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?

    <p>Type I</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>3 m²</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which testing method applies stress until a material fails?

    <p>Destructive testing</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Environmental requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Stress at which a material begins to deform plastically</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Permeability</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Structural design</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Shear stress</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Density</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>51 mm</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Compressive stress</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>0.6 m²</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Thermal conductivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>14 m³</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Type II</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>12 psi</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>1%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is considered when designing septic tanks?

    <p>Number of bedrooms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a slump test in construction?

    <p>To test the consistency of fresh concrete</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Soil pipe</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>10% of the floor area</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>1.2 meters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of materials research in construction?

    <p>Developing new material properties</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Shrinkage</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To collect rainwater from roofs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>1 m³</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>0.05 m²</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of stress tends to lengthen a material?

    <p>Tensile stress</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>0.2%</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>1%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which material property is important for designing acoustically efficient spaces?

    <p>Acoustic absorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Ultimate strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'ductility' describe?

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

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

    <p>1.5 meters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which system is responsible for ventilating wastewater lines?

    <p>Vent system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of construction uses heavy timber as interior elements?

    <p>Post and beam construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum allowable distance between urinals?

    <p>0.50 meters</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>0.30 m²</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Impact strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Elastic limit</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>2.40 meters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a scullery fixture?

    <p>Kitchen sink</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does porosity refer to in construction materials?

    <p>The measure of void spaces in a material</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>300 mm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the modulus of elasticity a measure of?

    <p>Stiffness and rigidity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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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