Lesson 06- Sched Of Design & Const.

Question 1

The architect is faced with four components to every design decision:

Answer 1

1. Cost
2. Function
3. Time
4. Aesthetics

Question 2

The architect is faced with four components to every design decision, + the new sustainable ecological paradigm adds:

Answer 2

1. Cost
2. Function
3. Time
4. Aesthetics
5. Sustainability

Question 3

Life-Cycle Costing

Answer 3

is concerned not only with the first cost but the operating, maintenance, periodic replacement, and residual value of the design element.

Question 4

FLOAT PATHS

Answer 4

Are all paths in the network diagram, other than the critical path

Question 5

The FLOAT

Answer 5

is the difference in time duration between the critical path and any other path.

Question 6

Fast-Track Scheduling

Answer 6

The architect/engineer’s design schedule is combined with the builder’s construction schedule, to realize an overall saving of time in completing the entire project.

Question 7

MATRIX COSTING

Answer 7

An economic analysis, which evaluates Cost Elements in a Broad Matrix of Interaction, between different Building Systems in a creative and organized fashion.