Review of quizzes after midterm Flashcards
Which of the answers below describe a barrier wall?
Select one or more:
a. It has a cavity behind the exterior cladding to allow the moisture to drain out
b. The external face of the cladding is the primary defense against moisture
c. Is always made of wood
d. Is the best wall system to use in any structure
b. The external face of the cladding is the primary defense against moisture
A capillary break_______
Select one or more:
a. Prevents wind driven moisture getting trough the wall between siding lap joints
b. Counteracts capillary suction
c. Are often used in seams to prevent water infiltration
d. All the above
d. All of the above
Tieback anchors are used to_____________
Select one or more:
a. Transfer lateral loads to the structural backup wall
b. Come in only one type or shape
c. Are always made of stainless steel
d. Are only used in high-rise construction
a. Transfer lateral loads to the structural backup wall
The most important component of a drainage type wall is?
Select one or more:
a. The exterior cladding
b. Water proofing membrane on the backup wall
c. Flashing
d. Weep holes
e. All the above
e. All of the above
GFRC is an abbreviation for what cladding type
Select one or more:
a. Glass fiber restrained concrete
b. Glass fiber restrained cement
c. Glass fiber reinforced cement
d. Glass fiber reinforced concrete
d. Glass fiber reinforced concrete
Why is a sealant used overtop of backer rod in curtainwall cladding?
Select one or more:
a. To hold the backer rod in place
b. To seal moisture out of the joint
c. It allows the joint to stay water tight with expansion and contraction
d. All the above
d. all of the above
What elements are used to move water out of a drainage wall?
Select one or more:
a. Weep holes
b. Rigid insulation
c. Flashing
d. Veneer anchors
e. A and C
E. A and C
What is the main difference between stucco when used on a cement backup wall versus a wood sheeted backup wall?
Select one or more:
a. You cannot use stucco on wood walls
b. You do not need lathe when using on a cement wall
c. There is no difference
d. Stucco on wood sheeted walls is superior to cement walls
b. You do not need lathe when using on a cement wall
EFIS wall systems have what as an advantage
Select one or more:
a. Has a infinite life span
b. Is energy efficient for heating a cooling
c. Has a very low carbon foot print
d. Is highly impact resistant
The correct answer is: Is energy efficient for heating a cooling
When cladding a building in masonry a major factor in the design is to support the dead load of the masonry this is done how?
Select one or more:
a. A brick ledge in the foundation
b. Intermediate brick shelves
c. Angles above windows
d. All the above
d. All of the above
Why is tempered glass stronger than annealed glass in bending?
Select one:
a. It’s made with different ingredients
b. It has a plastic film built into the glass
c. It has a locked-in compression envelope that cancels tension
d. It’s thicker plate glass
c. It has a locked-in compression envelope that cancels tension
Low E coated glass does what?
Select one:
a. Reflects solar radiation away from the building
b. Reflects long wavelength energy back into the building
c. Makes it so people on the outside of the building cannot see in
d. Significantly strengthens the glass against breaking
The correct answer is: Reflects long wavelength energy back into the building
To ensure that glass is transparent it must be cooled _______________.
Select one:
a. Rapidly from its molten state
b. Slowly from its liquid state
c. Very slowly from its liquid state
d. None of the above
The correct answer is: Very slowly from its liquid state
Which type of glass breaks into small cubes when shattered?
Select one:
a. Tempered
b. Etched
c. Annealed
Annealed
d. Plate
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: Tempered
Insulated glass units (IGUs) are often filled with what gas or gasses?
Select one:
a. Argon
b. Air
c. Krypton
d. All of the above
d. All of the above
Laminated glass is often used in hazardous locations because.
Select one:
a. Broken glass remains stuck to the laminate instead of falling out of the frame
b. It is more impact resistant than non-laminated glass
c. Can resist explosions with the right laminate
d. All the above
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: All the above
In vinyl or aluminum-clad windows the cladding is used on the exterior ________________.
Select one:
a. Window frame members
b. Sash frame members
c. Exposed beams
d. Window trim
e. A & B
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: A & B
Which of the following types of windows fully opens so that the entire window frame is open to allow ventilation?
Select one:
a. Single-hung
b. Double-hung
c. Sliding
d. Casement
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: Casement
In a window that carries the performance label ”HS-C30 71 X 59” the number 30 indicates that the window _____________________.
Select one:
a. Will leak 30% of a rooms air per hour
b. Conforms to the applicable standard up to a size of 30” X 30”
c. Is designed for a wind load of 30 PSF
d. None of the above
c. Is designed for a wind load of 30 PSF
A stick-built curtain wall consists of
Select one:
a. Mullions and glass
b. Rails and glass
c. Mullions, rails, and glass
d. Mullions, rails, and preassembled units
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: Mullions, rails, and glass
A shear block is used _______________.
Select one:
a. At a mullion expansion joint to allow the mullion to move
b. At the dead-load anchor of a mullion
c. At the expansion anchor of a mullion
d. To connect a rail to the adjacent mullions
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: To connect a rail to the adjacent mullions
Explain the purpose of the following items and state where they are used: (a) shear block, (b) pressure plate, (c) adapter for spandrel glass.
a. Shear block - A shear block is is a piece of aluminum, short in length, that sticks out from a mullion. It is attached to mullions with the use of screws and this is where the rails will be placed over.
b. Pressure plate - is used to bear some of the weight of the glass. It can be located, fastened to mullions as well as rails.
c. Adapter for spandrel glass - usually, the adapter for spandrel glass is used to decrease the amount of space in the “glazing pocket” so that the spandrel glass can be held. They can be located in between the spandrel glass and the rail.
Teachers answer (even though I got full points) -
A) Allows a place to connect a rail to a mullion
B) Holds the glass assembly in place
C) Changes the visible glass assembly to a single spandrel glass assembly
Which type of glass would you not recommend for a sliding-glass entrance door?
Select one:
a. Annealed glass
b. Tempered glass
c. Safety glass
d. Laminated glass
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: Annealed glass
Label the parts. Spandrel Beam, Anchor, Preassembled Unit
Label the Parts
A low slope roof is defined by a roof with a slope less than
Select one or more:
a. 1:12
b. 2:12
c. 3:12
d. 4:12
The correct answer is: 2:12
A built up roof membrane is typically finished with
Select one or more:
a. A single ply roof membrane
b. A flood coat of only bitumen
c. A flood of bitumen and aggregate
d. Plywood
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: A flood of bitumen and aggregate
EPDM lap seams are typically sealed by
Select one or more:
a. Two sided tape
b. Heat welding
c. Liquid adhesives
d. Single sided tape
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: Two sided tape
What is a differences between a standard built up bitumen roofing and modified bitumen roofing?
Select one or more:
a. Modified built up bitumen can be heat welded
b. Standard built up bitumen roofing requires only 2 plies
c. Standard built up bitumen roofing is quicker to install
d. Modified bitumen requires more plies than a standard built up bitumen roof
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: Modified built up bitumen can be heat welded
A class A roof is:
Select one or more:
a. The least fire resistant
b. The least impact resistant
c. The most impact resistant
d. The most fire resistant
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: The most fire resistant
A metal roof system can be used for both low slope and steep slope roofs?
Select one:
True
False
The correct answer is ‘True’.
Which roofing system will last the longest
Select one or more:
a. Clay Tile Roofing
b. EPDM Roofing
c. TPO Roofing
d. Asphalt Roofing
e. Metal Roofing
The correct answer is: Clay Tile Roofing
Which is the correct order of installation
Select one or more:
a. Rake edge drip flashing, underlayment, eave edge drip flashing, ice damn
b. Ice damn, rake drip flashing, eave edge drip flashing underlayment
c. Ice damn, eave edge drip flashing, underlayment, rake edge drip flashing
d. Underlayment, eave edge drip flashing, ice damn, rake edge drip flashing
The correct answer is: Ice damn, eave edge drip flashing, underlayment, rake edge drip flashing
In a protected membrane roofing system what is used to protect the loose laid insulation
Select one or more:
a. Gravel ballast
b. Stone pavers
c. Cover Board
d. All the above
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: All the above
What is the difference between organic and fiberglass roofing felt?
Select one or more:
a. Organic felt is typically used on steep pitched roofs
b. Fiberglass felt is typically better suited for flat roof systems
c. Fiberglass felt has a highly tear strength
d. Treated organic felt is more water resistant
e. All of the above
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: All of the above
You are renovating a small residence and the bathroom floor tiles are cracked. What is a possible reason for the cracking tile?
Select one:
a. The sub floor is no longer able to support the tile above.
b. The existing joists are spaced two far apart and not able to hold the sub floor flat.
c. One or more parts of the floor assemble may have water damage.
d. There are inconsistencies in the mortar bed causing the tiles to move.
e. All of the above.
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: All of the above.
What are two possible benefits from installing a drop ceiling in a classroom space?
Select one:
a. Room echo is reduced.
b. Services like the HVAC can be hidden.
c. To create an aesthetic ceiling surface.
d. All of the above.
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: All of the above.
The ceiling plane provides a unique space to modulate sound, light, and appearance.
Select one:
a. True
b. False
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: True
In a building where no ceiling is provided and the structure utilities are exposed:
Select one:
a. All systems must be carefully designed.
b. On-site coordination of construction is critical
c. Mechanical and electrical sub-contractors are allowed easy access and freedom of choice in locating their work.
d. Answers A) & B)
e. All of the above
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: All of the above
Which of the following is NOT a ceiling assembly?
Select one:
a. Direct-hung
b. Indirect-direct furring
c. Indirect-hung
d. Furring bar
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: Indirect-direct furring
Why might you use tiled carpet in a high traffic area?
Select one:
a. Reduce foot traffic sound.
b. Create a unique pattern while reducing total cost.
c. Can be easily replaced.
d. All of the above.
The correct answer is: All of the above.
What would NOT be performance criteria for finish materials?
Select one:
a. Durability
b. Hygienic qualities
c. Acoustical properties
d. Flammability
e. Curing time
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: Curing time
Why might you use a thick bed of mortar when tiling a floor on a concrete sub-floor?
Select one:
a. The mortar bed is stronger than that concrete floor.
b. The mortar bed allows for the concrete to crack without cracking the tile.
c. The mortar is easier to install than thin-bed mortar systems.
d. The mortar is the finished surface and needs the additional thickness.
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: The mortar bed allows for the concrete to crack without cracking the tile.
What floor finish would have the highest life cycle cost?
Select one:
a. Carpet
b. Tile
c. Wood
d. Vinyl Flooring
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: Vinyl Flooring
What material will last the longest in an exterior application?
Select one:
a. Carpet
b. Wood
c. Stone Tile
d. Composite Decking
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: Stone Tile
In addition to providing an even and paintable surface, what critical element does drywall add to a wall assemble?
Select one:
a. Durability
b. Flame retardent
c. Place to hang pictures
d. Water resistance
The correct answer is: Flame retardent
You need to select a finish material for livingroom. What would be an appropriate material for a client that wants a material that is both durable and sustaianable?
Select one:
a. Carpet
b. Vinyl Tile
c. Natural wood flooring
d. Composite tiles
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: Natural wood flooring
You need to select a material for a cafeteria at a local highschool. What would be a cost-effective material choice?
Select one:
a. Wood floor
b. Tile floor
c. Carpet tile
d. Vinyl tile
The correct answer is: Vinyl tile
There is a small conference room being renovated. What attribute would be the most important for the finish materials?
Select one:
a. Hygenic properties
b. Acoustic properties
c. Slip resistence
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: Acoustic properties
You are renovating one of the labs on campus where the Veterinary Science classes are held. What would be a critical concern for the finish materials?
Select one:
a. Acoustic properties
b. Hygenic properties
c. Warmth
Your answer is correct.
The correct answer is: Hygenic properties
