Structural Steel Construction Random
Assessment Test 2025
A(n) _____ is the space between the centers of adjacent columns along exterior walls. - ANSWER Bay
The weight of a beam specified as W12 x 14 is _____ lb/ft. - ANSWER 14 lb/ft.
The most common welding process used in structural steel construction is _____ welding. - ANSWER
Shielded metal arc
A structural steel joist is a lightweight beam spaced less than _____' OC from adjacent joist. - ANSWER 4'
The most common type of steel used for structural steel construction is classified as _____. - ANSWER
A36
The nominal web depth of a column specified as W5 x 19 x 8'-0" is _____". - ANSWER 5"
The general classifications of structural steel construction methods include _____. - ANSWER Beam and
column; wall bearing & long span
The chord diameter of an open web steel joist specified as 16K5 is _____". - ANSWER 3/4"
Wire ropes, guy wires, and turnbuckles are used during structural steel erection for _____. - ANSWER
Temporary bracing
A flat piece of steel that is 1/2" thick is referred to as ____ steel. - ANSWER Plate
Prefinished metal wall panels are attached to girts using _____. - ANSWER Self-tapping screws
The nominal depth of an open web steel joist specified on an erection plan as 18LH05 is _____". -
ANSWER 18"
A(n) _____ is a type of purlin used as a horizontal stiffener between columns around the perimeter of a
building. - ANSWER Girt
_____ is temporary shoring used to support work under construction. - ANSWER False work
_____ is the process of unloading steel members in a planned manner to minimize the moving of pieces
during erection. - ANSWER Shaking out
_____ construction consists of large girders and trusses constructed of large horizontal steel members
that are fastened together to span large areas. - ANSWER Long span
, A(n) _____ steel joist is a structural steel member constructed with steel angles and bars that are used
as chords with steel angles or bars extending between the chords at an angle. - ANSWER open web
Common steel trusses include _____. - ANSWER Bowstring
_____ construction is a structural steel construction method consisting of bays of framed structural steel
that are repeated to create large structures. - ANSWER Beam and column
A structural steel construction method that combines a variety of prefabricated steel components
including beams, columns, and trusses is _____ construction. - ANSWER pre-engineered metal building
APPROPRIATENESS - ANSWER Arrangement of spaces, spans, access, and traffic flow must complement
the intended use. The structure should fit its environment and be aesthetically pleasing
ECONOMY - ANSWER Overall cost should not exceed the budget Teamwork/coordination during
planning & design stages will lead to overall economy.
STRUCTURAL ADEQUACY - ANSWER Must be strong enough to safely support all anticipated loadings
Must not deflect, tilt, vibrate, or crack in a manner that impairs its usefulness
MAINTABILITY - ANSWER Should be designed to require a minimum of maintenance. To be able to be
maintained in a simple fashion.
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN - ANSWER - functional, aesthetics - National/Local Regulations (building codes,
ordinances, environmental issues) - Land Use Plan/Zoning Regulations - Fire Safety
STRCUTURAL/ CIVIL/ GEOTECHNICAL - ANSWER - stability, serviceability - National/Local Regulations
(building/ structural codes, ordinances, environmental issues) - Loadings: Gravity, Lateral - Structural
Systems/Materials
ELECTRICAL/ MECHANICAL - ANSWER - functional, serviceability - National/Local Regulations (building
codes, ordinances, environmental issues)- Fire Suppression & Protection, Safety - Lighting Systems - -
Mechanical requirements: HVAC, Water Supply
Assessment Test 2025
A(n) _____ is the space between the centers of adjacent columns along exterior walls. - ANSWER Bay
The weight of a beam specified as W12 x 14 is _____ lb/ft. - ANSWER 14 lb/ft.
The most common welding process used in structural steel construction is _____ welding. - ANSWER
Shielded metal arc
A structural steel joist is a lightweight beam spaced less than _____' OC from adjacent joist. - ANSWER 4'
The most common type of steel used for structural steel construction is classified as _____. - ANSWER
A36
The nominal web depth of a column specified as W5 x 19 x 8'-0" is _____". - ANSWER 5"
The general classifications of structural steel construction methods include _____. - ANSWER Beam and
column; wall bearing & long span
The chord diameter of an open web steel joist specified as 16K5 is _____". - ANSWER 3/4"
Wire ropes, guy wires, and turnbuckles are used during structural steel erection for _____. - ANSWER
Temporary bracing
A flat piece of steel that is 1/2" thick is referred to as ____ steel. - ANSWER Plate
Prefinished metal wall panels are attached to girts using _____. - ANSWER Self-tapping screws
The nominal depth of an open web steel joist specified on an erection plan as 18LH05 is _____". -
ANSWER 18"
A(n) _____ is a type of purlin used as a horizontal stiffener between columns around the perimeter of a
building. - ANSWER Girt
_____ is temporary shoring used to support work under construction. - ANSWER False work
_____ is the process of unloading steel members in a planned manner to minimize the moving of pieces
during erection. - ANSWER Shaking out
_____ construction consists of large girders and trusses constructed of large horizontal steel members
that are fastened together to span large areas. - ANSWER Long span
, A(n) _____ steel joist is a structural steel member constructed with steel angles and bars that are used
as chords with steel angles or bars extending between the chords at an angle. - ANSWER open web
Common steel trusses include _____. - ANSWER Bowstring
_____ construction is a structural steel construction method consisting of bays of framed structural steel
that are repeated to create large structures. - ANSWER Beam and column
A structural steel construction method that combines a variety of prefabricated steel components
including beams, columns, and trusses is _____ construction. - ANSWER pre-engineered metal building
APPROPRIATENESS - ANSWER Arrangement of spaces, spans, access, and traffic flow must complement
the intended use. The structure should fit its environment and be aesthetically pleasing
ECONOMY - ANSWER Overall cost should not exceed the budget Teamwork/coordination during
planning & design stages will lead to overall economy.
STRUCTURAL ADEQUACY - ANSWER Must be strong enough to safely support all anticipated loadings
Must not deflect, tilt, vibrate, or crack in a manner that impairs its usefulness
MAINTABILITY - ANSWER Should be designed to require a minimum of maintenance. To be able to be
maintained in a simple fashion.
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN - ANSWER - functional, aesthetics - National/Local Regulations (building codes,
ordinances, environmental issues) - Land Use Plan/Zoning Regulations - Fire Safety
STRCUTURAL/ CIVIL/ GEOTECHNICAL - ANSWER - stability, serviceability - National/Local Regulations
(building/ structural codes, ordinances, environmental issues) - Loadings: Gravity, Lateral - Structural
Systems/Materials
ELECTRICAL/ MECHANICAL - ANSWER - functional, serviceability - National/Local Regulations (building
codes, ordinances, environmental issues)- Fire Suppression & Protection, Safety - Lighting Systems - -
Mechanical requirements: HVAC, Water Supply
