LESSON 8

Which of the following is a component of structural steelwork?

• Windows

• Joists

• Doors

• Tiles

What is the role of bearing plates in structural steelwork?

• To support the weight of the structure

• To provide insulation

• To enhance the aesthetic appeal

• To facilitate plumbing

Which of the following is NOT a type of metal used for the framing of a structure?

• Wide flange beams (W series)

• Lightweight beams

• I-beams

• Concrete slabs

Which of the following is a type of beam used in structural framing?

• Plates

• Channels

• Angles

• All of the above

In the designation "W 310 X 45" for a wide flange beam, what does the number 310 represent?

• Nominal weight in kilograms per meter

• Nominal depth in millimeters

• Flange width in millimeters

• Web thickness in millimeters

In the designation "W 310 X 45" for a wide flange beam, what does the number 45 represent?

• Nominal weight in kilograms per meter

• Nominal depth in millimeters

• Flange width in millimeters

• Web thickness in millimeters

Which part of the wide flange beam is labeled as "w" in the diagram?

• Beam height

• Flange width

• Web thickness

• Flange thickness

Which part of the wide flange beam is labeled as "h" in the diagram?

• Beam height

• Flange width

• Web thickness

• Flange thickness

Which of the following is a commonly-used sequence in estimating structural steel?

• A) Columns and details, beams and details, and bracing and flooring

• B) Beams and details, columns and details, and bracing and flooring

• C) Bracing and flooring, columns and details, and beams and details

• D) Flooring and bracing, beams and details, and columns and details

Which of the following items may not be shown on the contract drawings but are required for a complete job?

• A) Field connections, field bolts, ties, beam separators, anchors, rivets, bearing plates, welds, setting plates, and templates

• B) Field connections, field bolts, ties, beam separators, anchors, rivets, bearing plates, welds, setting plates, and screws

• C) Field connections, field bolts, ties, beam separators, anchors, rivets, bearing plates, welds, setting plates, and nails

• D) Field connections, field bolts, ties, beam separators, anchors, rivets, bearing plates, welds, setting plates, and brackets