Environmental Conditions & Context Flashcards
Name three types of security that intrusion detection creates.
Three types of security created by this are: object protection, room protection, area and perimeter protection.
What is the term used for beams used in underpinning?
The beams used for this are called needle beams.
What are three types of flat roofing systems?
Three types of this building system are:
• Single-ply membrane (EPDM, TPO, or
PVC system)
• built-up
• modified bitumen
What types of joints are required in every concrete walk more than 30 ft long?
In this kind of construction, control joints at 5 ft on center and expansion joints 20 ft on center are required.
Name five benefits of a green roof.
This type of roof:
• conserves energy
• reduces storm run-off
• absorbs carbon dioxide
• filters air
• protects the roof membrane from
environmental effects such as
ultraviolet radiation
What environmental concerns are associated with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) roofing systems?
These roofing systems are associated with environmental concerns because the material used contains plasticizers and because dioxins are released when the material is manufactured or incinerated.
Name five design strategies used in a hot-arid climate.
Five design strategies used in this type of climate are:
• using compact forms
• minimizing openings
• shading openings
• maximizing thermal mass
• using light colors at exterior surfaces
What are three common reasons to use a concrete sealer?
Three common reasons to use this kind of coating are:
• protect against the penetration of water
• increase resistance to chemicals
• prevent dusting of the surface
A light shelf on a south facing, large, high window is used to moderate which two aspects of the direct sun?
This external design element is often used on windows to help reduce heat gain and visual glare.
What is a main design consideration when photovoltaic panels are to be used in a project?
When these panels are to be used, the architect must provide a large surface area to mount them on.
In what type of environment is epoxy coated reinforcing steel used?
This type of reinforcement is used in a corrosive environment.
What is galvanic action?
This is the corrosive process that takes place when two dissimilar metals come into contact.
In which two brick courses are the longest dimensions of the bricks placed vertically?
The two brick courses with this characteristic are sailor and soldier.
