Question 1

It's important to know some installations practices to spot problems on a job site What is the recommend fastening method for hanging cabinets in wood frame construction?

Accepted Answer

The recommended fastening method for hanging cabinets in wood frame construction is screws.

Question 2

Buildings and structures of Types 1 and Type 2 construction are those in which the walls, partitions, floors and ceilings, etc., are constructed of what kind of materials?

Accepted Answer

Approved noncombustible materials
According to Building Codes, Types 1 & 2 materials must be approved noncombustible materials.

Question 3

In a typical home 2 x 8 wooden joists are placed ____ on center depending on the magnitude of applied loads.

Accepted Answer

12, 16 or 24 inches on center
In a typical home 2 x 8 wooden joists are placed 12, 16 or 24 inches on center depending on the magnitude of applied loads, 16 inches being the most common.

Question 4

Which of the following statements is True when working with a non-bearing wall.

Accepted Answer

A non-bearing wall refers to a structural part that does not carry a load.

Question 5

The form identifying deficiencies to be corrected by the contractor is called the __________. This form is normally handled towards the end of the project.

Accepted Answer

Punch list
The form identifying deficiencies to be corrected by the contractor is called the punch list

Question 6

Define a Post Occupancy Evaluation (POE):

Accepted Answer

Involves the evaluation of the opinions from the people that use the building and how well the building matches the user's needs. It identifies ways to improve performance and building design.

Question 7

The form that is completed by the supplier that indicates the quantity, the contents/description, destination, weight of contents and the carrier in a shipment is called a__________?

Accepted Answer

Bill of Lading
The form that is completed by the supplier that indicates the quantity, the contents/description, destination, weight of contents and the carrier in a shipment is called a__________?

Question 8

The design firm notices that a large item on a project has accidently been left off the specifications. The design firm needs to inform bidders of the changes in the contract documents and the contract has not yet been awarded, they should issue:

Accepted Answer

an addendum
The design firm needs to inform bidders of the changes in the contract documents and the contract has not yet been awarded, they should issue an addendum.

Question 9

ABC design firm is working on their new clients design project. They are now meeting again with their client to go over the concept of the design the firm has come up with. They are not finished with the details but will just explain to their client as they are discussing the project and see what their reaction might be. What is this part of the project called?

Accepted Answer

Schematic Design Phase
The Schematic design phase is after the initial measuring and getting the desires of the client when they meet with the clients again to go over the concept and see what the client's reactions would be.

Question 10

The bank project has run into more expenses on the project than were estimated. What is this called?

Accepted Answer

Cost overrun
The cost overrun is the amount by which actual project cost exceeds estimated cost of a project.

Question 11

The ABC Design Firm states their contract only includes the Interior Finishes. What does interior finish not include?

Accepted Answer

Baseboards
Interior finish does not include trim, mold, chair rails, baseboards, handrails, door and window frames.

Question 12

What does a reflective ceiling plan include?

Accepted Answer

Schedule of the fixtures for ceiling
The reflective ceiling plan includes a schedule for the fixtures.

Question 13

If design firm ABC wanted to add funds to the budget to account for unforeseen change requests by the client and other conditions what is this called?

Accepted Answer

Contingencies
Contingencies are put into a budget to account for unforeseen items or request in a contract.

Question 14

The most widely accepted specifications format was developed in the late 1960's. The specification information is organized into a 3 part document which are: General, Products and ____________.

Accepted Answer

Execution
The specification information is organized into a 3 part document which are: General, Products and Execution/Installation.

Question 15

The ABC cabinet company has come up with a new product which helps in the production of their cabinetry manufacturing business. They want to protect this new product so it can't be reproduced the same as theirs and protect their rights. The way to protect this product is by?

Accepted Answer

Patenting
Patenting will protect the new product that the ABC Company developed.

Question 16

The Jones's want their kitchen cabinets to be strong and to have shelves that don't sag when they put their heavy dishes in them. Which of the following would be the best selection for the Jones?

Accepted Answer

Cabinets with 3/4 inch sides, bottom and shelves out of ply core wood.

Question 17

What is the purpose of a Gantt Chart ?

Accepted Answer

Scheduling
Another name for a Gantt Chart is a bar chart.

Question 18

When a design firm has a project that their company has designed, who is responsible for the scheduling of the construction?

Accepted Answer

The Contractor, however with the design firm able to estimate the time for the entire project so the client has an idea of how long it should take.

Question 19

The design firm is required on the hospital project to define the sequence of tasks that must be started or finished exactly on time to meet the total schedule. What type of method of scheduling should they do to maintain this requirement?

Accepted Answer

CPM Chart
The CPM (Critical Path Method) Chart defines the sequence of tasks that must be started or finished exactly on time to meet the total schedule, anyone activity in a sequence cannot be completed unless the previous tasks and related activities have been completed.

Question 20

In the following examples below which is the best description for flush overlay construction?

Accepted Answer

The fronts of the doors and drawers overlap the face frame of the cabinet.

Quiz 1: Interior Design