PPP

Question 1

Smoke proof tower

Answer 1

Enclosure allowing safe exit without encountering the hazard of rising smoke. Required by building codes in structures over a certain height

Question 2

Critical path

Answer 2

The path in a network diagram that requires the greatest amount of total time to complete the activities

Question 3

On a tall building an entrance plaza is best protected from wind by

Answer 3

Relocating the entrance. Wind breaks don’t help because wind flows down the face creating a vortex

Question 4

ANSI standards usually refer to what?

Answer 4

Accessibility

Question 5

Elevator car Ada requirements

Answer 5

36” wide door
54” high controls
Tactile control indicators

Question 6

Indoor design temps are based on what?

Answer 6

The range of conditions under which most people feel comfortable usually a little higher in hotter months

Question 7

Soul bearing values as it relates to programming

Answer 7

Unimportant as this is not part of a clients programming considerations as are financing, and operations

Question 8

Project overhead costs

Answer 8

All expenses attributable to a specific project that are not included in labor, materials, or equipment

Question 9

During programming. Space needs should be expressed in terms of…

Answer 9

Square feet and floor area

Question 10

What is the main difference between an axial pattern versus a linear pattern

Answer 10

The focus of an axial pattern is its orientation to fixed objects at its ends whereas a linear pattern is generally open ended

Question 11

A two dimensional form does not possess

Answer 11

Mass and or volume

Question 12

How does touch relate to the perception of space

Answer 12

Even though touch can help understand texture and shape. It does not help define space

Question 13

According to Ada what disabilities must be accommodated on accessible routes

Answer 13

All disabilities

Question 14

Epa identified sound pressure level max to protect against hearing loss

Answer 14

70 db

Question 15

Sound pressure level of normal conversation

Answer 15

40-60 db

Question 16

Organic feedstock

Answer 16

Organic matter that mold can eat. Mold cannot eat inorganic matter such as concrete

Question 17

Cpm dummy activity

Answer 17

Shown with a dotted line it represents an activity with zero duration. It is used to show that the next activity cannot be done without it but does not occur as a result or in sequence with the previous activities

Question 18

When in the architectural process is the best time to make changes

Answer 18

As soon as possible

Question 19

If there is a user group when should they be involved in the architectural process?

Answer 19

During programming

Question 20

Minimum clear path for a wheelchair is what? And what dimension can it be reduced to (for an opening)?

Answer 20

36”

32”

Question 21

What does SPL stand for

Answer 21

Sound pressure level. Usually represented in terms of decibels starting from 0 which is the threshold for human audibility

Question 22

What is the contractual relationship between the owner and the architects consultants

Answer 22

There is no contractual relationship. The consultant has a contract only with the architect and only looks to the architect for authorization and direction

Question 23

Explain the contractual relationship between the architect and consultant as it relates to the owner.

Answer 23

The contractual obligations the arch has to the owner should be the same as those that the consultant has to the architect

Question 24

A specific plan is usually developed by…

Answer 24

The city. Though in many cases it has specific owners and uses in mind

Question 25

What is secondary space?

Answer 25

Also called unassigned area it is area in a building not including the net area (area for assigned activities) including electrical rooms, shafts, circulation space, mechanical rooms, structure and walls

Question 26

Explain how a construction trailer must comply with Ada

Answer 26

It does not. Temporary facilities not accessible to the public and not for public use are not required to need Ada

Question 27

Exculpatory clause

Answer 27

part of an agreement which relieves one party from liability. It is a provision in a contract which is intended to protect one party from being sued for their wrongdoing or

Question 28

Who pays for mediation fees based on B101?

Answer 28

Both parties share mediation fees equally

Question 29

Gray water

Answer 29

Gently used water originating from in home water sources other than toilets and kitchen sinks

Question 30

U-Factor

Answer 30

A measure of heat transmission through a material or assembly. Low values indicate slow transmission and high values indicate rapid transmission

Question 31

Spot zoning

Answer 31

The designation of a parcel of land for a use classification different from that of the surrounding area to favor a particular owner. If the property was existing and made inconsistent from the surrounding area by a later law this would be a nonconforming use

Question 32

Discount fee

Answer 32

Also known as origination fee this is paid to the lender for the privilege of borrowing the loan. The borrower for example will only receive $9 per $10 borrowed but still pay back the $10

Question 33

Float

Answer 33

The difference in time duration between the critical path and any other path

Question 34

What activities can be delayed based on the critical path method

Answer 34

Any activity not on the critical path so long as float time is not exceeded. By definition activities on the critical path do not have float and therefore may not be delayed without impact to the project

Question 35

How many square feet in an acre?

Answer 35

43,560 sf

Question 36

When does the south wall of a building received the most solar radiation?

Answer 36

In the winter. Less sun is received by the east and west due to shorter days

Question 37

When do the east and west walls receive the most solar radiation.

Answer 37

In the summer. Due to the longer days these two walls receive more. The south receives less due to the higher sun altitude