PPP Flashcards
Smoke proof tower
Enclosure allowing safe exit without encountering the hazard of rising smoke. Required by building codes in structures over a certain height
Critical path
The path in a network diagram that requires the greatest amount of total time to complete the activities
On a tall building an entrance plaza is best protected from wind by
Relocating the entrance. Wind breaks don’t help because wind flows down the face creating a vortex
ANSI standards usually refer to what?
Accessibility
Elevator car Ada requirements
36” wide door
54” high controls
Tactile control indicators
Indoor design temps are based on what?
The range of conditions under which most people feel comfortable usually a little higher in hotter months
Soul bearing values as it relates to programming
Unimportant as this is not part of a clients programming considerations as are financing, and operations
Project overhead costs
All expenses attributable to a specific project that are not included in labor, materials, or equipment
During programming. Space needs should be expressed in terms of…
Square feet and floor area
What is the main difference between an axial pattern versus a linear pattern
The focus of an axial pattern is its orientation to fixed objects at its ends whereas a linear pattern is generally open ended
A two dimensional form does not possess
Mass and or volume
How does touch relate to the perception of space
Even though touch can help understand texture and shape. It does not help define space
According to Ada what disabilities must be accommodated on accessible routes
All disabilities
Epa identified sound pressure level max to protect against hearing loss
70 db
Sound pressure level of normal conversation
40-60 db
Organic feedstock
Organic matter that mold can eat. Mold cannot eat inorganic matter such as concrete
Cpm dummy activity
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
When in the architectural process is the best time to make changes
As soon as possible
If there is a user group when should they be involved in the architectural process?
During programming
Minimum clear path for a wheelchair is what? And what dimension can it be reduced to (for an opening)?
36”
32”
What does SPL stand for
Sound pressure level. Usually represented in terms of decibels starting from 0 which is the threshold for human audibility
What is the contractual relationship between the owner and the architects consultants
There is no contractual relationship. The consultant has a contract only with the architect and only looks to the architect for authorization and direction
Explain the contractual relationship between the architect and consultant as it relates to the owner.
The contractual obligations the arch has to the owner should be the same as those that the consultant has to the architect
A specific plan is usually developed by…
The city. Though in many cases it has specific owners and uses in mind
What is secondary space?
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
Explain how a construction trailer must comply with Ada
It does not. Temporary facilities not accessible to the public and not for public use are not required to need Ada
Exculpatory clause
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
Who pays for mediation fees based on B101?
Both parties share mediation fees equally
Gray water
Gently used water originating from in home water sources other than toilets and kitchen sinks
U-Factor
A measure of heat transmission through a material or assembly. Low values indicate slow transmission and high values indicate rapid transmission
Spot zoning
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
Discount fee
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
Float
The difference in time duration between the critical path and any other path
What activities can be delayed based on the critical path method
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
How many square feet in an acre?
43,560 sf
When does the south wall of a building received the most solar radiation?
In the winter. Less sun is received by the east and west due to shorter days
When do the east and west walls receive the most solar radiation.
In the summer. Due to the longer days these two walls receive more. The south receives less due to the higher sun altitude
