W12 Introduction to Construction Engineering I

Falah Aman, a construction engineering technologist, ensures that the new community center building project meets ______ requirements.

• Safety, quality, and budget

• Marketing and sales

• Human resources

• Legal and financial

Answer explanation

Ethan, as a construction engineer, focuses on ensuring the project meets safety, quality, and budget requirements, which are critical for successful construction projects. The other options are not relevant to his role.

Musang King is working on a construction project and realizes that Technical Expertise requires knowledge of ______.

• Construction methods

• Cooking

• Fashion

• Music

Answer explanation

Technical Expertise in construction specifically requires knowledge of construction methods, as this is essential for effective project execution. The other options, such as cooking, fashion, and music, are unrelated to construction.

In Planning and Design, construction engineers are responsible for ______.

• Design and oversight

• Cooking meals

• Writing novels

• Painting landscapes

Fill in the blank: Enhancing safety in construction engineering involves the implementation of best _______.

• Costs

• Practices

• Delays

• Reductions

Fill in the blank: During a project meeting, Upin, Ipin, and Apin discussed how the design and planning phase involves architects, engineers, and stakeholders collaborating to develop the detailed construction ________.

• A) Budget

• B) Drawings

• C) Timeline

• D) Site

Answer explanation

The design and planning phase primarily focuses on creating detailed construction drawings, which are essential for guiding the building process. Therefore, the correct answer is B) Drawings.

During a project to build a new community center, which phase involves developing detailed construction drawings and specifications?

• Site Selection

• Feasibility Studies

• Design and Planning

• Construction

Answer explanation

The Design and Planning phase is where detailed construction drawings and specifications are created, ensuring that the project meets all requirements before moving to construction.

Naruto, Sasuke, and Chibi Maruko Chan are working on a new project proposal for a tech startup. What is assessed during feasibility studies to ensure alignment with the client's goals?

• Technical viability

• Financial viability

• Market viability

• All of the above.

Answer explanation

Feasibility studies assess technical, financial, and market viability to ensure the project aligns with the client's goals. Therefore, the correct answer is 'All of the above.'

Mufassah Tiber is evaluating a potential site for his new community garden. Which aspect is NOT part of Site Assessment?

• Terrain

• Soil conditions

• Accessibility

• Zoning laws

Answer explanation

Zoning laws are regulations governing land use and are not typically part of a site assessment, which focuses on physical characteristics like terrain, soil conditions, and accessibility.

Logistics and Accessibility evaluation includes assessing proximity to ______.

• Utilities

• Soil conditions

• Zoning laws

• Environmental impact

Answer explanation

Logistics and Accessibility evaluation focuses on factors that affect the movement of goods and services. Proximity to utilities is crucial as it impacts operational efficiency, making 'Utilities' the correct choice.

During a project to build a new community park, Hari-Hari is tasked with conducting an Environmental Impact assessment to evaluate the potential ______.

• Zoning laws

• Environmental impact

• Soil conditions

• Transportation networks

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Environmental impact' because an Environmental Impact assessment specifically evaluates the potential effects of a project on the environment, which is the focus of Hari-Hari's task.