitute for thorough investigation of a product and its manufacturer
b.) Requiring warranty coverage that is not available for a particular product
c.) Requiring or permitting a warranty that weakens the owner’s rights
d.) All of the above

Answer 110

d.) All of the above

Question 111

True or False? Express time limits stipulated in product warranties are directly correlated with the expected service life of the product.

Answer 111

False

Question 112

True or False? Even though a manufacturer’s extended warranty is provided to the owner, the owner still has additional protection through the Uniform Commercial Code.

Answer 112

False

Question 113

Describe the purposes of an extended warranty

Answer 113

• To protect the owner against faults, defects, or failures, in spite of technical compliance with the terms of the contract
• To provide a remedy to the owner for nonconformance with the contract after completion and acceptance of construction
• To give the owner recourse against additional parties (manufacturers, subcontractors, and suppliers) who are not in a direct contractual relationship with the owner
• To extend the manufacturer’s responsibility beyond the end of the correction period
• To allow a remedy beyond the normal statute of limitations

Question 114

What are the benefits of an extended warranty?

Answer 114

• The qualification of the installer by the manufacturer
• The manufacturer’s involvement in the construction process
• Provides recourse when a failure occurs

Question 115

What are the Limitations of an extended warranty?

Answer 115

• An extra fee may be required to register the warranty
• It may be valid only if the sales receipt and original containers are returned
• Some warranties may cover replacing the initially installed product but not cover the replacement product itself

Question 116

Describe the three components of design team coordination

Answer 116

organization, execution, and quality assurance

Question 117

Describe the three critical focus areas of coordination

Answer 117

• The relationship between the construction documents as a multi-disciplined representation of the design concept
• The two-way relationship between the architectural drawings and each of the other
  design disciplines
• The relationship between the drawings and specifications

Question 118

Describe the possible results from incomplete coordination

Answer 118

1.) Duplication
2.) Omissions
3.) Discrepancies
4.) Div 01 responsibilities
5.) Terminology differences

Question 119

Describe the three methods of performing a quality control review

Answer 119

There are three options for quality control reviews done by end of Construction Documents:
* By Architect/Engineer
* By Third Party Retained by Owner
* By Third Party Retained by Architect/Engineer

Question 120

Describe the purpose of a constructability review

Answer 120

Constructability is a review of the design to determine if it is practical to construct with the means, methods, and products available at the proposed time of construction, within the owner’s budget, and within the proposed time requirements for the project.