Building Technician Level 6 Quiz

Setting out is crucial to ensure that the construction works are carried out accurately. What do you understand by the term setting out?

In a construction project there are various types of working drawings. Outline four examples of working drawings.

Setting out in construction is of paramount importance in the preliminary stages of construction. State three reasons of setting out.

There are various tools available that can be used during setting out. Highlight any two of these tools used in setting out.

Answer explanation

PLUMB BOB, BUILDERS LINE, BUILDERS SQUARE, MASON HAMMER, WATER LEVEL

Foundations form the base of a structure. State four functional requirements of foundations.

Before cutting reinforcement bars a bar bending schedule is prepared. Highlight three functions of a bar bending schedule.

Concrete is a composite material comprised of several ingredients. Highlight four ingredients of concrete.

A common practice during the excavation of foundation trenches is the provision of timbering. Highlight three situations where timbering is required.

Soil is a complex material that is made of a variety of organic and inorganic matter. State three types of soils.

When it comes to construction techniques, spacer blocks play a crucial role in various applications. Outline two uses of spacer blocks.