TCM 121 TEST 2 UPDATED ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS
Question:
1. If specification notes the use of high strength bolts, in the field you would see ______ stamped on the
top of the bolt.
Answer:
325
Question:
2. The following QC checks are acceptable for the above noted bolts
Answer:
load indicating washers, turn-of-nut method, and torque testing
Question:
3. Cavity wall construction is used to:
Answer:
provide a water drainage system
Question:
4. Flashing is used to:
Answer:
keep water from entering
Question:
5. When a brick is laid with its face parallel to the wall (running position) it is called a:
Answer:
Stretcher
Question:
6. Thermal insulation used inside of the cells of CMU wall construction is
Answer:
Vermiculite, foam inserts
Question:
7. The CSI divisions that cover masonry is:
Answer:
division 4
Question:
8. The joint in between two wythes of brick is called a
Answer:
collar joint
, Question:
9. Nominal dimensions differ from actual dimension in that
Answer:
Nominal dimensions are expressed to the nearest, larger whole division of measurement
Question:
10. The bond pattern where all bricks are laid in a horizontal manner (the long way) is called a
Answer:
running bond
Question:
11. Mortar joints are tooled concave or into a vee to
Answer:
Create a resistive surface to moisture
Question:
12. All of the following are examples of CMU's EXCEPT:
a. Split face
b. Low-web bond beam
c. Open end
d. Frog
Answer:
d. Frog
Question:
13. Horizontal wire reinforcing found in mortar joints is termed
Answer:
joint reinforcement
Question:
14. A joint that is meant to place shrinkage cracks where you "want" them is termed
Answer:
control joint
Question:
15. A wide Flange beam with a designation of W12 x 36 means that
Answer:
The height or depth of the beam is 12" and it weighs 36 pounds per foot
Question:
16. T/F In a traditional common bond, the headers are located every 5 to 6 courses
Answer:
T
Question:
17. By the books classification, here in Springfield, the type of brick that would be used is
CORRECT ANSWERS
Question:
1. If specification notes the use of high strength bolts, in the field you would see ______ stamped on the
top of the bolt.
Answer:
325
Question:
2. The following QC checks are acceptable for the above noted bolts
Answer:
load indicating washers, turn-of-nut method, and torque testing
Question:
3. Cavity wall construction is used to:
Answer:
provide a water drainage system
Question:
4. Flashing is used to:
Answer:
keep water from entering
Question:
5. When a brick is laid with its face parallel to the wall (running position) it is called a:
Answer:
Stretcher
Question:
6. Thermal insulation used inside of the cells of CMU wall construction is
Answer:
Vermiculite, foam inserts
Question:
7. The CSI divisions that cover masonry is:
Answer:
division 4
Question:
8. The joint in between two wythes of brick is called a
Answer:
collar joint
, Question:
9. Nominal dimensions differ from actual dimension in that
Answer:
Nominal dimensions are expressed to the nearest, larger whole division of measurement
Question:
10. The bond pattern where all bricks are laid in a horizontal manner (the long way) is called a
Answer:
running bond
Question:
11. Mortar joints are tooled concave or into a vee to
Answer:
Create a resistive surface to moisture
Question:
12. All of the following are examples of CMU's EXCEPT:
a. Split face
b. Low-web bond beam
c. Open end
d. Frog
Answer:
d. Frog
Question:
13. Horizontal wire reinforcing found in mortar joints is termed
Answer:
joint reinforcement
Question:
14. A joint that is meant to place shrinkage cracks where you "want" them is termed
Answer:
control joint
Question:
15. A wide Flange beam with a designation of W12 x 36 means that
Answer:
The height or depth of the beam is 12" and it weighs 36 pounds per foot
Question:
16. T/F In a traditional common bond, the headers are located every 5 to 6 courses
Answer:
T
Question:
17. By the books classification, here in Springfield, the type of brick that would be used is
