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The substructure is above DPC
True
False
The superstructure is everything below DPC
True
False
You have been asked to knock up a batch of concrete with the ratio 1:3:6 for a foundation.
What is the 3?
Cement
Sand
Aggregate
Lime
Which is not a type of floor construction?
Solid Concrete
Solid Timber
Suspended Timber
Suspended Concete (block and beam)
Floating
Which foundation would be the most suitable on a hillside?
Trenchfill
Stepped
Piled
Pad
Strip
Which foundation would be most suited to poor ground conditions such as peat?
Strip
Pad
Stepped
Piled
Which of the following is NOT suitable for a roof with a pitch of less than 40° ?
Slate
Shingle
Thatch
Concrete Tile
The main difference between concrete and mortar is their?
Aggregate type
Water quantity
Sand type
Cement
The purpose of a wall plate is to?
Provide insulation
Provide a barrier
Provide a fixing for trusses and joists
Provide air flow in the roof
Ensuring a building is energy efficient
Will financially cost more long term
Will delay the project
Will reduce the buildings impact on the environment
Will delay the construction process
Effective sustainable construction can be defined as a development which
generates its own electricity
has no environmental impact
meets the needs of the present whilst compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
Which of the following is NOT a suitable construction material for use in permanent domestic foundations?
Steel
Cement
Aggregate
Timber
A roof is said to be flat when it has a pitch of how many degrees?
5
10
15
20
What type of buildings use strip foundations?
Low rise
Medium Rise
High rise
Agricultural
What shape is the upper part of a gable end?
Square
Rectangle
Triangle
Oblong
What does DPM stand for?
Damp proof member
Damp preserving membrane
Damp proof material
Damp proof membrane
What is the purpose of a lead flashing?
To help with expansion
To ensure a joint/abutment remains watertight
Decorative feature
To provide insulation at joints in roof
You have been asked to make a batch of mortar to the ratio of 6:1:1
What is the 6?
Cement
Sand
Lime
Aggregate
DPC stands for?
Damp porous cavity
Damp prevention course
Damp proof course
Damp proof cause
Which are utilities used in buildings
Tick all that apply
Electric
Gas
Water
Internet
Drainage
Which of these is not found on a roof?
Hip
Valley
Ridge
Dormer
Gable
The purpose of wall ties are
To keep insulation in place
To keep the cavity clean
Structural strength
Prevent moisture
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