| What is the design process of buildings (8 steps) | Concept design -> Preliminary design and drawings -> Client and statutory approvals -> Technical drawings -> Tender documents -> Appointment of contractors -> Construction -> completion |
| Explain the concept of sustainable buildings | -High performance
-High efficiency of water, energy-use
-Reduce waste, pollution and environmental degradation
-Protect occupant health, improve human productivity
-Reduce overall impact on the environment |
| What are the 5 key factors of the traditional design process | -Development is a linear process
-Isolated project disciplines
-Infrequent involvement of stakeholders
-Preliminary planning
-High risk |
| What are the 5 key factors of the Integrated design process | -Developement is an interative process
=Integrated project disciplines
-Continuous involvement of stakeholders
-Accurate planning
-Reduced risk |
| What are some sustainable building materials | rubber, bamboo, clay, timber |
| What is warmcell insulation? | Insulation made of natural cellulose fibre base (recycled newspaper that has been shredded, milled and mixed with mineral additives) that is installed between battens, roofs for a warm loft space. |
| What are 6 concrete frame structures? | Columns, beams, slabs, Foundations, shear walls, Elelevator shaft |
| What are the steps for project development | -Realizing the need
-Determining technical and financial feasibility
-Preparing detail plans, specification, cost estimates
-Obtaining approval |
| What are the steps in construction contracting process | -Bid requirement
-Bid preparation
-Bid submission
-Contract award
-Contract administration |
