topic 1 (quiz) Flashcards
____ refers to information that is collected, observed, or measured and can be analyzed or used for decision-making.
data
_____ can be in various forms, such as numbers, text, images, lr other types of recorded observations.
data
_____ is often raw and unprocessed, meaning it doesn’t have much meaning on its own until it’s organized, processed, or interpreted.
data
processed data
information
____ Raw, unprocessed facts and figures without context.
data
_____ can be numbers, words, measurements, observations, or even just symbols.
data
2 characteristics of data
- unorganized
- context-free
____ Data is often collected without any specific structure.
unorganized
_____ Data alone doesn’t convey meaning or understanding.
context-free
_____ Data that has been processed, organized, or structured or provide context, meaning, or insight.
information
2 characteristics of information
- organized
- contextual
_____ Information is structured in a way that makes it useful for decision-making.
organized
____ Information is data that has been interpreted within a specific context, making it meaningful.
contextual
A _____ is an organized collection of data that is stored and managed to allow easy access, retrieval, updating, and management of information.
database
_____ are structured to facilitate the efficient storage retrieval and manipulation of data, and they are often used to manage large amounts of information across various applications.
database
4 uses of database
- data management
- transaction processing
- data analysis
- backup and recovery
____ Storing and organizing large amounts of data for easy access and management.
data management
_____ Handling real-time transactions, such as those in banking, e-commerce, or online booking systems.
transaction processing
____ Supporting complex queries and data analysis, often used in business intelligence applications.
data analysis
____ Providing mechanisms to back up data and recover it in case of failure.
backup and recovery
______ refers to the process of defining, organizing, controlling, and maintaining databases so that data can be stored, retrieved, and updates efficiently and securely.
database management
____ involves a variety of tasks and tools that ensure databases are optimized for performance, integrity, and accessibility while safeguarding the data they contain.
database management
_____ involves a variety of tasks and tools that ensure databases are optimized for performance, integrity, and accessibility while safeguarding the data they contain.
database management
4 important of database management
- data availability
- data security
- efficiency
- scalability
_____ Ensures that data is accessible whenever needed.
data availability
_____ Protects sensitive information from unauthorized access and breaches.
data security
______ Optimizes the performance of database operations, reducing response times and improving user experience.
efficiency
_____ Allows the database to grow with the needs of the organization, handling increasing amounts of data and users.
scalability
9 types of data in the construction industry
- project data
- site data
- resource data
- financial data
- quality and safety data
- design data
- operational data
- environmental data
- stakeholder data
_____ Includes project schedules, budgets, blueprints, material specifications, and labor information.
project data
_____ Real-time data from construction sites, such as measurements, progress reports, and safety logs.
site data
_____ Information on materials, equipment, and workforce availability.
resource data
_____ Costs, payments, contracts, and financial forecasts.
financial data
_____ Inspections, compliance records, and incident reports.
quality and safety data
____ includes architectural drawings, structural designs, engineering plans, and specifications.
design data
_____ is crucial for ensuring that the construction follows the intended design.
design data
_____ Real-time data from construction equipment, such as fuel consumption, operational hours, and maintenance schedules.
operational data
____ data helps in optimizing the usage of machinery and reducing downtime.
operational data
____ Information on weather conditions, soil characteristics, and site topography.
environmental data
____ data is essential for planning and adapting construction activities to external conditions.
environmental data
____ Details about project stakeholders, such as contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients.
stakeholder data
____ includes contact information, contracts, and communication logs.
stakeholder data
