Showing posts with label Quizzes. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Quizzes. Show all posts

Monday, January 19, 2015

Cyril M. Harris Dictionary of Architecture and Construction - Utilities Quiz

The newest addition to the series of Architecture Board Exam Reviewers. Here's a Quiz based on Cyril M. Harris' Dictionary of Architecture and Construction 4th edition. This quiz will focus on Utilities terminologies from HVAC systems, mechanical, plumbing, sanitary system, electrical, acoustics, lighting to fire protection and other electronics and auxiliary systems

There will be 15 questions randomly picked from a database of 500 questions. This is the most comprehensive review test ever compiled on Building Utilities. Past board exams used the book as reference for the test questions.
Each time you take the quiz, there will be different questions appearing. Enjoy!!!
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Updated and expanded, this Fourth Edition of the most trusted reference in architecture offers the most comprehensive coverage of architectural and construction terms available. This classic dictionary now features nearly 25,000 definitions (including 2,800 new terms), 2,500 illustrations (including 200 new illustrations), and maintains its extraordinary visual appeal and easy-to-read page design. Prepared by a renowned architectural editor in association with expert contributors and incorporating the work of many standards groups, the book presents clear, concise definitions of terms in nearly 80 working areas. The Fourth Edition covers new industry terms which have emerged due to changes in engineering and building technologies, organizations, materials, and legal developments, and has been expanded to include more historic architectural styles. New terms include: Legal Architectural Barriers Act Wheelchair Accessible Materials Fibrous Concrete Latex Mortar Polymer-Based Stucco Concrete Compliance Conformity Refractory Mortar Organizations Building Research Establishment (formerly Building Research Station) of Great Britain ASTM Historic Architectural Styles Anglo-Palladianism French Victorian Isabellino Mudajar Mozarabic Neo-Rococo
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Friday, October 3, 2014

Review Schedule for June 2015 Architecture Board Exams

Orbis Center for Career Development announces the schedule for the review classes for the June 2015 Architecture Board Exams.


Slots limited to 60 students. Enroll early.


June 2015 Architecture Board Exams Review Schedule

June 2015 Architecture Board Exams Review Schedule

June 2015 Architecture Board Exams Review Schedule





Monday, January 13, 2014

Architecture Board Exams Reviewer

Here is an enjoyable way to review for the architecture board exams. The flash quizzes are now available in SWF file format which could be played on Android phones, as well as tablets (you only need to download an app for SWF file viewer). You can therefore review anywhere you go whenever you have the opportunity.
To learn more, enroll in our Architecture Board Exams Review Courses. Click HERE for details.

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Thursday, January 2, 2014

Reviewing at home for the Architecture Board Exams


Here is a sample quiz to gauge your preparations for the Day 1 afternoon session of the Architects board exams. The quiz covers the subjects Structural Conceptualization, Building Materials and Methods of Construction and Building Utilities Systems (Plumbing, Sanitary, Electrical, Mechanical, Auxiliary Systems). Some questions in the recent board exams given in Day 1 pm are included in this compilation of more than 1,500+ questions. Try this quiz as part of your review.

There are 50 questions in this Quiz. You may repeat the quiz by refreshing your browser and different questions will appear.. Enjoy!!!

Password: atlascped



To learn more, enroll in our Architecture Board Exams Review Courses. Click HERE for details.


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Wednesday, August 21, 2013

Quiz on Francis DK Ching's Building Construction Illustrated 4th edition

Here's a Quiz based on DK Ching's Building Construction Illustrated 4th edition.

There will be 15 questions randomly picked from a database of 120 questions.
Each time you take the quiz, there will be different questions appearing. Enjoy!!!



Take the Exam again HERE.
Large screen setup HERE

To learn more, enroll in our Architecture Board Exams Review Courses. Click HERE for details.

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The classic visual guide to the basics of building construction, now with the most current information.

For nearly three decades, Building Construction Illustrated has offered an outstanding introduction to the principles of building construction. This new edition of the revered classic remains as relevant as ever-providing the latest information in Francis D.K. Ching's signature style. Its rich and comprehensive approach clearly presents all of the basic concepts underlying building construction and equips readers with useful guidelines for approaching virtually any new materials or techniques they may encounter.

Laying out the material and structural choices available, it provides a full under-standing of how these choices affect a building's form and dimensions. Complete with more than 1,000 illustrations, the book moves through each of the key stages of the design process, from site selection to building components, mechanical systems, and finishes.

Illustrated throughout with clear and accurate drawings that present the state of the art in construction processes and materials.
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Updated and revised to include the latest knowledge on sustainability, incorporation of building systems, and use of new materials.

Archetypal drawings offer clear inspiration for designers and drafters.

Reflects the most current building codes and CSI Master Format numbering scheme.

With its comprehensive and lucid presentation of everything from foundations and floor systems to finish work, Building Construction Illustrated, Fourth Edition equips students and professionals in all areas of architecture and construction with useful guidelines for approaching virtually any new materials or techniques they may encounter in building planning, design, and construction.

Monday, August 5, 2013

Quiz on Francis DK Ching's A Visual Dictionary of Architecture


Here is a sample quiz based on DK Ching Visual Dictionary of Architecture. Some questions in the board exams given in Day 1 are based on this book. Try this quizzes as part of your review.

There are 15 questions in this Quiz. You may repeat the quiz by refreshing your browser and different questions will appear.. Enjoy!!!

Password: atlascped




To learn more, enroll in our Architecture Board Exams Review Courses. Click HERE for details.


Try other Arki Quizzes HERE

Sunday, August 4, 2013

Arki Review: Utilities 07


Here is a sample quiz for Building Utilities: Plumbing and Sanitary Systems and Equipment (see scope of subject below this post) which is given in the afternoon of Day 1 of the Architects Licensure Examination. Try this quizzes as part of your review.

There are 15 questions in this Quiz. You may repeat the quiz by refreshing your browser and different questions will appear.. Enjoy!!!

Password: atlascped




To learn more, enroll in our Architecture Board Exams Review Courses. Click HERE for details.


Try other Arki Quizzes HERE

UTILITIES

A. Rationale and Description
1. Understanding of the basic practices, principles, general design and installation and/or construc-tion of utilities required for a building/ struc¬ture and its grounds/premises;
2. Understanding and analyses of utility, facility, and equipment require¬ments in relation to aesthetics, function, and stability of a building/ structure and its pre¬mises.

B.  Terminal Competencies for LEA Candidates
1. Ability to identify and apply the fundamentals of building utilities and systems;
2. Ability to apply fundamental concepts and principles covering the general design and installation of electrical, mechanical, electronic/ communications, fire protection, building management, plumbing and sanitary systems, waste management systems, and the like in buildings and its grounds, consistent with trade practices and recommendations by the pertinent professionals;
3. Ability to applies the pertinent code provisions relative to the planning/ lay-outing, design, installation, operation and maintenance of such utility systems and their components;
4. Ability to converse and coordinate with the professionals and their staff concerned with such utility systems and components;
5. Ability to apply the basic principles of planning, designing, operating and maintaining such utility systems and components;
6. Ability to identify and to apply  the different important aspects of acoustics and lighting as these relate to planning and design principles for buildings/ structures and their grounds; and
7. Ability to relate the psychological and physiological effects of such utility systems, sound and light on building occupants/ end-users.

C. Scope
Design and construction and/or installation of the following utility systems and their respective components:

1. Sanitary and Plumbing Systems and Equipment
a. Water source, storage, supply and distribu¬tion;
b. Plumbing rough-in and fixtures;
c. Drainage and sewerage systems; and
d. Waste collection, disposal, treatment and/or recycling.

2. Mechanical Systems
a. Heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems;
b. Conveyors and other building mechanical equipment e.g. elevators, funiculars, escalators, walkalators, etc.;

3. Electrical and Other Power Systems
a. Electrical power and lighting supply, distri¬bution and fixtures; and
b. Electrical power source and alternative power sources.

4. Acoustics and Illumination
a. The psycho-physics of acoustics and lighting; and
b. Acoustical treatment and corrections.

5. Disaster Prevention and Protection Systems; Security Systems
a. Building fire-fighting, prevention, and pro¬tection apparatus;
b. Installation and/or construction of the different protection systems;
c. Materials and fixtures; and
d. Disaster prevention and mitigation systems.

6. Communication Systems
a. Electronics system; and
b. Telephone, intercom, internet/ DSL, cable TV, audio/video facilities, public address (PA) system, etc.

7. Building management and other systems
a. Climate/ lighting/ security controls and related applications for buildings/ structures;
b. Robotics and related intelligent building features.


Arki Review: Utilities 06


Here is a sample quiz for Building Utilities: Mechanical and Fire Protection Systems and Security Systems (see scope of subject below this post) which is given in the afternoon of Day 1 of the Architects Licensure Examination. Try this quizzes as part of your review.

There are 15 questions in this Quiz. You may repeat the quiz by refreshing your browser and different questions will appear.. Enjoy!!!

Password: atlascped




To learn more, enroll in our Architecture Board Exams Review Courses. Click HERE for details.


Try other Arki Quizzes HERE

UTILITIES

A. Rationale and Description
1. Understanding of the basic practices, principles, general design and installation and/or construc-tion of utilities required for a building/ struc¬ture and its grounds/premises;
2. Understanding and analyses of utility, facility, and equipment require¬ments in relation to aesthetics, function, and stability of a building/ structure and its pre¬mises.

B.  Terminal Competencies for LEA Candidates
1. Ability to identify and apply the fundamentals of building utilities and systems;
2. Ability to apply fundamental concepts and principles covering the general design and installation of electrical, mechanical, electronic/ communications, fire protection, building management, plumbing and sanitary systems, waste management systems, and the like in buildings and its grounds, consistent with trade practices and recommendations by the pertinent professionals;
3. Ability to applies the pertinent code provisions relative to the planning/ lay-outing, design, installation, operation and maintenance of such utility systems and their components;
4. Ability to converse and coordinate with the professionals and their staff concerned with such utility systems and components;
5. Ability to apply the basic principles of planning, designing, operating and maintaining such utility systems and components;
6. Ability to identify and to apply  the different important aspects of acoustics and lighting as these relate to planning and design principles for buildings/ structures and their grounds; and
7. Ability to relate the psychological and physiological effects of such utility systems, sound and light on building occupants/ end-users.

C. Scope
Design and construction and/or installation of the following utility systems and their respective components:

1. Sanitary and Plumbing Systems and Equipment
a. Water source, storage, supply and distribu¬tion;
b. Plumbing rough-in and fixtures;
c. Drainage and sewerage systems; and
d. Waste collection, disposal, treatment and/or recycling.

2. Mechanical Systems
a. Heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems;
b. Conveyors and other building mechanical equipment e.g. elevators, funiculars, escalators, walkalators, etc.;

3. Electrical and Other Power Systems
a. Electrical power and lighting supply, distri¬bution and fixtures; and
b. Electrical power source and alternative power sources.

4. Acoustics and Illumination
a. The psycho-physics of acoustics and lighting; and
b. Acoustical treatment and corrections.

5. Disaster Prevention and Protection Systems; Security Systems
a. Building fire-fighting, prevention, and pro¬tection apparatus;
b. Installation and/or construction of the different protection systems;
c. Materials and fixtures; and
d. Disaster prevention and mitigation systems.

6. Communication Systems
a. Electronics system; and
b. Telephone, intercom, internet/ DSL, cable TV, audio/video facilities, public address (PA) system, etc.

7. Building management and other systems
a. Climate/ lighting/ security controls and related applications for buildings/ structures;
b. Robotics and related intelligent building features.


Arki Review: Utilities 05


Here's Building Utilities Quiz 05.

There will be 15 questions randomly picked from a database of 40 questions.
Each time you take the quiz, there will be different questions appearing. Enjoy!!!



Take the Exam again HERE.
Large screen setup HERE

SHOULD YOU NOTICE ANY DISCREPANCIES IN THE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS POSSIBLY DUE TO HUMAN TYPOGRAPHICAL ERROR, PLEASE NOTIFY US ASAP (PROVIDE COMMENTS). THANK YOU!!!
To learn more, enroll in our Architecture Board Exams Review Courses. Click HERE for details.


Try other Arki Quizzes HERE
UTILITIES

A. Rationale and Description
     1. Understanding of the basic practices, principles, general design and installation and/or construc-tion of utilities required for a building/ struc¬ture and its grounds/premises;
     2. Understanding and analyses of utility, facility, and equipment require¬ments in relation to aesthetics, function, and stability of a building/ structure and its pre¬mises.

B.  Terminal Competencies for LEA Candidates
     1. Ability to identify and apply the fundamentals of building utilities and systems;
     2. Ability to apply fundamental concepts and principles covering the general design and installation of electrical, mechanical, electronic/ communications, fire protection, building management, plumbing and sanitary systems, waste management systems, and the like in buildings and its grounds, consistent with trade practices and recommendations by the pertinent professionals;
     3. Ability to applies the pertinent code provisions relative to the planning/ lay-outing, design, installation, operation and maintenance of such utility systems and their components; 
     4. Ability to converse and coordinate with the professionals and their staff concerned with such utility systems and components;
     5. Ability to apply the basic principles of planning, designing, operating and maintaining such utility systems and components;
     6. Ability to identify and to apply  the different important aspects of acoustics and lighting as these relate to planning and design principles for buildings/ structures and their grounds; and
     7. Ability to relate the psychological and physiological effects of such utility systems, sound and light on building occupants/ end-users.

C. Scope
Design and construction and/or installation of the following utility systems and their respective components:
     1. Sanitary and Plumbing Systems and Equipment
          a. Source, storage, supply and distribu¬tion;
          b. Plumbing rough-in and fixtures;
          c. Drainage and sewerage systems; and
          d. Waste collection, disposal, treatment and/or recycling.
     2. Mechanical Systems
          a. Heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems;
          b. Conveyors and other building mechanical equipment e.g. elevators, funiculars, escalators, walkalators, etc.;
     3. Electrical and Other Power Systems
          a. Electrical power and lighting supply, distribution and fixtures; and
          b. Electrical power source and alternative power sources.
     4. Acoustics and Illumination
          a. The psycho-physics of acoustics and lighting; and
          b. Acoustical treatment and corrections.
     5. Disaster Prevention and Protection Systems; Security Systems
          a. Building fire-fighting, prevention, and protection apparatus;
          b. Installation and/or construction of the different protection systems;
          c. Materials and fixtures; and
         d. Disaster prevention and mitigation systems.
     6. Communication Systems
          a. Electronics system; and
          b. Telephone, intercom, internet/ DSL, cable TV, audio/video facilities, public address (PA) system, etc.
     7. Building management and other systems
          a. Climate/ lighting/ security controls and related applications for buildings/ structures;
          b. Robotics and related intelligent building features.

Arki Review: Utilities 04


Here's Building Utilities Quiz 04.

There will be 15 questions randomly picked from a database of 40 questions.
Each time you take the quiz, there will be different questions appearing. Enjoy!!!



Take the Exam again HERE.
Large screen setup HERE

SHOULD YOU NOTICE ANY DISCREPANCIES IN THE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS POSSIBLY DUE TO HUMAN TYPOGRAPHICAL ERROR, PLEASE NOTIFY US ASAP (PROVIDE COMMENTS). THANK YOU!!!
To learn more, enroll in our Architecture Board Exams Review Courses. Click HERE for details.


Try other Arki Quizzes HERE
UTILITIES

A. Rationale and Description
     1. Understanding of the basic practices, principles, general design and installation and/or construc-tion of utilities required for a building/ struc¬ture and its grounds/premises;
     2. Understanding and analyses of utility, facility, and equipment require¬ments in relation to aesthetics, function, and stability of a building/ structure and its pre¬mises.

B.  Terminal Competencies for LEA Candidates
     1. Ability to identify and apply the fundamentals of building utilities and systems;
     2. Ability to apply fundamental concepts and principles covering the general design and installation of electrical, mechanical, electronic/ communications, fire protection, building management, plumbing and sanitary systems, waste management systems, and the like in buildings and its grounds, consistent with trade practices and recommendations by the pertinent professionals;
     3. Ability to applies the pertinent code provisions relative to the planning/ lay-outing, design, installation, operation and maintenance of such utility systems and their components; 
     4. Ability to converse and coordinate with the professionals and their staff concerned with such utility systems and components;
     5. Ability to apply the basic principles of planning, designing, operating and maintaining such utility systems and components;
     6. Ability to identify and to apply  the different important aspects of acoustics and lighting as these relate to planning and design principles for buildings/ structures and their grounds; and
     7. Ability to relate the psychological and physiological effects of such utility systems, sound and light on building occupants/ end-users.

C. Scope
Design and construction and/or installation of the following utility systems and their respective components:
     1. Sanitary and Plumbing Systems and Equipment
          a. Source, storage, supply and distribu¬tion;
          b. Plumbing rough-in and fixtures;
          c. Drainage and sewerage systems; and
          d. Waste collection, disposal, treatment and/or recycling.
     2. Mechanical Systems
          a. Heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems;
          b. Conveyors and other building mechanical equipment e.g. elevators, funiculars, escalators, walkalators, etc.;
     3. Electrical and Other Power Systems
          a. Electrical power and lighting supply, distribution and fixtures; and
          b. Electrical power source and alternative power sources.
     4. Acoustics and Illumination
          a. The psycho-physics of acoustics and lighting; and
          b. Acoustical treatment and corrections.
     5. Disaster Prevention and Protection Systems; Security Systems
          a. Building fire-fighting, prevention, and protection apparatus;
          b. Installation and/or construction of the different protection systems;
          c. Materials and fixtures; and
         d. Disaster prevention and mitigation systems.
     6. Communication Systems
          a. Electronics system; and
          b. Telephone, intercom, internet/ DSL, cable TV, audio/video facilities, public address (PA) system, etc.
     7. Building management and other systems
          a. Climate/ lighting/ security controls and related applications for buildings/ structures;
          b. Robotics and related intelligent building features.

Friday, August 2, 2013

Arki Review: Building Utilities 03


Here's Building Utilities Quiz 03.

There will be 15 questions randomly picked from a database of 40 questions.
Each time you take the quiz, there will be different questions appearing. Enjoy!!!



Take the Exam again HERE.
Large screen setup HERE

SHOULD YOU NOTICE ANY DISCREPANCIES IN THE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS POSSIBLY DUE TO HUMAN TYPOGRAPHICAL ERROR, PLEASE NOTIFY US ASAP (PROVIDE COMMENTS). THANK YOU!!!
To learn more, enroll in our Architecture Board Exams Review Courses. Click HERE for details.


Try other Arki Quizzes HERE

Arki Review: Building Utilities 02


Here's Building Utilities Quiz 02.

There will be 15 questions randomly picked from a database of 40 questions.
Each time you take the quiz, there will be different questions appearing. Enjoy!!!



Take the Exam again HERE.
Large screen setup HERE

SHOULD YOU NOTICE ANY DISCREPANCIES IN THE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS POSSIBLY DUE TO HUMAN TYPOGRAPHICAL ERROR, PLEASE NOTIFY US ASAP (PROVIDE COMMENTS). THANK YOU!!!
To learn more, enroll in our Architecture Board Exams Review Courses. Click HERE for details.


Try other Arki Quizzes HERE

Arki Review: Utilities 01


Here is a sample quiz for Building Utilities: Electrical and Electronic Systems and Equipment, including Lighting and Acoustics (see scope of subject below this post) which is given in the afternoon of Day 1 of the Architects Licensure Examination. Try this quizzes as part of your review.

There are 15 questions in this Quiz. You may repeat the quiz by refreshing your browser and different questions will appear.. Enjoy!!!

Password: atlascped




To learn more, enroll in our Architecture Board Exams Review Courses. Click HERE for details.


Try other Arki Quizzes HERE

UTILITIES

A. Rationale and Description
1. Understanding of the basic practices, principles, general design and installation and/or construc-tion of utilities required for a building/ struc¬ture and its grounds/premises;
2. Understanding and analyses of utility, facility, and equipment require¬ments in relation to aesthetics, function, and stability of a building/ structure and its pre¬mises.

B.  Terminal Competencies for LEA Candidates
1. Ability to identify and apply the fundamentals of building utilities and systems;
2. Ability to apply fundamental concepts and principles covering the general design and installation of electrical, mechanical, electronic/ communications, fire protection, building management, plumbing and sanitary systems, waste management systems, and the like in buildings and its grounds, consistent with trade practices and recommendations by the pertinent professionals;
3. Ability to applies the pertinent code provisions relative to the planning/ lay-outing, design, installation, operation and maintenance of such utility systems and their components;
4. Ability to converse and coordinate with the professionals and their staff concerned with such utility systems and components;
5. Ability to apply the basic principles of planning, designing, operating and maintaining such utility systems and components;
6. Ability to identify and to apply  the different important aspects of acoustics and lighting as these relate to planning and design principles for buildings/ structures and their grounds; and
7. Ability to relate the psychological and physiological effects of such utility systems, sound and light on building occupants/ end-users.

C. Scope
Design and construction and/or installation of the following utility systems and their respective components:

1. Sanitary and Plumbing Systems and Equipment
a. Water source, storage, supply and distribu¬tion;
b. Plumbing rough-in and fixtures;
c. Drainage and sewerage systems; and
d. Waste collection, disposal, treatment and/or recycling.

2. Mechanical Systems
a. Heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems;
b. Conveyors and other building mechanical equipment e.g. elevators, funiculars, escalators, walkalators, etc.;

3. Electrical and Other Power Systems
a. Electrical power and lighting supply, distri¬bution and fixtures; and
b. Electrical power source and alternative power sources.

4. Acoustics and Illumination
a. The psycho-physics of acoustics and lighting; and
b. Acoustical treatment and corrections.

5. Disaster Prevention and Protection Systems; Security Systems
a. Building fire-fighting, prevention, and pro¬tection apparatus;
b. Installation and/or construction of the different protection systems;
c. Materials and fixtures; and
d. Disaster prevention and mitigation systems.

6. Communication Systems
a. Electronics system; and
b. Telephone, intercom, internet/ DSL, cable TV, audio/video facilities, public address (PA) system, etc.

7. Building management and other systems
a. Climate/ lighting/ security controls and related applications for buildings/ structures;
b. Robotics and related intelligent building features.


Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Arki Review: BTech 05


Here is a sample quiz for Building Technology: Methods of Construction (see scope of subject below this post) which is given in the afternoon of Day 1 of the Architects Licensure Examination. Try this quizzes as part of your review.

There are 15 questions in this Quiz. You may repeat the quiz by refreshing your browser and different questions will appear.. Enjoy!!!

Password: atlascped




To learn more, enroll in our Architecture Board Exams Review Courses. Click HERE for details.

Try other Arki Quizzes HERE


BUILDING MATERIALS, ARCHITECTURAL SPECIFICATIONS  AND METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION

A. Rationale and Description

1. Understanding of the properties of building con¬struction and finishing materials; their application and articulation; systems and methods of specifying and construction;
2. Awareness of the different types/ formats of architectural specifications and presentations i.e. specifications brief, outline specifications, specifications matrix, technical specifications, schedules of finishes/ fenestrations (doors and windows)/ fixtures (sanitary, electrical, etc.)/ furniture (assembled, custom, etc.)/ equipment/ hardware, etc. ;
3.    Understanding of the types of construction systems and methods; and 
4. Application of certain management principles relative to the realization of the various stages of construction (including pre-construction and post-construction)

B.  Terminal Competencies for LEA Candidates


1. Ability to promote awareness and to apply in practice the principles of public safety through the correct specification and application of construction and finishing materials;
2. Ability to utilize the basic properties and compositions of construction and finishing materials, including their basic application and articulation for the building envelope;
3. Ability to specify appropriate building materials considering their applicability, practicability and functionality and in accordance with the standard and uniform system of architectural and/ or building specification e.g. Masterformat, etc.;
4. Ability to expresses the language of building materials, both in English and the vernacular e.g. Filipino, as used in the construction and design industries;
5. Ability to apply the essentials of architectural specification writing in identifying, recommending and using the appropriate type of materials for a particular building situation and/ or condition; 
6. Ability to utilize architectural specifications as non-graphical tool to fully complement architectural working drawings;
7. Ability to promote awareness and to apply in practice the principles of public safety through systems and methods of construction;
8. Ability to describe the essentials of working drawing production through the language of graphical presentation;
9. Ability to translate conceptual architectural designs into architectural working drawings;
10. Ability to do detailing for architectural working drawings;
11. Ability to apply methods and techniques in the production of construction drawings/ documents for the construction, erection or assembly of a building/ structure;
12. Ability to describe essential concepts and principles relative to construction, erection, assembly and fabrication of various types of common buildings;
13. Ability to apply the different methods and techniques of estimating different quantities of materials, equipment and labor for use as a basis for sound project programming, scheduling and control;
14. Ability to describe the fundamental principles governing the design, purpose and application of the different types of non-conventional systems of construction and the advantages of using such systems;
15. Ability to provide some architectural working details for the various types of alternative building construction systems and components; 
16. Ability to describe the latest system/s available in the construction industry; and
17. Ability to comprehend tender and construction documents and to understand the basic functions and legal importance of such documents. 

C. Scope


The applicable architectural specifications for the following conventional and alternative building works:
a. Non-engineering civil works;
b. Carpentry and joinery;
Concrete and masonry;
d. Various metal works;
e. Structural steel for architectural applications;
f. Concrete and reinforced concrete for architectural applications;
g. Waterproofing, damp-roofing, insulation and the like;
h. Glass and glazing;
i. Painting and varnishing;
j. Doors, Windows and Other Fenestrations;
k. Hardware; and
1. Specialty works (pre-fabrication, vaults, signage, parking systems, etc.)

The methods of construction for the following conventional and alternative building works:
a. Non-engineering civil works;
b. Carpentry and joinery;
c. Concrete and masonry;
d. Various metal works;
e. Structural steel for architectural applications;
f. Concrete and reinforced concrete for architectural applications;
g. Waterproofing, damp-roofing, sound and thermal insulation and the like;
h. Glass and glazing;
i. Painting and varnishing;
j. Doors, Windows and Other Fenestrations;
k. Hardware; and
1. Specialty works (pre-fabrication, vaults, signage, parking systems, etc.)


Arki Review: BTech 04


Here is a sample quiz to gauge your preparations for the Day 1 afternoon session of the Architects board exams. The quiz covers the subjects Structural Conceptualization, Building Materials and Methods of Construction and Building Utilities Systems (Plumbing, Sanitary, Electrical, Mechanical, Auxiliary Systems). Some questions in the recent board exams given in Day 1 pm are included in this compilation of more than 1,500+ questions. Try this quiz as part of your review.

There are 50 questions in this Quiz. You may repeat the quiz by refreshing your browser and different questions will appear.. Enjoy!!!

Password: atlascped



To learn more, enroll in our Architecture Board Exams Review Courses. Click HERE for details.


Try other Arki Quizzes HERE

Arki Review: BTech 03


Here's Building Technology Quiz 03 (Materials & Methods of Construction).

There will be 15 questions randomly picked from a database of 40 questions.
Each time you take the quiz, there will be different questions appearing. Enjoy!!!

Take the Exam again HERE.
Large screen setup HERE
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Arki Review: BTech 02


Here's Building Technology Quiz 02 (Materials & Methods of Construction).

There will be 15 questions randomly picked from a database of 40 questions.
Each time you take the quiz, there will be different questions appearing. Enjoy!!!

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Tuesday, July 30, 2013

Arki Review: BTech 01


Here is a sample quiz on Building Technology (Materials and Methods of Construction) which is given in the afternoon session of Day 1 board examinations (see scope of subject below this post). Some questions in the recent board exams given in Day 1 are included in this compilation of more than 700+ questions. Try this quiz as part of your review.

There are 25 questions in this Quiz. You may repeat the quiz by refreshing your browser and different questions will appear.. Enjoy!!!

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BUILDING MATERIALS , ARCHITECTURAL SPECIFICATIONS  AND METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION

A. Rationale and Description
1. Understanding of the properties of building construction and finishing materials; their application and articulation; systems and methods of specifying and construction;
2. Awareness of the different types/ formats of architectural specifications and presentations i.e. specifications brief, outline specifications, specifications matrix, technical specifications, schedules of finishes/ fenestrations (doors and windows)/ fixtures (sanitary, electrical, etc.)/ furniture (assembled, custom, etc.)/ equipment/ hardware, etc. ;
3.    Understanding of the types of con¬struction systems and methods; and
4. Application of certain management principles relative to the realization of the various stages of construction (including pre-construction and post-construction)

B.  Terminal Competencies for LEA Candidates
1. Ability to promote awareness and to apply in practice the principles of public safety through the correct specification and application of construction and finishing materials;
2. Ability to utilize the basic properties and compositions of construction and finishing materials, including their basic application and articulation for the building envelope;
3. Ability to specify appropriate building materials considering their applicability, practicability and functionality and in accordance with the standard and uniform system of architectural and/ or building specification e.g. Masterformat, etc.;
4. Ability to expresses the language of building materials, both in English and the vernacular e.g. Filipino, as used in the construction and design industries;
5. Ability to apply the essentials of architectural specification writing in identifying, recommending and using the appropriate type of materials for a particular building situation and/ or condition;
6. Ability to utilize architectural specifications as non-graphical tool to fully complement architectural working drawings;
7. Ability to promote awareness and to apply in practice the principles of public safety through systems and methods of construction;
8. Ability to describe the essentials of working drawing production through the language of graphical presentation;
9. Ability to translate conceptual architectural designs into architectural working drawings;
10. Ability to do detailing for architectural working drawings;
11. Ability to apply methods and techniques in the production of construction drawings/ documents for the construction, erection or assembly of a building/ structure;
12. Ability to describe essential concepts and principles relative to construction, erection, assembly and fabrication of various types of common buildings;
13. Ability to apply the different methods and techniques of estimating different quantities of materials, equipment and labor for use as a basis for sound project programming, scheduling and control;
14. Ability to describe the fundamental principles governing the design, purpose and application of the different types of non-conventional systems of construction and the advantages of using such systems;
15. Ability to provide some architectural working details for the various types of alternative building construction systems and components;
16. Ability to describe the latest system/s available in the construction industry; and
17. Ability to comprehend tender and construction documents and to understand the basic functions and legal importance of such documents.

C. Scope
The applicable architectural specifications for the following conventional and alternative building works:
a. Non-engineering civil works;
b. Carpentry and joinery;
Concrete and masonry;
d. Various metal works;
e. Structural steel for architectural applications;
f. Concrete and reinforced concrete for architectural applications;
g. Waterproofing, damp-roofing, insulation and the like;
h. Glass and glazing;
i. Painting and varnishing;
j. Doors, Windows and Other Fenestrations;
k. Hardware; and
1. Specialty works (pre-fabrication, vaults, signage, parking systems, etc.)

           The methods of construction for the following conventional and alternative building works:
a. Non-engineering civil works;
b. Carpentry and joinery;
c. Concrete and masonry;
d. Various metal works;
e. Structural steel for architectural applications;
f. Concrete and reinforced concrete for architectural applications;
g. Waterproofing, damp-roofing, sound and thermal insulation and the like;
h. Glass and glazing;
i. Painting and varnishing;
j. Doors, Windows and Other Fenestrations;
k. Hardware; and
1. Specialty works (pre-fabrication, vaults, signage, parking systems, etc.)


 
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