Framing Structures Review

The term framing is used to describe the basic structural members, or components, of any type of structure or the process of assembling these components.

• True

• False

A(n) ​​ (a)   is a stress or weight that is supported by a structure or member.

• load
• force

• pressure

• tension

The weight supported by a structure does not need to be considered during the design phase because it only relates to the appearance of a building.

• True

• False

Brick can be more expensive than siding but it provides a long service life and is commonly used for siding on houses.

• True

• False

The stress caused by or the weight of everything placed on, in, or temporarily attached to a structure, is referred to as a(n) (a)   .

• environmental load

• static load

• dead load
• live load

Label each of the following as a dead load, an environmental load or a live load:

Groups:

(a) Dead Load

,

(b) Environmental Load

,

(c) Live Load

• boards

• furniture

• siding

• earthquake

• people

• pets

• rain

• shingles

• wind

• snow

The weight of people and animals need not be considered in building design because the weight is mobile.

• True

• False

List examples of varied information that CAD users can include in a building design.

Blueprints are two-dimensional plans that provide all for a building.

• dimensions

• measurements

• construction details

Identify three factors that are used to determine the selection of building materials for a construction project.

• Cost, durability, and availability

• Color, texture, and brand

• Location, design, and aesthetics

• Size, shape, and weight