CDT Exam Prep 1-4
Which of the following words should be capitalized in a specification: A. A/E, Owner, and Contractor. B. Subcontractor, Owner, and Supplier. C. A/E, Contractor, and Subcontractor. D. Owner, Contractor, and Supplier.
A
nAddenda are used to: A. Modify the procurement documents before award of the contract. B. Modify the contract documents after award of the contract. C. Modify drawings and specifications only. D. Formalize verbal instruction given on the job.
A
nContract documents consist of: A. Agreement between Owner and Contractor, conditions of the contract, drawings, and specifications, addenda and modifications, other documents listed in the Agreement. B. Agreement between Owner and Contractor, conditions of the contract, drawings, and specifications, project manual, shop drawings. C. Agreement between Owner and Contractor, conditions of the contract, drawings, and specifications, instructions to bidders, bid form, addenda, modifications, other documents listed in the Agreement.
A
nThe Specification-type document prepared during the Design Development phase is called the: A. Outline Specification. B. Rough Draft Specification. C. UniFormat Elements.
A
nThe contractual relationship governed by the Conditions of the Contract is between: A. Owner and Contractor. B. A/E and Contractor. C. Owner and Subcontractors. D.A/E and Subcontractors.
A
A project's "life cycle" includes all of the following EXCEPT? A. Planning/Design. B. Financing. C. Construction. D. Evaluation. E. Demolition.
B
As part of the _________, the Agreement is considered a Contract Document: A. Contract Conditions. B. Contract Forms. C. Bidding Requirements. D. Specifications.
B
During which project phase does the A/E review the Owner's program and budget requirements and suggest alternative approaches? A. Planning/Pre-Design. B. Design. C. Bidding/Negotiation. D. Construction. E. Post-Construction.
B
In 1964, the term "Project Manual" was introduced by the: A. American Bar Association. B. American Institute of Architects. C. Construction Specifications Institute. D. Department of Defense.
B
The Agreement: A. Defines the relationship of the Owner, A/E, and a Contractor. B. Is the one instrument of the contract documents that binds the signing parties to the work. C. Constitutes the legal portion of the specifications. D. All of the above. E.None of the above
B
The Procurement Documents include all of the following EXCEPT: A. Procurement Requirements. B. Contract Modifications. C. Project Manual. D. Drawings. E.Addenda.
B
Which of the following concepts provides an organizational format and standard location for written project documents? A. Bidding Documents B. Project Manual C. Contract Documents D. Division 1
B
Which of the following is not part of the procurement requirements? A. Instructions to bidders. B. Performance bond form. C. Bid form. D. Invitation to bid. E. None of the above. F.All of the above.
B
nA requirement set by authority, custom or general consensus (vast body of knowledge) which is established as an accepted criteria is called a: A. Building code B. Reference standard C. Quality control standard D. Specification master
B
nAs a large facility owner, GSA's largest long-term goal for application of BIM is: A.Allowing contractors to model construction processes to maximize their on-site efficiency B.Management of GSA facilities throughout their lifetime through incorporating and utilizing information on space utilization, building elements and systems C.Reducing design review time for upcoming projects. D.Generating 3-D perspectives and video models of planned government buildings.
B
nGeneral Conditions allow Owner to accept defective work: A. Instead of final payment B. At a reduced cost, irrespective of final payment C. Prior to guaranty period, after final payment D. By extending the warranty period
B
nGreen Building" is defined by the EPA as: A.Energy efficient & "green"-colored heat and UV reflective building coatings. B.Green buildings may incorporate sustainable materials in their construction. C.Utilizes native plants indigenous to the United States. D.There is no such concept as "Green Building", as defined by EPA.
B
nIf the construction budget of a 50,000 square foot project is $5,000,000 based on $100 per square foot, it is an example of which method of preparing the budget? A. Unit price B. Cost per measured unit C. Systems D. Component cost
B
nIntegrated Project Delivery (IDP) principles include: A.Mutual respect & Trust, with emphasis on corporate rewards through higher risks B.Collaborative innovation and decision making C.Achieving Owner's goals through intense planning efforts D.Open communication only during the design phase to ensure goals are met
B
nWhen exact quantities of work cannot be calculated and bids are based on cost, including fee, per segment of work, the method is known as: A. Segment Cost B. Unit Price C. Cost Plus Fee D. Stipulated Price
B
nThe acronym "BIM" is a valuable design and construction tool, and the initials stand for:
Building information model
All of the following are correct regarding procurement documents EXCEPT: A. Include all necessary procurement requirements. B. May include Owner-supplied bid forms. C. Become part of contract for construction. D. Identify other information available to bidders, such as land surveys.
C
The concept of "interoperability" plays a critical role in the future of the construction industry.: A. This concept deals with internal "sustainable" operations of facilities B. Addressing operable inter-communication among project team members. C. Is a concept of compatibility, and common use of a single building model by multiple project team members. D. All of the above.
C
The invitation to bid: A. Describes the requirements with which a bidder must comply before and during submission of his bid. B. Legally defines the contract documents for a project. C. Is designed to attract qualified bidders. D. Includes the instructions to bidders and the bid form. E. None of the above. F. All of the above.
C
The volume containing the specifications, conditions of the contract, available information, instructions to bidders, and the bid form is called: A. Spec Book. B. Table leveler. C. Project manual. D. Door stop. E. None of the above. F. All of the above.
C
To be effective in communicating, specifications should be: A. Complete, concise, and correct. B. Concise, clear and correct. C. Clear, correct, complete and concise. D. Concise, correct and complete.
C
When an outside participant is employed by the Owner to oversee and administer the project, this position is known as: A. Project Manager B. Owner's Representative C. Construction Manager D. Project Consultant
C
When an outside participant is employed by the Owner to oversee and administer the project, this position is known as: A.Project Manager. B.Owner's Representative. C.Construction Manager. D.Project Consultant.
C
Which of the following is not a stage of the Facility Life Cycle? A.Design B.Facility management C.Project permitting D.Project conception E.Procurement F.Project delivery G.Construction H.Construction documents
C
nAll of the following activities are associated with the project conception stage except which one? A. Predesign B. Planning C. Commissioning D. Programming
C
nAn alternate: A. Is the same as an option in the specifications. B. Is used for the same purpose as unit prices. C. Should be described in Division 01 and specified in the appropriate specification sections. D. Should be described in detail on the bid form. E. All of the above. F.None of the above.
C
nConstruction sequences and the coordination of all portions of the Work are the responsibility of: A. Owner B. Architect/Engineer C. Contractor D.All of the above
C
nContract documents include: A. Written portions of the contract only. B. Graphic portions of the contract only. C. Both written and graphic portions of the contract. D. Agreement and general and supplementary conditions.
C
nSince he or she is most familiar with a product, the manufacturer's representative should: A.Write the specification section. B.Review the specification section. C.Supply accurate information to the A/E. D.Not be consulted in order to avoid a conflict of interest.
C
nSpecifications are: A.Reference tools used by the Contractor in conjunction with the drawings and the agreement. B.Technical documents describing the details of building construction for a specific project. C.Legally enforceable Contract Documents that should be prepared with concern and respect for their legal status. D.Describe the technical requirements of the contract in a text type format.
C
nThe design stage of a project includes all of the following except which one? A.Design development B.Schematic design C.Feasibility studies D.Outline specifications
C
nThe dollar amounts of cash allowances are listed: A. In the Instructions to Bidders. B. On the Bid Form. C. Division 1. D. Bidding Requirements.
C
nThe elements titled Procurement (Bidding) Requirements, Contract Forms, Contract Conditions, Specifications, Drawings and Addenda together form the: A. Project Manual B. Contract Documents C. Procurement (Bidding) Documents D. MasterFormat
C
nWhat activities take place in the Project Conception Stage? A.The engineers develop the mechanical and electrical systems. B.The site is selected and the demolition is done. C.Feasibility studies and budget is set. D.The program is evaluated and the engineers are selected.
C
nWhen the bidding requirements requires that a portion of the work in the bid be based on cost, including fee the method is known as: A.Segment Cost. B.Unit Price. C.Cost-Plus Fee. D.Stipulated Price.
C
nWhich of the following is considered as specifications? A. General Conditions. B. Supplementary Conditions. C. Division 01. D.Bidding Requirements
C
nWhich one of the following statements is correct? A.Conflicts and discrepancies are reduced when important information is repeated. B.Important requirements stated in one document should be repeated in other documents to ensure compliance. C.Each requirement should be stated only one time and in the right place. D.The Manual of Practice stresses multiplicity of locations for retrieval of information.
C
A disadvantage of using standardized agreement forms is: A. Familiarity of the forms. B. Uniformity of terminology. C. Legal precedents interpreting the documents. D. May not meet specific project requirements. E. Recognized customs resulting from longtime use.
D
BIM-4D Cadd Models include: A.Specifications and product Data B.Material costs to generate cost estimates C.Time and Money Aspects of Building components D.Construction phasing, sequencing, and scheduling
D
Division 01 sections: A. Are the same as special conditions. B. Are part of the procurement documents. C. Are written in a narrative style as part of the conditions of the contract. D. Expand and cross reference the conditions of the contract in all cases. E. None of the Above. F. All of the above.
D
During the Planning/Pre-Design stage, the A/E may be retained to: A. Develop outline specifications. B. Describe the character of the mechanical system. C. Prepare renderings. D.Assist in financial feasibility studies
D
The Design Phase includes all of the following, except: A. Construction Document Phase B. Design Development Phase C. Schematic Design Phase D.Planning/Pre-Design
D
The word "provide" when used in specifications means: A. To supply or deliver to project site. B. To place in position for service or use. C. Should be defined in Supplementary Conditions or in Division 01, General Requirements. D.All of the Above.
D
Uniform Location of Subject Matterprepared by the EJCDC and jointly published by EJCDC and AIA provides a recommended location of topics in all of the following EXCEPT: A. Supplementary Conditions. B. Division 01. C. Agreement. D. Drawings.
D
Which of the following is not found in standard Forms of Agreements: A. Contract Time B. Contract Sum C. Reference to Contract Documents D. Submittals Requirements
D
nCSI's "Green Format" is: A.CSI's policy on paper reduction and the use of electronic specifications B.A web based format incorporating a searchable data base of "green" product information C.Eliminates manufacture's "green wash" marketing techniques. D.B & C above A & B above
D
nDuring the Project Conception Stage, the A/E may be retained to: A.Develop outline specifications. B.Describe the character of the mechanical system. C.Prepare renderings. D.Assist in financial feasibility studies.
D
nGreen buildings are designed to reduce the overall impact of the built environment on human health and the natural environment by: A.Efficiently using energy, water and other resources B.Protecting occupant health and improving employee productivity. C.Reducing waste, pollution and environmental degradation during construction D. A and B only E. A and C only
D
nIntegrated project delivery (IPD) and building information modeling (BIM) are relevant to: A. All stages of project development. B. The design process is transformed into a more collaborative, effective, and productive team effort. C. BIM can be the primary repository of information needed by the facility manager. D. All of the above
D
nIntegrated projects are distinguished by all of the following characteristics except: A.Development of virtual project model through input from a collaborative team. B.Trust-based collaboration between project team members. C.Maximized efficiency through design, fabrication, and construction. D."Just as needed" team involvement to reduce owner's pre-construction expenses.
D
nOne of the benefits of working as a team is not: A.Increased productivity B.Reduced project costs C.Earlier project completion D.Fewer meetings
D
nThe Agreement: A. Establishes how the contract will be administered. B. Provides for requirements unique to a specific project. C. Protects the labor force if the Contractor fails to meet his obligations. D. Defines relationships and obligations between the Owner and Contractor.
D
nThe US EPA has undertaken a Green Building Strategy in order to accomplish all of the following EXCEPT: A.Maximize efficiency with which buildings and site use resources. B.Raise awareness of economic benefits of green building. C.Advance environmental and human health protection. D.Pass a constitutional amendment mandating green building practices.
D
nWhat are the three components of project design team coordination? A.Duplication, omissions and discrepancies B.Division One, Division Two and Division Three C.General, Products and Execution D.Organization, Execution and Quality Assurance
D
Which of the following is not a management expertise that contractors bring to the project delivery process? A.Knowledge of factors that influence cost, time, and quality B.Ability to manage cash flow and project accounting C.Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and suppliers D.Experience with managing a construction budget in a risk-based setting E.Identifying codes and regulations applicable to the design
E
nAll of the following are examples of project soft costs except which one? A. Relocation B.Commissioning C.Due diligence studies D.Design fees E.Topographical surveys
E
nThe "Contract Documents" typically include: A. Contract Forms. B. Contract Drawings. C. Specifications. D. Addenda. E.All of the above.
E
Repetition of information on both drawings and specifications is a good way to emphasize it's importance: A. True. B.False.
F
The A/E is required to determine the project delivery method? A.True. B.False.
F
The documents developed to attract and assist qualified bidders in properly submitting bids are called Contract Documents. A. True. B.False.
F
nGreenFormat™ is a system developed by the EPA and USGBC for presenting sustainability (green) information about products in a consistent and rigorous format, intended to help design professionals easily find and use reliable information: A. True. B. False.
F
nPreliminary Project Descriptions are legal and binding Construction Documents. A.True. B.False.
F
nSustainability consultants can only be retained by the design team? A.True. B.False.
F
nSystems, materials, and products are selected during the schematic design phase? A.True B.False
F
nThe EPA's definition of a green building covers all three primary aspects of the built environment, siting, design and construction. A.True. B.False.
F
nThe U.S. National CAD Standard; has two components, the CAD Layer Guidelines and the CSI Uniform Drawing System that generally address organization of computer generated drawings, however there is noNational BIM Standard at this time: A. True. B. False.
F
nThe contractor and the A/E review submittals for the same reasons and from the same point of view? ▪ True. ▪False
F
nThe primary construction project team components are the Owner Team, Design Team, Contractor Team, Supplier Team, and the authorities having jurisdiction? A.True. B.False.
F
nThere is no difference between the construction schedule and the project schedule. A.True. B.False.
F
Bidding documents are considered legal documents? ▪ True. ▪ False.
False
The A/E usually hires a construction manager?
False
The Owner, Contractor and A/E are parties to the construction agreement? ▪ True. ▪False.
False
The drawings take precedence over the specifications? ▪ True. ▪False.
False
The role of a subcontractor is the same as a material supplier? ▪ True. ▪ False.
False
There are no differences between the AIA and EJCDC general conditions? ▪ True. ▪False.
False
nProject descriptions and outline specifications are legal and binding documents? ▪ True. ▪False
False
nThe purpose of an objective needs assessment is to: A. Test and validate goals B. Determine space requirements C. Document expected performance levels D. Confirm the budget E. Prioritize needs vs. wants F. B and C above G. All of the above H. None of the above
G
nTypical components of a project financial study include: A. Owner's financial condition B. Life cycle costs C. Value of existing facilities D. Available funding E. Timing F. A thru D above G. All of the above H. None of the above
G
nA typical site studies often include: A. Environmental issues B. Hazardous material C. Subsurface conditions D. Archeological Surveys E. Other governments (Native Peoples) F. A site survey G. A, C, D, and E H. All of the above except F I. All of the above
I
Building are the source of nearly 40% of US energy use, and a primary source of environmental risks: T or F
T
Green building, as defined by the EPA, is the practice of creating structures and using processes that are environmentally responsible and resource-efficient throughout a building's life-cycle from siting to design, construction, operation, maintenance, renovation and deconstruction. This practice expands and complements the classical building design concerns of economy, utility, durability, and comfort. Green building is also known as a sustainable or high performance building. A.True. B.False.
T
The AIA's Integrated project Delivery (IPD) is similar to "Design Build" and "CM" project delivery processes promoting collaborative, integrated, and productive teams composed of key project participants: T or F
T
The National Institute of Standards Technology's "BEES Program" models a product's life cycle period as 50 years, including: acquisition, manufacturing, delivery, installation, operation, maintenance and recycling: A.True. False.
T
nA sustainable approach to facility design and construction involves considering the big picture of human impact on, and the future of, the planet when making project-specific decisions. It is therefore fundamental to responsible practice. : A. True. B. False.
T
nAIA Design Phases include schematic design, design development, and construction documents? A.True. B.False.
T
nAs a project proceeds through the project delivery process (time), the ability to influence the cost is high at the beginning, but decreases as the project advances through the various stages. A.True. B.False.
T
nCSI's "Green Format" is organized by MASTERFORMAT number, and includes five parts, 1) Background Information, 2) Product Details, 3) Product Life Cycle, 4) Additional information, and 5) Authorization: Tor F
T
nDoor components within a 3D-BIM generated set of documents include attributes such as size, material, hardware types, and fire rating: T or F
T
nIn a Design Build Contract if the Owner wants more control over the process; "Bridging Documents" are prepared or the Owner requests Design Build proposals in two phases. A.True. B.False.
T
nIn a Design-Build Contract the Owner has a single contractor for both Design and Construction; however in a Design-Bid-BuildContract the Owner has a separate contract with both the A/E and the Contractor. A.True. B.False.
T
nIt is not uncommon for a governing agency to dictate the design and construction process of any of the project delivery methods by their own rules or regulations? A.True. B.False.
T
nThe difference between Design -Build (DB) and Construction Management (CM) is that in a design build contract the Owner has one contract with a single entity to design and construct a project, while a CM contract may involve multiple contracts and trade contractors: A.True. False.
T
nZoning is an example of a land development regulation. A.True. B.False.
T
Codes governing commercial construction and residential construction are different? ▪ True. ▪ False.
True
The supplementary conditions should be coordinated with the Owner/A/E agreement? ▪ True. ▪Fals
True
