Construction Drawings, Specifications, & Layout. 2. Building Envelope System

Front 1

All of the finish grade references on the drawings are keyed to a

Back 1

Benchmark

Front 2

The different elevations on a site are shown as __________ on the site plan.

Back 2

Contour Lines

Front 3

Local building codes may include a(n) __________ requirement in which the property owner cannot build.

Back 3

Easement

Front 4

The __________ shows the structure from either the front or the side.

Back 4

Elevation View

Front 5

A __________ may influence the position of a structure on the depth of the site.

Back 5

Front Setback

Front 6

Official survey points may be marked using __________.

Back 6

Monuments

Front 7

Lumber is commonly sold by its __________ rather than its actual dimensions.

Back 7

Nominal Size

Front 8

The __________ shows the structure from above.

Back 8

Plan View

Front 9

The legal boundaries of a site are known as __________.

Back 9

Property Lines

Front 10

A __________ depicts the connections of a piping system.

Back 10

Riser Diagram

Front 11

A detailed drawing of a region that depicts the natural and man-made features is a __________.

Back 11

Topographical Survey

Front 12

The types of lines used on a construction drawing to show parts that are obstructed by another surface or part that is closer to the viewer are __________.

A. Object Lines

B. Leader Lines

C. Center Lines

D. Hidden Lines

Back 12

D. Hidden Lines

Front 13

Additional information about doors and windows can be located __________.

A. In a separate door & window schedule

B. In the legend

C. In the title block

D. On the cover sheet of the drawings

Back 13

A. In a separate door and window schedule.

Front 14

The type of welding to be performed is indicated using a _________.

A. Welding Symbol

B. Schematic

C. Weld Symbol

D. Plumbing Symbol

Back 14

C. Weld Symbol

Front 15

The same abbreviations are used by all architects and engineers.

True

False

Back 15

False

Front 16

If a line on a drawing actually measures 4" long and the drawing scale is 1/2" = 1'-0", the line represents an item that is __________.

A. 4' Long

B. 8' Long

C. 12' Long

D. 16' Long

Back 16

B. 8' Long

Front 17

The construction drawing that commonly includes the direction and length of property boundaries, location of utilities, and existing grade contours is the ___________.

A. Foundation Plan

B. Floor Plan

C. Mechanical Plan

D. Site Plan

Back 17

D. Site Plan

Front 18

The numbering system for "MasterFormat 2012" contains ___________.

A. Four Digits

B. Six Digits

C. Ten Digits

D. Sixteen Digits

Back 18

B. Six Digits

Front 19

The International Building Code was first introduced in ______________.

A. 1986

B. 1986

C. 2000

D. 2012

Back 19

C. 2000

Front 20

When using the 3-4-5 method to create a 90° angle and the first two sides measure 21' & 28', the length of the hypotenuse is ______________.

A. 14'

B. 24'

C. 35'

D. 42'

Back 20

C. 35'

Front 21

A drawing that shows the horizontal view of a building, the length and width of the building, and the floor layout of the rooms is called ______________.

A. Elevation Drawing

B. Foundation Plan

C. Plot Plan

D. Floor Plan

Back 21

D. Floor Plan

Front 22

The distance required by building code from the street to the front of a structure is called _____________.

A. Street Easement

B. Front Setback

C. Porch Line

D. Parkway

Back 22

B. Front Setback

Front 23

Roof plans provide a side view of the structure.

True

False

Back 23

TRUE

Front 24

Which three organizations worked together to develop the International Building Code?

A. ICBO, BOCA, NFPA

B. SBCCI, NFPA, ICBO

C. NFPA, BOCA, SBCCI

D. BOCA, ICBO, SBCCI

Back 24

D. BOCA - ICBO - SBCCI

Front 25

The 3-4-5 rule, used when squaring a building, is based on the _____________.

A. Isosceles Triangle

B. Right Triangle

C. Equilateral Triangle

D. Acute Triangle

Back 25

B. Right Triangle

Front 26

Which of the following triangles does NOT follow the 3-4-5 rule?

A. 10.5 - 14 - 17.5

B. 21 - 28 - 35

C. 18 - 24 - 36

D. 15 - 20 - 25

Back 26

C. 18 - 24 - 36

Front 27

The edges and joints of the building wrap should be sealed using _____________.

A. Contact Cement

B. Water Proof Adhesive

C. Metal Furring Channels

D. Special Contractor's Tape

Back 27

D. Special Contractors Tape

Front 28

When applying building wrap, all wall openings, such as doors and windows, should be covered.

True

False

Back 28

TRUE

Front 29

Windows that swing open like a door are ____________.

A. Fixed Windows

B. Awning Windows

C. Hopper Windows

D. Casement Windows

Back 29

D. Casement Windows

Front 30

Which of the following windows cannot be opened?

A. Awning Windows

B. Casement Windows

C. Skylights

D. Roof Windows

Back 30

Skylights

Front 31

The typical height for an exterior door is _____________.

A. 64"

B. 70"

C. 76"

D. 80"

Back 31

D. 80"

Front 32

A window is plumbed and leveled using _____________.

A. Shims

B. A Crowbar

C. An Extension Jamb

D. The Hinge Jamb

Back 32

A. Shims

Front 33

Secure a window unit to framing members using ____________.

A. Duplex Nails

B. Casing Nails

C. Brads

D. Finishing Nails

Back 33

B. Casing Nails

Front 34

When replacing windows in older buildings, it may be necessary to build out the jamb using ____________.

A. 2x4's

B. Additional Framing Members

C. Jamb Extensions

D. Gypsum Board

Back 34

C. Jamb Extensions

Front 35

The difference in size between the nominal and actual sizes of glass block is _____________.

A. ⅛"

B. ¼"

C. ⅜"

D. ¾"

Back 35

D. ¾"

Front 36

The direction of door swing is determined when ______________.

A. Facing the door from the inside of the building

B. The architect develops the plans

C. Facing the door from the outside of the building

D. The door is installed in the rough opening

Back 36

C. Facing the door from the outside of the building

Front 37

Commercial exterior doors are often installed by teams that have been specially trained by the door manufacturer.

TRUE

FALSE

Back 37

True

Front 38

For locksets, the typical center-to-floor distance is ___________.

A. 24"

B. 32"

C. 36"

D. 42"

Back 38

C. 36"

Front 39

The framework around the glass in a window is the ______________.

A. Schenker

B. Sash

C. Casing

D. Header

Back 39

B. Sash

Front 40

A double-hung window contains __________.

A. A single, fixed sash

B. Two fixed sashes

C. One fixed sash & one movable sash

D. Two movable sashes

Back 40

D. Two Movable Sashes

Front 41

Of the following types of glazing, the one with the greatest insulating value is

A. DS

B. Low-E

C. Double-Pane

D. Argon Filled

Back 41

B. Low-E

Front 42

The top horizontal member of a window frame is the ___________.

A. Header

B. Stile

C. Trimmer

D. Head Jamb

Back 42

D. Head Jamb

Front 43

The most common thickness of an exterior residential door is ____________.

A. 1¼"

B. 1½"

C. 1¾"

D. 2"

Back 43

C. 1¾"

Front 44

When using casing nails to install a window, what tool should be used to drive the head of the nail below the surface without denting the frame?

A. Plumb Bob

B. Casing Tool

C. Nail Set

D. Jab Saw

Back 44

C. Nail Set

Front 45

To determine the size opening needed for a glass block window add an allowance for expansion strips at the header and at the jamb of

A. 3/8"

B. 1/2"

C. 5/8"

D. 3/4"

Back 45

A. 3/8"

Front 46

Once a window is installed, trim should be fastened in place using ___________.

A. Casing Nails

B. Panel Adhesive

C. Staples

D. Finish Nails

Back 46

D. Finish Nails

Front 47

The horizontal member at the bottom of a door opening is __________.

A. Threshold

B. Stile

C. Footer

D. Rail

Back 47

A. Threshold

Front 48

When installing an exterior door, the top inner screw on each hinge should be replaced with a _____________.

A. Lag Bolt

B. 2-1/2" or 3" Wood Screw

C. 1-1/2" Drive Screw

D. 16D Nail

Back 48

B. 2-1/2" or 3" Wood Screw

Front 49

Shims can be moist easily cut to size by __________.

A. Scoring with a knife & snapping

B. Using tin snips

C. Sawing

D. Using a chisel and mallet

Back 49

A. Scoring with a knife & snapping

Front 50

Which of the following types of locksets is most secure?

A. Cylindrical

B. Mortise

C. Deadbolt

D. Tubular

Back 50

B. Mortise

Front 51

Building wrap is made from __________.

A. Polyethylene Fiber

B. Fiberglass

C. Polyurethane Strands

D. Recycled Paper

Back 51

A. Polyethylene Fiber

Front 52

The exterior walls, doors, windows, and roof are all part of the __________.

Back 52

Building Envelope

Front 53

Wood windows commonly use __________ or aluminum for cladding.

Back 53

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

Front 54

A door with a light uses __________ to secure the panes of glass.

Back 54

Muntins

Front 55

The glass inserts in a door are called __________.

Back 55

Lights

Front 56

Locks on traditional double-hung windows would most likely be attached to the top __________ of the window.

Back 56

Rail

Front 57

The lock on a traditional panel door would most likely be attached to the the __________ opposite the hinges.

Back 57

Jamb

Front 58

A skylight that forms a peak is called a __________ skylight.

Back 58

Hipped

Front 59

A __________ is part of a window that holds the glass.

Back 59

Sash

Front 60

A layer of __________ is installed over the wall sheathing to minimize air infiltration.

Back 60

Building Wrap

Front 61

A skylight is often mounted on a raised frame known as a __________.

Back 61

Curb

Front 62

When you walk through a door you step over the __________.

Back 62

Threshold

Front 63

The trim around a window or door is known as the __________.

Back 63

Casing

Front 64

The material used as glass in doors or windows is referred to as __________.

Back 64

Glazing

Front 65

The efficiency of insulation is known as its __________.

Back 65

R-value

Front 66

The living room, bedrooms, kitchen, and other rooms to which heated or chilled air is delivered are the ___________.

Back 66

Conditioned Space

Front 67

A __________ allows passage of light and may be used for ventilation.

Back 67

Window

Front 68

__________ is an acrylic/portland cement exterior finish often used on commercial buildings.

Back 68

Exterior Insulation & Finishing System (EIFS)

Front 69

The lockset is installed in the __________ of a panel door.

Back 69

Stile

Front 70

_________ allow materials to change dimension as a result of heating or cooling.

Back 70

Expansion Strips

Front 71

__________ is installed around a wall or roof opening to seal it against leakage.

Back 71

Flashing

Front 72

Use __________ to level or plumb a window or door in the rough opening.

Back 72

Shims

Front 73

A __________ must be installed to provide security to a building's inhabitants.

Back 73

Lockset

Front 74

The side of a door frame opposite to the side where the strike plate is installed is the __________.

Back 74

Hinge Jamb

Front 75

The window stiles butt into the __________ on the lower end.

Back 75

Sill