Lumber Sizing, Framing
Math (don't be afraid)
Roof and Dormers
Sustainability
Sketchup
100

The typical size of an exterior wall stud?

2"x6"

100

What is 2'-0" + 9'-1"

11'-1"

100

What is this?

A Dormer

100

A renewable energy resource?

Sun, Wind, Hydro

100

True or False - Sketchup is 3D modeling software

True

200
Standard thickness of an exterior wall?

6"

200

What is 4'-3" + 21'-10"

26'-1"

200

Architectural term for a roof overhang?

Eave


200

The best way to save energy in a building regarding lighting.

Window for natural daylight

200

Which command would you use to turn a 2D object in 3D?

Push/Pull

300

The actual size of 2"x6" lumber?

1.5"x5.5" or 1-1/2" x 5-1/2"

300

What is 5'-3" - 6'- 1"

10"

300

Architectural term for the peak of the roof?

Ridge


300

Multi-use building options, multiple transit options, local food/products, open space, shaded sidewalks

Characteristics of a sustainable/walkable community
300

Which command would you use to copy and object(s)

Move

400

The nominal size of 1-1/2" x 7-1/4" lumber?


400

What is dimension B?

15'-0"

400

One advantage of a dormer?

- Provides more liveable space in an attic,

- Provides more light and ventilation in the attic,

- If designed properly, can add character to your design

400

One way to reduce water for irrigation?

Use native plants or no plants.

400

Once in the move command, what do you push on the keyboard to copy an object(s)

Control key (CTRL)

500

Typical on center spacing for wall studs, floor joists, and roof rafters?

16" O.C.

500

How many feet and inches is 114"

9'-6"

500

What type/category of dormer this?

Walled Dormer

500

First rule of sustainable home design?

Build small

500

What is the main difference between a component and a group?

If you change one component, all of them will change.

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