CMP 305 Test 1 Study Guide
Questions and Answers
3 Examples of linear measurement Line level (stadia), Odometer, Pacing
How do you find distance using stadia hair? (Top stadia - bottom stadia) * 100
What are the different types of tapes? (3) Steel, fiberglass, fabric
What does EDMI stand for? Electronic Distance Measuring Instrument
What are some concerns to be considered before any construction has begun? (3) is this
the correct site, building facing the correct direction, is building perimeter properly staked?
What are some special requirements to keep in mind during site prep? (3) Historical sites,
trees, natural waterways
What are the two types of storm water run-off control? Retaining pond (Holds water until
it percolates through soil or evaporates), holding pond (collects water and slowly discharges it)
What are the methods determining soil to be removed? (2) Grid method, radial staking
How and why should the perimeter of a construction site be marked? Continuous flags or
barriers, for insurance purposes and to protect individuals working on site and those who may
wander
What are your options for fill material? (2) Use material on site, or haul material in
(engineer fill)
How do you establish building corners? (3) batter boards, gps, total station
What are the types of foundations? (2) Shallow, deep
Characterisitics of Shallow foundations (4) SOG (slab on grade), Proper soil compaction,
1-2 story building, not for heavy floor loads
Characteristics of deep foundations (3) Poor soil conditions, ground floor that floats free of
pier, used for larger structures (below ground space for parking, mechanicals, storage)
Site supervisor responsibilities (2) Did compaction take place, is the building laid out right
, What does USGS stand for? United States Geological Survey
What does MSL stand for? Median Sea Level
What parts make up a grid? Quadrangle, townships, sections, quarter sections
What is azimuth and how is it expressed? method of expressing direction during using
entire 360 degrees, expressed counter clockwise
What are the bearing rules? (3) N and S are considered to be 0 degrees, E and W are
considered to be 90 degrees, a bearing is always less than 90 degrees
What is the importance of aerial photos? (5) Previous construction site, access roads,
alternate entrances, storm water flow, site layout
How many feet are in 1 mile? 5,280 feet
How many acres are in 1 section? 640 acres
How many sq ft are in 1 acre? 43,560 sq ft
Four areas to consider when thinking about job site organization? Material handling, labor
productivity, equipment constraints, site constraints
True or false: you want to have your materials as far as possible from your craft so they don't
accidentally use incorrect materials? False, want material as close as possible for
efficiency
True or false: You want to store your materials on a remote spot on your job site? True
True or false: materials should be delivered as they are used? True
True or false: the most experienced craft should move materials to reduce damage to
materials? False, least expensive workers move materials
True or false: Materials should be delivered close to the point of use? True
True or false: You should always deliver your own materials to reduce high transportation
costs? False, always have delivery people haul materials because of liability
What could possibly cause equipment constraints on a site? (5) Power lines, trees, point of
delivery, traffic, building footprint
Questions and Answers
3 Examples of linear measurement Line level (stadia), Odometer, Pacing
How do you find distance using stadia hair? (Top stadia - bottom stadia) * 100
What are the different types of tapes? (3) Steel, fiberglass, fabric
What does EDMI stand for? Electronic Distance Measuring Instrument
What are some concerns to be considered before any construction has begun? (3) is this
the correct site, building facing the correct direction, is building perimeter properly staked?
What are some special requirements to keep in mind during site prep? (3) Historical sites,
trees, natural waterways
What are the two types of storm water run-off control? Retaining pond (Holds water until
it percolates through soil or evaporates), holding pond (collects water and slowly discharges it)
What are the methods determining soil to be removed? (2) Grid method, radial staking
How and why should the perimeter of a construction site be marked? Continuous flags or
barriers, for insurance purposes and to protect individuals working on site and those who may
wander
What are your options for fill material? (2) Use material on site, or haul material in
(engineer fill)
How do you establish building corners? (3) batter boards, gps, total station
What are the types of foundations? (2) Shallow, deep
Characterisitics of Shallow foundations (4) SOG (slab on grade), Proper soil compaction,
1-2 story building, not for heavy floor loads
Characteristics of deep foundations (3) Poor soil conditions, ground floor that floats free of
pier, used for larger structures (below ground space for parking, mechanicals, storage)
Site supervisor responsibilities (2) Did compaction take place, is the building laid out right
, What does USGS stand for? United States Geological Survey
What does MSL stand for? Median Sea Level
What parts make up a grid? Quadrangle, townships, sections, quarter sections
What is azimuth and how is it expressed? method of expressing direction during using
entire 360 degrees, expressed counter clockwise
What are the bearing rules? (3) N and S are considered to be 0 degrees, E and W are
considered to be 90 degrees, a bearing is always less than 90 degrees
What is the importance of aerial photos? (5) Previous construction site, access roads,
alternate entrances, storm water flow, site layout
How many feet are in 1 mile? 5,280 feet
How many acres are in 1 section? 640 acres
How many sq ft are in 1 acre? 43,560 sq ft
Four areas to consider when thinking about job site organization? Material handling, labor
productivity, equipment constraints, site constraints
True or false: you want to have your materials as far as possible from your craft so they don't
accidentally use incorrect materials? False, want material as close as possible for
efficiency
True or false: You want to store your materials on a remote spot on your job site? True
True or false: materials should be delivered as they are used? True
True or false: the most experienced craft should move materials to reduce damage to
materials? False, least expensive workers move materials
True or false: Materials should be delivered close to the point of use? True
True or false: You should always deliver your own materials to reduce high transportation
costs? False, always have delivery people haul materials because of liability
What could possibly cause equipment constraints on a site? (5) Power lines, trees, point of
delivery, traffic, building footprint
