Construction Documents Technologist Questions and Answers
Under SectionFormat®, where would the Article "Manufacturers" be found?
Which of the following statements best describes stakeholder and participant interest in a project?
What is a primary disadvantage in using the design-bid-build method?
Which member of the project team initiates the project, assumes the risk, controls and manages the design and construction process, and provides the funding?
When does a project reach substantial completion?
What does the Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) process involve?
There are over 3,500 different grades of steel. The amount of carbon, level of impurities, and additional elements all contribute to what grade steel is classified as in building projects. Therefore, which of the following is the method of specification writing used to limit lengthy descriptions of materials?
The owner's budget may not be adequate to pay for the entire project. What method is used to allow flexibility in the event that the budget is exceeded by the bids?
What governs Division 01 specifications and general requirements?
Which of the following is a component of the contract documents?
Which party has the ultimate authority to approve a change order?
What is the basis of payment for a contract negotiated between an owner and a contractor for a fixed price?
In construction documents, what does the agreement refer to?
What four considerations are included in site selection programming?
A facility manager needs to replace a broken insulated glazing unit in an existing facility. Which source would be most appropriate for determining where and how to order the new unit?
A drawing set arranged in the following order is an example of what type of drawing organization?
Cover Sheet, Sheet Index, Life Safety, Demolition, Civil, Landscaping, Architectural, Interiors, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection
Who is responsible for accepting and inspecting for damage of the owner-furnished products delivered to the project site?
Who has the right to stop the work if hazardous materials are encountered during the construction?
Standards for sustainable facilities, products, and fundamental approaches emphasize the needs of what?
What is the primary purpose of MasterFormat®?
Which project phase would outline specifications be created in order to be used as a checklist for further development of the project documents?
When a public works project utilizes design-bid-build, which option would NOT minimize the risk of bid shopping?
When is the owner entitled to stop the work?
What is Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design® (LEED®)?
Cost classification, data organization, and specifications use which written formats?
Which of the following is LEAST important to log when documenting the decision-making process?
During procurement activities, what is the process of notifying prospective or qualified bidders requesting proposals for a specific project or an invitation to bid?
The names of the project, owner, architect/engineer and consultants, and the general project data such as location map are normally included in which of the following?
In the AIA A201 General Conditions of the Contract of Construction, whom is responsible for property insurance for a project?
According to standard general conditions, which of the following is true about shop drawings?
Which of these is NOT a graphical format used to establish order and organization of construction drawings?
Where can you typically find requirements for temporary toilet facilities?
Which team member is actively involved and interested in all phases of the project?
When innovative or unusual design techniques are proposed, it is advised to have what type of review?
Why should project closeout meetings be held?
What can value analysis be used for?
