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ACCELERATION COST - ANSWERcost incurred by a contractor when the project is interfered with by the owner, in such a way, that the contractor must employ more manpower or work more hours in order to complete the project on time. If the contractor contributes to the cause of its own delays, accelerati...
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Add to cartACCELERATION COST - ANSWERcost incurred by a contractor when the project is interfered with by the owner, in such a way, that the contractor must employ more manpower or work more hours in order to complete the project on time. If the contractor contributes to the cause of its own delays, accelerati...
Outline the business relationships between the three principal parties that are involved in a landscape construction project (Their obligations) - ANSWER1. Owner/ client - initiate the project ; signs separate contracts for completion, & responsible for funding design & construction 2. Contracto...
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Add to cartOutline the business relationships between the three principal parties that are involved in a landscape construction project (Their obligations) - ANSWER1. Owner/ client - initiate the project ; signs separate contracts for completion, & responsible for funding design & construction 2. Contracto...
Accuracy - ANSWERthe closeness of observations, computations, or estimates to the true values or to values accepted as being true. Aerial - ANSWEROf, or pertaining to, or occuring in the air or atmopshere algorithm - ANSWERa statement of the steps to be followed in the solution of a problem; m...
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Add to cartAccuracy - ANSWERthe closeness of observations, computations, or estimates to the true values or to values accepted as being true. Aerial - ANSWEROf, or pertaining to, or occuring in the air or atmopshere algorithm - ANSWERa statement of the steps to be followed in the solution of a problem; m...
USGS 7.5-Minute Quadrangle Maps - ANSWERThe most convenient source for a paper base map in the U.S. with a scale of 1:24,000. Units should not be smaller than 10 acres. Koppen System - ANSWERA climate classification system that divides the World's terrestrial climates into 5 separate types, each...
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Add to cartUSGS 7.5-Minute Quadrangle Maps - ANSWERThe most convenient source for a paper base map in the U.S. with a scale of 1:24,000. Units should not be smaller than 10 acres. Koppen System - ANSWERA climate classification system that divides the World's terrestrial climates into 5 separate types, each...
These materials determine the compressive strength of concrete - ANSWERwater & cement Aggregate size in concrete should not exceed - ANSWER1/3 the depth of the slab Machine bolt assembly - ANSWERused to connect metal to metal Demo Plan must always include - ANSWER-Survey base w/ existing si...
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Add to cartThese materials determine the compressive strength of concrete - ANSWERwater & cement Aggregate size in concrete should not exceed - ANSWER1/3 the depth of the slab Machine bolt assembly - ANSWERused to connect metal to metal Demo Plan must always include - ANSWER-Survey base w/ existing si...
descriptive specifications - ANSWERdescribes thoroughly the manner, the materials, methods and workmanship used to construct a specific item. (tell them how to build it and with what specifically- places liability on the landscape architect) performance specifications - ANSWERrequires the contra...
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Add to cartdescriptive specifications - ANSWERdescribes thoroughly the manner, the materials, methods and workmanship used to construct a specific item. (tell them how to build it and with what specifically- places liability on the landscape architect) performance specifications - ANSWERrequires the contra...
misfeasance - ANSWERPreforming a legal action in an improper way malfeasance - ANSWERDoing of an act in an improper, wrongful, or unlawful manner. Public works always malfeasance. nonfeasance - ANSWERFailure to act when one should, a kind of tort malpractice - ANSWERA failure of a professio...
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Add to cartmisfeasance - ANSWERPreforming a legal action in an improper way malfeasance - ANSWERDoing of an act in an improper, wrongful, or unlawful manner. Public works always malfeasance. nonfeasance - ANSWERFailure to act when one should, a kind of tort malpractice - ANSWERA failure of a professio...
Planning solutions - ANSWERDefine the problem, keep in mind the requirements , analyze the land, understand the program, creating a logical solution, technical competence and functionality are most important Topography - ANSWERSlopes and elevations. Steep slopes - ANSWERGreater than 15%, signi...
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Add to cartPlanning solutions - ANSWERDefine the problem, keep in mind the requirements , analyze the land, understand the program, creating a logical solution, technical competence and functionality are most important Topography - ANSWERSlopes and elevations. Steep slopes - ANSWERGreater than 15%, signi...
General - ANSWERWhat type of specification instructs the contractor on where to deliver and store all of the materials on site? Certification of Occupancy - ANSWERIn order for a building to be occupied after construction the local building department must issue this certification writ of execu...
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Add to cartGeneral - ANSWERWhat type of specification instructs the contractor on where to deliver and store all of the materials on site? Certification of Occupancy - ANSWERIn order for a building to be occupied after construction the local building department must issue this certification writ of execu...
Slope generally considered to not be buildable - ANSWERSlope >15% HPS stands for - ANSWERHigh Point of Swale Hardscape slope min/max - ANSWER1-5% Softscape slope - ANSWER2% to maximum 3:1 General depth of swale - ANSWER1 foot Surface drainage formula - ANSWERQ=CIA Q:runoff in cubi...
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Add to cartSlope generally considered to not be buildable - ANSWERSlope >15% HPS stands for - ANSWERHigh Point of Swale Hardscape slope min/max - ANSWER1-5% Softscape slope - ANSWER2% to maximum 3:1 General depth of swale - ANSWER1 foot Surface drainage formula - ANSWERQ=CIA Q:runoff in cubi...
A site with land forms exhibiting high relief, elevation change and severe slope offers which design opportunity? A) direct sight lines B) enframed views C) symmetrical organization D) architectonic spaces - ANSWERB) enframed views Because of its vegetative characteristics, the forest/wet...
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Add to cartA site with land forms exhibiting high relief, elevation change and severe slope offers which design opportunity? A) direct sight lines B) enframed views C) symmetrical organization D) architectonic spaces - ANSWERB) enframed views Because of its vegetative characteristics, the forest/wet...
Addendum vs Bulletin vs Change Order - ANSWERAddenda are issued after a project goes to bid, but before bids are evaluated. Bulletins and change orders are issued during construction. A bulletin is a request for a change from the design/construction side. A change order is a change to th...
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Add to cartAddendum vs Bulletin vs Change Order - ANSWERAddenda are issued after a project goes to bid, but before bids are evaluated. Bulletins and change orders are issued during construction. A bulletin is a request for a change from the design/construction side. A change order is a change to th...
1.) During the course of construction, the landscape architect discovers an error in the construction that may cause a portion of the project used by the public to fail. The landscape architect informs the client, but the client refuses to allow corrections to be made. The landscape architect should...
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Add to cart1.) During the course of construction, the landscape architect discovers an error in the construction that may cause a portion of the project used by the public to fail. The landscape architect informs the client, but the client refuses to allow corrections to be made. The landscape architect should...
The process of beginning a project involves an introductory phase wherein the owner presents explicit descriptive specifications for the proposed undertaking. Rather than simply indicate interest without nuance, and to avoid issuing irresponsible considerations for multiple projects, a contractor is...
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Add to cartThe process of beginning a project involves an introductory phase wherein the owner presents explicit descriptive specifications for the proposed undertaking. Rather than simply indicate interest without nuance, and to avoid issuing irresponsible considerations for multiple projects, a contractor is...
Advantages of asphalt paving - ANSWERLow installation cost Low reflectivity Low maintenance cost Disadvantages of asphalt paving - ANSWERPropensity to erode at edges Susceptibility to frost damage Aggregate in concrete mix, diameter not to exceed: - ANSWER1/3 slab thickness Borrow Pit Me...
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Add to cartAdvantages of asphalt paving - ANSWERLow installation cost Low reflectivity Low maintenance cost Disadvantages of asphalt paving - ANSWERPropensity to erode at edges Susceptibility to frost damage Aggregate in concrete mix, diameter not to exceed: - ANSWER1/3 slab thickness Borrow Pit Me...
What are the 4 distortions commonly found in board lumber? - ANSWERCupping (along the width of the board), Bowing (along face), Crooks (along the edge) and twisting occur along the length. What does "bark side up" refer to when laying decking boards? - ANSWERLaying decking boards with growth ri...
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Add to cartWhat are the 4 distortions commonly found in board lumber? - ANSWERCupping (along the width of the board), Bowing (along face), Crooks (along the edge) and twisting occur along the length. What does "bark side up" refer to when laying decking boards? - ANSWERLaying decking boards with growth ri...
Wheelchair Side Reach - ANSWER4' max Wheelchair Front Reach - ANSWER4'-6" max Wheelchair Table Top - ANSWER2'-6" min Wheelchair Table Reach - ANSWER2'-1" max Max. Ramp runs before a landing - ANSWER30' for ramps 1:12 - 1:16 40' for ramps 1:16 - 1:20 Accessible Parking Dims -...
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Add to cartWheelchair Side Reach - ANSWER4' max Wheelchair Front Reach - ANSWER4'-6" max Wheelchair Table Top - ANSWER2'-6" min Wheelchair Table Reach - ANSWER2'-1" max Max. Ramp runs before a landing - ANSWER30' for ramps 1:12 - 1:16 40' for ramps 1:16 - 1:20 Accessible Parking Dims -...
elements of design - ANSWER-line -shape -texture: fine or coarse -value: how dark or light something looks -color(hue) -space principles of design - ANSWER-balance -proportion -rhythm -emphasis -unity balance - ANSWERthe concept of visual equilibrium, symmetrical balance often involv...
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Add to cartelements of design - ANSWER-line -shape -texture: fine or coarse -value: how dark or light something looks -color(hue) -space principles of design - ANSWER-balance -proportion -rhythm -emphasis -unity balance - ANSWERthe concept of visual equilibrium, symmetrical balance often involv...
Addendum vs Bulletin vs Change Order - ANSWERAddenda are issued after a project goes to bid, but before bids are evaluated. Bulletins and change orders are issued during construction. A bulletin is a request for a change from the design/construction side. A change order is a change to th...
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Add to cartAddendum vs Bulletin vs Change Order - ANSWERAddenda are issued after a project goes to bid, but before bids are evaluated. Bulletins and change orders are issued during construction. A bulletin is a request for a change from the design/construction side. A change order is a change to th...
A "Purchase of Development Rights" is typically used to: a. Encourage agricultural, open space, or environmental uses on a site that might otherwise be developed b. Transfer development rights from one property to another to encourage open space conservation c. Increase development density on...
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Add to cartA "Purchase of Development Rights" is typically used to: a. Encourage agricultural, open space, or environmental uses on a site that might otherwise be developed b. Transfer development rights from one property to another to encourage open space conservation c. Increase development density on...
Abstract diagrams during the design process - ANSWERAttention can be focused on general issues and relationships Where would you design egg crate effect with freestanding walls? - ANSWERbest in hot, arid climates. Where would you use a 3' high jet in a 10' x 10' fountain? - ANSWERAs a focal...
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Add to cartAbstract diagrams during the design process - ANSWERAttention can be focused on general issues and relationships Where would you design egg crate effect with freestanding walls? - ANSWERbest in hot, arid climates. Where would you use a 3' high jet in a 10' x 10' fountain? - ANSWERAs a focal...
OSHA - ANSWEROccupational Safety & Health Administration ERISA - ANSWEREmployee Retirement Income Security Act ADA - ANSWERThe American with Disabilities Act EEOC - ANSWEREqual Employment Opportunity Commission ADEA - ANSWERAge Discrimination in Employment Act NEPA - ANSWERNational En...
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Add to cartOSHA - ANSWEROccupational Safety & Health Administration ERISA - ANSWEREmployee Retirement Income Security Act ADA - ANSWERThe American with Disabilities Act EEOC - ANSWEREqual Employment Opportunity Commission ADEA - ANSWERAge Discrimination in Employment Act NEPA - ANSWERNational En...
Aggradation - ANSWERThe progressive accumulation of sediment along or within a stream. Results in elevation change. Alkaline Soils - ANSWERlow conc of H+, high pH, found in areas rich in calcium carbonate. (Basic soils) Bearing Capacity - ANSWERA measure of the load/unit area that a material c...
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Add to cartAggradation - ANSWERThe progressive accumulation of sediment along or within a stream. Results in elevation change. Alkaline Soils - ANSWERlow conc of H+, high pH, found in areas rich in calcium carbonate. (Basic soils) Bearing Capacity - ANSWERA measure of the load/unit area that a material c...
spatial enclosure - ANSWERdesign gesture that will result in the most comfortable human environment TOD development distance - ANSWERAccording to TOD principles, developments should be located no more than 1/4 mi from a transit hub sports field proper alignment - ANSWERnorth-south axis (only b...
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Add to cartspatial enclosure - ANSWERdesign gesture that will result in the most comfortable human environment TOD development distance - ANSWERAccording to TOD principles, developments should be located no more than 1/4 mi from a transit hub sports field proper alignment - ANSWERnorth-south axis (only b...
Carriage Bolt - ANSWERbolt with nut and washer. Requires a square hole in a metal plate to keep the head from turning. Round head is snag free with clean appearance. A fastener with smooth exposed end of bolt. Used in security fixtures, furnitures, and joining wood to wood. Eye Bolt - ANSWERBol...
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Add to cartCarriage Bolt - ANSWERbolt with nut and washer. Requires a square hole in a metal plate to keep the head from turning. Round head is snag free with clean appearance. A fastener with smooth exposed end of bolt. Used in security fixtures, furnitures, and joining wood to wood. Eye Bolt - ANSWERBol...
Zoning - ANSWERZoning regulations provide a prescription for how development is to be done in a community. The general conditions of development are described in terms of what development is encouraged and where in the community it will be. Zoning regulations address three sets of issues w/in each z...
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Add to cartZoning - ANSWERZoning regulations provide a prescription for how development is to be done in a community. The general conditions of development are described in terms of what development is encouraged and where in the community it will be. Zoning regulations address three sets of issues w/in each z...
Granular Soils - ANSWERparticle size ranges from .003" - .08" (sand) and .08" - 1" (gravel) -known for their water-draining properties -obtain maximum density in either a fully dry or saturated state Hydrologic Soil Group A - ANSWERsand, loamy sand or sandy loam types of soil --low runoff...
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Add to cartGranular Soils - ANSWERparticle size ranges from .003" - .08" (sand) and .08" - 1" (gravel) -known for their water-draining properties -obtain maximum density in either a fully dry or saturated state Hydrologic Soil Group A - ANSWERsand, loamy sand or sandy loam types of soil --low runoff...
Federal and State Regulations -ANSWER Establish standards or administrative rules that are implemented at the state and local levels. The National Environmental Policy Act (1969) -ANSWER The first in a series of major federal legislation with broad influences on land use in the United States. In ...
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Add to cartFederal and State Regulations -ANSWER Establish standards or administrative rules that are implemented at the state and local levels. The National Environmental Policy Act (1969) -ANSWER The first in a series of major federal legislation with broad influences on land use in the United States. In ...
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