CTD 250 Final
Which of the following saves energy by adjusting lighting levels to weather conditions and time of day?
Daylight Compensation
The complete process of designing buildings to utilize natural light to its fullest is called
Daylighting
A type of load that includes the weight of the building itself is a
Dead load
The constant sound level through a space that occurs when sound is reflected from a convex surface is called
Diffusion
The precision accenting of artwork would be created by a light source that is
Directional
The delay in receiving sound from multiple reflections, in which the reflection is perceived as distinct from the source is called
Echo
Which most accurately describes delivery of wiring under full access floors?
Electrical conduits, junction boxes, and cabling run below panels supported on adjustable pedestals.
Which of the following produces energy from the sun while serving as a building material?
BIPV product
A fuel produced from organic matter is called
Bioenergy
80% of greenhouse gas emissions consist of carbon dioxide.
False
A horizontal exit can lead to the exterior of the building.
False
A room with harder surfaces will absorb more sound than a room with soft surfaces.
False
In a means of egress, an exit may not open into another exit.
False
Potable water is not permitted for use in commercial water closets.
False
Vapor retarders are always installed to the inside of a wall.
False
Windows are not allowed in video conferencing rooms in order to prevent glare on viewing screens.
False
Which best describes when electrical conduit is required by code?
For all wiring in fire-resistant construction
Which of the following best describes components of the fire triangle?
Fuel, oxygen in air, and high temperatures
A fuel source that is expensive though truly renewable resource including closed-loop and open-loop systems is
Geothermal
Which most accurately describes the layout of residential electrical receptacles?
Governed by the NEC
An organization that provides web-based tools for assessment and certification is
Green Globes
Currently, the most commonly used directly applied ceiling material is
Gypsum
Nine guiding principles developed by architect William McDonough for the World's Fair Expo in Germany is
Hanover Principles
Most home builders wanting to obtain LEED accreditation prefer the specialty of
Homes
A fuel produced from a commonly occurring element and can be made from both nonrenewable and renewable sources is
Hydrogen
A natural and renewable fuel source generated by water is called
Hyrdopower
The number of wavelength cycles completed per second is measured as
Hz
Converts theoretical principles to application and looks at an organization's relationship to the biosphere is
Natural Step
A type of toilet that traps air as it fills with water from the water supply line in order to force the water into the bowl and push the waste out is called a
Pressure-Assist Toilet
When designing interior spaces with escalators, interior designers are most involved in which of the following?
Providing adequate queuing space at each loading and discharge point
Which of the following flooring materials are considered soft surfaces?
Carpets, Wood, Rubber, Linoleum, Cork, Bamboo
A naturally occurring fossil fuel that can be obtained through mining is
Coal
A drainage system that is used to collect trash and debris along with water runoff is called a
Combined Sewer
Pipes that take away both water run-off and sewage are referred to as
Combined Sewer
A control that can shut off the water service from the outside of a building is a
Control valve
Sound power is measured in
W
The best type of insulation to use in an existing wall constructed of light weight wood studs with gypsum board finish is
XXX Rigid board XXX Batt
A type of wall that relies on several small members to carry the loads to a horizontal sole plate is a
XXX Structural frame
Which of the following components are used in heavy timber wood floor construction?
XXXJoists, Girders
Which of the following is a type of materials handling lift?
XXXMoving Ramp
Which of the following most accurately describes electrical cables?
cables are often used for residential wiring
The process of confining spaces within fire barriers to prevent the spread of fire is called
compartmentation
Water pressure is measured in
psi
Light in a space appears brighter when applied to a surface in the ______________ position.
vertical
Fire retardant gypsum board is type
X
ADA guidelines require wall mounted receptacles to be mounted at a minimum height of
14
ADA guidelines require wall mounted receptacles to be mounted at a minimum height of
15
The circular cross section of a handrail should be a diameter of between
1¼-2 inches
According to the NEC, no point on a wall behind a countertop is permitted to be more than ____ feet from a convenience receptacle.
2
How large is an A-19 lamp?
2 3/8"
A common voltage for large commercial buildings, in which the power is not stepped down to the more common 120 volts, is
277
Commercial stairs must have a minimum width of
44"
The minimum height allowed for most habitable space is
7'6"
Which of the following is best described as a complete conduction path that carries electrical current from a source of electricity to and through some electrical device and back to the source?
An electrical circuit
A sustainable rating system that claims to be the most advanced measuring system is
LBC
A sustainable rating system that includes the seven areas site, water, energy, health, materials, equity, and beauty is
LBC
Heat transferred when a material changes between solid & liquid or liquid & gas, or vice versa is called
Latent Heat
Which of the following best describes the role of interior designers in elevator design?
May be involved in selecting finishes for elevator cabs and lobbies
Which of the following statements is true?
Most fire deaths occur in residential buildings.
A single number criterion for measuring the effectiveness of a material to absorb sound at midrange frequencies is called
NRC
The best way to measure a material's ability to absorb sound is by using the
NRC
A fossil fuel that claims to be clean burning, but can be excavated in controversial manners is
Natural Gas
Heat transfer that is measured using a thermometer is called
Sensible heat
A type of system that must be installed when plumbing fixtures are located below the street level or sewer level is a
Sewer ejector pump)
A control that can shut off the water within a building is a
Shutoff Valve
A type of dimmer control that requires the light to be dimmed completely before the switch action occurs is called
Single Action Dimmer
Which 4 things does a biological contaminant need to grow in a building?
Source, water, nutrients, and favorable temperatures
Lighting that is focused on a specific task such as reading, sewing, grooming or cooking is called
Task Lighting
Premise wiring is best described as
The system of raceways, boxes, and outlets dedicated to communications systems
A device that opens and closes a circuit at specific times each day is called a
Timeclock
Which residential appliance uses the most water per capita?
Toilet
A control valve should be located at each plumbing fixture.
True
At one time, human wastes were thrown from windows into the gutters of the streets.
True
Greenhouse gases trap heat in the form of radiation into the atmosphere, thus warming the surface of the planet.
True
If a tree falls in a forest, and no one is there to hear it, there is no sound.
True
Mineral xieling tiles fire resistant
True
Most sound absorbing materials are composed of fibrous or open cell structures.
True
Sound waves travel as heat.
True
Sprinkler systems can be installed in single family residential dwellings.
True
The National Park Service has created their own sustainable guidelines.
True
Water closet seat heights must be between 17-19 inches above the finished floor in order to comply with ADA Accessibility Guidelines.
True
An load that is evenly distributed is a
Uniform Load
Which of the following is a type of glare that occurs when a light source is bounced off a surface such as a white book page?
Veiling reflection
