20 Questions
What is the annual average contribution of the construction industry to the gross domestic product (GDP) of the United States?
5 to 10 percent
Which of the following is NOT a learning objective upon completion of the chapter?
Learning about sustainable engineering practices
What is one of the roles and responsibilities mentioned in the chapter?
Project managers
What term is used to describe the process by which a building or other project is designed and built, divided into four discreet project phases?
Design-build process
What type of projects does the construction industry encompass?
Both building and engineering projects
Which phase of the building or project involves the physical realization of the finished building?
Construction phase
What are the major areas into which the construction industry is divided?
Building, infrastructure, industrial construction
Why must future technical requirements be considered throughout the planning process of a commercial building?
To account for the service life of over 50 years
What influences the execution of a building project according to the text?
Physical, social, and regulatory conditions
What makes most new buildings unique in terms of their design and construction according to the text?
They are custom designed and constructed
What percentage of the gross domestic product does the construction industry account for annually in the United States?
2 to 5 percent
Which of the following is NOT a part of the learning objectives upon completion of the chapter?
Describing the types of machinery used in construction
What type of projects does the construction industry encompass?
Both residential and commercial projects
What is the primary role of architects in the construction process?
Designing and planning
How is the process of building or project design and construction divided?
Four discreet project phases
What is the term used for larger infrastructure projects in the construction industry?
Heavy construction
Why must building plans be flexible throughout the construction process?
To accommodate changes and adjustments both during and after construction
What are the major areas into which the construction industry is divided?
Building construction, heavy or infrastructure construction, and industrial construction
What does the pre-design phase of a building project involve?
Setting the initial objectives and criteria under which a building will be planned
What is unique about the planning of most new buildings compared to other large industries?
Most new buildings are custom designed and constructed with long development schedules
This quiz covers the scope of the construction industry, the phases and activities involved in building design and construction planning, as well as the types of drawings and specifications in construction documents. It also explores the roles and responsibilities of owners, architects, and contractors.
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