Building Standards & Design Reviewer
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What is the term for the ability of a material in building design to resist indentation or surface scratching?

  • Ductility
  • Elasticity
  • Hardness (correct)
  • Rigidity

Which property describes a material’s resistance to deformation under tensile stress?

  • Shear Strength
  • Tensile Strength (correct)
  • Compressive Strength
  • Permeability

What is the minimum clear ceiling height for habitable rooms?

  • 2.40 meters (correct)
  • 1.80 meters
  • 2.70 meters
  • 2.10 meters

Which classification includes noncombustible materials with the highest fire-resistance?

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What is the minimum size for a kitchen according to dimensions?

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Which testing method applies stress until a material fails?

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Which of the following is a factor in choosing proper construction materials?

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What does the term 'yield strength' refer to in material properties?

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What is the property that measures the rate of water flow through a material?

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What is the process of ensuring a structure can safely support applied loads?

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Which term describes forces that cause sliding in opposite directions parallel to a plane?

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What is the term for the mass per unit volume of a material?

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What is the minimum trap seal depth recommended for plumbing systems?

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What kind of stress occurs when forces push on a member, shortening its length?

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What is the standard dimension for the minimum interior area of a shower compartment?

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Which property determines a material’s ability to conduct heat?

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What is the minimum air space requirement per person for habitable rooms?

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Which construction type features noncombustible exterior walls and interior materials of any permitted type?

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What is the recommended pressure for flushometer valves in a water supply system?

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What is the minimum slope for horizontal drainage pipes greater than 102 mm in diameter?

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Which factor is considered when designing septic tanks?

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What is the purpose of a slump test in construction?

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What is the correct term for a pipe carrying wastewater without fecal matter?

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What is the minimum free area of window openings required for natural ventilation?

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What is the maximum distance between water closets in commercial settings?

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What is the primary focus of materials research in construction?

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What is the term for the change in volume of a material when exposed to water?

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What is the main purpose of a catch basin in a drainage system?

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What is the minimum capacity of the first compartment in a septic tank?

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What is the minimum free area required for vent shafts per meter of height?

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What type of stress tends to lengthen a material?

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What is the minimum slope required for sewer pipes of 203 mm diameter?

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What is the minimum slope for horizontal drainage pipes with a diameter of less than 102 mm?

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Which material property is important for designing acoustically efficient spaces?

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What is the maximum stress a material can withstand before breaking called?

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What does the term 'ductility' describe?

<p>Ability to deform plastically without breaking (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum developed length of trap arms for water closets?

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Which system is responsible for ventilating wastewater lines?

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What type of construction uses heavy timber as interior elements?

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What is the maximum allowable distance between urinals?

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What is the minimum cross-sectional area required for air duct intakes?

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Which of the following terms describes a material's ability to resist a very rapidly applied load?

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Which type of stress-strain relationship is characterized by elastic behavior?

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What is the minimum ceiling height for rooms with natural ventilation?

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Which of the following is considered a scullery fixture?

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What does porosity refer to in construction materials?

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What is the minimum diameter of vent shafts in building design?

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What is the modulus of elasticity a measure of?

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Flashcards

Structural design

The process of ensuring a structure can safely support applied loads.

Density

The mass per unit volume of a material.

Minimum air space (habitable rooms)

The minimum volume of air space per person required in habitable rooms.

Ductility

A material's ability to undergo significant deformation without breaking.

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Compressive stress

Stress occurring when forces push on a member, shortening its length.

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Type II construction

Construction type featuring noncombustible exterior walls and interior materials of any permitted type.

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Minimum slope (drainage pipes)

The minimum slope required for horizontal drainage pipes (greater than 102 mm diameter).

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Minimum window area (ventilation)

The minimum free area of window openings required for natural ventilation.

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Hardness

A material's resistance to indentation or surface scratching.

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Tensile Strength

A material's ability to resist deformation under tensile stress.

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Yield Strength

The stress at which a material begins to deform plastically.

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Minimum Habitable Ceiling Height

2.40 meters (8 feet).

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Destructive Testing

Testing a material to the point of failure.

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Minimum Kitchen Size

3 m²

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Construction Material Factors

Acoustic properties, specific gravity, and environmental requirements.

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Type IV Fire Resistance

Non-combustible materials with the highest fire resistance.

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Modulus of Elasticity

A measure of a material's stiffness and rigidity.

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Minimum Air Duct Intake Area

0.30 m²

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Elastic Behavior

A stress-strain relationship where a material returns to its original shape after a load is removed.

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Inner Court Passageway Width

1 meter minimum

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Vent Shaft Diameter

Minimum 400 mm

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Porosity

The measure of void spaces in a material.

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Material Density

The weight per unit volume of a material.

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Fatigue Strength

Ability of a material to resist a rapidly applied load.

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Permeability

The measure of a material's ability to allow fluids to pass through it.

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Shear stress

Forces that work in opposite directions parallel to a plane, causing sliding.

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Shower Minimum Interior Area

The standard minimum size for a shower compartment is 0.6 square meters.

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Flushing Pressure

Recommended pressure for flushometer valves in water supply systems (8 psi)

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Septic Tank Design Factor

Septic tank design should consider factors other than building size, such as the diameter of ventilation pipes.

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Wastewater Pipe (Non-fecal matter)

A pipe carrying wastewater without fecal matter.

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Trap Seal Depth (Minimum)

The minimum required depth for a trap seal in plumbing systems is 75 mm.

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Thermal Conductivity

The property of a material that determines its ability to conduct heat.

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Minimum sewer pipe slope (203 mm)

The smallest angle required for a 203mm diameter sewer pipe to drain properly.

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Maximum urinal spacing

The largest allowable distance between urinals in a bathroom.

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Minimum trap arm length (WC)

The shortest acceptable length of plumbing pipes for water closets to ensure proper water trapping.

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Minimum bathroom area (BSD)

The smallest area recommended for a bathroom according to building standards dimensions.

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Acoustic absorption

The ability of a material to absorb sound waves.

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Material's maximum stress (breaking point)

The greatest amount of stress a material can endure before failing.

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Non-destructive testing example

A test method that doesn't damage the material being examined.

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Water Closet Spacing (Commercial)

The minimum distance between water closets in commercial buildings is 1.2 meters.

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Materials Research Focus (Construction)

Materials research in construction primarily focuses on developing new material properties.

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Volume Change Due to Water

The change in volume of a material when exposed to water is called shrinkage.

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Catch Basin Purpose

A catch basin in a drainage system collects rainwater or stormwater to transport it to the sewer.

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Septic Tank First Compartment Size

The first compartment of a septic tank should have a minimum capacity of 1 cubic meter.

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Vent Shaft Minimum Area

The minimum free area for vent shafts per meter of height is 0.15 square meters.

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Material Resisting Cyclic Loads

The ability of a material to resist cyclic loads that change in magnitude and direction is called fatigue strength.

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Horizontal Drainage Pipe Slope

The minimum slope for horizontal drainage pipes less than 102 mm in diameter is 1%.

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Study Notes

Building Standards & Design (BSD) Reviewer - Study Notes

  • Material Properties:

    • Hardness: Ability of a material to resist indentation or scratching.
    • Ductility: Material's resistance to deformation under tensile stress.
    • Tensile Strength: A material's resistance to deformation under tensile stress.
    • Compressive Strength: A material's resistance to deformation under compressive stress.
    • Shear Strength: A material's resistance to deformation under shear stress.
    • Permeability: Rate of water flow through a material.
    • Porosity: Measure of void spaces in a material.
    • Density: Mass per unit volume of a material.
    • Modulus of elasticity: Measure of stiffness and rigidity of a material.
    • Yield Strength: Maximum stress a material can withstand before permanent deformation.
    • Ultimate Strength: Maximum stress a material can withstand before failure.
    • Fatigue Strength: A material’s resistance to repeated stress.

  • Building Design & Dimensions:

    • Vent Shaft Purpose: Facilitate drainage, allow natural light and air flow.
    • Habitabl Room Ceiling Height: Minimum of 2.70 meters.
    • Kitchen Size Minimum: 2 m².
    • Shower Compartment Minimum Diameter: 600 mm.
    • Vent Shaft Minimum Diameter: 300 mm.
    • Minimum Free Area for Natural Ventilation Opening: 8% of the floor area.
      • Minimum Distance Between Urinals: 0.60 meters.
      • Minimum Distance Between Water Closets (Commercial Settings): 0.75 meters.

  • Construction Types:

    • Type III Construction: Noncombustible exterior walls and interior materials.
    • Non-Destructive Testing: Methods that evaluate materials without causing damage.

  • Material Testing:

    • Slump Test: Measures consistency of fresh concrete.
    • Compressive Test: Applies stress until material fails.
    • Visual Testing: Inspection of materials.

  • Construction Terms:

    • Compressive Stress: Forces push on a member, shortening its length.
    • Tensile Stress: Forces pull on a member, lengthening it.
    • Shear Stress: Forces cause sliding along a plane.
    • Fatigue Stress: Repeated stress can lead to failure.
      • Porosity: Rate at which water flows through a material.
      • Impact Strength: Resistance to rapidly applied loads.

  • Other:

    • Minimum Air Space Requirement (Habitable Rooms): 12 m³ per person.
    • Minimum Trap Seal Depth (Plumbing): 51mm

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Dive into the essential properties of materials with this quiz on Building Standards and Design. Test your knowledge on various material characteristics such as hardness, ductility, and tensile strength, among others. Perfect for students or professionals aiming to reinforce their understanding in material science.

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