History of Civil Engineering and Architecture
The appearance of objects that may be described in terms of hue, lightness, and saturation is called
What is color?
This architectural style originated in New England in the 17th century. Low, broad frame building; 1.5 story; steep, pitched roof with end gables; large central chimney very little ornamentation.
What is Cap Cod Style?
This is the design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest extent possible, without the need for adaptation or specialized design
What is Universal Design?
According to International Residential Code, this is space in a building for living, sleeping, eating, or cooking.
What is the Habitable Space?
The relative lightness or darkness of a color is called
What is value?
This architectural style typically consists of two-story construction. Minimal trim or detail. surrounded by covered porch.
What is Farmhouse Style?
This provides a level, stable surface to safely support a building
What is a foundation?
According to the "Universal Design" SWITCHES AND CONTROLS are located at what height from the ground
What is 44-48 inches?
The oldest branch of engineering is
What is civil engineering?
The principle of design referring to the way the elements are arranged to create a feeling of stability in a work- parts of equal visual weight.
What is balance?
This architectural style consists of wood and stone exterior, textured wall surfaces, decorative trim, and a small tower. It is popular across England.
What is Victorian Style?
Foundations must resist dead load, live load, and this load that includes: wind, seismic activity, and flood
What is lateral load?
According to the "Universal Design" interior HALLWAYS have a width of
What is 42 inches ?
This type of line represents action, activity, excitement, and movement
What is diagonal line?
This architectural style is single-story rambling layout. Low-pitched roof with large overhang.
What is Ranch Style?
This is a simple assembly of members forming a rigid framework of triangular shapes.
What is roof truss?
According to the "Universal Design" interior DOORWAYS have a width of
What is 36 inches?
The two-dimensional contour that characterizes an object or area is called
What is shape?
This architectural style originated in England in 1690, typically found in New England states. Main characteristics include timber framing, sloped gable roof, typically two stories in the front and one in the rear, and a central chimney.
What is Saltbox Style?
Foundations should be installed at a level that extends past the frost line to avoid this.
What is frost heaving?
According to the "Universal Design" PHONE JACKS AND ELECTRICAL OUTLETS have a minimum height of
What is 18 inches?