Construction Industry Quiz

What is the purpose of collaboration between community colleges and contractors?

• To ensure employees receive college credit

• To ensure all of the classroom training is performed by industry experts

• To fill knowledge-based component of program

• To provide free training materials

According to OSHA standard 1910.178(l)(3), what is required of heavy equipment operator prior to moving equipment between jobsites?

• Be trained by the manufacturer

• Pass a physical exam

• Obtain a commercial drivers license

• Complete a safety course

What is the best method to advance a career in the construction industry?

• Obtain additional licenses and certificates

• Work for multiple contractors

• Become friends with management

• Get more expertise from the internet

Who manages all the subcontractors and work performed on the construction of a project?

• Crew leader

• Project owner

• Site superintendent

• Project manager

What is the reason for the anticipated shortage of craft professionals?

• Lack of skilled craft professionals willing to train younger students

• Continued emphasis on attending college

• Forecasted low salaries in construction

• Low growth rates projected for construction

How are careers in construction best characterized?

• Technical careers

• Contractual jobs

• Hourly jobs

• Craft professionals

What approach replaced creating construction drawings by hand?

• Building information modeling

• Virtual reality

• Simulation

• Computer-aided drafting

The commercial sector of construction focuses on what type of building structures?

• Schools

• Apartments

• Homes

• Bridges

Which of the following includes the categories of water, electrical grids, sewer, and transportation?

• Schools

• Homes

• Infrastructure

• Bridges

Which two construction crafts require a minimum of a 4-year college degree?

• A. Architect

• B. Electrician

• C. Civil Engineer

• D. HVAC Technician