30 Questions
During the design development phase, the mechanical engineer selects equipment for and resolves
Mechanical issues related to the building
What information does the electrical engineer require to carry out the design development documents?
Electrical information
What is the role of a landscape architect in the design development stage?
To provide conceptual thoughts about landscaping aspects
What type of information does the civil engineer require to carry out the design development documents?
Municipal services and site systems information
What is the purpose of energy modeling in the design development phase?
To estimate energy costs for the proposed building
Who is responsible for coordinating the activities of the engineering disciplines in the design development stage?
The architect
During which phase of a project should the architect maintain contact with authorities having jurisdiction?
Design development phase
When is it typically required for documents submitted for a building permit to be sealed by the architect of record?
During construction documents phase
What is the purpose of preparing an updated estimate of the construction cost during design development?
To finalize the design
What do design development documents describe and 'finalize' for the remaining project efforts?
Both major building components and site design
What should the drawings produced at the design development stage provide adequate information for?
The client, consultants, and authorities having jurisdiction
What does an outline specification in the design development phase describe?
Both proposed materials and construction systems, and operating and performance criteria
During which phase of the design project are detailed technical analysis and the building information modeling (BIM) process often required?
Design development
What is the main focus of the schematic design phase?
Determining what is being built
Which phase of the design project is often associated with obtaining planning approvals?
Design development
What is the term used to describe the combination of the schematic design and design development phases into a single phase?
Preliminary design
What has changed the division of effort and scope of deliverables in the early phases of the design project?
Building information modeling
Why is the design development phase sometimes difficult to differentiate from the schematic design phase?
Use of the BIM process
Which stakeholders may have access to the design development report?
Adjacent property owners, residents, and businesses
Which of the following is a purpose of the design development report?
To document significant design decisions
Which report provides information about the process of the design project?
Project management report
What risks to the project may be addressed in the design development report?
Financial risks
What should be included in the design development report's executive summary section?
A summary of the project's internal design logic
In which phase of the design project should the design development report be provided to the client?
Design development phase
During the design development phase, the architect's role includes investigating various construction materials, products, systems, and manufactured products for incorporation into the future building. What factors should the architect consider when assessing these materials?
All of the above
What is the purpose of developing a statement of work for each phase of the design project with clearly defined deliverables?
To promote a professional client-architect relationship
When does the project move into the construction documentation phase?
After the design development phase
What is the architect's responsibility during the design development phase in terms of coordination with the consultant team?
Coordination is critical throughout the entire design process
What does the term 'design' mean when used by architects?
The professional work associated with graphic or 3-D representations of the building project
Why is it strategic to obtain initial approval of the early concept from the client before proceeding to more specific design details?
To validate the design project
Quiz: Understanding the Role of the Architect and Structural Engineer in Design Development Test your knowledge on the crucial information that architects need to provide to structural engineers during design development. Learn about the design issues that must be resolved through an integrated design process, including mechanical considerations and client requirements for operation and maintenance. Enhance your understanding of the collaboration between architects and structural engineers in creating structurally sound and functional designs.
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