Question 1

Of the various project delivery methods described in the text, the oldest method is

Accepted Answer

A) design- bid- build (DB
B) method. 
B) integrated project delivery (IP
D) method. 
C) design- build method (D
B) method. 
D) design- negotiate- build (DN
B) method. 
E) construction manager at risk (CMAR)method. 
A) design- bid- build (DB
B) method. 
B) integrated project delivery (IP
D) method. 
C) design- build method (D
B) method. 
D) design- negotiate- build (DN
B) method. 
E) construction manager at risk (CMAR)method.

Question 2

How do GCs generally obtain information on upcoming construction projects that they could bid for?

Accepted Answer

There are several web sites th

Question 3

A GC would usually require performance bond from

Accepted Answer

A) the architect. 
B) each major subcontractor. 
C) the owner and the architect. 
D) the owner, architect, and the consultants. 
E) the owner. 
A) the architect. 
B) each major subcontractor. 
C) the owner and the architect. 
D) the owner, architect, and the consultants. 
E) the owner.

Question 4

In MasterFormat, flooring is part of

Accepted Answer

A) Division 07. 
B) Division 08. 
C) Division 09. 
D) Division 05. 
E) Division 06. 
A) Division 07. 
B) Division 08. 
C) Division 09. 
D) Division 05. 
E) Division 06.

Question 5

The certificate of occupancy predates substantial completion inspection of the project.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Who is responsible for ensuring the safety of workers on the construction site of a typical building project?

Accepted Answer

A) The general contractor 
B) The structural engineer 
C) Occupation Safety and Health Administration of the U.S. Government 
D) The architect 
E) All of the above collectively 
A) The general contractor 
B) The structural engineer 
C) Occupation Safety and Health Administration of the U.S. Government 
D) The architect 
E) All of the above collectively

Question 7

In a typical building project, the GC must provide (and pay for)all three surety bonds-bid bond, performance bond, and payment bond-to the owner. In certain situations, the owner may waive bid bond requirement. Mention one such situation.

Accepted Answer

Bid bond may be waived in situ

Question 8

The design phase of a project is generally divided into three stages that are sequential. List these stages in sequential order in spelt- out format along with their acronyms.

Accepted Answer

1. Sketch design (SD

Question 9

The term MEP is an acronym for

Accepted Answer

A) mechanical, electrical, and plumbing. 
B) mechanical and electrical plans. 
C) municipal emergency plan. 
D) mechanical, electrical, and piping. 
E) mechanical and electrical plant. 
A) mechanical, electrical, and plumbing. 
B) mechanical and electrical plans. 
C) municipal emergency plan. 
D) mechanical, electrical, and piping. 
E) mechanical and electrical plant.

Question 10

The owner is required to provide payment bond to the GC whose bid has been accepted

Accepted Answer

A) when the owner gives the notice to GC to proceed with the work. 
B) within one week of the GC commencing construction. 
C) when the GC provides performance bond to the owner. 
D) at the time of executing the owner- GC agreement. 
E) none of the above. 
A) when the owner gives the notice to GC to proceed with the work. 
B) within one week of the GC commencing construction. 
C) when the GC provides performance bond to the owner. 
D) at the time of executing the owner- GC agreement. 
E) none of the above.

Question 11

What is contained in the program of a building project?

Accepted Answer

The program for a building essentially c

Question 12

The shop drawings are prepared by the

Accepted Answer

A) structural engineer. 
B) architect. 
C) MEP engineer. 
D) all of the above. 
E) none of the above. 
A) structural engineer. 
B) architect. 
C) MEP engineer. 
D) all of the above. 
E) none of the above.

Question 13

Explain the purposes of the three surety bonds used in a typical building project, and the stages at which they are provided.

Accepted Answer

Surety bonds are an important part of a

Question 14

The construction drawings of a building project are prepared during the

Accepted Answer

A) DD stage of the project. 
B) CD stage of the project. 
C) preconstruction phase of the project. 
D) SD stage of the project. 
E) construction phase of the project. 
A) DD stage of the project. 
B) CD stage of the project. 
C) preconstruction phase of the project. 
D) SD stage of the project. 
E) construction phase of the project.

Question 15

List the important items contained in a project manual. At what stage are addenda and contract modifications added to the document that will finally become the project manual?

Accepted Answer

The important items contained in a proje

Question 16

In MasterFormat, Division 02 refers to

Accepted Answer

A) Procurement and Contracting Requirements. 
B) Masonry. 
C) Metals. 
D) General Requirements. 
E) none of the above. 
A) Procurement and Contracting Requirements. 
B) Masonry. 
C) Metals. 
D) General Requirements. 
E) none of the above.

Question 17

Shop drawings are prepared during the design phase of the project.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The project delivery method that should ensure the least amount of litigation among parties contributing to the project is the

Accepted Answer

A) IPD method. 
B) design- build method. 
C) CMAA method. 
D) design- bid- build method. 
E) CMAR method. 
A) IPD method. 
B) design- build method. 
C) CMAA method. 
D) design- bid- build method. 
E) CMAR method.

Question 19

The primary purpose of the contract modification procedure in the agreement between the owner and the GC is to allow change orders.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Establishing the project's economic feasibility and its overall budget is part of the design phase of the project.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 1: An Overview of the Building Delivery Process How Buildings Come Into Being

Of the various project delivery methods described in the text, the oldest method is

How do GCs generally obtain information on upcoming construction projects that they could bid for?

A GC would usually require performance bond from

In MasterFormat, flooring is part of

The certificate of occupancy predates substantial completion inspection of the project.

Who is responsible for ensuring the safety of workers on the construction site of a typical building project?

In a typical building project, the GC must provide (and pay for)all three surety bonds-bid bond, performance bond, and payment bond-to the owner. In certain situations, the owner may waive bid bond requirement. Mention one such situation.

The design phase of a project is generally divided into three stages that are sequential. List these stages in sequential order in spelt- out format along with their acronyms.

The term MEP is an acronym for

The owner is required to provide payment bond to the GC whose bid has been accepted

What is contained in the program of a building project?

The shop drawings are prepared by the

Explain the purposes of the three surety bonds used in a typical building project, and the stages at which they are provided.

The construction drawings of a building project are prepared during the

List the important items contained in a project manual. At what stage are addenda and contract modifications added to the document that will finally become the project manual?

In MasterFormat, Division 02 refers to

Shop drawings are prepared during the design phase of the project.

The project delivery method that should ensure the least amount of litigation among parties contributing to the project is the

The primary purpose of the contract modification procedure in the agreement between the owner and the GC is to allow change orders.

Establishing the project's economic feasibility and its overall budget is part of the design phase of the project.

Design and Constructions Regulations

Loads on Buildings

Load Resistance the Structural Properties of Materials

Properties of the Envelope-I Thermal Properties

Properties of the Envelope-II Air and Water Vapor Control

Fire and Smoke-Related Properties

Acoustical Properties of Materials

Principles of Joints and Sealants Expansion and Contraction Control

Principles of Sustainable Construction

Soils and Excavations

Below-Grade Construction Foundation Systems and Basements

Materials for Wood Construction-I Lumber

Materials for Wood Construction-Ii Engineered Wood Products, Fasteners, and Connectors

Wood Light-Frame Construction-I

Wood Light-Frame Construction-II

Structural Insulated Panel Construction

Material Steel and Steel Components

Structural Steel Construction

Cold-Formed Steel Construction

Lime, Portland Cement, and Concrete

Concrete Construction-I Formwork, Reinforcement, and Slabs-On-Ground

Concrete Construction-II Site-Cast and Precast Concrete Framing Systems

Masonry Materials-I Mortar and Brick

Masonry Materials-II Concrete Masonry Units, Natural Stone, and Glass Masonry Units

Masonry and Concrete Bearing Wall Construction

Exterior Wall Cladding-I Principles of Rainwater Infiltration Control

Exterior Wall Cladding-II Masonry, Precast Concrete, and Gfrc

Exterior Wall Cladding-III Stucco, Adhered Veneer, Eifs, Natural Stone, and Insulated Metal Panels

Glass, Glazing, and Light-Transmitting Plastics

Windows and Doors

Exterior Wall Cladding-Iv Wall System in Glass

Roofing-I Low-Slope Roofs

Roofing-I Steep Roofs

Stairs

Floor Coverings

Ceilings

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