38 Questions
What determines the length or time of any path in a project?
The expected time of the activities along that path
Why is the longest path in a project important to management?
Because it governs the project completion time
What happens to the project completion time if there are delays along the longest path?
There is a corresponding delay
What is the term for the difference between the length of a given path and the length of the critical path?
Path slack or float
What is the path slack or float of the critical path?
Zero
Why may paths that are shorter than the critical path not affect the overall project completion time?
Because their ultimate path time does not exceed the length of the critical path
What is the term for the longest sequence of activities in a project?
Critical path
What is the term for the activities along the critical path?
Critical activities
What is the total number of rivets required for 3.60m and 2.70m sheets?
960 pcs
How many kilograms of rivets are required for 2.70m sheet?
5.5 kg
What is the size of purlins used for plain G.I. strap?
50 x 75 mm
What is the number of lead washers required for roofing?
960 pcs
What is the size of corrugated G.I. sheets for 3.60m long?
80cm x 360cm
What is the quantity of corrugated G.I. sheets for 2.70m long?
20 pcs
What is the calculation used to find the total number of rivets for 3.60m and 2.70m sheets?
Addition and multiplication
What is the primary purpose of a liquidated damages clause in a contract?
To simplify the process of establishing damages for late completion
What is the purpose of multiplying the number of rivets by 2?
To find the total number of rivets
What is the benefit to the contractor if they complete the project at a cost lower than the original estimate?
They are rewarded with an increased fee
What is the primary factor that determines the time allowed for completion of a construction project?
The complexity of the project
What is the consequence of late completion of a construction project?
Liquidated damages are triggered
What is the purpose of including an original estimate in a construction contract?
To provide a benchmark for evaluating project efficiency
What is the benefit of including a liquidated damages clause in a construction contract?
It simplifies the process of establishing damages for late completion
What is the primary focus of 'Quality Management' in the construction industry?
To ensure compliance with codes and regulations
What is the purpose of 'Bar bending schedule' in construction?
To determine the quantity of steel reinforcements required
What is the primary function of 'Formworks' in construction?
To provide temporary support for structures
What is the primary focus of 'Construction Management' in the construction industry?
To plan and schedule construction activities
What is the primary purpose of 'Excavation' in construction?
To prepare the site for construction
What is the primary function of 'Scaffolding/Staging' in construction?
To enable workers to access high areas of the building
What is the primary focus of 'Planning and Scheduling' in construction?
To develop a detailed timeline for construction activities
What is the primary purpose of 'Reinforcement' in construction?
To provide additional support to structures
What is the primary reason for claiming arbitration?
Failure to reach a mutual agreement
What is the characteristic that distinguishes arbitration from mediation?
Arbitrator imposes a solution on the parties
What is the most common method of contract termination?
Satisfactory performance
What is the primary basis for contract termination by the contractor?
Breach of contract by the owner
What type of dispute resolution method is a mini trial?
Non-adversary dispute resolution
What is the significance of impossibility performance in contract termination?
It is a non-adversary method of contract termination
What is the difference between arbitration and litigation in philosophy?
Arbitration is slightly closer to litigation in philosophy than mediation
What is the primary party responsible for contract termination based on breach of contract?
Owner
Study Notes
Module 1: Construction Management
- Dr. Florante D. Poso, Jr. is the author of the module
- Construction management involves planning, quality management, and codes and regulations
- Key aspects of construction management include planning and scheduling, quality management, and career development
Module 2: Construction Plans
- Architectural plans include structural, electrical, and plumbing plans
- Construction activities involve excavation, concreting, and reinforcement
- Formworks and scaffolding/staging are essential components of construction
Module 2 Part 2: Masonry
- Bar bending schedule is a critical component of masonry
- Reinforcement is a key aspect of masonry, involving the use of rivets and lead washers
- Calculations are necessary to determine the quantity of materials required for masonry
Roofing
- Plain G.I. strap on 50 x 75 mm purlins is a type of roofing material
- Lead washers are used in roofing, with the number of rivets equal to the number of lead washers
Fundamentals
- The length of any path can be determined by adding the expected time of activities along that path
- The critical path is the longest path in a project, and its activities are critical activities
- The path with the longest path time catches management interest
- Any attempt to shorten the project completion time must concentrate on the critical path
Contracts
- The time allowed for completion of a construction project is called the contract time
- Liquidated damages clause in the contract may be used to simplify the process of establishing the amount of damages resulting from late completion
- Arbitration is a method of dispute resolution, where the arbitrator imposes a solution on the parties to the dispute
- Contract termination can be due to breach of contract, failure of the owner to make specified progress payments, or owner-caused delay of the project for an unreasonable period of time
This quiz covers the basics of construction management, including executive functions, codes, and regulations, as well as quality management and the state of the industry.
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