Introduction to the Construction Industry

Which one of the following is NOT a traditional method of construction

• Masonry structure
• Mid rise
• High rise
• Pre-fabricated

Which of these is NOT a modern method of construction

• Modular
• Sectional
• Masonry
• Pre-fabricated

Which building method is shown?

• Steel
• Timber frame
• Concrete
• Glass

Which of the following is NOT a design feature of a sustainable project?

• Water economy
• Renewable energy
• Thermal Insulation
• Size of the project

Sustainable construction is used to limit the:

• Impact on the environment
• Time a project will take
• Budget a builder will have
• Number of builders merchants available to use

Which of the following is a source of sustainable heating?

• Air source heat pump
• Air source electric pump
• Air source water pump
• Air source boiler pump

Insulation should be located in which of the following locations?

• Under kitchen units
• In the roof space
• In an airing cupboard
• Under the stairs

Timber from a sustainable forest is known as:

• F.S.C. Certified
• S.F.C. Certified
• C.S.F. Certified
• F.C.S. Certified

A sustainable substitute for fibre glass insulation is?

• Old clothes
• Knitting wool
• Sheeps wool
• Old trainers

Wind turbines are used to generate?

• Hot water
• Cold water
• Heating
• Electricity