COSC 275 EXAM 2 PALMER QUESTIONS & ANSWERS SCORED A+ TO PASS!!

Girder - Answer-A large principal beam of steel, reinforced concrete, wood, or a combination of these, used to support other structural members at isolated points along its length Anchor Bolt - Answer-A threaded bolt, usually embeded in a foundation, for sealing a sill, framework, or machinery Beam - Answer-A structural member that primarily resists loads applied laterally to the axis Column - Answer-A long, relatively slender, supporting pillar. A column is usually loaded axially in compression Curtain Wall - Answer-the exterior closure or skin of a building. A _____ is non-bearing and is non-supported by beams or girders Dampproofing - Answer-an application of water-resisting treatment or material to the surface of a concrete or masonry wall to prevent passage or absorption of water or moisture. can also use a concrete admixture to achieve this. Envelop - Answer-The elements of a building that enclose conditioned areas and through which thermal energy may be transfered to or from the outside environment Air Barrier - Answer-A component of the envelop system that prohibits air leakage into a building and reduces the risk of condensation build up. House wrap and fluid applied barriers are examples. Girder - Answer-A large principal beam of steel, reinforced concrete, wood, or a combination of these, used to support other structural members at isolated points along its length Flashing - Answer-A thin, impervious sheet of material places in construction to prevent water penetration or to direct the flow of water.Geometric Formula: Circle - Answer-Circumference =2r*pi Area = pi*r^2 Geometric Formula: Triangle - Answer-Area: B*1/2H Girder - Answer-A large principal beam of steel, reinforced concrete, wood, or a combination of these, used to support other structural members at isolated points along its length Joist - Answer-Parallel beams of lumber, concrete, or steel used to support floor and ceiling systems. Lintel - Answer-A horizontal supporting member, installed above an opening such as a window or a door that serves to carry the weight of the wall above it. Load-bearing wall - Answer-A wall specifically designed and built to support and imposed load in addition to its own weight. Masterformat 2004: 00 - Answer-Procurement and Contracting Requirements Masterformat 2004: 01 - Answer-General Requirements Masterformat 2004: 02 - Answer-Existing Conditions Masterformat 2004:03 - Answer-Concrete Masterformat 2004: 04 - Answer-Masonry Masterformat 2004: 05 - Answer-Metals Masterformat 2004: 06 - Answer-Wood, Plastics, and Composites Masterformat 2004: 07 - Answer-Thermal and Moisture Composites Masterformat 2004: 08 - Answer-Openings Masterformat 2004: 09 - Answer-Finishes Masterformat 2004: 10 - Answer-Specialties Masterformat 2004: 11 - Answer-Equipment