35 Questions
During the design development phase, the mechanical engineer selects equipment for and resolves
Energy modeling issues
To carry out the design development documents, the electrical engineer requires the following information:
Architectural requirements
During the schematic design stage, a landscape architect is most often involved in providing conceptual thoughts about
Site servicing systems
During the design development phase, the focus is primarily on
Determining 'how' it is being built and how it will operate
Which process has changed the division of effort and scope of deliverables in the early phases of the design project?
All of the above
When does the design development phase generally align with?
Obtaining planning approvals
Which of the following is a purpose of the design development report?
To document significant design decisions and design criteria
Who may use the design development report?
All of the above
What information does the project management report contain?
All of the above
During the design development phase, the architect's role includes investigating various construction materials, products, systems, and manufactured products for incorporation into the future building. The architect should assess the specifications of various materials as well as their cost and performance to determine if they meet the client’s needs. Which of the following factors should the architect review before making a final recommendation to the client?
Availability of the material and appearance of the system
Which phase of the design project typically follows the design development phase?
Construction documentation phase
Why is it important for architects to coordinate with the consultant team during the design development phase?
To minimize delays during construction documents production
Which of the following is NOT a challenge in engaging all members of the design team when the architect does not have contractual control over the consulting design team?
Limited liability exposure for the architect
During which phase of a project should the architect prepare an updated estimate of the construction cost?
Design development phase
What is the purpose of the outline specifications in the design development phase?
To inform the specifications in the construction documents phase
During the design development phase, the architect's role includes investigating various construction materials, products, systems, and manufactured products for incorporation into the future building. Which of the following factors should the architect review before making a final recommendation to the client?
Availability of the material and its appearance
Which phase of the design project typically follows the design development phase?
Construction documentation phase
What is the purpose of the outline specifications in the design development phase?
To provide a detailed description of the construction materials and methods
Why is it important for architects to coordinate with the consultant team during the design development phase?
To minimize delays during construction documents production
What is the purpose of the architect as coordinating consultant in a contractual relationship with engineering firms?
To ensure all building and site systems are presented as an integrated whole
When should the architect commence a review with authorities having jurisdiction during a project?
During the schematic design phase
When is an updated estimate of the construction cost typically prepared?
During the design development phase
What is the purpose of the outline specifications in the design development phase?
To describe the proposed materials and construction systems in general terms
Which of the following is a purpose of the design development report?
To address issues of interest to key stakeholder groups
What is the purpose of the project management report?
To keep the client informed about the design project progress
During which phase of the project should the architect prepare a design development report?
Design development phase
What should the design development report provide in its executive summary section?
Information on the project's internal design logic and genesis of design decisions
During which phase of the design project does the design development typically align with?
Planning Approvals
What is the primary focus during the design development phase?
Determining 'how' it is being built
What has changed the division of effort and scope of deliverables in the early phases of the design project?
Building Information Modeling (BIM)
What is the purpose of the design development phase?
Refining and developing the selected scheme
During the design development phase, which consultant resolves design issues related to the electrical systems?
The electrical engineer
Which consultant is most often involved in providing conceptual thoughts about the hard and soft landscaping aspects of the project during the schematic design stage?
The landscape architect
Which consultant requires information such as the client's requirements for operation and maintenance during the design development phase?
The mechanical engineer
Which consultant integrates knowledge of ecology, socio-cultural factors, economics, and aesthetics to create outdoor environments during the design development phase?
The landscape architect
This quiz tests your knowledge on the information that architects need to provide to structural engineers during the design development process. Topics covered include design issues, integrated design process, client requirements, and regulations.
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