Principles of Building Structures and Design

What is the main focus of the Principles of Building Structures course?

The construction process and its application
The introduction to triangulations and bridge construction
The classification of structures and building design concepts (correct)
The historical development of building structures

What is the main difference between wood and timber?

Wood is processed, while timber is natural
Wood is used for building structures, while timber is used for flooring
Wood is natural, while timber is processed (correct)
Wood is used for building foundations, while timber is used for building walls

What is the primary goal of the course for the students' future projects?

To understand the construction process
To apply the concepts of building design (correct)
To learn about the historical development of building structures
To know the different types of building materials

What is the quote 'Experience is a hard teacher because she gives the test first, the lesson afterwards' trying to convey?

The value of learning from mistakes (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the instructor for the Principles of Building Structures course?

Arch.Ma.Cecilia C.Madi (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea behind the quote 'The road to success is always under construction'?

Success is a continuous process (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the inherent weakness of concrete?

In tension (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of steel reinforcement in concrete?

To take up the tensile stresses (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of element carries lateral loads in a structure?

Beam (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a base or foundation in a structure?

To spread the loads from columns or walls (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is triangulation used for in geometry and trigonometry?

To determine the location of a point (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of structure is reinforced concrete commonly used in?

A wide range of structures, including bridges, industries, and residential buildings (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key benefits of using timber in building construction?

Environmental benefits and insulation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using timber frames in building construction?

They can be used when the ground conditions are poor (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of timber as a roofing material?

It is generally light and easy to work with (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of construction is described by the term 'timber frame'?

Panelised structural walls and floors (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why was timber historically the most abundant material for building roof structures?

It was widely available and had an excellent strength-to-weight ratio (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the environmental benefits of using timber in building construction?

It can be sustainably sourced (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of timber that makes it suitable for visually exposed structures?

Its texture and appearance (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of steel design?

Designing steel structures (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of combining steel and timber in a structure?

It produces light and competitive structures (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of timber that makes it suitable for use as tension, compression, and bending members?

Its capability to act as different types of members (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of steel framing in terms of construction time?

It has a faster build-time (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of steel beams in a structure?

They resist loads applied laterally to their axis (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between triangulation and trilateration in surveying?

The use of angles versus distances (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for combining triangulation and trilateration?

Triangulateration (C) Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the two sides of a triangle when a force is applied to one of its corners?

They are squeezed (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of triangle is formed by the diagonal beams in a Warren truss?

Equilateral triangle (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the stretching of the third side of a triangle when a force is applied to one of its corners?

Tension (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of triangle is formed by the diagonal beams in a Howe truss?

Isosceles triangle (C) Signup and view all the answers