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WorksheetsGA Vocab ver.2
Total questions: 35
Worksheet time: 18mins
What is the definition of 'Aesthetics'?
Pleasing in appearance.
Relating to mathematics.
A type of musical instrument.
A form of government.
What term is defined as 'Process that produces plans in order for resources are converted into products or systems that meet human needs and wants, or solve problems.'?
Design
Analysis
Distribution
Maintenance
What is the definition of 'Designers'?
A person who designs any of a variety of things.
A person who only builds houses.
A person who only paints pictures.
A person who only writes books.
What term is defined as 'A systematic, problem-solving strategy that designers follow to come up with a solution to a problem.'?
Design Process
Blueprinting
Reverse Engineering
Trial and Error
What is defined as 'The factors that define a product and take into account the aesthetics and function of the product. (line, color, light, shadow, space, texture)'?
Design Elements
Product Materials
Manufacturing Processes
Ergonomic Factors
What is defined as 'The feel, appearance, or consistency of a surface, substance, or fabric.'?
Texture
Color
Shape
Pattern
What is defined as 'By using various combinations of light & shadow, you can create a sense of depth.'?
Light and Shadow
Perspective Drawing
Color Theory
Texture Rendering
What is defined as 'By incorporating the use of space in your design, you can enlarge or reduce the visual space.'?
Space
Texture
Color
Line
Fill in the blank: ______ can be straight, curved, horizontal, vertical, or diagonal. Produces a sense of movement.
Line
Shape
Color
Texture
Fill in the blank: ______ is the 2-dimensional outline of an object; ______ are 3-dimensional versions of the shape.
Shape; Forms
Line; Volumes
Edge; Solids
Sketch; Objects
Fill in the blank: ______ provides definition, interest, variety, and attracts attention.
Color
Shape
Texture
Line
What is the term for the following definition? The art, science or practice of designing and building structures, especially habitable ones.
Architecture
Biology
Sculpture
Astronomy
What is the term for the following definition? Based in feet and inches, use fractions to represent partial inches. Example 4'-5 ½"
Architectural units
Metric units
Decimal units
Engineering units
What is the term for the following definition? Divide inches by 12. Example 4'-5 ½" = 4 ft + 5.5/12 = 4.4583 decimal feet
Decimal Feet
Square Feet
Linear Inches
Cubic Yards
What is the term for the following definition? The space of a two-dimensional surface or region measured in squared units.
Area
Volume
Perimeter
Diameter
What is the definition of 'Architect'?
A person who designs buildings and advises in their construction.
A person who repairs vehicles.
A person who teaches students in a school.
A person who treats sick animals.
Which term is defined as 'Exterior and interior walls, doors, windows, patios, walks, decks, fireplaces, stairs, mechanical equipment, built-in cabinets, and appliances. Shows the exact location of these and drawn to scale.'?
Floor plan
Elevation
Section
Site plan
What is the definition of 'Dimensions'?
A measure in one direction.
A type of geometric shape.
A unit of temperature.
A method of calculation.
Which term is defined as 'The border or outer boundary of a two-dimensional figure.'?
Perimeter
Area
Volume
Diameter
What is the definition of 'Scale Drawing'?
A drawing that shows a real object with accurate sizes except they have all been reduced or enlarged by a certain amount (called the scale).
A drawing that uses only abstract shapes and colors to represent objects.
A drawing that is always the same size as the real object it represents.
A drawing that does not require any measurements or proportions.
What is the definition of 'Architectural Scale'?
A specialized ruler designed for drafting and measuring architectural drawings to the appropriate scale.
A device used to measure temperature in buildings.
A tool for mixing architectural paints.
A software used for 3D modeling of buildings.
What is the term for the following definition? The process of building a structure that can be used for many functions.
Construction
Demolition
Excavation
Decoration
What is the term for the following definition? The process of building a structure that serves as a dwelling or a home in which a person lives.
Residential Construction
Commercial Renovation
Industrial Fabrication
Bridge Engineering
What is the term for the following definition? Something that is fixed or attached (as to a building) as a permanent appendage or as a structural part i.e., a plumbing fixture.
Fixture
Conduit
Partition
Joist
What is the term for the following definition? The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System is a certification program that provides guidelines for developing sustainable buildings.
LEED
ISO 9001
Six Sigma
BREEAM
What is the term for the following definition? Capable of being maintained at a steady level without exhausting natural resources or causing severe ecological damage.
Sustainable
Disposable
Depletable
Temporary
What is the term for the following definition? A measure of the amount of carbon dioxide produced by a person, organization, or location at a given time.
Carbon Footprint
Greenhouse Effect
Ozone Layer
Global Warming
What is the term for the following definition? A measurement of the pollutants in the air; a description of healthiness and safety of the atmosphere.
Air Quality (AQI)
Greenhouse Effect
Ozone Layer
Carbon Footprint
What is the term for the following definition? The vertical framing member in frame wall construction.
Stud
Joist
Beam
Rafter
Fill in the blank: The structural floor joined to the joists; supports the finish flooring is called the ________.
subfloor
header
beam
stud
Fill in the blank: A wall that carries a load other than its own weight, for example, the weight of the roof, is called a ________ wall.
load bearing
partition
curtain
non-load bearing
Fill in the blank: An assembly of structural members joined to form a rigid framework, usually connected to form triangles, is called a ________.
roof truss
beam
column
girder
Fill in the blank: A horizontal structural member located on top of the studs used to hold the wall together is called the ________.
top plate
sole plate
joist
beam
What is the definition of R-Value?
Resistance to heat flow.
Ability to conduct electricity.
Measurement of sound absorption.
Capacity to store water.
What is the definition of U-Value?
Measure of the flow of heat through a material given a difference in temperature on either side.
A measure of the electrical resistance of a material.
The amount of light reflected by a surface.
A unit used to measure sound intensity.
