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100

This agency is responsible for overseeing and updating changes to the International Building Code.

What is the International Code Council
100

The 2024 Ohio Building Code is based on what Model Code and version?

What is 2021 International Building Code?

100

What standard governs the design and installation of automatic sprinkler systems?

What is NFPA 13

100

What is the minimum width and height required for an egress door allowed by code?

What is 3' width and 6'8" height

(clear width 32")

100

What are 4 common modes of obtaining work by an architectural firm?

What is Request for Proposal, Request for Qualification, Interview, Competition, Legacy?

200

When is the Model Code enforceable by law?

What is when it is adopted by the state

200

What is the maximum vertical rise allowed for a ramp between landings and what is the maximum slope allowed for a ramp not to exceed?

2 answers.

What is 30" or 8 degrees.

200

What 3 materials are considered noncombustible?

1. Masonry

2. Concrete

3. Metal/Steel

200

Standpipe types are classified as either wet or dry and automatic or manual. When would a dry standpipe be used and why?

What is...

When: In cold climates

Why: If you used a wet standpipe, the water would freeze and the pipe will burst

200

The sequence of activities that determines the least amount of time in which a project can be completed is called ______. 

What is Critical Path?

300

The common-path-of egress is what portion of the exit-access travel distance?

What is any portion of any access travel distance from the most remote point to two or multiple access doors.

300

What type of bond assures full payment to suppliers and subcontractors?

What is Payment Bond?

300

List 3 systems that comprise a Fire Protection System.

What is...

1. Detection System

2. Alarm System

3. Fire Extinguishing/Sprinkler System

300

What type of bond assures completion of the construction?

What is Performance Bond?

300

What is the certificate of occupancy?

What is an approved certificate from AHJ given to the client in order for the client to inhabit a completed project.

400

True or False:

On most projects there is typically a contract between the architect and contractor.

What is False.

400

Systems not on the critical path have more flexibility in their scheduling, called _____, and delays (within limits) in their execution will not necessarily affect the overall project schedule.

What is floats.

400

Who determines the Occupancy Classification?

What is the owner/client.

400

True or False:

A door swings in the direction of travel when serving a room having an occupant load of 50 or more in a typical occupancy.

What is True.

400

What is the difference between a Code and a Standard?

What is...

Code: what you must do

Standard: How it should be done

500

List in order the 5 phases a project typically goes through from start to competition. Provide full names, no abbreviations.

What is...

1. Pre-Design

2. Schematic Design

3. Design Development

4. Construction Documents

5. Construction Administration

500

What is the minimum depth allowed for a stair tread, and minimum and maximum height for a stair riser?

What is...

a. 11"

b. 4"-7"

500
What is the #1 priority for all licensed architects when it comes to the public?

What is the health, safety, and wellbeing of the public.

500

When there is a conflict between the local zoning ordinance and building code, typically which one should be followed?

What is the more restrictive one.

500

Who handles Construction Specifications?

What is the architect/designer.