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Worksheets1/22/25 Mod 1 Future in Construction
Total questions: 45
Worksheet time: 23mins
What does the term "Craft/trade" refer to?
A specific type of construction material
A general term referring to one of the many construction specialties
A type of construction equipment
A construction project plan
Who are "Craft professionals"?
Individuals who manage construction projects
Trained and skilled individuals who design and build things
Workers who only perform manual labor
Inspectors who ensure safety standards are met
What does "Infrastructure" include?
Only transportation systems
Only electrical systems
Transportation, water, electrical, and telecommunications systems
Only water systems
What is the mission of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)?
To design construction projects
To establish and enforce safe working conditions for the US workforce
To provide construction materials
To train craft professionals
What is the practice of minimizing negative impacts to Earth’s climate and natural environment called?
Green construction
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Computer-aided design (CAD)
Sustainability
Which term refers to construction practices that involve the creation of structures that adhere to sustainability principles?
Sustainability
Green construction
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Computer-aided design (CAD)
What does Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) refer to?
Equipment or clothing designed to prevent or reduce injuries
The practice of minimizing negative impacts to Earth’s climate
Construction practices that adhere to sustainability principles
The use of computers to digitally sketch construction designs
What is the use of computers to digitally sketch construction designs called?
Sustainability
Green construction
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Computer-aided design (CAD)
What does Building Information Modeling (BIM) involve?
Creating a physical model of a building
Reading computer files containing building data to create a virtual picture of a facility before it is built
Using augmented reality to visualize construction
Designing buildings using traditional blueprints
What is one of the benefits of using Building Information Modeling (BIM)?
It allows builders to adjust the plans prior to beginning actual construction
It provides a physical model of a construction site
It uses traditional blueprints for construction
It eliminates the need for any construction plans
What does Virtual Reality (VR) provide in the context of construction?
A physical model of a construction site
A 3D model of a construction site that allows users to immerse themselves into the virtual space
A 2D blueprint of a construction site
A holographic image of a construction site
Which of the following is a benefit of using Virtual Reality (VR) in construction?
It allows users to directly immerse themselves into the virtual space
It eliminates the need for any construction plans
It provides a physical model of a construction site
It uses traditional blueprints for construction
What is construction described as in the learning material?
An art and a science
A hobby
A simple task
A temporary job
What is the construction market doing according to the learning material?
Declining
Steadily growing
Remaining the same
Shrinking
What is the demand for skilled craft professionals in the construction market?
Decreasing
Steadily growing
Unchanged
Fluctuating
What percentage of the construction industry is made up of women?
5%
10%
15%
20%
How much do women in the construction industry earn for every dollar a man earns?
81 cents
90 cents
99 cents
100 cents
Which of the following is NOT an example of technology used in construction?
Computers
Mobile apps
IoT devices
Typewriters
What is the construction industry doing to address environmental concerns?
Ignoring sustainability issues.
Leading the charge on sustainability.
Increasing negative impacts on the Earth.
Avoiding any changes to current practices.
Where is the Great Pyramid of Giza located?
China
Peru
Egypt
India
Machu Picchu is located in which country?
Brazil
Mexico
Peru
Argentina
Which of the following iconic structures is located in France?
Empire State Building
Burj Khalifa
Eiffel Tower
Sydney Opera House
The Empire State Building is located in which country?
France
USA
UAE
Australia
What does Computer-aided design (CAD) replace in the design process?
Hand-drawn designs
Virtual reality simulations
Building information modeling
Personal protective equipment
What is the purpose of personal protective equipment (PPE) in construction?
To make job sites safer
To speed up construction
To reduce construction costs
To improve design accuracy
All of these are examples of technology used in construction except _______.
robots
drones
IoT devices
tasers
One reason for the anticipated shortage of craft professionals is the _____.
lack of teachers willing to train younger students
low growth rates projected for construction
forecasted low salaries in construction
continued emphasis on attending college
Drones are used on construction sites to _____.
survey construction and monitor hazards
deliver important messages to craft professionals
track workers and monitor their hours
ensure construction is built to code
An example of essential services that a craft professional may provide is _____.
rebuilding a storage shed
installing heated floors
fixing a garage door
restoring electricity
A key advantage of pursuing a construction career rather than a job that requires a four-year degree is _____.
lower-interest school loans
fewer skills are required for construction
the option to get a debt-free education
the guarantee of a higher paying job
Along with refining craft skills, another way to increase the odds for career advancement is to _____.
get additional certifications
work for multiple contractors
become friends with management
get more expertise from the internet
In most states, electricians must also have a(n) _____.
apprenticeship
bachelor's degree
electrical license
tax ID
According to recent survey results, electricians make an average annual salary of approximately _____.
$32,000
$45,000
$67,000
$87,000
What geographical areas offer crane operators the best opportunity for work?
coastal
mountainous
suburbs
metropolitan
The MINIMUM prerequisite for entering into a construction craft training program is a _____.
business certificate or tax return
civil engineering degree
high school diploma or equivalent
government issued ID or driver's license
An example of an important but non-technical skill taught in a CTE course includes _____.
driving
tool operation
load calculation
communication
CTE programs are typically taught at _____.
colleges and universities
high schools and technical education centers
grade school
private schools
The MINIMUM number of on-the-job learning hours required per year for an apprenticeship is _____.
1,000
1,500
2,000
2,500
Collaborating with colleges to use their teaching staff and classroom facilities help contractors _____.
fulfill the apprenticeship's knowledge-based component
reduce the hands-on experience required for an apprenticeship
reduce the total classroom time it takes to earn an apprenticeship
ensure all of the classroom training is performed by industry experts
The international standard used for certifying environmentally sound buildings is known as ____.
LEED
OSHA
BIM
NCCER
The fact that craft professionals restore essential services and structures following disasters is one reason they can be classified as ____.
EMT's
first responders
public servants
OSHAworkers
In addition to possessing specific craft skills, what other traits are essential for construction professionals to advance in their careers?
Being friends with the contractor
Having good math and drafting skills
Expertise and decision-making skills
Willingness to travel and work off the clock
The construction of single-family homes falls under the construction sector called ____.
small structure
Infrastructure
industrial
residential
The construction role that is sometimes referred to as the foreman is also called the _____.
site supervisor
crew leader
project manager
contractor
The construction career that typically requires a four-year college degree is a9n0 ___.
Project manager
finish carpenter
underwater welder
limited-energy integrator
