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WorksheetsCEA Act. 3.1.2 through 3.1.4
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Building codes serve the important purpose of
increasing contractor profits.
making buildings more sustainable.
making buildings safer in case of fire.
making projects less costly.
Which is the most common form of land use regulation?
Building Code
Storm Water Management Plan
Landscaping Plan
Zoning Plan
The International Building Code classifies buildings in what ways?
Location
Owner
Builder
Occupancy
Type
The IBC requires Types I and II construction consist of
non-combustible materials.
concrete load bearing walls.
steel load bearing walls.
sustainable materials.
Which Type construction can use any material allowed by code?
I
II
III
IV
V
Choose all the items below giving advantages of green roofs.
Reduce stormwater runoff
Cool urban heat islands
Lower construction costs
Reduce roof maintenance needed
Aesthetically pleasing
Choose the least expensive low-slope roof covering.
Asphalt Shingles
Built Up Roof
Single Membrane, EPDM
Spray Polyethelene Foam, SPF
Choose all the advantages of concrete listed below.
Good insulator
Very strong in compression
Very strong in tension
Fire-proof
Durable
What advantage does CMU wall construction have over other wall types?
Less expensive and requires less skilled labor
More aesthetically pleasing and stronger
More sustainable
Higher insulating value
What major advantage do glass curtain walls have over other commercial wall types?
Durability
Aesthetic appeal
Strength
Low cost
