Midpoint IDFX Practice Test Part 2 Flashcards
When audible and visual (A/V) life safety alarms are used in a combination device, a general consideration that needs to be accommodated is:
more devices may be required due to the requirements for visible alarms
Upper shelves located above an accessible (barrier free) work surface must not exceed:
48”
There are a number of considerations that are important in designing a safe and accessible residential bathroom. Which is the most important?
There should be at least 30x48 inches of clear space in front of an accessible tub or shower.
What’s the minimum clear floor space of a shower?
30”
When designing a stairway, which items must be designed to specific requirements to be accessible?
nosing and handrail
The vertical grab bar at the side-wall of an accessible toilet must be mounted at:
39 inches (990 mm) - 41 inches (1040 mm) AFF
What is the minimum size of the vertical grab bar at the side-wall of an accessible toilet?
18”
What is the minimum clear width of a ramp?
36”
The controls for all accessible (barrier free) wall mounted restroom accessories must be located how many inches/mm AFF for a SIDE reach:
15” (380 mm) - 48” (1220 mm)
In an accessible shower, on how many sides of the stall are grab bars required?
2
What is the minimum dimension for the bottom stair handrail extension?
not less than the depth of one tread beyond the bottom riser
The centerline of accessible (barrier free) toilets must be how far from the side wall or partition of a toilet compartment?
16” (405 mm) - 18” (455 mm)
What are the dimensions of an unobstructed forward reach?
15”min. - 48” max.
The common path of egress travel distance cannot exceed:
100’
What tests measure the moisture level of a concrete floor?
mat test, hygrometer test, calcium chloride test
What test measures for alkalinity, and is used in addition to pH test testing to concrete prior to application of tile adhesives or coatings? High alkalinity in concrete can cause problems with tile installation.
titration test
What cost method uses base unit pricing per material type?
Parameter Method
What cost method takes specific manufacturer’s and products to get a fairly exact budget?
Detailed quantity takeoff method
What cost method deals with pricing alternatives?
Matrix costing
What are numerical values that reflect the relative cost of construction or various goods and services in a specific geographic area or region compared to a reference or base location?
local cost indices
What are the downsides to Rayon?
moderate abrasion resistance, low resiliency, and specifically has very poor resistance to fading from sunlight
What is considered trim?
Picture molds, chair rails, baseboards, handrails, door and window frames, and similar decorative or protective materials used in fixed applications
What’s the max percentage of combustible trim you can have?
10%
A window covering that is made from fabric and generally not intended to be opened is called
curtain
On a large commercial project where the interior designer is part of the architectural team, what is the correct order for construction drawings?
Civil, Architectural, Structural, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical
When would be most appropriate for an interior designer to use the prefix letter ‘I’ when numbering a set of construction drawings?
‘I’ should be used for interior design sheets when an architect’s drawings are included as part of the drawing set
Which method of veneer cut results in the straightest grain possible from most species of trees?
quarter slicing
What type of joinery detail is this?
Rabbet Joint
What type of joinery detail is this?
dado joint
What type of joinery detail is this?
dovetail dado joint
What type of joinery detail is this?
shoulder miter joint
In creating drawings for paneling that will be suspended from a wall with cleats, the most important piece of information is the ___
dimension between the panel top and ceiling
As listed in a window schedule, which dimension is called out first?
width
What are the four areas of measurement of a window?
(1)Unit Size (2)Rough Opening (3)Sash (size of the glass and material that grips it) (4) glass size (measure of the glass alone)
In interiors, the term millwork is often used interchangeably with
architectural woodwork
What is the Exit access?
leads from any occupied portion of the building to an exit
What is an exit?
provides a protected path between the exit access and exit discharge or public way
What is the Area of Refuge?
An area where persons unable to use stairways can wait for assistance during an emergency
What symbol does this represent?
Supply air diffuser
What symbol does this represent?
supply air diffuser that indicates the direction the air is blowing
What does this symbol represent?
supply air diffuser (slot air diffuser)
What does this symbol represent?
Return air diffuser
What does this symbol represent?
Smoke detector (found on RCP)
What is “benchmarking”?
The process of studying performance statistics of one firm against another that is considered an industry leader.
In terms of the programming process, what is one of the most reliable ways to gather information for a commercial project?
observations
While as a competent designer needs to understand issues across all phases of the design process, zoning requirements are usually thoroughly investigated, satisfied and resolved in which phase of the design?
Design development
When starting a project within a structure located within a designated historic district, why is an historical analysis important?
the “historical significance” must be taken into account when applying accessibility requirements
Ideas are sketched, during the schematic design phase, in abstract forms/shapes in plan view that represent the program’s spaces, activities, and circulation patterns.
What are these conceptual sketches referred to as?
bubble diagrams
A rational approach to design that emphasizes human-environment interaction would most likely be based on
environmental design research
Beyond overall safety considerations, what would be important when you are designing the surface materials/finishes of a ramp in a facility for the visually impaired to help them with changes in direction?
tactile considerations
Which of the following design considerations LEAST affects the customer in a retail space?
Display adjustability
What design principle is gradation apart of?
Rhythm
In what three ways does the body lose heat?
convection, evaporation and radiation
During the schematic design phase, which is the most appropriate sequence of steps for producing a space plan?
Spaces requiring plumbing, largest spaces, general circulation, public spaces, then other room allocations
What are the three basic adjacency needs?
people, products and information
Bubble diagrams are most often part of which design phase?
schematic
What information does the designer need before space planning?
occupancy groups, req. for special occasions, gross area, occupant loads, req. for common path of travel, and # of req. exits
What does a test fit plan do?
generally shows most of the furniture and equipment and is drawn to scale
“Precept” drawings are what type of design document?
Idea sketches developed during programming about how the final design solution might respond to the identified design problems.
The main purpose of interior design professional associations is:
they provide both tangible and intangible business benefits.
When the term “social responsibility” is used in relation to the Interior Design profession it usually means:
It is the use of the interior designer’s expertise to enhance public places.
What is true about a low voltage lamp?
Can be an LED, incandescent, or halogen. Operate at lower voltage than 120V (typically 12V). Provide better beam control than a standard incandescent lamp.
A product that is reusable after it has served its purpose in the original building is what in the life cycle of another building?
salvaged materials
What type of light source is the smallest lamp size?
MR16
The best way to avoid fabric slippage over a cushion would be to specify
channeling
As an interior designer, what is the best method to make sure old carpet from the renovation of an office building will be recycled?
Include a specification on the drawing set detailing the recycling procedure for the old carpet
What fabric standard tests and certifies to be free from harmful levels of more than 100 substances known to be harmful to human health?
Oeko-Tex standard
How many double rubs does a fabric have to withstand to be considered durable?
15,000
What standard uses the Martindale test?
ASTM D4966
What does Greenguard Certification mean?
helps manufacturers create –and helps buyers identify–interior products and materials that have low chemical emissions, improving the quality of the air in which the products are used
Windows facing what direction will maximize daylighting without the use of special equipment or additional architectural features?
south
What is the most important aspect of acoustics in the design of interior spaces that designers should be most concerned about addressing?
control of sound
Which element of design is created with lines, planes, volumes, and to a lesser extent, points?
form
What is primarily concerned with measuring the size of the human body and developing dimensional ranges within which certain percentages of a given population fall?
Anthropometrics
How are composite wood veneers used?
As a “green” alternative to standard wood veneers
Which types of luminaires require a ballast?
HID and fluorescent
What is required in an LED light?
transformer or driver
4 important considerations for light quality?
glare, contrast, uniformity and color
What index is used to rate how well one light source renders the color of an object when compared with a reference source of similar chromatic properties?
color rendering index (CRI)
What testing refers to the ability of a coated fabric , such as vinyl or faux leather, to withstand extended exposure to heat and humidity? Also known as the jungle test. It is only used for polyurethane-coated fabrics because the coating is water-based and may react to warmth or moisture when used for seating.
hydrolysis resistance
What does this symbol represent?
data and telephone
What are 3 types of wayfinding?
change in floor direction, wall color, and signage
What type of signage must be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door, so that there is a minimum clear floor space of 18” x 18” (455 mm x 455 mm) centered on the tactile characters beyond the arc of the door swing?
permanent tactile signage
As measured from the nosing, a handrail for barrier-free design must have a height of:
34 to 38 in.
What is the minimum clear floor space required for side transfer for an accessible (barrier free) shower?
36” x 48”
The common path of egress travel distance cannot exceed:
100’
Exit access corridors in non-sprinklered buildings must have a rating of
1 hr.
The minimum clearance at an accessible (barrier free) counter is:
30”W x 17”D
Accessible (barrier free) work counters should be no higher than:
34”
This measuring technique creates a “point cloud” forming a 3D image of the object or space being measured.
laser scanning
Which method of information gathering entails using photographs from different angles to create a three-dimensional model?
convergent photogrammetry
Per the General Conditions of the Contract for Construction, who is responsible for documentation?
interior designer
What would be the best scale to use if you were drawing a very complex elevation?
1/2” or 1:20
What would be the BEST scale to use to show a detail of a reveal for a full height millwork cabinet, which is to be scribed to a gypsum board ceiling?
1 ½” – 3” scale
Of the options, which line weight would you most likely use for the profile of a cabinet in a custom millwork section?
.70
What millwork finish should be used for high traffic area?
polyurethane
Which is the most common method of veneer matching?
book matching
A home run noted on the contract documents is:
A graphic indication showing which lights and outlets are connects to a particular circuit breaker in an electrical panel box
What is a study based on the program to determine a project budget, schedule, and requirements for starting a construction or renovation project?
Feasibility study
On what sheet of a construction drawing set would be the most logical location for the door schedule?
On the partition plan
A dead-end corridor may not exceed how many feet in a sprinklered building?
50’
What is not typically required by the AHJ to appear on the first sheet of the drawing set?
The number of occupants to be accommodated on every floor and in all rooms and spaces
