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What is grading in construction?
An engineering process that adjusts the slope and soil elevation around a construction site.
Which equipment is used for grading?
Compaction is the process of making soil less dense.
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What does Rebar Works add to concrete structures?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of formwork?
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Backfill is the process of putting the soil back into a ____ once excavation is completed.
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What is masonry?
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Match the following construction activities with their equipment:
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Study Notes
Building Construction Methods and Equipment
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Survey and Staking: Establishes reference points and markers guiding construction of roads, buildings, and other structures.
- Equipment: Total Station, Stadia Rod, Prism Rod
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Earthworks: Involves removing overburden, excavating for basements, and creating structural fills to support floors.
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Clearing and Grubbing: Removes vegetation to prepare the construction site.
- Equipment: Bulldozer, Payloader, Excavator
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Excavation: Moving earth, rock, or other materials.
- Equipment: Excavator, Backhoe
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Backfill: Returning soil to trenches or foundations after excavation.
- Equipment: Excavator, Backhoe, Skid Steerer, Dump Truck
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Grading: Adjusting soil elevation and slope around a construction site.
- Equipment: Motor Grader, Bulldozer
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Compaction: Increasing the density of soil.
- Equipment: Smooth Drum Roller, Walk Behind Compactor, Plate Compactor, Sheep Foot Roller, Tampering Rammer
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Clearing and Grubbing: Removes vegetation to prepare the construction site.
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Rebar Works: Reinforcing concrete with steel bars.
- Fabrication: Preparing the steel bars for placement.
- Installation: Placing the rebar within the concrete structure.
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Formwork: Temporary structures used to mold concrete.
- Types: Plyboard/Phenolic, Plastic, Steel
- Falsework (Shoring): Supports formwork horizontally.
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Concreting Works: The process of mixing, delivering, and placing concrete.
- Preparation of Concrete Mix: Mixing ingredients to create a workable concrete mix.
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Delivery of Concrete Mix: Transporting the concrete mix to the site.
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Delivery Methods:
- Manual (by Pail)
- Direct Pouring
- By Concrete Bucket
- By Placing Boom
- By Pumpcrete
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Delivery Methods:
- Compaction of Concrete Mix: Removing air bubbles from the concrete to increase strength.
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Curing of Concrete: Allowing the concrete to harden and gain strength.
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Equipment:
- One-Bagger Mixer
- Batching Plant
- Concrete Mixer Truck
- Mobile Pumpcrete
- Stationary Pumpcrete
- Self-Loading Mixer Truck
- Concrete Bucket
- Placing Boom
- Concrete Vibrator
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Equipment:
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Masonry Works: Building structures using individual blocks of materials (stones, bricks).
- Masonry wall: A wall constructed from individual blocks of stone or brick.
Advance Construction Methods and Technology
- Innovations in Construction: Advancements in construction techniques and technology.
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This quiz covers various building construction methods and the equipment used for each process. You will learn about surveying, earthworks, excavation, grading, and compaction techniques, along with the specific tools involved. Test your knowledge of essential construction practices and machinery.
