Question 1

____, such as those used to show bending information for all reinforcing bars used in the job, are an important part of the drawings used in poured-in-place concrete drawings.
A) Specification details
B) Schedules
C) Provisional outlines
D) Fabrication requirements

Accepted Answer

Schedules are used to show bending information for all reinforcing bars used in the job.

Question 2

One type of freestanding, self-supporting wall designed to hold back earth, water, or other material, ____ are very heavy, poured-in-place concrete walls usually restricted to applications requiring less than six feet of height.
A) security walls
B) shear walls
C) cantilever walls
D) gravity walls

Accepted Answer

Gravity walls are designed to resist the pressure of the retained material by their own weight and are commonly used where the height of the wall is low. They are usually made of heavy materials like concrete and are poured in place. Security walls are designed for safety and protection, shear walls resist lateral forces, and cantilever walls are supported at only one end and require a counterbalance to hold back material.

Question 3

Briefly describe the three steps involved with poured-in-place concrete construction.

Accepted Answer

Poured-in-place concrete construction involves the following: 
1. Building forms in place at the jobsite 
2. Placing steel reinforcing bars into the forms 
3. Pouring concrete into the forms around the reinforcing bars

Question 4

One type of column used in poured-in-place concrete construction is a ____. These columns are reinforced with long, straight reinforcing bars surrounded by spiral wire or reinforcing bars.
A) tied column
B) spiral column
C) spliced column
D) rectangular column

Accepted Answer

Spiral columns, as described in the question, are reinforced with long, straight reinforcing bars surrounded by spiral wire or reinforcing bars. Tied columns, on the other hand, are reinforced with vertical bars tied together with horizontal bars, while spliced columns are made up of two or more concrete sections spliced together. Rectangular columns also do not fit the description mentioned in the question. Thus, the best choice is B - spiral column.

Question 5

In what types of applications are cantilever walls more appropriate than other types of walls?

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) standard sheet layout ____.
A) specifies the information that must be included on poured-in-place concrete drawings
B) specifies the size of sheet that must be used for poured-in-place concrete drawings
C) dictates the scale that must be used for all poured-in-place concrete drawings
D) is followed by many companies but can be modified to accommodate individual company preferences

Accepted Answer

The answer of The American Concrete Institute (ACI) standard sheet...

Question 7

Poured-in-place concrete differs from ____ that is poured into forms at a manufacturing plant and then shipped to the jobsite and erected in piece.
A) precast concrete
B) molded concrete
C) ready-made concrete
D) prefabricated concrete

Accepted Answer

Poured-in-place concrete is poured and molded on the job site, while precast concrete is poured into pre-made forms at a manufacturing plant and then transported to the job site. Therefore, the correct answer is precast concrete, which is also known as prefabricated concrete. Choices B and C are not commonly used terms for describing concrete, and choice D is not specific enough to differentiate between precast and poured-in-place concrete.

Question 8

Prepared from engineering drawings and sketches and specifications provided by engineers, ____ contain: plan views, sections and/or details, schedules, bending details, and notes.
A) working drawings
B) concrete structure drawings
C) wall-column drawings
D) placing drawings

Accepted Answer

Placing drawings are detailed drawings used in construction to show the specific placement of materials, such as rebar in concrete structures, and include plan views, sections, details, schedules, bending details, and notes.

Question 9

One type of column used in poured-in-place concrete construction is a ____. These columns are reinforced with long, straight reinforcing bars tied off with wire ties or smaller, bent reinforcing bars.
A) tied column
B) spiral column
C) spliced column
D) rectangular column

Accepted Answer

Tied columns are reinforced with long, straight bars and additional wire ties or smaller bars that are bent to hold the main reinforcement in place, which matches the description given.

Question 10

As a typical example of a bar mark number assigned to a reinforcing bar shown on poured-in-place concrete drawings, 4A1 indicates ____.
A) a quantity of 4, bar type A, and length 1, where 1 is matched to the general legend for the drawings
B) a number 4 bar, type A, and quantity of 1 for this bar needed in the job
C) a number 4 bar, type A, and it is the first length of bar used in the job
D) the code for a particular bar type that is specified in the general legend for the drawings

Accepted Answer

The notation "4A1" typically indicates a number 4 bar, type A, and it is the first length of bar used in the job.

Question 11

A ____ is a freestanding, self-supporting wall designed to hold back earth, water, or other material.
A) security wall
B) shear wall
C) tilt-up wall
D) retaining wall

Accepted Answer

A retaining wall is specifically designed to hold back or retain soil, water, or other materials. A security wall is designed to provide protection or prevent unauthorized access, a shear wall is used to resist lateral forces such as wind or earthquake loads, and a tilt-up wall is a type of concrete wall construction method.

Question 12

____ prepare engineering drawings of column layouts and wall systems from sketches and specifications supplied by structural engineers or architects.
A) CAD technicians
B) CAD managers
C) Junior architects
D) Drafting clerks

Accepted Answer

CAD technicians are responsible for preparing engineering drawings using CAD software, based on sketches and specifications provided by structural engineers or architects. Drafting clerks may also perform similar tasks, but CAD technicians typically have more specialized training in the use of CAD software. CAD managers are responsible for overseeing the work of CAD technicians, while junior architects may be involved in the design of column layouts and wall systems but are not typically responsible for preparing engineering drawings.

Question 13

Used within poured-in-place concrete structures, common applications of ____ are to provide security from fire, break-ins, or noise.
A) security walls
B) shear walls
C) tilt-up walls
D) retaining walls

Accepted Answer

Security walls are specifically designed to provide security from fire, break-ins, or noise, making them suitable for use within poured-in-place concrete structures for these purposes.

Question 14

____ are used for fabricating the structural members for a job and ordering the materials necessary to do a job.
A) Shop drawings
B) Placing drawings
C) Engineer's sketches
D) Engineering drawings

Accepted Answer

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Question 15

One of the two types of poured-in-place concrete drawings, ____ show the general layout of the structure, size and spacing of structural components (foundations, walls, beams, columns, etc.), and various notes containing information helpful to the reader in understanding the drawings.
A) shop drawings
B) placing drawings
C) engineer's sketches
D) engineering drawings

Accepted Answer

Engineering drawings provide detailed information about the layout, size, and spacing of structural components, which is essential for understanding the construction of poured-in-place concrete structures.

Question 16

One of the two types of poured-in-place concrete drawings, ____ are more detailed, showing the actual size, shape, and locations of all reinforcing bars in a structural member and how the bars are to be placed into the forms.
A) shop drawings
B) placing drawings
C) engineer's sketches
D) engineering drawings

Accepted Answer

Placing drawings are the type of poured-in-place concrete drawings that show the detailed size, shape, and locations of reinforcing bars in a structural member, as well as how they are to be placed in the forms. Shop drawings are typically used for prefabricated components, while engineer's sketches and engineering drawings may show the overall design but may not have as much detail on the placement of reinforcing bars.

Question 17

The first drawing in a set of poured-in-place concrete plans is the____.
A) foundation plan
B) footing plan
C) base plan
D) structure plan

Accepted Answer

The foundation plan is typically the first drawing in a set of poured-in-place concrete plans as it shows the size, shape, and location of the concrete foundation that supports the entire structure. It serves as the base for all subsequent drawings in the set. The other options (B, C, and D) are also important plans in a set of poured-in-place concrete plans, but they come after the foundation plan.

Question 18

____ are used on poured-in-place concrete drawings as a part of a numbering system that relates the component number and indicates where the component fits into the overall job.
A) Mark numbers
B) Stock numbers
C) Legend numbers
D) Product ID numbers

Accepted Answer

Mark numbers are commonly used in construction drawings to identify components and their placement within the larger project. This helps with organization, communication, and ensuring accuracy during installation. Stock numbers, legend numbers, and product ID numbers may also be used in construction documents, but they are not specifically related to poured-in-place concrete drawings or the numbering system used in that context.

Question 19

Used within poured-in-place concrete structures, ____ are used to brace tall structures against lateral loading from wind and swaying motions.
A) security walls
B) shear walls
C) tilt-up walls
D) retaining walls

Accepted Answer

Shear walls are designed to resist lateral loads and provide structural stability in tall buildings. They are made of reinforced concrete and provide strength and stiffness to the structure against wind and earthquake forces. Security, tilt-up, and retaining walls are not typically used for this purpose.

Question 20

Commonly used as exterior walls of a structure, ____ are poured into forms that have been built at the jobsite, but they are not in place.
A) security walls
B) shear walls
C) tilt-up walls
D) retaining walls

Accepted Answer

Tilt-up walls are poured into forms at the jobsite, but are not placed in their final location until they have cured. This makes them a common choice for exterior walls of buildings. Security walls, shear walls, and retaining walls can also be used for exterior walls, but they are not typically poured on site like tilt-up walls.

Quiz 2: Structural Poured-In-Place Concrete

____, such as those used to show bending information for all reinforcing bars used in the job, are an important part of the drawings used in poured-in-place concrete drawings.

One type of freestanding, self-supporting wall designed to hold back earth, water, or other material, ____ are very heavy, poured-in-place concrete walls usually restricted to applications requiring less than six feet of height.

Briefly describe the three steps involved with poured-in-place concrete construction.

One type of column used in poured-in-place concrete construction is a ____. These columns are reinforced with long, straight reinforcing bars surrounded by spiral wire or reinforcing bars.

In what types of applications are cantilever walls more appropriate than other types of walls?

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) standard sheet layout ____.

Poured-in-place concrete differs from ____ that is poured into forms at a manufacturing plant and then shipped to the jobsite and erected in piece.

Prepared from engineering drawings and sketches and specifications provided by engineers, ____ contain: plan views, sections and/or details, schedules, bending details, and notes.

One type of column used in poured-in-place concrete construction is a ____. These columns are reinforced with long, straight reinforcing bars tied off with wire ties or smaller, bent reinforcing bars.

As a typical example of a bar mark number assigned to a reinforcing bar shown on poured-in-place concrete drawings, 4A1 indicates ____.

A ____ is a freestanding, self-supporting wall designed to hold back earth, water, or other material.

____ prepare engineering drawings of column layouts and wall systems from sketches and specifications supplied by structural engineers or architects.

Used within poured-in-place concrete structures, common applications of ____ are to provide security from fire, break-ins, or noise.

____ are used for fabricating the structural members for a job and ordering the materials necessary to do a job.

One of the two types of poured-in-place concrete drawings, ____ show the general layout of the structure, size and spacing of structural components (foundations, walls, beams, columns, etc.) , and various notes containing information helpful to the reader in understanding the drawings.

One of the two types of poured-in-place concrete drawings, ____ are more detailed, showing the actual size, shape, and locations of all reinforcing bars in a structural member and how the bars are to be placed into the forms.

The first drawing in a set of poured-in-place concrete plans is the____.

____ are used on poured-in-place concrete drawings as a part of a numbering system that relates the component number and indicates where the component fits into the overall job.

Used within poured-in-place concrete structures, ____ are used to brace tall structures against lateral loading from wind and swaying motions.

Commonly used as exterior walls of a structure, ____ are poured into forms that have been built at the jobsite, but they are not in place.