ICC PRESTRESSED CONCRETE - CODES AND PLANS CERTIFICATION PREPARATION Latest Actual Exam with Verified Questions & Correct Answers

ICC PRESTRESSED CONCRETE - CODES AND PLANS CERTIFICATION
PREPARATION Latest Actual Exam with Verified Questions &
Correct Answers

Question 1.
Module 1. Prestressed concrete is:

Correct Answer: - The tensioning of steel-stranded cables prior to concrete
placement - The tensioning of steel-stranded cables after concrete has been
placed and hardened - Concrete that has received a tensile load prior to any
service loads


Question 2.
Module 1. The use of a prestressed concrete system will achieve the following:

Correct Answer: - Reduced thickness of concrete, less conventional reinforcing
steel and adequate crack control


Question 3.
Module 1. Once tensioned, the tensioning cables are held securely in a tensioned state by:

Correct Answer: Wedges that have been seated


Question 4.
Module 1. The end of a cable that terminates within a concrete slab, thus rendering it in
accessible from outside the concrete is known as:

Correct Answer: The dead end


Question 5.
Module 1. The presence of sheathing on a wire-stranded cable indicates that:

Correct Answer: It will be used in an unbonded system application


Question 6.
Module 1. The most common post-tension cable tendons in use today are made up of:

Correct Answer: 7 steel strands of wire wrapped together


Question 7.
Module 1. In an unbonded system, the force applied to the concrete after tensioning:

Correct Answer: Comes from the anchorage zone only

,Question 8.
Module 2. Post-tension manufacturing plants must be certified by:

Correct Answer: PTI Unbonded Plant Certification Program


Question 9.
Module 2. Prior to cutting the tendon tails after tensioning, the field records of stressing
activities must be forwarded to and approved by:

Correct Answer: The engineer of record


Question 10.
Module 2. In the event that a new set of stressing equipment is delivered to the project,
this equipment should contain __________ for review prior being used on-site:

Correct Answer: A current calibration chart relating gauge pressure to force
applied


Question 11.
Module 2. According to the Field
Procedures Manual for Unbond-
ed Single Strand Tendons, all of
the following items are neces-
sary for post-tension document
control except:
A) Concrete Strength Results
B) Shipping Lists
C) Material Certifications
D) Approved Installation Draw-
ings

Correct Answer: A) Concrete Strength Results


Question 12.
Module 2. When reporting
stressing results, the follow-
ing information is necessary to
record:
A) Jack and gauge serial number
B) Elongation measurements
and percentage deviation
C) Both A and B
D) Gauge Manufacturer
E) All three, A, B, and D

Correct Answer: C) Both A and B

, Question 13.
Module 2. When moving
post-tension cables across the
site, the use of _______ is permit-
ted.
A) Nylon slings, with unloading
as close as placement as possi-
ble
B) Smooth finished chains with
limited use
C) Epoxy coated high strength
wire with limited use
D) A large front loader exercising
caution

Correct Answer: Nylon slings, with unloading as close to the placement as
possible


Question 14.
Module 2. When storing post-tension cables, care must be taken to:

Correct Answer: Prevent the cables from being exposed to weather elements
and moisture


Question 15.
Module 2. During deliver, it is the ______________ responsibility to ensure the delivered
items match the shipping list.

Correct Answer: Buyer's


Question 16.
Module 2. According to the Field Procedures Manual for Unbonded Single Strand Tendons,
the follow documents must be kept on site:

Correct Answer: 1) Approved Installation Drawings 2) Shipping Lists 3) Material
Certifications 4) Jack Calibrations 5) Stressing Records


Question 17.
Module 2. Install drawings show: Plan views, elevation views, and details so the
subcontrac-

Correct Answer: tor and inspector can clearly see the tendon layout. This
includes tendon profiles, also known as drape.


Question 18.
Module 2. Drape