Construction materials and methods.

1 What type of foundation is this?

• A          Raft

• B          Wide Strip

• C          Pile

• D          Narrow Strip

Answer explanation

The correct type of foundation is a Narrow Strip, as indicated in the answer choices. This type of foundation is commonly used in construction projects.

 

2 What processes are these images showing?

• A              Pad

• B              Narrow Strip

• C     Stepped Foundation

• D              Pile

Answer explanation

The correct choice is D. The images are showing the process of Pile foundation construction.

3 In the construction of a new residential building, which one of the following is not typically considered a necessary utility service?

• D           Wi-Fi

• C           Drainage

• B           Electric

• A           Water

Answer explanation

In the construction of a new residential building, Wi-Fi is not typically considered a necessary utility service, unlike water, electric, and drainage.

During the construction of a residential house, what is the term used for the gap left between the brickwork and blockwork for insulation purposes?

• A        Middle

• B        Space

• C       Cavity

• D       Gap

Answer explanation

The term used for the gap left between the brickwork and blockwork for insulation purposes is 'Cavity'.

During the construction of a new residential building, the architect specifies a particular type of floor construction. Which type is it?

 

• A  Solid concrete floor.

• B  Suspended floor

• C       Concrete Screed

• D  Block and beam floor

Answer explanation

The correct type of floor construction specified by the architect for the new residential building is a Block and beam floor.

During the construction of a new residential building, who would be responsible for determining the depth of concrete required for the foundations and floor?

• A           Quantity Surveyor

• B           Structural Engineer

• C           Architect

• D           Site Surveyor

Answer explanation

The Structural Engineer would be responsible for determining the depth of concrete required for the foundations and floor.

What name is given to the floor construction that is not fixed?

 

• A        Suspended

• B        Temporary

• C          Solid

• D         Floating

Answer explanation

The correct name given to the floor construction that is not fixed is 'Floating', making option D the correct choice.

During the construction of a new eco-friendly home, the architect specifies the use of insulation materials like Cellotex or Kingspan. What is the common name for these types of insulation?

• A         Blue Jeans

• B          Mineral Wool

• C          Thermal Insulation

• D         PIR

Answer explanation

The correct choice for the common name of insulation materials like Cellotex or Kingspan is PIR, which stands for Polyisocyanurate. It is a type of thermal insulation commonly used in eco-friendly construction.

Which type of insulation is commonly installed in the attic of a house to improve energy efficiency?

 

• A         Thermal

• B          Mineral Wool

• C          Foam

• D         Polystyrene

Answer explanation

Mineral Wool insulation is commonly installed in the attic of a house to improve energy efficiency.

During a construction project, you're tasked with selecting timber for the building's framework. Which stamp indicates that the timber is suitable for structural use?

• B          C24

• C          C20

• D         C26

Answer explanation

The stamp 'C24' indicates that the timber is suitable for structural use, making it the correct choice for the building's framework.