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Which division focuses on masonry materials and techniques?
Which division focuses on masonry materials and techniques?
What is included in Division 07 regarding construction protection?
What is included in Division 07 regarding construction protection?
Which type of materials is addressed in Division 06?
Which type of materials is addressed in Division 06?
What kind of items does Division 10 specify?
What kind of items does Division 10 specify?
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Which aspect is NOT included in Division 02 related to existing conditions?
Which aspect is NOT included in Division 02 related to existing conditions?
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What is the primary purpose of grade markings on lumber products?
What is the primary purpose of grade markings on lumber products?
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Which organization is mentioned as part of the grade mark approval process in Canada?
Which organization is mentioned as part of the grade mark approval process in Canada?
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What type of document does Table 9 provide?
What type of document does Table 9 provide?
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Where can the Alberta Forest Products Association be found?
Where can the Alberta Forest Products Association be found?
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In what area is grade marking particularly important?
In what area is grade marking particularly important?
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What is a significant factor in ensuring good indoor air quality?
What is a significant factor in ensuring good indoor air quality?
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Which aspect directly contributes to building thermal performance?
Which aspect directly contributes to building thermal performance?
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Which of the following is a key element in water quality management within a building?
Which of the following is a key element in water quality management within a building?
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What is one benefit of utilizing renewable energy technologies in a building?
What is one benefit of utilizing renewable energy technologies in a building?
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How can noise control be effectively managed in a healthy indoor environment?
How can noise control be effectively managed in a healthy indoor environment?
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Which of the following issues is associated with environmental responsibility in housing?
Which of the following issues is associated with environmental responsibility in housing?
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Which element is essential for achieving effective indoor light management?
Which element is essential for achieving effective indoor light management?
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What is an important consideration during the construction waste management process?
What is an important consideration during the construction waste management process?
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What does the SEER rating measure in HVAC systems?
What does the SEER rating measure in HVAC systems?
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Which of the following best describes 'embodied energy'?
Which of the following best describes 'embodied energy'?
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What is gray water typically defined as?
What is gray water typically defined as?
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Which strategy can help minimize environmental impact during community planning?
Which strategy can help minimize environmental impact during community planning?
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Which of the following contributes to water conservation in environmentally responsible housing?
Which of the following contributes to water conservation in environmentally responsible housing?
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What is a primary benefit of durable building materials?
What is a primary benefit of durable building materials?
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What does the prefix 'eco-' refer to in the context of sustainability?
What does the prefix 'eco-' refer to in the context of sustainability?
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What aspect of smart meters contributes to energy efficiency?
What aspect of smart meters contributes to energy efficiency?
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Which statement accurately defines ecology?
Which statement accurately defines ecology?
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What is one of the primary goals of passive solar design?
What is one of the primary goals of passive solar design?
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What is the primary source of greenhouse gas emissions in North America?
What is the primary source of greenhouse gas emissions in North America?
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Which of these terms best describes the impact of greenhouse gases?
Which of these terms best describes the impact of greenhouse gases?
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What does the term 'carbon footprint' refer to?
What does the term 'carbon footprint' refer to?
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What is a fundamental principle underlying sustainable housing?
What is a fundamental principle underlying sustainable housing?
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What role does the 'management' aspect play in the concept of economy related to sustainability?
What role does the 'management' aspect play in the concept of economy related to sustainability?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of environmentally responsible practices?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of environmentally responsible practices?
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Study Notes
Environmentally Responsible Design
- Focuses on creating a sustainable built environment without depleting natural resources, while minimizing ecological damage
- "Eco" comes from Ancient Greek "oikos" meaning house, which implies local environment
- "Nomy" refers to management and "logy" to knowledge
- Economy means "house management"
- Ecology means "house knowledge"
- Economics studies how people use resources, while Ecology studies how organisms interact and relate with each other within social and human-built environments
Greenhouse Gases
- Greenhouse gases in the atmosphere trap heat from the sun
- The largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in North America comes from burning fossil fuels for energy
- Carbon Footprint measures the total greenhouse gases generated by human actions.
Sustainable Housing Principles
- Five fundamental principles:
- Healthy Indoor Environment
- Resource Efficiency
- Energy Efficiency
- Environmental Responsibility
- Affordability
Healthy Indoor Environment
- Includes:
- Indoor Air Quality
- Focuses on material selection to minimize VOCs, ventilation
- Water Quality
- Light, Sound and Radiation
- Emphasizes daylight, noise control, minimizing electromagnetic fields
- Indoor Air Quality
Energy Efficiency
- Includes:
- Building Thermal Performance
- Focuses on Exterior Walls with Insulation, Weather Barriers
- Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
- SEER Rating
- Renewable Energy
- Natural Heating & Cooling based on Building orientation
- Passive Solar Design
- Electrical Consumption & Peak Demand
- Smart Meters, Energy Star Rating
- Building Thermal Performance
Resource Efficiency
- Includes:
- Embodied Energy: Energy consumed during a building's production, from resource extraction to manufacturing, transport and delivery
- Construction Waste Management
- Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
- Water Conservation and Reuse
- Rainwater Harvesting
- Greywater Reuse
- Durability and Longevity
- Focuses on material choice and building methods
Environmental Planning
- Includes:
- Community and Site Planning
- Integrate nature into the community
- Create buffers between industrial zones and residential areas
- Emission and Combustion By-products
- Consider wind direction and potential for industrial by-product reuse
- Hazardous Materials
- Proper landfill and disposal practices, storage
- Community and Site Planning
Affordability
- Includes:
- Long-term Operation (Material Longevity)
- Adaptability (Design Flexibility, potential for adaptive reuse)
- Marketability (Resale value)
Environmentally Responsible Housing
- Utilizes less land
- Reduces resource consumption during construction
- Consumes less energy and water
- Maintains value through durability and reduced maintenance
- Provides healthy and thermally comfortable living spaces
- Uses permeable paving to reduce runoff and protect vegetation
Specifications
- Provides a breakdown of construction components categorized by divisions:
- Division 01: General Requirements
- Division 02: Existing Conditions
- Division 03: Concrete
- Division 04: Masonry
- Division 05: Metals
- Division 06: Wood, Plastics and Composites
- Division 07: Thermal & Moisture Protection
- Division 08: Openings
- Division 09: Finishes
- Division 10: Specialties
- Division 11: Equipment
Grade Marks
- Grade Marks used to indicate the quality of lumber
- Provided by various organizations:
- Alberta Forest Products Association
- Maritime Lumber Bureau
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Test your knowledge on environmentally responsible design principles, greenhouse gases, and sustainable housing. Explore how ecological and economic concepts intersect to promote a sustainable built environment. This quiz covers key definitions and practices that contribute to reducing ecological damage.
