Takeoff Units
Doors are commonly measured in what unit?
LF, SF, SY, EA, LB, Tons, CFM, LS
EA
What color does fire sprinkler piping need to be?
Red
Name 3 things in an office that require power.
Lights
TVs
Receptacles/outlets
Motorized shades
Electronic lock doors
Who would manage the spendings on a job?
Procurement Agent, Estimator, Superintendent, Field Engineer, Business Development, Costs, VDC (virtual design & construction), Scheduler
Costs
Name 2 Architectural Trades
Drywall
Millwork
Metal / Glass
Tile
Carpet
Hollow Metal and Hardware
Concrete / Masonry
Wall Base is commonly measured in what unit?
LF, SF, SY, EA, LB, Tons, CFM, LS
LF
What system feeds vs leaves a hot water heater?
ie: cold water enters a toilet, sanitary leaves the toilet
cold water feeds, hot water leaves
What is the liquid that runs through an Air Conditioner that cools the air called?
Refrigerant
Who would create a 3D model of a contruction space?
Procurement Agent, Estimator, Superintendent, Field Engineer, Business Development, Costs, VDC (virtual design & construction), Scheduler
VDC
What does RCP stand for?
Hint: it shows ceilings & P stands for plan
Reflected Ceiling Plan
Tile Flooring is commonly measured in what unit?
LF, SF, SY, EA, LB, Tons, CFM, LS
SF
What unit rate would you want to know about a water heater?
MPH, RPM, GPH, CFM, Hz
GPH (gallons per hour)
What does a GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) do? (Almost all outlets in a bathroom have these)
Monitors electricty flow and shuts of power immediately if there are any leaks / abnormalities
Who is responsible for maintaining client relationships?
Procurement Agent, Estimator, Superintendent, Field Engineer, Business Development, Costs, VDC (virtual design & construction), Scheduler
Business Development
Name two finishes you might find in an office/conference room but you would probably not find in a bathroom
Carpet
Fabric wall paneling
Window shades
Office front system
Carpet is commonly measured in what unit?
LF, SF, SY, EA, LB, Tons, CFM, LS
SY
What is a common plumbing equipment that you will see installed in the floor of a wet room or a roof?
Drain
What does the V in HVAC stand for?
H - Heating
AC - Air conditioning
Ventilating
Who would do takeoffs of total piping required on the job?
Procurement Agent, Estimator, Superintendent, Field Engineer, Business Development, Costs, VDC (virtual design & construction), Scheduler
Estimator
Name 3 restroom accessories you would find in a bathroom.
ie: toilet paper dispenser
Grab bars
Soap dispenser
Paper towel dispenser
Toilet seat cover dispenser
Ductwork is commonly measured in what unit?
LF, SF, SY, EA, LBs, Tons, CFM, LS
LBs
Name 3 types of piping / systems that a sink would required.
For example, vent which balances the air pressure "allows the systems to breathe"
Cold Water
Hot Water
Sanitary
What does a VAV (variable air volume) do?
Hint: They are install in ductwork where air flows through
Controls volume of air passing through it
Who manages subcontractors in the field?
Procurement Agent, Estimator, Superintendent, Field Engineer, Business Development, Costs, VDC (virtual design & construction), Scheduler
Superintendent
Name 4 types of flooring
Tile
Carpet
VCT
Rubber flooring
Polished concrete
Turf
Wood
Terrazzo