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1 The third phase of an architect's regular services. Contract documents phase2 Project financing falls under what kind of service of the architect. Pre-design services3 Comprehensive planning falls under what service of the architect. Specialized allied services4 The fee of the architect for design-build services on a guaranteed maximum cost aside

10%from his fee for regular design services.

5 What percentage of an architect's work is liability under the civil code. 10%6 For interior design services, the architect shall be paid what percentage of the fee upon

50%submission of the final design.

7 When the owner fails to implement the plans and documents for construction as 85%

prepared by the architect, the architect is entitled to receive what percentage of his fee.8 The minimum fee per appearance of an architect when rendering service as an expert

PHP 500.00witness shall be.

9 The minimum basic fee for specialized decorative building. 12%10 The minimum basic fee for industrial buildings with a project cost below 50 million pesos. 6%11 The minimum basic fee for hospitals with a project cost below 50 million pesos. 8%12 In design-build services, the single-point-responsibility of project delivery puts the legal

Architectliability for both the design and construction on the.

13 The release of 10% retention by the owner shall be done after how many months from3 months

the date of final payment.14 Printed documents stipulating the procedural and administrative aspect of the contract. General conditions15 An outline specification enumerating the type and trade names of materials to be used. Schedule of material and finishes16 A price given by a contractor, sub-contractor, material supplier or vendor to furnish

Quotationmaterials, labor or both.

17 A statement from the architect confirming the amount of money due the contractor forCertificate of payment

work accomplished.18 A bond furnished by the contractor and his surety as a guarantee to execute the work in

Performance bondaccordance with the terms of the contract.

19 An offer to perform the work prescribed in a contract at a specified cost. Bid20 The fee of the architect for design-build services by administration. 7%21 A stipulation of the use of specific products or processes without provision for substitution. Closed specification22 A list of instructions stipulating the manner on which bids are to be prepared. Instruction to bidders23 The performance and Payment Bonds shall be released by the owner after the expiration

2 monthsof how many months from the final acceptance of the work.

24 The Guarantee Bond is released how many months after the date of final payment. 12 months / 1 yr25 How many days shall the Building Official issue a certificate of occupancy after final

30 daysinspection of the project.

26 A statute specifying the period of time within which legal action must be brought for Statute of Limitation

alleged damage or injury.27 A bond, the form or content of which is prescribed by statute. Statutory Bond28 A rule that certain kinds of contracts are enforceable unless signed and in writing or

Statute of Fraudsunless there is a written memorandum of their terms signed by the party to be charged.

29 A contract transferring the right of possession of buildings, property, etc., for a fixedLease

period of time, usually for periodical compensation called 'rent'.30 A tenure by lease; real estate held under a lease. Leasehold31 The person receiving a possessory interest in buildings, property, etc., by lease. Lessee32 The person granting a possessory interest in buildings, property, etc., by lease. Lessor33 Range of the multiplier for Multiple of Direct Personnel Expense. 2-2.534

This type of compensation is only applied to non-creative work.Multiple of Direct

Personnel Expenses35 Supervision Work is a non-creative work, true or false. 136 A world-wide used method of compensation for architectural services. Percentage of Construction Cost37 This method of compensation is applied only to pre-design services, supervision work, Multiple of Direct

and other works which the Architect may perform other than the regular and specialized Personnelallied services. Expenses

38 This type of compensation is similar to the concept being charged by realtors, Percentage of Construction Cost

developers, and lawyers.39 For reimbursable expenses, how many kilometers from the Architect's office shall a work

50 kms.be located to allow reimbursable expenses.

40 This method of compensation is frequently used where there is continuing relationshipProfessional Fee Plus Expenses

on a series of projects.41 The full-time construction inspector shall be under the technical control and supervision

Architectof the ___.

42 Submission of shop drawings shall be accompanied by a ___ in duplicate. Letter of transmittal43 How many sets of shop drawings for approval shall the contractor submit to the Architect? 344 Who shall have the responsibility of securing, but not liable for non-issuance, of the final

Contractoroccupancy permit.

45 True or false, can the owner relegate to the contractor the responsibility of establishing1the lot lines, boundary lines, easements, and benchmarks provided that the owner pays

the contractor for such works?46 Who shall have the responsibility for establishing lot lines, boundary lines, easements,

Ownerand benchmarks?

47 Who shall pay for the services of a licensed surveyor for confirmation and certification of Contractorthe location of column centers, piers, walls, pits, trenches, pipe work, culvert work, utility

lines, and other similar works required by the contract.48 Professional Fee for the Architect as a full-time supervisor. 1-1.5%49 Professional fee for the Construction Manager. 1.5-3%50

Four types of Contracts for construction management

Firm Fixed PriceFixed Price Incentive

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51 Under PD 1096, what should be the proportion of sidewalk width to that of the road right- (1/6)

of-way?52 At what interest rate per month should a client pay the architect should the former fail to

2%pay the latter beyond 30 days from receipt of billing?

53 What code holds the architect responsible for the building/structure he designed for aCivil Code

certain period of time.54 What type of compensation is applied to cases where the architect's personal time is

Per Diem+Reimb. Expensesrequired, such as conferences, joint venture activities, etc.?

55 What type of bond guarantees payment on all obligations arising from the contract? Payment Bond56 What type of compensation is applied to most of Gov't projects and entails more paper

Lump Sum / Fixed Feeworks and is advantageous to both client and architect.

57 Professional Fee for the Project Manager. 2-5%58 If the Project Manager is hired by the owner, who shall have the responsibility of hiring

Project Managerthe Construction Manager?

59 True or false, based on the Civil Code, the Project Manager has no legal responsibility1

insofar as design and construction is concerned.60 His primary responsibility is the exercise of overall cost control which relieves the owner

Project Managerof many of the anxieties that usually beset , particularly those concerned with forecasting cost and completion dates.

61 In the architect's code of ethics, to whom does the architect has responsibility to seekPublic / People

opportunities for constructive service in civic and urban affairs?62 What PD created the PRC which regulates the practice of various professionals. PD 22363 Architect XYZ uses paid advertisements without sanction by professional consensus and

People / Publicyears of experience. His action is unethical with respect to his relation to whom?

64 Additional information on contract documents issued to bidders before date of bidding. Bid Bulletin65 The offer of a bidder to perform the work described by the contract documents when made

Proposalout and submitted on the prescribed proposal form, properly signed and sealed.

66 The cashier's check or surety bond accompanying the proposal submitted by the bidder,Proposal Bondas a guarantee that the bidder will enter into a contract with the owner for the construction

of the work, if the contract is awarded to him.67 Instructions which may be issued prior to the bidding to supplement and/or modify

Special Provisionsdrawings, specifications, and/or general conditions of the contract.

68 Written or printed description of work to be done describing qualities of material and modeSpecifications

of construction.69 Means information, advice or notification pertinent to the project delivered in person or

Written Noticesent by registered mail to the individual, firm or corporation at the last known businessaddress of such individual, firm or corporation.

70 Includes labor or materials or both as equipment, transportation, or other facilitiesWork

necessary to commence and complete the construction called for in the contract.71 Means to build-in, mount in position, connect or apply any object specified ready for the

Installintended use.

72 Means to purchase and/or fabricate and deliver to jobsite. Furnish73 Means to furnish and install. Provide74 No further retention shall be made on the balance of the contract when how many percent

50%of the contract has been completed?

75 No payment shall be made on contracts in excess of how many percent of the contract65%

price.76 The guarantee bond is equal to how many percent of the contract price? 30%77 How many percent of the architect's fee is payable to the architect upon completion of the

30%preparation of the schematic design phase and up to final design development phase?

78 Standard factor computed for changes and/or revisions made on completed contracts. 2.579 Approximately, how many square meters of office space for the architect is built by the

12 sqm.contractor as temporary facilities for the project.

80 All trees and other plants that need to be transplanted elsewhere within ___ meters50 / Contractor

shall be done by the ___ at his own expense.81 If there is a variance/discrepancy between the drawings and specifications, what shall

Specificationsbe followed?

82 How many days prior to bidding shall the contractor seek the architect's 15 Days

clarification as to the particular areas of work which requires evaluation of the architect?83 How many days upon written notice can a contractor terminate a contract with a valid

15 Daysreason?

84 Suspension of work for ___ days by order of any court or other public authority through90 Days

no act or fault of the contractor gives the him the right to terminate contract.85 True or false, the contractor can terminate contract if the owner should fail to pay the

False (30 days)contractor any sum within 15 days after its award by arbitration

86 True or false, the contractor can terminate contract if the owner should fail to act uponFalse (15 days)

any request for payment within 30 days after its certification by the architect.87 Who declares bankruptcy as a valid reason for the termination of a contract? Contractor 88 True or false, upon termination of contract and upon the decision of the architect that

1materials and equipment left by the contractor which do not belong to him can be usedand rent of such shall be borne by the failing contractor.

89 True or false, in case of suspension of work, all unpaid work executed including expenses1

incurred during suspension shall be evaluated by the architect and charged to the owner.90 True or false, the owner has no right to claim liquidated damages if he takes over the

0work from the contractor for failure to complete the project.

91 How many days prior to canceling an insurance be given to the owner stipulating the10 days

intention to cancel?92 How many percent of the contract amount is the Performance Bond? 15%93 How many percent of the contract amount is the Payment Bond? 15%


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94 A contract provision setting forth the damages a party must pay in the event of his breach. Penalty Clause95 Basic Fee for Physical Planning Type 1 or site such as industrial estates, commercial

5,000 for First 50 Hectarescenters, sports complex, resorts, etc.

96 Predecessor of PD 1096 R.A. 645197 What presidential decree institutionalized the profession of environmental planning? PD 130898 It is a right enforceable against specific property to secure payment of an obligation. Liens99 Minimum basic fee for simple projects. 6%

100 Minimum basic fee for alterations/renovations. 50%101 When the architect is engaged to render opinion or advise, clarification or explanation

200 / hron technical matters pertaining to his profession, the minimum basic fee shall be ___.

102 When rendering service as an expert witness, the architect is compensated ___/ hr. 500103 Minimum basic fee for Group 5 Projects (monumental). 12%104 What is Group 6 Project classification? Repetitive Construction105

Minimum Basic fee for housing projects.10% of 1st unit

60% 2nd-10th Unit30% 11th and above

106 Under what classification of Project does Hospitals and Medical Buildings fall? Group 3 (Exceptional Character)107 Under what classification of Project does Stadium fall? Group 3 (Exceptional Character)108 Minimum Per diem paid to the architect if work is beyond 50 kms. From office. PHP 750.00109 On the remaining 15% work fee of the architect, where does the 5% go. Construction Phase Service110 Repairs and corrective works at the expense of the contractor should be done within how

5 daysmany days after written notice by owner?

111 Failure on the part of the contractor to remove condemned work shall give the owner right 10 daysto remove said work at contractor's exepense and contractor shall pay the owner the

expenses incurred within how many days from removal by the owner of said work?112 Contract time reckoning shall commence on the ___ from receipt of ___. 7th day / Notice to Proceed113 An area of a city where municipal buildings are grouped. Civic Center114 Any article of property not consisting of or affixed to land plus any interest in land that is

Chattelless than a freehold.

115 No person who is not a citizen of the Philippines may take the board exams or practiceReciprocity

the profession unless the country of his relation allows the same ___. FIRE CODE OF THE PHILIPPINESset offs explosives BLASTING AGENTexplosive compound produced by the reaction of nitric acid w/ cellulose material CELLULOSE NITRATEplastic substance having cellulose nitrate as base PYROXYLINflash point above 37.8 C or 100 F COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDliquid causes fire when contact with organic matter CORROSIVE LIQUIDproduces a rapid drop of temperature in immediate surroundings CRYOGENICin air duct system; device to restrict the passage of smoke or fire DAMPERfirst raising the temperature to separate the more volatile from the less DISTILLATIONextremely hot luminous bridge of an electric current ELECTRIC ARCa hot piece or lump after a material is burned EMBERactive principle of burning FIREminimum temperature at which materials give off vapor to form ignitable mixture with air FLASH POINTa piece of metal is heated prior to changing its shapes or dimensions FORGINGstable explosive compounds which explodes by percussion FULMINATEa rocket or liquid propellant when fuels and oxiders combined HYPERGOLIC FUELmaterials that readily yields oxygen in quantities sufficient to support combustion OXIDIZING MATERIALdescriptive of any substance that ignites spontaneously when exposed to air PYROPHORICimpurities or deleterious material remove from a mixture to produce pure element REFININGmelting or fusing of metallic ores to separate impurities from pure metals SMELTING R.A. 545 AGREEMENT

CONTRACT DOCUMENTSGENERAL CONDITIONSSPECIAL PROVISIONSSPECIFICATIONSDRAWINGS full time construction inspector PROJECT REP.offer of the bidder to perform the work PROPOSALcashier's check or surety bond with proposal submitted by the bidder

PROPOSAL BOND (5%)that he will enter in the contract with the ownerapproved form of the contractor and his surety to execute the work PERFORMANCE BOND (15%)approved form of the contractor and his surety to pay all obligations PAYMENT BONDguarantee to the quality of materials and equipment installed GUARANTEE BONDcontract between the owner and the contractor; including all supplemental

AGREEMENTagreements thereto and all general and special provisionsinvitaton issued to prospective bidders, giving information to the project INVITATION TO BIDadditional information on contract documents BID BULLETINlist of instructions stipulating the manner on how bids are to be prepared

INSTRUCTION TO BIDDERSand conditions for the award of contractgraphical representation of the work involved in the project DRAWINGSprinted materials stipulating the procedural and adminitrative aspects of contract GENERAL CONDITIONSinstruction which may be issued prior to the bidding to supplement and or

SPECIAL PROVISIONSmodify drawings, specifications and general conditionswritten or printed description of work to be done describing the qualities of

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additional information which may be issued as an additon or ammendmentSUPPLEMENTARY SPECS.to the provisions of specifications

outline specification enumerating the type or trade names of materials SCHED. OF MATERIALS to be used AND FINISHESlisting of the different parts of the work indicating in each part the corresponding value in materials and labor; including allowance forprofit and overheadinformation advice or notification pertinent to the project delivered. WRITTEN NOTICEearthquake, flood, typhoon, catalysmic phenomena of nature ACT OF GOD OR FORCE MAJEUREduration of time allowed by the contractor for the completion of the project TIME LIMITSlabor or materials or both as well as equipment, transportation or other facilities WORKpurchase or fabricate FURNISHbuild in, mount in position, connect or apply any object specified ready for

INSTALLthe intended usedfurnish and install PROVIDE B.P. 344 (ECONOMIC SOCIALIZED HOUSING) BASIC NEEDS OF HUMAN SETTLEMENT WATER MOVEMENT AND CIRCULATION STORM AND DRAINAGE SOLID AND LIQUID WASTE DISPOSAL POWER PARK/PLAYGROUND SUITABILITY OF SITE PHYSICAL SUITABILITY SLOPE AVAILABILITY OF BASIC NEEDS CONFORMITY WITH ZONING ORDINANCES or LAND USE PLAN

REQUIRED AREA OF DENSITY HECTARES1% 1501.50% 151-2252.00% 225 ABOVE

REQUIRED AREA FOR PARKS HECTARES3.50% 150 BELOW7% 151-2259% ABOVE 225

PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS ON CIRCULATION LAYOUT hierarchy of road natural topography consideration for acess and safety no. of lots to lessen area for roads no duplication of street signs no sidewalk when there is open canal

OPEN SPACE REQUIREMENTS interior lot 50%inside lot 20%corner/through lots 10%3 sides public open space 5%

FIREWALL 0.30 m extension from roofno openingsone hour fire-resistant

minimum open space requirement from density 60-100 30%minimum size of pocket parks 100 sqmpotable water supply per capita per day 43 li.if independent from the developer 75 lifar away from pollution or source of contamination 25 mts.difference between developed and undeveloped area on circulation TYPE OF PAVEMENTnot necessary in suitability of site of economic socialized housing SLOPEminimum lot area- single detached 72 sqmminimum lot area- semi detached corner lot 54 sqmminimum lot area- semi detached rowhouse 36 sqmminimum lot frontage- single detached 8 mminimum lot frontage- semi detached corner lot 6 mminimum lot frontage- semi detached rowhouse 3.5 mmaximum block length 250 mprovide an alley 250 up to 400 mmaximum block length provided by an alley 150 mmaximum block length provided by pathwalk 100 mheight limitation 2 STOREYminimum horiizontal dimension of courts 2.00 mminimum size of passageway or street 1.20 m

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floor area requirement for single family dwelling unit 20 sqmminimum ceiling heights 2.00 mminimum ceiling heights of mezzanine 1.80 mmezzanine shall not cover the floor area in % 50%minimum door clear height 2.00 mminimum door clear height for mezzanine and bathroom 1.80 mopening of main door .80 mservice door/bedroom .70 mbathroom .60 mwindow opening and floor area 10 % openingwindow opening and floor area of bathroom 1 over 20stairway clear width .60 mmaximum riser height .25 mminimum tread width .20 mheadroom clearances 2.00 mmaximum height between landings 3.60 mmaximum number of risers w/o handrail 4 stepshandrail measurement .80 m - 1.20 mminimum clearance of handrail to wall 38 mmminimum tread of winding stair from 300 mm side 150 mmmaximim variation in tread and risers 5 mmmaximim distance between landings required of ladder 1.80 melectrical requirements 1 light and 1 conv. outlet2 units abut each other is re required of 4" thk fireblocknon residential shall not exceed from residential 25%minimum distance between two dwelling units 4.00 mminimum distance of roof eaves between two dwelling units 1.5minimum distance between two dwelling units (3-4 storeys) 6.00 mminimum roof eaves distance of two dwelling units (3-4 storeys) 2.00 mminimum distance between two dwelling units (more than 4 storeys) 10.00 mminimum horizontal distance of two dwelling units (more than 4 storeys) 6.00 mminimum roof eaves distance of two dwelling units (more than 4 storeys) 1.00 mminimum parking requirement 1 for every 20 unitsminimum floor area for multi family dwellin units 36.00 sqmexit width w/ occupant load of 50 or less .80 mfor every additional occupant load of 25 plus .15 mmaximum exit of travel 45.00 mmaximum exit of travel if there is fire extinguisher 60.00 mmaximum dead end corridors 12 mmaximum corridor of an interior corridor 25%maximum allowable slope ramps with 300mm changes in elevation 15%clear width of stair w/ 2 or more living units .90 mmaximum landing width; equal to run 1.20 mwith 3.00 m width of stair one handrailwith 3.00 m-3.50 m stair width two handrailsabove the nosing or tread .80 m - 1.00 mmaximum distance of travel when above one storey 24.00 mfor 4 or more building storey in height w/ roof slope not greater than 1:3 one stairwellheadroom clearances 2.00 mlifespan of indigeneous materials 25 years P.D.957 (SUBDIVISION LAW) a public way intended to serve for pedestrians and emergency vehicles ALLEYa parcel of land bounded on the sides by the streets or alleys o pathways BLOCKa single family attached dwelling containing 3 or more separate living units CLUSTER HOUSINGa wall w/c seperates two abutting living units as to resist the spread of fire FIREBLOCKa fireblock which extends vertically from the lowest portion of the wall FIREWALLa wall jointly used by two parties under easements agreement PARTYWALLshall cover of each phase 10 hectares

4 COPIES FOR SUBDIVISION PLANS SIMPLE SUBDIVISION PROJECT SDP AND TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY VICINITY MAP TAX DECLARATION COMPLEX SUBDIVISION PLAN PRELIMINARY SDP VICINITY MAP APPROVAL OF PRELIMINARY PLAN FINAL FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAN (1 YEAR VALIDITY) ENGINEERING PLAN TOPOGRAPHIC PLAN DESIGN STANDARDS FOR SUBDIVISION PROJECTS MINIMUM LOT SIZES rowhouse 50 sqmduplex 150 sqmsingle detached 100 sqm


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FRONTAGE Model A and B 10 mModel C 8 mirregular lot 6 mrowhouse 4 mminimum width of alley after 250m block 4.00 mmaximim length of blocklength 400 m

ROADS FOR MODEL AMAJOR ROADS 15.00 mcarriageway 10.00 mplanting strip 1.20 msidewalks 1.30 mCOLLECTOR ROADS 12.50 mcarriageway 8.50 mplanting strip 1.20 msidewalks .80 mSERVICE ROAD 10.00 mcarriageway 6.00 m - 6.50 mplanting strip 1.20 msidewalks .80 m

ROADS FOR MODEL BMAJOR ROADS 10.00 mcarriageway 6.00 mplanting strip .80 msidewalks 1.20 mMINOR ROADS 8.00 mcarriageway 6.00 mplanting strip .40 msidewalks .60 m

ROADS FOR MODEL CMAJOR ROADS 8.00 mcarriageway 6.00 mplanting strip .40 msidewalks .60 mMINOR ROADS 6.50 mcarriageway 4.50 mplanting strip .40 msidewalks .60 m

DESIGN STANDARDS FOR CONDOMINIUM PROJECTS dwelling unit (household) 40 sqmoccupancy unit (single) 31 sqmparking slot 1 slot / unitnot more than the building it serves 100 mparks and playground 50 sqm/10 units 3 sqm/additional unit4 floors optional5-6 floors 1 elevator7 floors and up 2 elevatorsrequired area of playgrounds/parks for every 1,000 sqm 100 sqm BASIC PHYSICAL PLANNING REQUIREMENTS ACCESSIBILITY

REACHEABILITYUSABILITY

ORIENTATION SAFETY

WORKABILITY

features that enable the disable person to make use of the primary function ACCESSIBLEa small recess space in a room or a wall ALCOVEa break in the sidewalk or traffic island provided w/ an inclined surface to CURB CUT OUTfacilitate mobility of wheelchair the degree of inclination of the sloped surface expressed in ratio GRADIENT OF RAMPa sloped surface connecting two or more surface at different levels RAMPa paved footwalk at the side of the street SIDEWALKa strip fastened to the floor usually required to cover the joint where two

THRESHOLDtypes of floor materials meetan exterior passage for walking along WALKWAYwidth of walkway to permit a person in wheelchair to traverse it w/ safety 1.20 mmaximum dimension of turn about spaces 1.50 mmaximum distance between restop 3.00 mwidth of corridor for person to traverse w/ wheelchair 1.20 mentrance depth w/ vestibule 3.00 mstructural opening of door entrances 1.00 mclear opening of door entrances .80 mminimum dimension of floor area of toilet 1.70 m x 1.80 m


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minimum dimension of floor area of elevator 1.10 m x 1.40 mminimum width of door elevator .80 mcenterline height of topmost buttons of elevator and floor switches .90 m - 1.20 mmaximum gradient of ramp 1:12maximum length for 1:12 ramp 6.00 mminimum length of landing for the 1:12 ramp 1.50 mlevel area at the top and bottom of any ramp 1.80 mhandrail level on both edges .70 and .90length of extension in a handrail from ramp .30 mheight of curbs in a ramp 50 mmparking slot width 3.70 mmaximum height of tresholds 2.5 mmprovision of one fountain 1 for 2,000 sqmheight of the rim of the fountain from the floor 0.85 munobstructed clear space for public telephones 1.50 m x 1.50 mheight of dialling from floor of a telephone booth 1.10 mclear opening of telephone booths .80 mregular buses 5 seatsair conditioned bus 4 seatspassenger trains 6 seatspassenger airplanes 2 seats4-50 seating capacity 2 seats51-300 seating capacity 4 seats301-500 seating capacity 6 seats NATIONAL BUILDING CODE a written authorizaton granted by the building official to an applican allowing

BUILDING PERMIThim to him proceed with the constructionall on site work done from site preparation, excavation, foundation,

CONSTRUCTIONinstallation in place of components of a building or structureany new construction which increases the height or the area of an existing

ADDITONbuldinginstallation of all components of a building or structure ERECTIONconstruction in a buiding/structure involving, changing in the materials used

ALTERATIONpartitioning, location, size of openings, structural parts, existing utilitiesand equipment but does not increase its overall area thereofany physical change made on a building to increase its value, utility or to

RENOVATIONimprove its aesthetic qualitya change in the use or occupancy of the building or any portion thereof

CONVERSIONwhich has different requirementremedial work on any damaged or deterirated portion of a building to

REPAIRrestore its original conditionthe transfer of any building structure portion thereof from its original

MOVINGlocation or position to another, either on the same lot or to either onesytematic dismantling or destruction of a building in whole or part DEMOLITIONa secondary building located within the same premises the use of which is

ANCILLARY BUILDINGincidddental to that of the main building

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1 Minimum exit door width. 0.71 mtr.

2 Minimum floor to ceiling height. 2.30 mts.

3 Maximum stair rise height for a class A stair. 0.19 mtr.

4 Maximum height between landings for class A stair. 2.75 mts.

5 Minimum headroom for class A & B stairs. 2.00 mts.

6 Unit area per person for waiting areas or standing rooms. 0.28 sqm.

7 Number of exits for place of assembly for 1000 occupants 4

8 Travel distance to an exit without fire sprinkler system. 46.00 mts.

9 Travel distance to an exit with fire sprinkler system. 61.00 mts.

10 Minimum spacing of rows of seats from back to back for a public assembly building. 0.83 mtr.

11 Maximum number of seats in a row in between aisles. 14

12 Maximum number of seats in a row opening on to an aisle at one side. 7

13 Standard width of a seat without dividing arms for places of assembly. 60 cms.

14 Minimum width of an aisle serving an occupant of 60. 91 cms.

15 Minimum headroom created by any projection from the ceiling. 2.00 mts.

16 Minimum clear width of turnstiles. 56 cms.

17 Minimum dimension of landings in direction of travel for class A & B stairs. 112 cms.

18 Minimum number of risers in any one (1) flight of stairs. 3

19 Minimum height of a handrail above the upper surface of the tread. 76 cms.

20 Minimum clearance of a handrail from any wall. 38 mm.

21 Minimum height of a guard rail. 91 cms.

22 Maximum height of a guard rail. 106 cms.

23 Minimum inner radius of a monumental stair. 7.50 mts.

24 Minimum width of any balcony or bridge. 112 cms.

25 Minimum width of a class A ramp. 112 cms.

26 Maximum rise of any floor from the balcony floor to which an access door leads. 20.3 cms

27 Maximum vertical height in floors for an escalator. 1floor

28 Minimum width of a fire escape stair for existing stairs. 55.9 cms.

29 Minimum width of landing for a fire escape stair for existing stairs. 55.9 cms.

30 Minimum tread for a fire escape stair for small buildings. 15.25 cms.

31 Maximum rise of fire escape stair for a small building. 30.5 cms.

32 Maximum rise of fire escape stair for existing stairs. 22.9 cms.

33 Maximum height between landings for a fire escape stair for existing stairs. 3.66 mts.

34 Minimum headroom clearance for a fire escape stair for existing stairs. 2.13 mts.

35 Minimum headroom clearance for a fire escape stair for small buildings. 1.98 mts.

36 Number of exits for place of assembly for 600-1000 occupants. 3

37 Maximum occupant load for a class C public assembly. 50-300

38 Minimum number of exit for an Institutional type of structure. 2

39 30 mts.

40 Maximum travel distance from the door of any room to exit for hotels with sprinkler. 30 mts.

41 Maximum travel distance from the main entrance door to exit for apartments with sprinkler. 31 mts.

42 Minimum increase in width for an aisle per linear meter. 2.5 cms.

43 91 cms.

44 1.00 mtr.

45 Minimum width of an aisle serving an occupant of below 60 for a public assembly building. 76 cms.

46 Minimum width of an aisle for an educational use building. 1.80 mts.

47 Minimum width of an aisle for hospitals or nursing homes. 2.44 mts.

48 Minimum width of an aisle for custodial care institutions. 1.83 mts.

49 Minimum width of an aisle for business use structure. 112 cms.

Maximum travel distance between room door intended as exit access and exit with sprinkler system for institutional use.

Minimum width of an aisle serving an occupant of 60 or more serving one side for a public assembly building.

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50 Minimum width of an aisle for an industrial building. 112 cms.


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51 Occupant load per person for laboratories. 4.60 sqm.

52 Jails are classified under what classification of occupancy. Institutional

53 Courtrooms with an occupant load of more than 100 are classified under what Assembly

classification of occupancy.

54 Assembly

55 Libraries are classified under what classification of occupancy. Business

56 Rooms where baled, bundled or piled materials segregated into desired sizes or groups. Picking rooms.

57 Buildings or structures 15 meters or more in height. High rise building

58 Buildings or structures used for the storage of explosives, shells, projectile, etc. Explosive magazine

59 Plenum

60 A kind of stable explosive compound which explodes by percussion. Fulminate

61 Descriptive of any substance that ignites spontaneously when exposed to air. Phyrophoric

62 A material that readily yields oxygen in quantities sufficient to stimulate or support Oxidizing material

combustion.

63 A process where a piece of metal is heated prior to changing its shape and dimension. Forging

64 The process of first raising the temperature to separate the more volatile from the less

Distillationvolatile parts and then cooling and condensing the result vapor so as to produce a nearly

purified substance.

65 A finely powdered substance which, when mixed with air in the proper proportion and Dust

ignited will cause an explosion.

66 Temperature rating at flash point. 37.8 oC (100 oF)

67 A class of fire with flammable liquid and gasses. Class B

68 The temperature at which a liquid is transformed or converted into vapor. Boiling Point

69 Minimum fire resistance rating for a firewall. 4 hrs.

70 A continuous passageway for the transmission of air. Duct System

71 The minimum temperature at which any material gives off vapor in sufficient Flash Point

concentration to form an ignitable mixture with air.

72 A gas, fume or vapor used for the destruction or control of insects, fungi, vermin, germs,Fumigant

rodents or other pests.

73 Minimum width of any driveway in and around a lumber yard / piles. 4.50 mts.

74 Minimum height of fence for a lumber yard for exterior storage of lumbers. 1.80 mts.

75 Maximum width of sumps for the retention of oil and petroleum products. 3.70 mts.

For Refineries, distilleries, and chemical plants, the minimum height for a fence. 1.50 mts.

76 Minimum travel distance from any individual room subject to occupancy by not more 15.00 mts.

6 persons.

77 Maximum distance of travel from the high hazard area to an exit. 23.00 mts.

78 Minimum distance of an incinerator from any structure used other than a single family 3.00 mts.

dwelling.

79 Maximum reduction in width of a stair by a handrail. 9 cms.

80 Minimum door width of a single door in a door way. 71 cms.

81 Maximum change in elevation between the interior of a door to the outside of it other than20.5 cms.

a balcony.

82 Maximum force in kilograms required for a panic hardware. 7 kgs.

83 Maximum height required for a panic hardware installation. 112 cms.

84 Minimum height required for a panic hardware installation. 76 cms.

85 Maximum number of occupant for a subdivided room or space by a folding partition. 20

86 Minimum width of a door for family day care homes. 61 cms.

87 Minimum stair width for a class B stair serving an occupant load of less than 50. 91 cms.

88 Length of a nosing or effective projection over the level immediately below it for tread25 mm

below 25 cms in dimension.

89 Maximum height of a handrail. 86.5 cms.

90 A combustible liquid is any liquid having a flash point at or above. 37.8 oC (100 oF)

Armories with an occupant load of more than 100 are classified under what classification of occupancy

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91 The time duration that a material or construction can withstand the effect of standard Fire resistance rating

fire test is known as.

92 Any material which by its nature or as a result of its reaction with other elements Cryogenic

produces a rapid drop in temperature of the immediate surrounding.

93 Classified as mercantile occupancies, the travel distance from exits shall be. 30.50 mts.

94 Under what classification of occupancy does pool rooms fall. Assembly

95 Under what classification of occupancy does home for the aged fall. Institutional

96 Under what classification of occupancy does court houses fall. Business

97 Under what classification of occupancy does refineries fall. Industrial

98 Under what classification of occupancy does drugstores fall. Mercantile

99 Minimum width of an aisle in a store for mercantile occupancies. 71 cms.

100 Minimum number of aisles for Class 'A' stores. 1

101 Minimum clear width of aisles for a Class 'A' store. 1.50 mts.

102 Minimum clear width of an exit access through a covered mall. 3.66 mts.

103 Minimum height of buildings requiring automatic sprinkler protection. 15 mts.

104 Standard inner radius of a curved stair in business occupancies. 763 cms.

105 Maximum height of riser for Class 'A' stairs. 19 cms.

106 Maximum height of riser for Class 'B' Stairs. 20 cms.

107 Minimum width of stair for Class 'B' stairs serving more than 50 persons. 112 cms.

108 Minimum width of stair for Class 'B' stairs serving 50 persons and below. 91 cms.

109 Maximum horizontal projection of a handrail over a stair. 38 mm.

110 Minimum width of a stair width for Class 'A' stairs. 25 mm.

111 Maximum height between landings for a Class 'B' stairs. 3.70 mts.

112 Minimum width of landings in direction of travel for Class 'A / B' stairs. 112 cms.

113 Minimum width of Class 'A' ramp. 112 cms.

114 Minimum width of Class 'B' ramp. 76 cms.

115 Standard slope of Class 'B' ramp in percentage. 10-17%

116 Maximum height between landings for Class 'A' ramp. No limit

117 Maximum height between landings for Class 'B' ramp. 3.66 mts.

118 Minimum width of ramps of 3 stories or more in height. 1.20 mts.

119 Minimum width for fire escape for existing stairs. 55.9 cms.

120 Minimum horizontal dimension of any landing of platform for existing stairs for fire escape. 55.9 cms.

121 Maximum rise for a fire escape for very small buildings. 30.5 cms.

122 Maximum height between landings for fire escape for existing stairs. 3.66 mts.

123 Minimum distance travel to an exit for storage occupancies of high hazard commodities. 23 mts.

124 Class of fire involving combustible metals, such as magnesium, sodium, potassium, and Class D

other similar materials.

125 Class of fire involving ordinary combustible materials, such as wood, papers, cloth, Class A

rubber, and plastics.

126 A tank, vat or container of flammable or combustible liquid in which articles or materialsDip Tank

are immersed for the purpose of coating, finishing, treating or similar processes.

127 An integrated system of under ground or overhead piping or both connected to a source Automatic

of extinguishing agents or medium and designed in accordance with fire protection Fire

engineering standards which when actuated by its automatic detecting device, Suppression

suppresses fire within the area protected. System

128 A continuous and unobstructed route of exit from any point in a building to a public way. Means of Egress

129 Minimum distance of an incinerator containing kindled fire or rubbish fire or bonfires. 5.00 mts.

130 Under what classification of occupancy does museums fall? Assembly

131 Under what classification of occupancy does town halls fall? Business

132 Maximum width of a single door in a doorway. 1.22 mts.

133 Minimum tread for a fire escape stair for existing stairs. 22.9 cms.

134 Maximum spacing of rungs for a fire escape ladder. 30.5 cms.

135 Minimum spacing of rungs for a fire escape ladder. 25 cms.

136 Class III combustible liquids shall mean any liquid having a flash point at how many 60 oC

degrees Celsius?

137 In standard seating, the minimum spacing from back to back. 0.83 mtr.

138 Minimum space from the back of chair to the front of the chair behind. 30 cms.

139 Maximum slope for aisles for public assembly structures. (1:8) 12.5%

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141 Occupant load per person for classrooms. 1.8 sqm.

142 Where exterior corridors or balconies are provided as means of exit, they shall open to the76.25 mts.

outside and shall be spaced ___ meters apart. (Educational)

143 Minimum dimension of a rescue window for educational occupancies. 55 cms.

144 Maximum height from the floor for a rescue window for educational occupancies. 82 cms.

145 Minimum width of corridors, aisles, and ramps for exits in hospitals and nursing homes. 2.44 mts.

146 Minimum width of corridors, aisles, and ramps for exits in residential-custodial care. 1.83 mts.

147 Any room for sleeping in institutional occupancies if subdivided shall have a maximum465 sqm.

area of how many square meters?

148 Includes buildings or groups of building under the same management in which there areHotel

more than 15 sleeping accommodations for hire.

149 Includes buildings containing three or more living units independent cooking and bathroom

Apartment Buildingsfacilities, whether designed as rowhouse, apartment house, tenement, garden apartment,

or by any other name.

150 Minimum number of stories of apartment buildings requiring fire alarm system. 3

151 Minimum number of apartment units requiring fire alarm system. 12

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A wide area of parks of undeveloped land surrounding a community. Greenbelt

The process in which a piece of land, referred to as the parent tract, is subdivided into Platting

two or more parcels.

Angles measured clockwise from any meridian, usually north; however, the NationalAzimuths

Geodetic Survey uses south.

Usually the last stage of the final site development process prior to issuance of buildingFinal Plat

permit.

A 20th century problem emanating from rapid urbanization of areas surrounding a cityUrban Sprawl

which eats up the remaining adjacent rural open spaces.

A type of planning which emphasizes that the proper role of the planner is not to serve

Advocacy Planningthe general public interest but rather to serve the interests of the least fortunate or least

well represented groups in society.

In the Philippines, this type of land use planning emphasizes the proper management of

Sustainable Land Use Planningland resources to ensure that the present generation can benefit from its continued use

without compromising future generations.

This code mandates that all Local Government Units shall prepare their comprehensive Local Government Code, 1991

land use plans and enact them through zoning ordinances. R.A. 7160

Reason for planning. Promote Human Growth

Phrase used to characterize development that meets the needs of the present Sustainable Development

generation without compromising the needs of the future generations.

First Planner and developed the Gridiron. Hippodamus of miletus

A locale with a sizeable agglomeration of people having characteristics of an urban being. City

The main reason why the nomadic existence of early man metamorphosed to villageAgricultural Surplus

settlement and later to the birth of cities.

The rough equivalent of the present tenement cities that existed in ancient Rome, whichInsula

resulted from the population growth of the city and the congestion that existed in streets.

In urban geography, a concept where urban settlement is confined to the area within the

Truebounded Citylegal limits of the city and the congestion and virtually all of this area is occupied by

urban residents.

A Land Development Decision is also what kind of decision. Traffic.

The orderly arrangement of urban streets and public spaces. City Planning

He conceptualized the 'City Beautiful Movement'. Daniel Burnham

A tool used to control the manner in which raw kind is subdivided and placed on the Subdivision Regulations

marker for residential development.

A profession which falls between planning and architecture. It deals with the large-scale

Urban Designorganization and design of the city, with the massing and organization and the space

between them, but not with the design of the individual buildings.

The science of human settlement. Ekistics

By definition, settlement inhabited by man. Human Settlement

Planning for roads, bridges, schools, parking structures, pubic buildings, water supply,Capital Facilities Planning

and waste disposal facilities.

The container of man, which consists of both the natural and man-made or artificial Physical Settlement

element.

A spatial organization concept a general view of the pattern of land use in a city

Concentric Zone Conceptdeveloped by Ernest W. Burgess. The city is conceived as a series of five concentric

zones with the cores as the central business district and fanning out from which are the

residential and commuter zones.

The remaining space in a lot after deducting the required minimum open spaces. Buildable Area

A habitable room for 1 family only with facilities for living, sleeping, cooking, and eating. Dwelling Unit

This is a type of a retaining wall made of rectangular baskets made of galvanized steelGabion Wall

wire or pvc coated wire hexagonal mesh which are filled with stones to form a wall.

A very steep slope of rock or clay. Cliff

A piece of grassy land, especially one used for growing hay or as pasture for grazingMeadow

animals; low grassy land near a river or stream.

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A long, narrow chain of hills or mountains. Ridge

A long, deep, narrow valley eroded by running water. Ravine

On land, an encumbrance limiting its use, usually imposed for community or mutual Restriction

protection.

Of land, a contiguous land area which is considered as a unit, which is subject to a Parcel

single ownership, and which is legally recorded as a single piece.

A wall that serves 2 dwelling units, known also as party wall. Common Wall

Niemeyer believed that relating large areas to each other is freedom as in the plannedBrasilia

city of___.

In architectural terms, it is the relationship of the number of residential structures and Density

people to a given amount of space.

The government arm responsible for the development and implementation of low costNational Shelter Program

housing in the Philippines.

Housing provided for low-income groups generally through government intervention andSocial Housing

characterized by substantial subsidies and direct assistance.

A written agreement between parties, but it allows a specific period during which the "Option to Buy"

buyer can investigate the property and make a decision.

Sometimes called "subscription money", this is a deposit given to the seller to show thatEarnest Money

the potential buyer has serious intentions.

A provision made in advance for the gradual liquidation of a future obligation by periodic Amortization

charges against the capital account.

Written document to transfer the property to one person to another. Deed

They develop or improve the land as well as construct houses. Developers

Determines the value of the house and also is familiar with trends in the local market andAppraiser

in the industry.

Helps people find a place to live, specializing and matching wants of buyers with the Real Estate Broker

local supply.

Are usually large concrete slabs or otherwise panelized units fabricated in a shop andTotal System

assembled at the site.

Codes that deal with the use, occupancy, and maintenance of existing buildings. Housing Codes

Designed to regulate land use, to ban industry and commerce from residential areas and Zoning

to separate different types of living units.

Construct three-dimensional volumetric units in a plant on a production line then hauled Prefabrication Manufacturer

to the site.

System building is the complete integration of all ___. Subsystems

The improvement of slum, deteriorated, and underutilized areas of a city. Urban Renewal

An area which is within the city limits, or closely linked to it by common use of publicUrban Area

utilities and services.

Two major hindrances to the prefabrication industry.Code of Multiplicities and

Tradition

Three general types of structures.

Primitive

Vernacular

Grand

A piece of land with an economic use for farming. Productive Use

Lands for well-being like parks, plazas, and of similar nature. Health and General Use

Similarly as the cost of the land, neighborhood character have this effect. Social Implications

Minimum road width in a neighborhood development to ease traffic flow. 6.00 mts.

Which building component receives priority over the location to have the morning sun. Bedrooms

Urban Planning is defined briefly as the guidance of ___. Growth and Change

A lattice structure that serves as a summer house. Gazebo

In landscaping, ground cover is represented by ___. Grass and Plants

The art of arranging buildings and other structures in harmony with the landscape. Site Planning

The study of the dynamic relationship between a community of organisms and its habitat. Ecology

Preparations of an accurate base map for urban planning starts with ___. Accurate Aerial Mosaic

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Appraisal of adequacy of a city's water and sewer systems needs of future land uses areComprehensive Plan

embodied in the ___.

Also called the blood-stream of a city. Transportation System

A form of absence of all the principles and organized development of a community. Urban Blight

The city of Washington conforms to the plan type of ___. Star

An efficient and rapid transport system for automobiles to circulate across urban to urbanFreeways

areas.

A monument, fixed object, or marker used to designate the location of a land boundary onLandmark

the ground.

A narrow passageway bordered by trees, fences, or other lateral barrier Lane

The projection of a future pattern of use within an area, as determined by developmentLand-use Plan

goals.

The part of the surface of the earth not permanently covered by water. Land

A line of demarcation between adjoining parcels of land. Land Boundary

A survey of landed property establishing or reestablishing lengths and directions of Land Survey

boundary line.

The study of an existing pattern of use, within an area, to determine the nature and

Land-use Analysismagnitude of deficiencies which might exist and to assess the potential of the pattern

relative to development goals.

A study and recording of the way in which land is being used in an area. Land-use Survey

In surveying, the North-South component of a traverse course. Latitude

An open space of ground of some size, covered with grass and kept smoothly mown. Lawn

A contract transferring the right of possession of buildings, property, etc., for a fixedLease

period of time, usually for periodical compensation called 'rent'.

A tenure by lease; real estate held under a lease. Leasehold

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1 The amount of heat which is absorbed or evolved in changing the state of a substanceLatent Heat

without changing its temperature.

2 A system of devices, usually installed below ground level, to scatter or spray water Lawn Sprinkler System

droplets over a lawn, golf course, or the like.

3 Minimum width of a septic tank. 90 cms.

4 Minimum length of a septic tank. 1.50 mts.

5 Minimum liquid depth for a septic tank. 60 cms.

6 Maximum liquid depth for septic tank. 1.80 mts.

7 Minimum capacity, in cubic meters, of the secondary compartment of a septic tank. 1 cum.

8 Minimum dimension of a manhole access to a septic tank. 508 mm.

9 Minimum length of the secondary compartment of a septic tank with a capacity of more1.50 mts.

than 6 cubic meters.

10 Wooden septic tanks are allowed, true or false. 0

11 Minimum distance of a water supply well from a septic tank. 15.20 mts.

12 Minimum distance of a water supply well from a seepage pit or cesspool. 45.70 mts.

13 Minimum distance of a water supply well from a disposal field. 30.50 mts.

14 Minimum Gauge of galvanized sheet used for downspouts. 26

15 Minimum height of a water seal for each fixture trap. 51 mm.

16 Maximum height of a water seal for each fixture trap. 102 mm.

17 Maximum length of the tailpiece from any fixture. 60 cms.

18 Minimum extension of the VSTR above the roof. 15 cms.

19 Minimum extension of the VSTR above an openable window, door opening, air intake,0.90 mtr.

or vent shaft.

20 Minimum trap diameter for a bathtub 38 mm. (11/2")

21 Minimum trap diameter for a shower stall. 51 mm. (2")

22 Required number of water closets for females for an auditorium serving 16-35. 3

23 Required number of water closets for males for an auditorium serving 16-35. 2

24 Required number of urinals for an auditorium serving 10-50. 1

25 Required number of water closets for females for a theater serving 51-100. 4

26 Classifications of copper pipes. Rigid and Flexible

27 A rough or sharp edge left on metal by a cutting tool. Burr

28 Two types of passenger elevator. Electric and Hydraulic

29 Minimum elevator width of single slide door elevator for small commercial or residential0.60 mtr.

building.

30 A device that is basically a double throw switch of generally 3-pole connection that will

Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS)automatically transfer the power from the standby generator to the building circuitry

during electrical power failure.

31TW in electrical wire specification means.

Moisture resistant, in wet and

dry location

32 Another name for passenger elevator. Lift

33 The minimum face to face distance between elevators in three and four car grouping. 2 mts.

34 Collection line of a plumbing system is sometimes referred to as. House Drain

35 Maximum height of a dumbwaiter. 1.20 mts.

36 A type of lighting that provides illumination to special objects like sculptures, flowerSpecific Lighting

arrangements, etc.

37XHHN in wire specification means.

Moisture and Heat Resistant-

Cross-Linked Thermosetting

38 Standard length of an electrical metal conduit. 10'

39 An assembly consisting of a pulley wheel, side plates, shaft, and bearings over which aSheave

cable or roped is passed.

40 The other type of flame detector other than the ultraviolet type. Infra Red

41 PABX or PBX means. Pvt. Automatic Branch Exchange

42 Farad is the unit capacity of a ___. Capacitor

43 Another name for distribution panel. Power Panel

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44 Type of plastic pipe other than polyvinyl chloride and polybutylene. Polyethylene

45 Standard size of wire for a circuit line. No. 12

46 Standard size of wire for a switch line. No. 14

47 A device for converting alternating current to direct current. Rectifier

48 Another name for a Rectifier. D.C. Generator

49 A controller sensitive to the degree of moisture in the air. Humidistat

50 Another name for Humidistat. Hygrostat

51 Consist of a flyball or flyweight device designed to stop an elevator. Governor

52 A stop valve placed in the service pipe close to the connection at the water main. Corporation Stop

53 A vent with a function to provide circulation if air between drainage and vent system. Relief Vent

54 Flange used on a pipe to cover a hole or opening in a floor or wall which the pipe pass. Escutcheon

55 Length along the centerline of the pipe and fitting. Developed Length

56 A valve used in a flush tank controlling the flushing of fixture. Flush Valve

57 Any liquid waste containing animal or vegetable matter in suspension or solution. Sewage

58 Component of fire extinguisher. Carbon Monoxide

59 Interrelationship between value of voltage and current with the same frequency. Phase

60 Descriptive of any material such as synthetic resin which hardens when heated or cured,Thermosetting

and does not soften when reheated.

61 An Instrument which responds to changes in temperature, and directly or indirectly Thermostat

controls temperature.

62 Thin sheets that are used for controlling heat in drywall construction. Rigid Board Insulation

63 Conveys storm water and terminates into a natural drainage such as lakes or rivers. Strom Sewer

64 A machine that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy, a generator of Alternator

alternating current.

65 Freon in air-con must be compressed and liquefied in order to absorb ___. Heat

66 Standard size of a wet standpipe outlet for each floor. 1 1/2" (38mm)

67 A type of pipe fitting for a Yoke Vent. 1/8 Bend

68 A device installed on an electric water heater used to detect the working temperatureThermostat

to activate a switch.

69 Minimum size of trap or branch for a bidet. 1 1/2"

70 Minimum fixture supply pipe diameter for tank type water closet. 3/8"

71 True or false, 1 3/4" diameter is 'not' a commercial size of G.I. Pipe for water supply. 1

72 True or false, 3" diameter is 'not' a commercial size of G.I. Pipe for water supply. 0

73 Term applied to the interconnection of the same fixtures in one soil or waste branch withBattery of Fixtures

one branch vent.

74 A single vent that ventilates multiple traps in the case of a back to back vent. Common Vent

75 Minimum size of a standpipe for a building in which the highest outlet is 23 meters or less4" (102mm)

from the fire service connection.

76 Minimum size of a wet standpipe for a riser of more than 15 meters from the source. 4" (102mm)

77 Single lever valves used in kitchen sink and lavatory faucets or at shower valves works byBall Valve

the principle of a ___.

78 Treats hard water. Zeolite

79 Minimum height of a branch vent above the fixture it is venting. 6" (150mm)

80 Minimum wire size in square millimeter for a branch circuit with a 30 ampere rating using5.5 sqmm

81 Type THW stranded copper conductor in a raceway.

82 Standard frequency of power supplied by the local power utility company like Meralco. 60 Cycles

83 The overhead service conductors from the last pole or other aerial support to and includingService Drop

splices, if any, connecting to the service entrance conductors at the building.

84 Unit of loudness level. Phon

85 The process of dissipating sound energy by converting it to heat. Sound Absorption

86 Distance sound travels during each cycle of vibration. Wavelength

87 The reduction in the intensity or in the sound pressure level of sound which is transmittedSound Attenuation

from one point to another.

88 Unit of sound absorption equivalent to 1 square foot of perfectly absorptive material. Sabin

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89 Acoustical phenomenon which causes sound wave to be bent or scattered around. Sound Diffraction

90 Minimum sound pressure level that is capable of being detected by the human ear. Threshold of Audibility

91 Fluctuation in pressure, a particle displacement in an elastic medium. Sound

92 Sound sensation in a single frequency. Pure Tone

93 Wave produced by a pure tone. Sine Wave

94 Synonymous with a lighting fixture. Luminaire

95 The luminous intensity of light is expressed in ___. Candela

96 It refers to an individual who worked in the sanitary field of ancient Rome. Plumbarius

97 In Latin, it means 'lead'. Plumbum

98 A specially designed system of waste piping embodying the horizontal wet venting of one Combination

99 or more sinks or floor drains by means of a common waste and vent pipe adequately Waste

100 sized to provide free movement of air above the flow line of the drain. and Vent system

101 Vertical flow of air used to separate different functions of spaces. Air curtain

102 Type of lighting dealing with relatively large area lighting. General Lighting

103 During elevator emergency, to rescue passengers, this part of the elevator is used to openOutside Door Latch

the doors from the outside.

104 A device which extends across at least 1/2 the width of each door leaf which will open ifPanic Bar

subjected to pressure.

105 Sanitary sewage from buildings shall be discharged directly to the nearest ___. Sanitary Sewer Main

106 Receptacles intended to receive and discharge water, water-carried waste into a drainageFixture

system with which they are connected.

107 The simplest type of building automation system. Telecommunication System

108 Standard size of an outlet for a dry standpipe located at each floor. 2 1/2" (64mm)

109 A vent pipe connected to a vent stack. Circuit Vent

110 A vent pipe connected to a stack vent. Loop Vent

111 Instrument used for measuring atmospheric pressure. Barometer

112 Bets type of fire detection that can detect fire during the incipient stage. Ionization

113 Condensing unit is a part of a ___. Refrigeration

114 A fire detector installed in a fire alarm system which uses low melting point solders or Fixed Temperature

115 metal that expands when exposed to heat to detect a fire. Heat Detector

116 A faucet fitted with a nozzle curving downward used as a draw-off tap. Bibbcock

117 Heat rating for a fixed temperature heat detector. 135-197˚F

118 Reference in measuring the depth of a trap seal of a trap. Top Dip to Crown Weir

119 A pipe fitting shaped like 'S'. Double Bend

120 Minimum size of trap and waste branch for a shower stall. 2"

121 Minimum size of trap and waste branch for a pedestal urinal. 3"

122 Ratio of water closets for male population for elementary and secondary school. (1:30)

123 Ratio of water closets for female population for elementary and secondary school. (1:25)

124 Ratio of urinals for elementary school. (1:75)

125 Ratio of water closets for female population for Principal Worship Places. (1:75)

126 Minimum required number of water closets for female for office and public buildings 4

serving 55 occupants for employees.

127 Where there is exposure to skin contamination due to poisonous materials, what is the(1:5)

ratio of lavatory to number of occupants.

128 Minimum head of water, in meters, required for each section of plumbing for water test. 3

129 How many days, at least, shall be given before any plumbing work inspection is done 3

after written notice for inspection.

130 Minimum time, in minutes, required for water to stay in the system or pipes for a water15 minutes

test without any leaks to satisfy said testing.

131 Consist of a body, a checking member, and an atmospheric opening. Atmospheric Vacuum Breaker

132 Minimum lead content in percent for pipes and fittings safe for humans. 8%

133 Minimum vertical distance from the bottom of water pipes to the top of sewer or drain pipe300 mm

if laid in the same trench on top of the other.

134 Minimum distance of water pipings from any regulating equipment, water heater, 300 mm

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conditioning tanks, and similar equipment requiring union fittings.300 mm

135 Maximum spacing of pipe supports at intervals. 4'

136 Equivalent of 1/6 bend in degrees. 60˚

137 True or false, 60˚ branches or offsets may be used only when installed in a true vertical1

position.

138 Cleanouts may be omitted on a horizontal drain less than 1.5 meters in length unless1

139 such line is serving sinks or urinals, true or false.

140 Minimum clearance in front of any cleanout in meters for pipes 51mm or less in diameter. 0.305 mtr. / 305 mm

141 Minimum clearance in front of any cleanout in meters for pipes larger than 51 mm. Dia. 0.45 mtr. / 450 mm

142 Maximum distance of any underfloor cleanout from any access door, crawl space, or6.10 mts.

crawl hole.

143 Maximum length of a tailpiece. 600 mm

144 Minimum length of any branch requiring separate venting. 4.60 mts.

145 True or false, no galvanized wrought iron or galvanized steel pipe shall be used 1

underground and shall be kept at least 15 cms above ground.

146 Minimum extension of a vent stack through roof above the roof. 150 mm / 15 cms.

147 Minimum extension of a vent stack through roof above any other vertical surface. 300 mm

148 Minimum vertical distance of VSTR from above of any openable window or opening. 0.90 mtr.

149 Minimum vertical extension of VSTR from any roofdeck where it is protruded. 2.10 mts.

150 Minimum horizontal distance of any VSTR from a roofdeck used for other purposes aside3.00 mts.

from protection from weather.

151 Minimum number of stories served by a waste stack requiring a parallel ventstack. 10

152 The rate of flow of light through a surface. Luminous Flux

153 The luminous intensity of any surface in a given direction per unit of projected area. Luminance

154 A unit of illumination equivalent to 1 lumen per square foot. Foot-Candle

155 A unit of illumination equivalent to 1 lumen per square meter. Lux

156 Type of lighting system where 90-100% of light output is directed to the ceiling and upperIndirect Lighting

walls of the room.

157 The material used for filament in an incandescent bulb. Tungsten

158 The equivalent of filament in a fluorescent lamp. Cathode

159 An automatic device used for converting high, fluctuating inlet water pressure to a lowerPressure Regulating Valve

constant pressure.

160 An air-operated device used to open or close a damper or valve. Air Motor

161 In theater stage house, a weight usually of iron or sand used to balance suspendedCounterweight

scenery, or the like.

162 On elevators, a gear-driven machine having a drum to which the wire ropes that hoist theWinding-Drum Machine

car are fastened, and on which they wind.

163 Vertical tracks that serves as a guide for the car and the counterweight. Guiderails

164 Under NBC, the clearance between the underside of the car and the bottom of the pit 600 mm

shall not be less than ___.

165 Under NBC, the minimum diameter of hoisting and counterweight rope. 30 mm

166 Under NBC, the minimum width between balusters in an escalator. 558 mm

167 Under NBC, the maximum rated speed of an escalator along the angle of travel. 38 Meters/Min

168 The effective room temperature in air-conditioning. 68-74 ˚F

169 A private telephone system that interconnects with public telephone systems. PABX

170 Resistance in alternating current system. Impedance

171 The reciprocal of conductance. Resistance

172 The rate of flow of sound energy Sound Intensity

173 Lighting used primarily to draw attention to particular points of interest. Accent Lighting

174 A means of producing light from gaseous discharge. Fluorescense

175 A type of High-Intensity-Discharge lamp (HID). High-Pressure-Sodium (HPS)

176 Sound system input device that reacts to and converts variable sound pressure intoMicrophone

variable electrical current.

177 A rate of rise type detector. Thermal Detector

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178 Light originating from sources not facing each other, as from windows in adjacent walls. Cross Light

179 The process of removing calcium and magnesium deposits in water. Softening

180 A lighting unit consisting of one or more electrical lamps. Luminaire

181 A louvered construction divided into cell-like areas and used for redirecting the lightEggcrate

emitted by an overhead source.

182 A graph used in air-conditioning and showing the properties of air-system mixtures. Psychrometric Chart

183 Heat that raises air temperature. Sensible Heat

184 The transmission of heat energy from one place to another by circulatory movement of aConvection

mass of fluid.

185 A lamp designed to project and diffuse a uniform level of illumination over a large area. Floodlight

186 In boilers, they function only when exceeds prescribed unsafe operating conditions. Limit Controls and Interlocks

187 What type of sound absorbent is best for lower band frequencies. Porous Absorbents

188 The bending of sound wave when traveling forward changes direction as it passes throughRefraction

different densities.

189 True or false, number of fixture unit is one parameter in sizing a drainage pipe. 1

190 Water distribution system which constantly rely its pressure from the main water pipe

Upfeed System / Direct Methodapplied only if the highest fixture is supplied continuously with the flow rate and minimum

required working pressure.

191 What combination of pipe fittings is installed at the base of a soil stack? Wye and 1/8 Bend

192 What is the rating index of an air-conditioning/refrigeration system which rates the unit forEnergy Efficiency Rating (EER)

the number of BTU's of heat removed per watt of electrical input energy?

193 What mechanical equipment, coupled with a central air-conditioning system, is used toFan Coil Unit

to dehumidify and cool the air stream injected to a conditioned space.

194 A rigid metal housing for a group of heavy conductors insulated from each other and theBusway

enclosure, also called Busduct.

195 A heavy conductor, usually in the form of a solid copper bar, used for collecting, carrying,Bus

and distributing large electric currents, also called a busbar.

196 An approved assembly of insulated conductors with fitting and conductor terminations in

Buswaycompletely enclosed ventilated protective metal housing where the assembly is designed

to carry fault current and to withstand the magnetic forces of such current.

197 A type of perimeter detector which detects object in heat range of body temperature. Passive Infrared

198 A type of perimeter detector which detects interruption of light beam. Light Beam

199 A type of perimeter detector which detects change in sound wave pattern. Ultrasonic

200 Women's urinal fixture. Washdown

201 True or false, brass and cast iron body cleanouts shall not be used as a reducer or1

adapter.

202 A box with a blank cover which serves the purpose of joining one different runs of

Pull Boxraceways or cables and provided with sufficient space for connection and branching of the

enclosed conductors.

203 A type of water closet that is least efficient, subject to clogging, noisy, and use a simple Washdown (WD)

washout action through a small irregular passageway.

204 This type of water closet is similar to that of the siphon-jet except that it has a smallerReverse Trap (RT)

trap passageway and smaller water surface area, moderately noisy.

205 A type of water closet that is noisy but highly efficient. Strong jet into up leg forcesBlowout (BO)

contents out. Use only with flush valve, requires higher pressure.

206 Water closet that is quiet, extremely sanitary, water is directed through the rim. It scoursSiphon Vortex (SV)

bowl, folds over into jet; siphon.

207 A water closet that is sanitary, efficient, and very quiet. Water enters through the rim andSiphon Jet (SJ)

through the down leg.

208 A toilet bowl similar to the siphon-jet, but having the flushing water directed to the rim toSiphon Vortex (SV)

create circular motion or vortex which scours the bowl.

209 A toilet bowl in which the flushing water enters through the rim and a siphonic action Siphon Jet (SJ)

initiated by a water jet draws the contents of the bowl through the trapway.

210 A water closet similar to that of the siphon jet but with a smaller water surface and Reverse Trap (RT)

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trapway.Reverse Trap (RT)

211 This type of water closet is prohibited by some health codes. Washdown (WD)

212 The concussion and banging noise that results when a volume of water moving in a pipeWater Hammer

suddenly stops or loses momentum.

213 The length of a pipeline measured along the centerline of the pipe and pipe fittings. Developed Length

214 A shutoff valve closed by lowering a wedge-shaped gate across the passage. Gate Valve

215 A valve closed by a disk seating on an opening in an internal wall. Globe Valve

216 Liquid sewage that has been treated in a septic tank or sewage treatment plant. Effluent

217 The centerline of pipe. Spring Line

218 The interior top surface of a pipe. Crown

219 The interior bottom surface of a pipe. Invert

220 A type of perimeter detector which is subject to false alarm from aircraft radar and fromMicrowave

movement outside building through window, wood doors, and the like. It uses radio waves.

221 This type of perimeter detector uses both the Passive infrared and Ultrasonic or Passive Infrared with

222 Microwave system. Ultrasonic (or Microwave)

223 This type of perimeter detector detects a change in capacitance of the area covered, Proximity / Capacitance

caused by intrusion.

224 Color code for pipes containing acid. Black

225 A high intensity discharge lamp in which the light is produced by the radiation from aMetal Halide Lamp

mixture of a metallic vapor, similar to that of a mercury lamp in construction.

226 A type of lamp popular for lighting commercial interiors, uses argon gas to ease starting, Mercury Lamp

it produces light by means of an electric discharge in mercury vapor.

227 A type of lamp which produces light by means of the reaction of halogen additive in theTungsten Halogen Lamp

bulb reacts with chemically with tungsten.

228 A type of lamp generally used for roadways and sidewalks, uses sodium gas. High-Pressure-Sodium (HPS)

229 Building with fire alarm and suppression system. Intelligent Building

230 This shows the vertical relationships of all panels, feeders, switches, switchboards, and

Riser Diagrammajor components are shown up to, but not including, branch circuiting, it is an electrical

version of a vertical section taken through the building.

231 In elevator, it detects the obstacles during the door closing, and reopens the door if there Safety Shoe

is something. Photocell can be used together with this.

232 It prevents passengers from falling into the hoistway when they try to get out Fascia Plate

of the car which is stopped between the floors.

In elevator, it makes the buzzer alarm when the car is overloaded and the door remainsWeighing Device

open until overloading is eliminated.

233 In elevator, it protects the equipment from over current. Circuit Breaker

234 In elevator, these prevent the excessive car travel at the highest and lowest floor. Limit Switches

235 In escalators, these stop the escalator if a foreign object becomes wedged at the guard. Handrail Guard Switches

236 In escalators, this is located at the bottom truss of the escalator and provided with on and Disconnect Switch

off positions to stop or prevents the escalator from starting during maintenance service.

237 This device, in escalators, is provided at the drive unit location to protect against Mechanical

accidental movement of the escalator during inspection of the drives or during general Maintenance

maintenance. Locking Device

238 This device, in escalators, stops the escalator automatically if an abnormal current isCurrent Overload Safety Switch

supplied to the motor.

239 This switch cuts off all current supply to the escalator for inspection, maintenance, orKnife Switch

repairs.

240 In a lightning protection system, the combination of a metal rod and its brace or footing, Air Terminal

on the upper part of a structure.

241 One of the earlier plastic to be developed in 1938, a du pont trade name for the white, Teflon

soft, waxy, and non-adhesive polymer of tetrafluoroethylene.

242 The number of cycles per unit time of a wave or oscillations expressed in hertz of cycles Frequency

per second.

243 Of a partition, the number of decibels by which sound is reduced in transmission through

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it; a measure of the sound insulation value of the partition, the higher the number, the Transmission Loss

greater the insulation value.

244 The cooling effect obtained when 1 ton of ice at 32 oF (0 oC) melts to water at the sameTon of Refrigeration

tmeperature in 24 hrs. (equivalent to 12,000 Btu/hr)

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1 The procedures and limitations for the design of structures shall be determined by the Zoning, site characteristics

following factors. Occupancy, configuring

structural system, and height

2 Minimum number of stories recommended to be provided with at least 3 approved 14

recording accelerographs.

3 Maintenance and service of accelerographs shall be provided by the___. Owner

4 Who shall be responsible for keeping the actual live load below the allowable limits andOccupant of the building

shall be liable for any failure on the structure due to overloading.

5 The period of continuous application of a given load or the aggregate of periods of Load duration

intermittent application of the same load.

6 Minimum area in square meters a member supports which the design live load may be14 sqm.

reduced.

7 Minimum height of any wall requiring structural design to resist loads onto which they are1.50 mts.

subjected.

8 Maximum deflection of a brittle finished wall subjected to a load of 250 Pascal applied 1/240 of wall span

perpendicular to said wall.

9 Maximum deflection of a flexible finished wall subjected to a load of 250 Pascal applied1/120 of wall span

perpendicular to said wall.

10 Maximum floor area for a low-cost housing unit. 60 sqm.

11 The level at which the earthquake motions are considered to be imparted to the structureBase

or the level at which the structure, as a dynamic vibrator, is supported.

12 A member or an element provided to transfer lateral forces from a portion of a structureCollector

to vertical elements of the lateral force resisting system.

13 A horizontal or nearly horizontal system acting to transmit lateral forces to the verticalDiaphragm

resisting elements, it includes horizontal bracing system.

14 The total designed lateral force or shear at the base of a structure.

15 An element at edge of opening or at perimeters of shear walls or diaphragm. Boundary Element

16 An essentially vertical truss system of the concentric or eccentric type which is providedBraced Frame

to resist lateral forces.

17 An essentially complete space frame which provides supports for gravity loads. Building Frame System

18 A combination of a Special or Intermediate Moment Resisting Space Frame and ShearDual System

19 Walls or Braced Frames.

20 That form of braced frame where at least one end of each brace intersects a beam at a

point away from the column girder joint.

21 The entire assemblage at the intersection of the members. Joint

22 The horizontal member in a frame system, a beam. Girder

23 An element of a diaphragm parallel to the applied load which collects and transfers

Diaphragm Strutdiaphragm shear to vertical resisting elements or distributes loads within the diaphragm.

24 Such members may take axial tension or compression.

25 The boundary element of a diaphragm or a shear wall which is assumed to take axialDiaphragm Chord

stresses analogous to the flanges of a beam

26 Those structures which are necessary for emergency post-earthquake operations. Essential facilities

27 That part of the structural system assigned to resist lateral forces. Lateral Force Resisting System

28 Moment resisting space frame not meeting special detailing requirements for ductile Ordinary Moment Resisting

behavior. Space Frame

29 The displacement of one level relative to the level above or below. Story Drift

30 The usable capacity of a structure or its members to resist loads within the deformationStrength

limits prescribed in this document.

31 The lower rigid portion of a structure having a vertical combination of structural system. Platform

32 Horizontal truss system that serves the same function as a diaphragm. Horizontal Bracing System

33 An assemblage of framing members designed to support gravity loads and resist lateralStructure

34 forces.

35 A structural system without complete vertical load carrying space frame. This system

Bearing Wall Systemprovide support for gravity loads. Resistance to lateral load is provided by shear walls

or braced frames.

Base Shear, V

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36 A structural system with essentially complete space frame providing support for gravityBuilding Frame System

loads. Resistance to lateral load is provided by shear walls or braced frames.

37 A structural system with an essentially complete space frame providing support for gravity

Moment Resisting Frame Systemloads. Moment resisting space frames provide resistance to lateral load primarily by

flexural action of members.

38 Is one in which the story strength is less than 80% of that of the story above. Weak Story

39 An elastic or inelastic dynamic analysis in which a mathematical model of the

Time History Analysisstructure is subjected to a ground motion time history. The structure's time-dependant

dynamic response to these motion is obtained through numerical integration of its

equations of motions.

40 The effects on the structure due to earthquake motions acting in directions other than Orthogonal Effect

parallel to the direction of resistance under consideration.

41 The secondary effect on shears and moments of frame members induced by the P-delta Effect

vertical loads acting on the laterally displaced building frame.

42 Material other than water, aggregate, or hydraulic cement, used as an ingredient of Admixture

concrete and added to concrete before or during its mixing to modify its properties.

43 Concrete that does not conform to definition of reinforced concrete. Plain Concrete

44 Upright compression member with a ratio of unsupported height to average least lateralPedestal

dimension of less than three.

45 Ratio of normal stress to corresponding strain for tensile or compressive stresses belowModulus of Elasticity

proportional limit of material.

46 In prestressed concrete, temporary force exerted by device that introduces tension intoJacking Force

prestressing tendons.

47 Length of embedded reinforcement provided beyond a critical section. Embedment Length

48 Stress remaining in prestressing tendons after all losses have occurred, excluding effectsEffective Prestress

of dead load and superimposed loads.

49 Length of embedded reinforcement required to develop the design strength of Development Length

reinforcement at a critical section.

50 Friction resulting from bends or curves in the specified prestressing tendon profile. Curvature Friction

51 Concrete containing lightweight aggregate. Structural Lightweight Concrete

prestressing tendon that is bonded to concrete either directly or through grouting. Bonded Tendon

52 ASTM A36 Structural Steel

53 High-Yield Strength Quenched and Tempered Alloy Steel Plate, Suitable for Welding. ASTM A514

54 True or False, Bar larger than 32mm in diameter shall not be bundled in beams. 1

55 Minimum concrete cover for a Prestressed concrete for beams and columns for40 mm

primary reinforcements.

56 In a material under tension or compression, the absolute value of the ratio of transversePoisson's Ratio

strain to the corresponding longitudinal strain.

57 In column, the ratio of its effective length to its least radius of gyration. Slenderness Ratio

58 A quantity which measures the resistance of the mass to being revolved about a line. Torsion

59 A type of concrete floor which has no beam. Flat Slab

60 The tendency for one part of a beam to move vertically with respect to an adjacent part. Shear

61 A change in shape of a material when subjected to the action of force. Deformation

62 The maximum value of tension, compression, or shear respectively the material sustainYielding Stress

without failure.

63 It means that by which a body develops internal resistance to 'stress'. Stress

64 The greatest stress which a material is capable of developing without permanent Allowable Stress

deformation remaining upon the complete release of stress.

65 Intensity of force per unit area. Stress

66 Loop of reinforcing bar or wire enclosing longitudinal reinforcement. Tie / Stirrup

67 The measure of stiffness of a material. Stiffness Ratio

68 The failure in a base when a heavily loaded column strikes a hole through it. Punching Shear

69 The deformation of a structural member as a result of loads acting on it. Deflection

70 Nominal thickness of of a timber. 6 inches

71 The sum of forces in the othorgonal directions and the sum of all moments about anyEquilibrium

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points are zero.Equilibrium

72 The complete records of tests conducted (slump, compression test, etc.) shall be

2 yearspreserved and made available for inspection during the progress of construction and after

completion of the project for a period of not less than.

73 Wood board should have a thickness specification of. not less than 1"X4"

74 The distance from the first to the last riser of a stair flight. Run

75 A high-speed rotary shaping had power tool used to make smooth cutting and curvingPortable Hand router

on solid wood.

76 The major horizontal supporting member of the floor system. Girder

77 Wood defects are: heart shake, cup shake, star shake, and___. Knots

78 Dressed lumber is referred to ___. Smoothed or planed lumber

79 The other kind of handsaw other than rip-cut saw. Cross-cut saw

80 It refers to the occupancy load which is either partially or fully in place or may not be Live load

present at all.

81 The distance between inflection points in the column when it breaks. Effective length

82 The amount of space measured in cubic units. Volume

83 In the formula e=PL/AE, E stands for___. Modulus of Elasticity

84 An expansion joint of adjacent parts of a structure to permit expected movementsContraction joint

between them.

the total of all tread widths in a stair. Total run

85 The force adhesion per unit area of contact between two bonded surfaces. Bond Stress

86 A structural member spanning from truss to truss or supporting a rafter. Purlin

87 Size of camber for a 25 meters steel truss. Size of Dead Load Defelection

88 A connector such as a welded strut, spiral bar, or short length of channel which resistsShear Connector

horizontal shear between elements.

89 The force per unit area of cross section which tends to produce shear. Shear Stress / Shearing Stress

90 Size of camber for a 25 meters steel truss. Size of Dead Load Defelection

91 The law that relates the linear relationship between stresses and strains Hook's Law

92 Minimum spacing of Bolts in timber connectionn measured from center of bolts parallel4 X diameter of bolt

for parallel to grain loading is equal to ___.

93 According to the provisions of the NSCP on timber connections and fastenings, the 4 X diameter of bolt

lodaed edge distance for perpendicular to grain loading shall be at least ___.

94 NSCP specifies spacing between rows of bolts for perpendicular to grain loading shall be2.5

at least ___ times bolt diameter for L/d ratio of 2.

95 Minimum diameter of bolts to be used in timber connections and fastening in accordance12 mm

with NSCP specifications.

96 Simple solid timber columns have slenderness ratio not exceeding ___. 50

97 Nails or spikes for which the wire gauges or lengths not set forth in the NSCP11 diameters

specifications shall have a required penetration of not less than ___.

98 Notches in sawn lumber bending members in accordance with the NSCP specifications1/6 depth of member

shall not exceed.

99 Notches in sawn lumber shall not be located in the ___. Middle Third Span

100 Notches in the top and bottom of joists shall not exceed ___. 1/4 the depth

101 Allowable stresses for tension in structural steel in terms of gross area. 0.60 of specified min. yield stress

102 Allowable tensile stress of structural steel based on effective area. 0.50 of specified minimum

tensile strength

103 Allowable stress for tension on pin connected members based on net area. 0.45 Fy

104 Allowable shear stress on structural steel on the cross sectional area effective in 0.40 Fy

resisting shear.

105 For structures carrying live loads which induce impact, the assumed live load shall be100%

increased sufficiently to provide for same, for supports of elevators the increase shall be.

106 The slenderness ratio of compression members shall not exceed ___. 200

107 The slenderness ratio main members in tension shall not exceed ___. 240

108 Concrete cover for pipes, conduits, and fittings shall not be less than ___ for concrete40 mm

exposed to earth or weather.

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109 Concrete cover for pipes, conduits, and fittings shall not be less than ___ for concrete20 mm

not exposed to earth or weather.

110 Curing of concrete (other than high-early strength) shall be maintained above 10°C and7

in moist condition for at least the first ___ days after placement.

111 If concrete in structure will dry under service conditions, cores shall be air-dried for ___7

days before test and shall be tested dry.

112 Curing for high-early strength concrete shall be maintained above 10°C and in moist 3

condition for at least the ___ days after palcement.

113 The minimum clear spacing between parallel bars in layer shall be db (diameter of bar)25 mm

but not less than ___.

Standard hooks used in reinforced concrete beam shall mean. 180° bend + 4db extension

114 but not less than 65mm at free

end of bar

115 Standard hooks for stirrups and tie hooks 16mm bar and smaller. 90° bend + 6db extension

at free end

116 Standard hooks for stirrups and tie hooks 20-25mmbar. 90° bend + 12db extension

at free end

117 Allowable tolerance on minimum concrete cover for depths greater than 200mm –12 mm

118 Allowable tolerance for longitudinal location of bends and ends of reinforcement. ± 50 mm

119 Individual bars with a bundle terminated within the span of flexural members shall40db

teminate at different points with a stagger of at least ___.

120 Clear distance between pre-tensioning tendons at each end of member shall not be less 3db

than ___ for strands.

121 Clear distance between pre-tensioning tendons at each end of member shall not be less 4db

than ___ for wire.

122 Minimum concrete cover provided for reinforcement of cast in place against permanently75 mm

exposed to earth or weather using bars larger than 36mm.

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1 P.D.. 1096 National Building Code

2 Maximum height of a combustible stand. 2.70 mts.

3 Minimum spacing for seats in a chair type measurement from back to back. 0.85 mtr.

4 Maximum line of travel to an exit of an aisle. 45.00 mts.

5 Maximum slope of an aisle. One is to Eight (1:8)

6 In standard seating, the minimum spacing of rows measured from back to back. 0.84 mtr.

7 Minimum width of any seat. 0.45 mtr.

8 Minimum area of a double acting door view panel. 1,300 sqmm / 1.30 sqm.

9 Minimum clear width of an exit doorway. 0.70 mtr.

10 Maximum width of an exit door leaf. 1.20 mts.

11 Minimum width of an exit corridor. 1.10 mts.

12 Minimum number of exit for floors above the first storey having an occupant load of 2

more than 10

13 Number of exit for occupant load of 599-999. 3

14 Minimum downward projection of a draft curtain 0.30 mtr.

15 Maximum floor area for an attic made of combustible materials. 250.00 sqm

16 Maximum center to center spacing of a draft curtain sprinkler. 1.80 mts.

17 Maximum floor area for an attic made of incombustible materials. 750.00 sqm.

18 Standard gauge for metal hoods in barbeques. Ga. 18

19 Minimum height of a Siamese connection above grade. 300 mm

20 Standard maximum distance of a standpipe from an opening in a stairway. 300 mm

21 Minimum wall thickness of a fireplace. 200 mm

22 Minimum number of exit for a projection room. 2

23 Minimum extended portion of a chimney above the roof. 600 mm

24 Minimum air space between walls of a masonry chimney above the roof. 2" / 50 mm

25 Minimum thickness of glass used for floors. 12.5 mm

26 Maximum rise of one row of seat to the next. 400 mm / 0.40 mtr.

27 Minimum number of exit for stands within a building serving an occupant load of 300. 3

28 Minimum height of a guard rail located in front of the grandstand. 0.90 mtr

29 Minimum width of a run in a stand stair. 0.28 mtr.

30 Minimum spacing for seats with backrests measured from back to back. 0.75 mtr.

31 Minimum spacing for seats without backrests measured from back to back. 0.60 mtr.

32 Minimum width of an exit door in an aisle. 1.70 mts.

33 Minimum intensity of lights for exits. 10.70 lux

34 Minimum width of side aisles. 1.10 mts.

35 Minimum increase in width of aisles for every linear meter. 30 mm

36 Minimum width of an aisle serving only one side. 800 mm / 0.80 mtr.

37 Open space requirement for an interior lot. 50% of lot area

38 Open space requirement for a corner lot or a through lot. 10% of lot area

39 Bounded on all sides or around its periphery by building lines. Inner court

40 Minimum stair width for a residence. 750 mm / 0.75 mtr.

41 Standard minimum area of a toilet. 1.20 sqm.

42 Minimum dimension of a kitchen. 1.50 mts.

43 Minimum area for vent shafts. 1.00 sqm.

44 Air space requirement for a school room per person. 3.00 cum.

45 Air space requirement for a habitable room per person. 14.00 cum.

46 Minimum area of opening of an air duct. 300 sqmm / 0.30 sqm

47 Maximum projection beyond the property line of a footing along the national road and at300 mm

least 2.40 mts. In depth.

48 Minimum clearance of a canopy or a marquee from the sidewalk. 3.00 mts.

49 Minimum stair width for occupant load of less than 50. 0.90 mtr.

50 Minimum width of a temporary walkway. 1.20 mts.

51 Minimum clearance of an arcade above sidewalk. 3.00 mts.

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53 Minimum horizontal dimension of a court. 2.00 mts.

54 Minimum width of a passageway connecting a street and a court. 1.20 mts.

55 Standard air space requirement per person for factories. 12.00 cum.

56 Minimum headroom clearance for a mezzanine. 1.80 mts.

57 Air supply per person per minute for auditoriums. 0.30 cum

58 Minimum total area of a window or an opening for a room without artificial ventilation. 10% of flr. Area

59 Minimum dimension for a vent shaft. 0.60 mtr.

60 Minimum horizontal clearance of the curb line to the outermost edge of the marquee. 300 mm

61 Minimum clearance of the lowest portion of an awning to the ground. 2.40 mts.

62 Minimum height of a construction fence. 2.40 mts.

63 Minimum live load bearing capacity of a construction canopy. 600 kgs./sqm.

64 Minimum height of a protective railing in a construction. 1.00 mtr.

65 Minimum wind load capacity for roofs for vertical projection. 120 kgs./sqm.

66 Maximum height of a handrail above the stair thread. 0.90 mtr.

67 Minimum ceiling height for naturally ventilated rooms. 2.70 mts.

68 Minimum height of a handrail above the stair thread. 0.80 mtr.

69 Maximum dimension of a stair landing. 1.20 mts.

70 Maximum slope of an exit court. One is to ten (1:10)

71 Minimum width of run for circular stair. 250 mm

72 Minimum headroom clearance for any stair. 2.00 mts.

73 Maximum slope for an exit passageway. One is to Eight (1:8)

74 Maximum height of a Siamese connection above the ground. 1.20 m

75 Maximum distance of any portion of a building from the nozzle of a 23 mts fire hose. 6.00 mts.

76 Minimum number of exit for any stage. 2

77 Minimum extension of a proscenium wall above the roof. 1.20 mts.

78 Minimum width of a stair in a stage egress. 750 mm

79 Minimum thickness of glass for jalousies. 5.60 mm

80 Maximum length of glass for jalousies. 1.20 mts.

81 Minimum width of exit in a stage. 900 mm

82 Minimum lateral spacing for plastic skylights. 2.50 mts.

83 A store window in which goods are displayed. Show window

84 Maximum width of a business sign. 1.20 mts.

85 Minimum distance of a sign from any electrical post or telephone wires. 1.00 mtr.

86 Minimum open space requirement for a corner lot. 10% of lot area

87 Minimum size of thread for an entrance or exit step. 300 mm

88 Maximum slope for an entrance or exit ramp. One is to ten (1:10)

89 Minimum number of steps for an entrance or exit stair. 2

90 Standard turn circle of a wheelchair. 1.50 mts.

91 Office building parking ratio. 1:125 sqm. Of gross floor area

92 Standard size of a perpendicular parking slot. 2.40 X 5.00 mts.

93 Hotel building parking ratio. 1:10 bedrooms

94 Hospital building parking ratio. 1:25 beds

95 Maximum distance of a handicapped parking from the facility being served. 60.00 mts.

96 Colleges and university parking ratio. 1:5 classrooms

97 Theaters, cinemas, auditoria, and stadia parking ratio. 1:50 sqm. Of spectators' area

98 Minimum number of wheelchair seating space for 51-300 seating capacity for auditoriums. 4

99 Minimum width of a dropped curb. 0.90 mtr.

100 Minimum Dimensions of an accessible elevator. 1.10 X 1.40 mts.

101 Maximum distance of an accessible elevator from the entrance of a building. 30.00 mts.

102 Minimum height of signs on walls and doors for the disabled to see comfortable. 1.40 mts.

103 Minimum door width for an accessible elevator. 0.80 mtr.

104 Minimum dimensions for an accessible water closet stall. 1.70 X 1.80 mts.

105 Maximum height of signs on walls and doors for the disabled to see comfortably. 1.60 mts.

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107 Minimum run of a stair for Group A dwellings (residential) 200 mm

108 Minimum ceiling height from 3rd floor to succeeding floors with artificial ventilation. 2.10 mts.

109 Minimum area of rooms for human habitation. 6.00 sqm.

110 Least dimension of rooms for human habitation. 2.00 mts.

111 Least dimension of an air duct. 300 mm

112 Maximum encroachment into a public sidewalk of a foundation at least 600 mm below500 mm

the grade line.

113 Minimum width of an exit door. 0.90 mts.

114 Maximum width reduced by handrails and doors fully opened to balconies and200 mm

corridors

115 Minimum width of stairs serving more than 50 occupants. 1.10 mts.

116 Minimum width of stairs serving less than 10 occupants. 750 mm

117 Maximum reduction in width of a stair due to trims and handrails. 100 mm

118 Minimum run of a winding stair. 150 mm

119 Maximum run of a winding stair. 300 mm

120 Allowable tolerance in the rise and run of every step. 5 mm

121 Width of stair requiring an intermediate handrail. 3.00 mts.

122 Minimum width of an aisle serving both sides. 1.00 mts.

123 Maximum number of seats between the wall and the aisle. 7

124 Maximum distance between the back of each seat to the front of the seat behind it. 300 mm

125 Maximum width of seat in a stand. 480 mm

126 Maximum projection of a penthouse or other projections above the roof. 8.40 mts

127 Maximum ratio of a penthouse area to that of the supporting roof. one third (1/3)

128 Minimum thickness of masonry chimney for residentials. 100 mm

129 Minimum thickness of rubble stone masonry chimney for residentials. 300 mm

130 Minimum firebox wall thickness. 250 mm

131 Minimum thickness of smoke chamber back walls. 150 mm

132 minimum thickness of front and side smoke chamber walls. 200 mm

133 Minimum number of storeys requiring one (1) or more dry standpipes. 4

134 Minimum volume of water a dry standpipe should provide. 900 liters/minute

135 Diameter of a dry standpipe requiring a two-way Siamese connection. 4" (100mm)

136 Diameter of a dry standpipe requiring a three-way Siamese connection. 5" (125mm)

137 Diameter of a dry standpipe requiring a four-way Siamese connection. 6" (150mm)

138 Minimum volume of water an interior wet standpipe should provide. 190 liters/minute

139 Minimum diameter of a wet standpipe. 2" (50mm)

140 Standard diameter of a dry standpipe opening. 2 1/2" (63mm)

141 Standard length of a fire hose. 23.00 mts

142 Maximum distance of a hose nozzle to any portion of a building. 6.00 mts.

143 Standard diameter of a wet standpipe valve. 38 mm (11/2")

144 Maximum projection into a sidewalk of a sign 4.50 mts. above grade. 1.00 mtr.

145 Minimum vertical clearance from the bottom of a signage to an arcaded sidewalk. 5.00 mts.

146 Minimum vertical clearance from the bottom of a signage to non-arcaded sidewalk. 3.00 mts.

147 Number of days of work abandonment of stoppage for a building permit to expire. 120 days

148 Width of planting strip for sidewalks 2.00 mts in width. 0.80 mtr.

149 Minimum horizontal distance of the curb line to the outermost face of an arcade. 500 mm

150 Maximum vertical clearance of an arcade above grade. 6.00 mts.

151 Slope of ramp of road-way to sidewalk. 1/3 - 1/4

152 Slope of driveway to sidewalk where the height of curb is 200 mm and above. One is to Eight (1:8)

153 Minimum vertical clearance of primary lines from the crown of the pavement when10.00 mts.

crossing the highway.

154 Minimum vertical clearance of primary lines from top of sidewalk when installed along7.5 mts.

the side of the highway.

155 Vertical clearance of secondary lines from sidewalks along or crossing the street. 7.5 mts.

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157 Maximum height of a dumbwaiter. 1.20 mts.

158 Maximum area of a dumbwaiter. 3,861 sqcms.

159 Minimum clearance of conductors from any platform or ground or projection from which3.00 mts.

they might be reached.

160 Minimum vertical clearance of service drop of communication lines above ground at its3.00 mts.

point of attachment to than building or pedestal.

161 Vertical clearance of a service drop communication line when crossing a street. 5.50 mts.

162 Maximum capacity of a dumbwaiter. 277 kgs.

163 Minimum width of an access road to a cul-de-sac. 3.00 mts.

164 Unit area per occupant for dwellings. 28.00 sqm.

165 Unit area per occupant for Hotels. 18.6 sqm.

166 Unit area per occupant for offices and garages. 9.30 sqm.

167 Unit area per occupant for class rooms. 1.80 sqm.

168 Unit area per occupant for stores - retail sales rooms upper floors. 5.60 sqm.

169 Unit area per occupant for nurseries for children. 3.25 sqm.

170 Unit area for stores -retail sales room for basement and ground floor. 2.80 sqm.

171 Unit area for hospitals and sanitaria. 8.40 sqm.

172 Unit area per occupant for aircraft hangars without repairs. 46.50 sqm.

173 Unit area per occupant for warehouses and mechanical equipment room. 28.00 sqm.

174 Unit area per occupant for theaters and the like. 0.65 sqm.

175 Parking requirement for Hotels. 1 slot/5 rooms

176 Parking requirement for public assembly buildings such as cinemas, auditoria, theaters, 1 slot/50 sqm. Of spectators' area

and the like.

177 Parking requirement for multi family living unit of 50 sqm floor area. 1slot/8 units

178 Parking requirement for multi family living unit above 100 sqm floor area. 1 slot/unit

179 Parking requirement for multi family living unit for 50-100 sqm floor area. 1 slot/4 units

180 Parking requirement for clubhouses, beach houses, and the like. 1 slot/100 sqm of gross flr.area

181 Parking requirement for motels. 1 slot/unit

182 Minimum parking requirement for the handicapped. 1 slot/50 parking slots

183 Parking requirement for colleges and universities. 1 slot/5 classrooms

184 Parking requirement for elementary, secondary, and vocational schools. 1 slot/10 classrooms

185 In BP344, the required width of a corridor. 1.20 mts.

186 Maximum slope of a drop curb towards the street. 1:20

187 Maximum slope of a drop curb towards adjoining curb. 1:12

188 Maximum spacing for wheelchair turnabouts. 12.00 mts.

189 Maximum slope of a ramp. 1:12

190 Maximum distance of handicapped parking from the structure served. 60.00 mts.

191 Preferred width of corridor for the disabled. 1.50 mts.

192 Maximum height of a water closet from the floor. 0.50 mts.

193 Preferred height of switches from the floor. 1.10 mts.

194 Minimum height of a switch from the floor. 0.90 mts.

195 Maximum height of a switch from the floor. 1.20 mts.

196 Least dimension for a parking slot for the disabled. 3.70 mts.

197 In BP344, the minimum height of a handrail. 0.70 mtr.

198 Maximum length of a ramp for wheelchair. 6.00 mts.

199 Minimum length of a ramp landing for wheelchairs. 1.50 mts.

200 One or more habitable rooms which are occupied or which are intended or designated toDwelling unit

be occupied by one family with facilities for cooking , sleeping, living, and eating.

201 That portion of the foundation of a structure which spreads and transmits loads directlyFooting

to the ground or soil.

202 A continuous horizontal layer of masonry units. Course

203 A room or suite of two or more rooms, designed and intended for , or occupied by one Apartment

family for living, sleeping, eating, and cooking purposes.

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205 A portion of the seating space of an assembly room, the lowest part of which is raisedBalcony

1.20 mts or more above the level of the main floor.

206 The pipe which connects a flue-burning appliance to a chimney. Chimney connector

207 A hearth and fire chamber or similarly prepared place in which a fire may be made andFireplace

which is built in conjunction with a chimney.

208 A horizontal structural piece which supports the end of the floor beams or joists or wallsGirder

over opening.

209 Same as heliport except that no refueling, maintenance, repairs, or storage of Helistop

helicopters is permitted.

210 The vertical supports, such as posts or stanchions, as used in indigenous or traditionalSuportales

type of construction.

211 Any surface or underground construction covered on top, or any fire-proof construction Vault

intended for the storage of valuables.

212 A term which may be used synonymously with a partition. Cross wall

213 The unit area per occupant for hotels. 18.60 sqm.

214 The unit area per occupant for dining establishments. 1.40 sqm.

215 The unit area per occupant for theaters. 0.65 sqm.

216 A building permit shall expire if work authorized is abandoned or suspended at any time120 days / 4 mos.

after commencement for a period of.

217 Front yards for commercial buildings abutting a road-right-of-way of 25-29 meters shall8.00 mts.

have a minimum width of

218 Offices shall be provided how many cubic meters of air per person? 12.00 cum.

219 Multiple living units of up to 6 units built on the same lot shall have an access road3.00 mts.

directly connecting said building to a public street a width of.

220 Sidewalks of 2 mts or more in width shall include on its outer side a planting strip of not800 mm / 0.80 mtr.

less than how many millimeters in width?

221 Arcades shall be cantilevered from the building line over the sidewalk and the horizontal 500 mmclearance between the curb line and the outermost face of any part of the arcade shall

not be less than.

222 Printing plants shall be classified under what type of occupancy. Business and mercantile

223 Power plants shall be classified under what type of occupancy. Industrial

224Convents shall be classified under what type of occupancy.

Residentials, hotels and apartments.

225 Repair garages shall be classified under what type of occupancy. Storage and hazardous

226 Reformatories shall be classified under what type of occupancy. Institutional

227 Turnabout should also be provided at or whithin how many meters of dead end. 3.50 mts.

228 In B.P. 344, the maximum slope a ramp is. 1:12

229 Under B.P. 344, a level area of not less than how many meters shall be provided at the 1.80 mts.

230 top and bottom of any ramp.

231 Under what classification of occupancy does Mental Hospitals fall? Institutional

232Under what classification of occupancy does Monasteries fall?

Residentials, hotels and apartments.

233 Under what classification of occupancy does Aircraft hagars fall? Business and mercantile

234 Under what classification of occupancy does cold storage and creameris fall? Industrial

235 Under what classification of occupancy does private garage fall? Accessory

236 Minimum loading slot requirement for Hospitals and hotels. 1 truck loading slot

237 Minimum travel distance from handicapped parking to facility being served. 60 mts.

238 Percentage required for number of parking if parking garages are available within 20020%

meters of structure.

239 Parking requirement for amusement centers. 1/50 sqm of gross floor area

240 Parking requirement for markets. 1/150 sqm of shopping flr area

241 Parking requirement for neigborhood shopping centers. 1/100 sqm of shopping flr area

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243 Parking requirement for multi-family living units of up to 50 sqm of living unit area. 1/8 living units

244 Parking requirement for places of worhip. 1/50 sqm of congregation are

245 Maximum projection of a balcony over a street of over 3 meters but not more than 6 mts. 0.60 mtr.

246 Maximum projection of a balcony over a street of 10 mts to less than 11 mts in width. 1.00 mtr.

247 Maximum height of 1st the floor for a 2-story wood structure with a height of 7 mts. 4.50 mts.

248 Maximum spacing of posts for 2-story wooden structure with a height of 8 mts. 4.50 mts.

249 Under what classification of occupancy does fences of over 1.80 mts in height fall? Accessory

250 Under what classification of occupancy does Aircraft repair hangars fall? Storage and hazardous

251 Under what classification of occupancy does factories and workshops using Industrial

incombustible and non-explosive materials.

252 Under what classification of occupancy does wood working establishements fall? Storage and hazardous

253 Under what classification of occupancy does police and fire stations fall? Business and mercantile

254 Standard length of a Wheelchair. 1.10 - 1.30 mts.

255 Standard width of a wheelchair. 0.60 - 0.75 mts.

256 How many meters above the floor is the comfortable reach of persons confined to a 0.70 - 1.20 mts.

wheelchair.

257 How many meterd is the comfortable clearance for knee and leg space under tables for0.74 mts.

wheelchair users.

258 Accessibility, reachability, usability, orientation, workability and efficiency, and ___ are Safety

the basic planning requirements of BP344.

259 Number of wheelchair seating for an assembly seating capacity of 51-300. 4

260R.A. 7277

Magna Carta for DisabledPersons

261 A long interior passageway providing access to several rooms. Corridor

262 A raised rim of concrete, stone or metal which forms the edge of street, sidewalk, etc. Curb

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1 Short metal "T" beam used in suspended ceiling systems to bridge the spaces Cross Teebetween the main beams

2 Roofing tile which has the shape of an “S” laid on its side Pantile3 Clay roofing tile approximately semi cylindrical in shape laid in courses with units

Mission Tilehaving their convex side alternately up and down 4 Groove cut into a board or panel intended to receive the edge of a connecting board Dado5 Part of the building foundation which forms the permanent retaining wall

Foundation Wallof the structure below grade 6 Part of a foundation system which supports the exterior walls of a superstructure and

Grade Beambears directly on the column footing 7 Black, tar like waterproofing material applied to the exterior of a foundation wall Dampproofing8 System of framing a building in which the studs are continuous to

Balloon Framingroof supporting second floor joints 9 System of framing a building on which floor joists of each storey rest on the top plates

Western Framing of the storey below and the bearing walls and partitions rest on the subfloor of each storey 10 An exterior security lock installed on exterior entry doors that can be activated only

Dead Boltwith a key or thumb-turn11 Rough plaster finish obtained by flinging plaster on a wall with a hand operated machine Tryolean Finish12 Principal member of the truss which extends from one end to the other

Chordprimarily to resist bending 13 Composition of two or more metals fused together usually to obtain a desired property Alloy14 Horizontal distance from the face of a lock or latch to the center of the knob or lock cylinder Backset15 Vertical members in a railing used between a top rail and bottom rail or the stair treads Baluster16 An iron alloy usually including carbon and silicon which has high compressive strength

Cast Ironbut low tensile strength 17 Ferrous metal that offers great resistance to abrassion and finds important use in Nickel Steel

the cutting edges of heavy digging tools 18 Commercially pure iron of fibrous nature, valued for its corrosion resistance and ductility Wrought Iron19 Window or door in which two panes of glass are used with a sealed air space between Double Glass20 The wall of Intramuros Fortification21 Concrete slab should have a minimum clearance 15mm22 Special type of plate girder consisting of tees, angles and multiple web Hybrid Girder23 Beam that projects beyond one or both its support Cantilever Beam24 Wall (bearing or non-bearing) designed to resist lateral forces parallel to the wall Shear Wall25 Modern method of installing wood parquet flooring on wooden boards sub-flooring Gluing/ Pasting26 Standard height of window sills for office rooms in upper floors 0.90 m27 Dimension of commercial acoustic boards for aluminum T-runners used for

24" x 48" x 1/2"dropped-ceiling in offices 28 Horizontal exterior roof overhang Eaves29 Structural method used for longer span/ interval of columns Post-tensioning30 Humidification and condensation in exterior walls are minimized by providing:

31 Corrugated metal or concrete barrier walls installed around a basement windowArea Wellsto hold back the earth

32 Type of slab when the ratio of short span to the long span of a slab is less than 0.50 One-Way Slab33 Tar paper. Installed under the roof shingles Felt34 Longitudinal beams which rest on the top chord and preferably at the joints of the truss Purlins35 The section of which the moment changes from positive to negative Inflection Point36 Narrow strip of wood applied to cover a joint along the edges of two parallel boards

Battenin the same plane 37 A wood or plywood piece used to fasten the ends of two members together at a

Fish Plate or Gusset Plate38 butt joint with nails or bolts39 The stressing of unbounded tendons after concrete has cured Post-tensioning40 The boxing in of covering a joist, beam or girder to give the appearance of a larger beam Beam Blocking41 Pressure exerted against the underground portion of a building created by

Atmospheric Pressurethe presence of water in the soil 42 Window which projects outside the main line of a building and the compartment

Bay Windowin which it is located extends to the floor 43 Joint employed to reduce restraint by accommodating movement of masonry walls Control Joints44 Joint used for adjoining existing building to new building Expansion Joint45 Joint formed when a concrete surface hardens before the next batch of concrete

Cold Joint

Building paper sheathing and space filled

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is placed against it Cold Joint

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46 Joint used when vertical and horizontal surface is reinforced concrete Construction Jointwhere concreting was stopped and continued later

47 Joint that is a straight groove which is used on concrete floors to "control" where Control Jointthe concrete should crack

48 Joint formed by overlapping the edges of metal sheet or plated and joining them Lap Seamby riveting, soldering or brazing

49 Interior paint that contains a high proportion of pigment and dries to a flat/ lusterless finish Flat Paint50 Filipino term for horizontal stud Trabe-Anzo51 Filipino term for floor joist Soleras52 Filipino term for rabbet Vaciada53 Filipino term for plastered course Kusturada54 Filipino term for bottom chord Tirante55 Filipino term for purlin Reostra56 Filipino term for eave Alero57 Filipino term for top chord Tahilan58 Filipino term for temper (metal work) Poleva59 Filipino term for plumb line Hulog60 Filipino term for projection Bolada61 Filipino term for rafter Kilo62 Filipino term for baseboard Rodapis63 Filipino term for alignment Asintada64 Filipino term for bath tub Baniera65 Filipino term for brace Pie De Gallo66 Filipino term for cast iron Pundido67 Filipino term for contractor Kontratista (yeah!)68 Filipino term for downspout Tubo de Banada69 Filipino term for pattern Plantilya70 Filipino term for mortar Paupo71 A steel plate attached to both sides at each joint of a truss Gang Nail Plate72 Climatic factor that is considered in the structural and architectural design of tall buildings Lightning73 Dry walls are customarily finished Lath and Plaster74 One method of leveling batterboards without the transit is the use of 1/4 Ø plastic hose filled w/ water 75 Manual method of squaring the corners of a building lines in building layout

76 The direction, size, arrangement, appearance, or quality of the fibers in wood Grain77 The most common materials used for roofing of urban residential houses G.I. Sheets78 Block or panel type insulating material used in flat roof of commercial or industrial building Corkboard79 Standard size overlap for corrugated G.I. roofing 1 1/2 corr80 A continuous recess built into a wall to receive pipes, ducts, etc. Chase81 Building stone of igneous origin and composed of quartz, hornblende and mica Serpentine82 Form of brick bond which is composed of alternating courses of headers and stretchers English Bond83 Form of brick bond which is composed entirely of stretchers Running Bond84 Form of brick bond which is a variation of a running bond with a full course of headers

at regular intervals85 Form of brick bond in which each course is alternately composed of entirely

Flemish Bond86 of headers or of stretchers 87 A notch cut in the end of a rafter to permit it to fit flat on a wall and on the top,

Heel Cutdoubled, exterior wall plate88 A geological or ground condition considered in determining the size and type of

Soil Bearing Pressurefoundation of the building89 Materials excellent as vapor barrier in the roofing system of residential buildings Aluminum Foil Sheets90 The chief structural materials, used for tall buildings

3-4-5 multiples with the use of steel tape measure

Common Bond / American Bond

Reinforced Concrete and High Grade Steel

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91 Material that holds less moisture, is very light, less water absorptive capacity Asbestos-Cement Shinglesand is very good in sidings of dwelling units

92 The finished frame surrounding a door Door Jamb93 A door lock with a spring bolt controlled by one or both knobs and dead bolt

Knob Boltcontrolled by a key 94 Door consisting of two separate leaves, one above the other, this leaves may

Dutch Dooroperate independently or together 95 A twisting force Torsion95 The appearance concrete makes when rocks in the concrete are visible and where there

Honey Combsare void areas in the foundation wall, especially around concrete foundation windows97 A barrier or diaphragm formed to prevent the movement of soil to stabilize foundation Sheet Piling98 Refers to the term stone-cut Wood Siding99 Standard concrete mix for beams, girders, slabs, stairs and columns AA

100 Chord splice connectors for trusses Split-Ring101 A specialized fastener used to pull on to hold mitered joints together Clamp Nail102 Most waterproofed type of mortar joints for wall Weathered103 Rafters laid diagonally from corner of a plate or girts to the ridge Hip Rafter104 The horizontal boards nailed to corner post to assist in the accurate layout of

Batter Boards foundation and excavation lines 105 Columns in which a concrete core is reinforced with a steel or cast-iron core

Composite Columndesigned to support a part of load 106 Instrument or tool capable of vertical and horizontal line check Spirit Level107 A three-dimensional structural system without bearing walls composed of

Space Frameinterconnected laterally supported so as to function as a complete self-contained unit withor without the aids of horizontal diaphragms or floor-bracing system

108 The metal latch plate in a door frame into which a doorknob plunger latches Keeper109 The appropriate painting material type for wood surfaces Zinc Chromate110 Coating of commercially made corrugated G.I. sheets, ga. 26, having standard corrugation Aluminum Coating111 Wood flooring finishing material 7 & 6 Wood Planks112 A common paint film defect where progressive powdering from the surface inward occurs Chalking113 Time required for the removal of a form works of a concrete footing 24 hours114 Wall partition wooden framing Studs115 The appropriate paint material for G.I. sheet roofing Acrylic Latex Paint116 The paint finishing material of long-span pre-painted roofing sheet Acrylic Paint117 Hardware used to fasten corrugated asbestos cement roofing sheet on a steel purlin L Hook Bolt118 Hardware used to fasten an asphalt strip roof shingle on wooden sheets/planks Staple Wire119 A type of concrete floor which has no beam Flat Slab120 Tool used for guiding and testing the work to a vertical and horizontal position Level Tool121 Tool for testing and for framing work Steel Square121 Vertical surface on face of a stair step Riser123 The complete records of test conduction (slump, compression test, etc.) shall be

2 yearspreserved and made available for inspection during the progress of construction and after completion of the projects for a period of not less than

124 Nominal 1" - 2" thk members connecting opposite roof rafters to stiffen the roof structure Collar Beam125 Thickness of a wood plank 2" to 5"126 Distance from the first to the last riser of a stair flight Run127 A high-speed rotary shaping hand power tool used to make smooth cutting

Portable Hand Routerand curving on solid wood 128 A mixture of sand and stone and a major component of concrete Aggregate129 The major horizontal supporting member of the floor system Girder130 A wall supporting no load other than its own weight Nonbearing Wall131 A wall that support weight from above as well as their own dead weight Load Bearing Wall132 A wall that holds back on earth embankment Retaining Wall133 A wall which supports vertical loads in addition to its weight without the benefit of

Bearing Walla complete vertical load carrying space frame 134 A non-bearing wall built on a concrete floor Floating Wall135 It is designed to resist lateral forces parallel to the plane of the wall Shear Wall

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136 The occupancy load which either partially or fully in place or may not be present at all Live Load137 Distance between inflection point in the column when it breaks Effective Length138 The most important component to determine the strength of a concrete mix Cement139 The total of all the tread widths in a stair Total Run140 A pit in a basement floor made to collect water into which a pump is placed

Sump Pit to pump the liquid to the sewer pipe141 The pre-construction of components as a part of a whole Prefabrication142 An opening in the roof for admitting light Skylight143 Wood coming out from trees with needle leaves, rather than broad leaves Softwood144 A kind of brick used for high temperature Firebrick145 A nailer strip incorporated in rough concrete wall to be plastered to act as guide and

Plaster Groundsupport for finish trim around openings and near the base of the wall 146 Distance between two structural supports Span147 Scientific name for wood Xylem148 A small member which divides the glass or openings of sash or doors Muntin149 Roof that has four sloping sides Hip Roof150 Stone placed on a slope to prevent erosion Rip-rap151 A tough used for carrying off water Moat152 The process of removing concrete forms from the cured concrete Stripping153 A structural member spanning from truss-to-truss or supporting rafters Purlin154 A threaded steel bent inserted of masonry construction for securing wood or

Anchor Boltmetal plates to concrete construction 155 A horizontal piece of wood, stone, steel or concrete across the top of door or

Lintel window opening to bear the weight of the walls above the opening 156 The placing of glass in windows or doors Glazing157 Another word for handmill on a stair construction Banister158 A joint produced by lapping two pieces of materials Lap Joint159 The most common type of hinge where one leaf attaches to the door's edge,

Butt Hingethe other to its jamb160 Lumber that still contains moisture or sap Green Lumber161 The internal angle formed by the two roof slopes of a roof Valley162 A vertical board attached on the ends of the rafters Facia163 A large heavy nail Spike164 Underwater watertight chamber to allow construction work to be done Caisson165 Lumber specification S4S Smooth on four sides167 The term used to indicate top and lower principal member of a roof or bridge truss Chord168 Strips of hardwood, usually 2x2” laid over a concrete slab floor Wood Saddle169 Miter square is a guiding and testing tool that has a permanent blade set 45170 A beveled metal tongue operated by a spring-loaded knob or lever Latch171 A wall that serves two (2) dwelling units, known also as party wall Common Wall172 The hardware on a door to accommodate the knob and lockset keyhole Escutcheon173 The material used for the process of making watertight the roof intersection and

Flashingother exposed areas on the exterior of a building 174 A short wood bracket or cantilever that supports an overhang portion of a roof Lookout175 The term to describe the putting up of the skeleton of the building Formworks176 Wedge-shaped stone of an arch Keystone177 Fireproof door with metal covering Kalomein Door178 The triangular, decorative and supporting member that holds a mantel or horizontal shelf Corbel179 Lumber that is not squared or finished Milled Lumber180 A round steel bolt embedded in concrete or masonry use to hold down machinery,

Foundation Boltsteel columns or beams, casting, shoes, beams plates and engine heads

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181 Simplest type of fiber carpet weaving where pile forms as the wrap yarns loop over Velvetremovable “wires” inserted consecutively across the loom

182 A pretreatment of poured concrete such as walls beams and columns where a thin layer Scratch Coatof lean cement grout mixed with flexible base additives is splattered by tampico brush or

masonry spoon to the surface to give a “tooth” for excellent plaster adhesion 183 A special coating system with a high gloss shine while maintaining the natural wood

Polyurethane Floor Coatingqualities, maintenance free, used to finish and topcoat wood flooring 184 A type of wood end joint where both wood are cut at equal angles diagonally Scarf185 A type of terazzo floor described by its physical appearance whereby the stone or pebble

Standard Terazzois intentionally exposed while the cement matrix is depressed 186 An extension of a rafter beyond the wall line Outrigger187 A type of window where the ventilating sash rotates 90 degrees to 180 degrees about

Pivoted Windowthe header and sill or about the side jamb188 Used to fill a joint with mastic or asphalt plastic cement to prevent leaks Caulking189 Type of joint is used to install a glass into a lite of a French window Rabbet190 Water-mixed productwith a ratio of 1:20 to stabilize lime activity in new masonry surface Masonry Neutralizer191 A crosswise groove at the end of a board Notch192 Shutter proof opaque glass used to construct a door with glass to allow natural light only Figured Wired Glass193 The act of excavating or filling of earth or any sound material or combination thereof,

Gradingin preparation for a finishing surface such as paving194 Adjustable metal column used to support a beam or bearing point Monopost195 One of a series of parallel framing members used to support ceiling loads and supported

Ceiling Joist or Roof Joistin turn by larger beams, girders or bearing walls196 A floor finish commercially size 1” x 12” x 12” utilizing clay and fired in traditional manner

Vigan Tilesmaking interesting and attractive rustic clay shade patterns197 Steel element such as wire, cable, bar, rod or strand, or a bundle of such elements,

Tendonused to impart prestress to concrete198 The upper member of a column, pilaster, door cornice, molding, or fireplace Cap199 A trim board that is installed beneath a window sill Apron200 A unit of measure for lumber equal to 1 inch thick by 12 inches wide by 12 inches long Boardfoot201 Frames of wood or metal enclosing part (or all) of a window sash Casement202 The replacement of excavated earth into a trench around or against a basement

Backfillor crawl space foundationwall203 Frame lumber installed between the wall studs to give additional support for drywall or

Backingan interior trim related item, such as handrail brackets, cabinets, and towel bars204 Window with hinges on one of the vertical sides and swings open like a normal door Casement Window205 Horizontal beam rafter that supports shorter rafters Barge206 Window space projecting outward from the walls of a building Bay Window207 Bonding together two or more layers of materials Laminating208 Bottom horizontal member of an exterior wall frame which rests on top a foundation,

Mudsillsometimes called sill plate209 Small-diameter, pre-drilled hole that guides a nail or screw Pilot Hole210 A joist that runs around the perimeter of the floor joists and home Rim Joist

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1 In Egyptian architecture, the tomb of the pharaohs is the. Pyramid2 The great pyramid at Gizeh was built during the 4th dynasty by. Cheops3 The beginner of the great hypostyle hall at karnak and the founder of the 19th dynasty. Rameses 14 The mineral of greatest importance to Greek architecture of which Greece and her

Marbledomains had ample supply of was.

5 Greek architecture was essentially. Columnar trabeated6 Forming the imposing entrance to the acropolis and erected by the architect Mnesicles

Propylaeais the.

7 The building in the acropolis generally considered as being the most nearly perfectParthenon

building ever erected is the.8 With the use of concrete made possible by pozzolan, a native natural cement, the

Arch and vault9 Romans achieved huge interiors with the.

10 Which of the order was added by the Romans to the orders used by the Greeks. Composite11 From the 5th century to the present, the character of Byzantine architecture is the

Domical roof constructionpractice of using.

12 The finest and remaining example of Byzantine architecture. St. Sophia, Constantinople13 The architectural character of the Romanesque architecture is. Sober and dignified14 Romanesque architecture in Italy is distinguished from that of the rest of Europe by the

Marbleuse of what material for facing walls.

15 The most famous and perfect preservation of all ancient buildings in Rome. Pantheon16 The space between the colonnade and the naos wall in Greek temple. Pteroma17 Amphitheaters are used for ___. Gladiatorial Contests18 An ancient Greek Portico, a long colonnaded shelter used in public places. Stoa19 The fortified high area or citadel of an ancient Greek City. Acropolis20 An upright ornament at the eaves of a tile roof, concealing the foot of a row of convex

Antefix (Antefixae)tiles that cover the joints of the flat tiles.

21 Strictly, a pedestal at the corners or peak of a roof to support an ornament, more usually,Acroterion / Acroterium

the ornament itself.22 Also called a 'Honeysuckle' ornament. Anthemion23 In ancient Greece and Rome, a storeroom of any kind, but especially for storing wine. Apotheca24 The characteristic of Greek ornament. Anthemion25 The use of ___ for facing walls distinguishes Romanesque architecture in Italy from that

Marbleof the rest of Europe.

26 The outstanding group of Romanesque is found in ___. Pisa27 The dining hall in a monastery, a convent, or a college. Refectory28 The architecture of the curved line is known as ___. Baroque29 The open court in an Italian palazzo. Cortel30 The ornamental pattern work in stone, filling the upper part of a Gothic window. Tracery31 Japanese tea house. Cha-sit-su32 A Muslim temple, a mosque for public worship, also known as place for prostration. Masjid33 Domical mound containing a relic. Stupa34 Ifugao house (southern strain). Bale35 In Mesopotamian architecture, religion called for temples made of sun-dried bricks. Ziggurat36 The style of the order with massive and tapering columns resting on a base of 3 steps. Doric37 Tomb of the pharaohs. Pyramid38 Earthen burial mounds containing upright and lintel stones forming chambers for

Tumuliconsecutive burials for several to a hundred persons.

39 A semi-circular or semi-polygonal space, usually in church, terminating in axis andApse

intended to house an altar.40 Temples in Greece that have a double line of columns surrounding the naos. Dipteral41 Senate house for chief dignitaries in Greek architecture Prytaneion42 Architect of the Einstein Tower. Erich Mendelsohn43 Founder of the Bauhaus School of Art. Walter Gropius44 What architectural term is termed to be free from any historical style? Art Noveau45 From what architecture is the Angkor Vat? Cambodian46 The architect of Chrysler building in N.Y. Van Alen47 Another term for crenel or intervals between merlon of a battlement. Embrasures48 Taj Mahal temple is located in ___. Agra49 In the middle kingdom, in Egyptian architecture, who consolidate the administrative

Amenemhat Isystem, made a survey of the country, set boundaries to the provinces, and other helpfulworks.

50 Who erected the earliest known obelisk at Heliopolis. Senusret I51 Jubilee festivals of the pharaohs. Heb-sed52 The world's first large-scale monument in stone. Pyramid of Zoser53 The highest sloped pyramid in Gizeh Pyramid of Khufu54 A vault created when two barrel vaults intersect at the right angles. Groin Vault55 Sarimanok is a décor reflecting the culture of the ___. Visayan56 Caryatid porch is from what architecture? Greek57 Female statues with baskets serving as columns. Canephora58 A small tower usually corbelled at the corner of the castle. Bartizan59 A hall built in Roman Empire for the administration of justice. Basilica60 The Parthenon is from what architecture. Greek61 A roof in which 4 faces rests diagonally between the gables and converge at the roof. Helm Roof62 A compound bracket or capital in Japanese architecture. Masu-gumi63 A concave molding approximately quarter round. Cavetto64 Architect of Iglesia ni Cristo. Carlos Santos Viola


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65 A Filipino architect whose philosophy is 'the structure must be well oriented'. Caesar Homer Concio66 What is not required as a feature in modern Muslim mosque. Pinnacle67 Architect of Robinson's Galleria William Cosculluela68 Major contribution of the Renaissance Architecture. Baroque for of Ornamentation69 "A house is like a flower pot" Richard Josef Neutra70 Richly carved coffins of Greece and Mesopotamia. Sarcophagus71 King Zoser's architect who was deified in the 26th dynasty. Imhotep72 The council house in Greece. Bouleuterion73 Elizabethan Architecture is from what architecture. U.S. / English Renaissance74 Art Noveau style first appeared in what structure. Tussel House75 A faced without columns or pilaster in renaissance architecture. Astylar76 Art Noveau is known as the international style, in Germany it is known as ___. Jugendstijl77 Less is more. Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe78 First school which offered architecture in the Philippines. Liceo de Manila79 Embrasures. Crenel80 Formal architecture, one of the principles of composition. Balance81 Different historical styles combined. Eclecticism82 Architect of TWA airport. Eero Saarinen83 The falling water by Frank Lloyd Wright is also known as ___. Kaufman House84 First president and founder of PAS. Juan Nakpil85 "Modern architecture need not be western". Kenzo Tange86 Architect of the national library, Philippines. Felipe Mendoza87 The xerxes hall of hundred columns was introduced during the Mesopotamian

Palace of Persepolisarchitecture, which palace was it used.

88 Taj Mahal is a building example of what architecture. Saracenic Architecture89 The convex projecting molding of eccentric curve supporting the abacus of a Doric capital. Echinus90 Pantiles used for Chinese roofings. S-tiles91 Greek equivalent of the Roman forum, a place of open air assembly or market. Agora92 A slight vertical curvature in the shaft of a column. Entasis93 The very ornate style of architecture developed in the later renaissance period. Baroque94 A multi-storied shrine like towers, originally a Buddhist monument of diminishing size with

Pagodacorbelled cornice and moldings."cubicula" or bedroom is from what architecture. Roman

95 From the Greek forms of temple, the three where it lies is known as ___. Crepidoma96 From the Greek temples, a temple that have porticoes of columns at the front and rear. Amphi-Prostyle97 Memorial monuments of persons buried elsewhere in Roman architecture. Cenotaphs

The three pyramids in GizehCheops

98 ChefrenMykerinos

99 The cistern storage of collected rainwater underneath the azotea of the bahay na bato. Aljibe100 A shallow cistern or drain area in the center of a house. Impluvium101 In Greek temples, the equivalent of the crypt is the ___. Naos102 The tomb beneath a church. Crypt103 A raised stage reserved for the clergy in early Christian churches. Bema104 A decorative bracket usually taking the form of a cyma reversa strap. Console105 Semi-palatial house surrounded by an open site. Villa106 A roman house with a central patio. Atrium House107 Revival of classical Roman style Romanesque108 The style emerging in western Europe in the early 11th century, based on Roman and

RomanesqueByzantine elements, characterized by massive articulated wall structures, round arches,and powerful vaults, and lasting until the advent of Gothic architecture.

109 Architect and furniture designer. Alvar Aalto110 First registered architect in the Philippines. Tomas Mapua111 The public square of imperial Rome. Forum112 Architect of Manila Hilton Hotel. Welton Becket113 Finest example of French-Gothic architecture Chartres Cathedral114 How many stained glass are there in the Chartres Cathedral? 176115 Agora is from what architecture? Greek116 Sacred artificial mountains of Babylon and Assyria. Ziggurat117 A plant whose leaves form the lower portions of the Corinthian capital. Acanthus118 Structure of wedge-shaped blocks over an opening. Arch119 The space between the sloping roof over the aisle and the aisle vaulting, so also called

Triforiuma blind story.

120 A windowed wall that rises above the roof of adjacent walls that admit light into the Clerestory

interior.121 A standard, usually of length, by which the proportions of a building are determined. Module122 The triangular or segmental space enclosed by a pediment or arch. Tympanum123 A line of counterthrusting arches on columns or piers. Arcade124 In the classical order, the lowest part or member of the entablature; the beam that spans

Architravefrom column to column.

125 In classical architecture, the elaborated beam member carried by the columns. Entablature

Parts of an entablature, in order of top to bottom.Cornice

126 FriezeArchitrave

127 Plan shape of a Chinese pagoda. Octagonal128 Usual number of stories for a Chinese pagoda. 13


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129 A special feature of Japanese houses, used to display a flower arrangement or art. Tokonama130 Plan shape of a Japanese pagoda. Square131 The most famous structure of Byzantine architecture and notable of its large dome. Hagia Sophia132 Triangular piece of wall above the entablature. Pediment133 A spherical triangle forming the transition from the circular plan of a dome to the poly-

Pendentivegonal plan of its supporting structure.

134 A long arcaded entrance porch in an early Christian church. Narthex135 The principal or central part of a church, extending from the narthex to the choir or

Navechancel and usually flanked by aisles.

136 The covered walk of an atrium. Ambulatory137 A basin for ritual cleansing with water in the atrium of an early Christian basilica. Cantharus138 A large apsidal extension of the interior volume of a church. Exedra139 An ornamental canopy of stone or marble permanently place over the altar in a church. Baldachino140 A decorative niche often topped with a canopy and housing a statue. Tabernacle141 A recess in a wall to contain a statue or other small items. Niche142 A tower in the Muslim Mosque used to call people to prayer. Minaret143 Coffers, sunken panels in the ceiling. Lacunaria144 The Buddhist temple in ancient Cambodia which feature four faces of the compassionate

BayonBuddha.

145 A term given to the mixture of Christian, Spanish, and Muslim 12th-16th centuryMudejar

architecture.146 Projecting blocks of stone carved with foliage, typical in Gothic architecture. Crocket147 A slab forming the crowning member of the capital. Abacus148 The crowning member of a column. Capital149 A rectangular or square slab supporting the column at the base. Plinth150 A low screen wall enclosing the choir in early Christian church. Chancel151 The cold section of a Roman Bath. Frigidarium152 This church in the Philippines is the seat of the Malolos Congress. Barasoain Church153 The palace proper in Assyrian palaces. Seraglio154 Holy mountains. Ziggurat155 Architect of the famous propylaea, Acropolis. Mnesicles156 Private family apartments in Assyrian palaces. Harem157 The most stupendous and impressive of the rock-cut-temples. Great Temple, Abu Simbel158 The four-seated colossal statues of Rameses II is carved in the pylon of the ___. Great Temple, Abu Simbel159 Favorite motifs of design of the Egyptians. Palm, Lotus, and Papyrus160 Two main classes of temples in Egyptian Architecture. Mortuary and Cult Temples161 Egyptian temples for ministrations to deified pharaohs. Mortuary Temple162 Structure whose corners are made to face the four cardinal points. Ziggurat163 Structure whose sides are made to face the four cardinal points. Pyramid164 Egyptian temples for the popular worship of the ancient and the mysterious gods. Cult Temple165 The use of monsters in doorways is prevalent in what architecture? Persian166 The Greek male statues used as columns. Atlantes167 A recessed or alcove with raised seats where disputes took place. Exedra168 A single line of columns surrounding the Naos. Peripteral169 The uppermost step in the crepidoma. Stylobate170 The lowest step in the crepidoma. Stereobate171 A building in Greek and Roman for exercises or physical activities. Gymnasium172 The three chamber of a Greek temple. Pronaos, Naos, and Epinaos173 A Greek building that contains painted pictures. Pinacotheca174 Temple with a portico of columns arranged in front. Prostyle175 The clear space in between columns. Intercolumniation176 Intercolumniation of 2.25 diameters. Eustyle177 Intercolumniation of 4 diameters. Areostyle178 Intercolumniation of 2 diameters. Systyle179 Pycnostyle intercolumniation has how many diameters? 1.5 Diameters180 Diastyle intercolumniation has how many diameters. 3 Diameters181 A kindred type to the theater. Odeion182 Roman building which is a prototype of the hippodrome of the Greek. Circus183 Roman building for which gladiatorial battles took place. Colosseum184 What sporting event takes place in the Palaestra? Wrestling185 A foot race course in the cities. stadium186 A temple with 1-4 columns arranged between antae at the front. In Antis187 A temple with 1-4 columns arranged between antae at the front and rear. Amphi-Antis188 In Greek, it is the Roman prototype of the Thermae. Gymnasium189 Greek order that has no base. Doric190 The most beautiful and best preserved of the Greek theaters. Epidauros191 What orders did the Etruscans and the Romans add making 5 in all? Tuscan and Composite192 What allowed the Romans to build vaults of a magnitude never equaled till the birth of

Use of Concretesteel for buildings.The finest of all illustrations of Roman construction. Pantheon

193 The oldest and most important forum in Rome. Forum Romanum194 Who commenced the 'hall of hundred columns'? Xerxes195 Who completed the 'hall of hundred columns'? Artaxerxes196 Architects of the Parthenon. Callicrates and Ictinus197 Master sculptor of the Parthenon. Phidias198 In Roman fountains, the large basin of water. Lacus


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199 Spouting jets in Roman fountain. Salientes200 The oldest circus in Rome. Circus Maximus201 The colosseum in Rome also known as the "flavian amphitheater" was commenced by

Vespasian / Domitianwhom and completed by whom?

202 Architect of the Erechtheion. Mnesicles203 A water clock or an instrument for measuring time by the use of water. Clepsydra204 The finest of Greek Tombs, also known as the 'tomb of Agamemnon'. Treasury of Atreus205 Architect of the Temple of Zeus, Agrigentum Theron206 Architect of the Temples of Zeus, Olympia. Libon207 Roman architect of the Greek Temples of Zeus, Olympius. Cossutius208 Both the regula and the mutule has guttae numbering a total of ___. 18209 A quadrigas is a ___. 4-horse Chariot210 The water-leaf and tongue is a usual ornament found in the ___. Cyma Reversa211 The Corona is usually painted with the ___. Key Pattern212 Greek sculptures may be classified as "architectural sculpture, free standing statuary,

Sculptured Reliefsand the ___".

213 One of the best examples of a surviving megaron type of Greek domestic building. House #33214 The molding that is often found in the Doric Order. Bird's Beak215 The wall or colonnade enclosing the Temenos Peribolus216 The private house of the Romans. Domus217 Roman rectangular temples stood on a ___. Podium218 Roman large square tiles. Bepidales219 A type of Roman wall facing with alternating courses of brickworks. Opus Mixtum220 A type of Roman wall facing which is made of small stone laid in a loose pattern roughly

Opus Incertumresembling polygonal work.

221 A type of Roman wall facing with a net-like effect. Opus Recticulatum222 A type of roman wall facing with rectangular block with or without mortar joints. Opus Quadratum223 A Roman structure used as hall of justice and commercial exchanges. Basilica224 A type of monument erected to support a tripod, as a prize for athletic exercises or

Choragic Monumentmusical competitions in Greek festivals.

225 A type of ornament in classic or renaissance architecture consisting of an assemblageFret

of straight lines intersecting at right angles, and of various patterns.226 Figures of which the upper parts alone are carved, the rest running into a parallelopiped

Terminior diminishing pedestal.

227 Marble mosaic pattern used on ceilings of vaults and domes. Opus Tesselatum228 Conceptualized the Corinthian capital. Callimachus229 The sleeping room of the 'megaron'. Thalamus230 The origin of the door architrave. Timber-enframed Portal231 The atrium type of house originated with the ___. Etruscans232 Roman apartment blocks. Insula233 A building in classic architecture decorated with flowers and plants with water for the

Nymphaeumpurpose of relaxation.

234 !5th to 18th century architecture. Renaissance235 "Form follows function". Louis Sullivan236 The dominating personality who became an ardent disciple of the Italian renaissance

Iñigo Jonesstyle.

237 A pillared hall in which the roofs rests on the column in Egyptian temples. Hypostyle Hall238 Who began the building of the Great Hypostyle Hall at Karnak? Thothmes I239 Architect of the Great Serapeum at Alexandria. Ptolemy III240 He created the Dymaxion House, "the first machine for living". Buckminster Fuller241 Tombs built for the Egyptian nobility rather than the royalty. Rock-Hewn Tombs242 Architect of the Lung Center of the Philippines. George Ramos243 The warm room in the Thermae. Tepidarium244 The Hot room of the Thermae. Calidarium245 The cold or unheated pool in the Thermae. Frigidarium246 The dry or sweating room in the Thermae. Sudatorium247 The dressing room of the Thermae. Apodyteria248 The room for oils and unguents in the thermae. Unctuaria249 Orientation of the Roman temple is towards the ___. Forum250 Orientation of the Greek temple is towards the ___. East251 Orientation of the Etruscan temple is towards the ___. South252 Orientation of the Medieval Church. West253 The space for the clergy and choir is separated by a low screen wall from the body of the

Cancellichurch called ___.

254 On either side of the choir, pulpits for the reading of the epistle and the gospel are Ambo

called.255 In some churches, there is a part which is raised as part of the sanctuary which later

Bemadeveloped into the transept, this is the ___.

256 In early Christian churches, the bishop took the central place at the end of the church Apse

called ___.257 The iconoclastic movement during the Byzantine period forbade the use of ___. Statues258 Type of plan of the Byzantine churches. Centralized259 Architects of the Hagia Sophia. (St. Sophia, Constantinople) Anthemius and Isidorus260 The supreme monument of Byzantine architecture. St. Sophia, Constantinople261 Smallest cathedral in the world. (Byzantine period) Little Metropole Cath., Athens


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262 One of the few churches of its type to have survived having a square nave and withoutNea Moni

cross-arms, roofed by a dome which spans to the outer walls of the building.263 A tower raised above a roof pierced to admit light. Lantern

the covered passage around an open space or garth, connecting the church to the chapterCloisters

house, refectory and other parts of the monastery.264 The prominent feature of the facades in Romanesque Central Italy. Ornamental Arcades265 The best example of a German Romanesque church with apses at both east and west

Worms Cathedralends.

266 The term applied to the Episcopal church of the diocese and also the important structureCathedral

of the Gothic period.267 The first plan shape of the St. Peter's Basilica by Bramante. Greek Cross268 The final plan shape of the St. Peter's Basilica by Carlo Maderna. Latin Cross269 He erected the entrance Piazza at St. Peter's Basilica. Bernini270 Used as food storage in the Bahay na Bato. Dispensa271 The granary in traditional Bontoc House. Falig272 Architect of the World Trade Center. Minoru Yamasaki273 The Erechtheion of Mnesicles is from what architecture? Greek274 The part of the Corinthian capital without flower. Balteus275 The Pantheon is from what architecture. Roman276 The architect of the Pantheon. Agrippa277 The senate house of the Greeks. Prytaneion278 Architect of the Bi-Nuclear House, the H-Plan. Marcel Lajos Breuer279 Mexican Architect/Engineer who introduced thin shell construction. Felix Outerino Candela280 In the Doric Order, the shaft terminates in the ___. Hypotrachelion281 In what Order is the Parthenon. Doric282 In what Order is the temple of Nike Apteros, Athens. Ionic283 This temple is dedicated to 'Wingless Victory'. Temple of Nike Apteros, Athens284 This structure in Greece was erected by Andronikos Cyrrhestes for measuring time by

Tower of the Winds, Athensmeans of a clepsydra internally and sun dial externally.

285 In the Cyma Reversa molding of the Romans, what ornaments are usually found? Acanthus and Dolphin286 From what architecture is the Stoa? Greek287 The Egyptian Ornament symbolizing fertility. Papyrus288 Egyptian Temple for popular worship of the ancient and mysterious gods. Cult Temple289 A small private bath found in Roman houses or palaces. Balneum290 Corresponds to the Greek naos. Cella291 The large element in the frieze. Triglyph292 "A is a machine to live in". Le Corbusier293 Architect of the Chicago Tribune Tower. Eliel Saarinen294 "Architecture is Organic". Frank Lloyd Wright295 Invented reinforced concrete in France. Hennevique296 First elected U.A.P. president. Jose Herrera297 Designer of the Bonifacio Monument. Juan Nakpil298 Sculptor for the Bonifacio Monument. Guillermo Tolentino299 Designer of the Taj Mahal. Shah Jahan300 Male counterpart of the Caryatids. Telamones or Atlantes301 Like Caryatids and Atlantes, this is a three-quarter length figures. Herms302 This is a pedestal with human, animal, or mythological creatures at the top. Terms303 A small payer house in Egyptian architecture. Madrassah304 Where "Constructivism" originated? Moscow305 Expressionist Architect. Erich Mendelsohn306 Founders of the "Art Noveau". John Ruskin and William Moris307 Combination of the new art and the graphing of the old art. Eclecticism308 Return in the use of Roman Orders in modern age. Neo-Classism309 Scheme or solution of a problem in architecture. Parti310 Architect of the Batasang Pambansa. Felipe Mendoza311 Architect of the Philippine Heart Center. George Ramos312 Architect of the Rizal Memorial Stadium. Juan Nakpil313 The architect of the Quiapo Church before its restoration. Juan Nakpil314 Built by the Franciscan priest Fr. Blas dela Madre, this church in Rizal whose design

Morong Churchdepicts the heavy influence of Spanish Baroque, was declared a national treasure.

315 This church, 1st built by the Augustinian Fr. Miguel Murguia, has an unusually large bellPanay Capiz

which was made from approximately 70 sacks of coins donated by the towns people.316 Architect of SM Megamall. Antonio Sin Diong317 Central Bank of the Philippines, Manila. Gabriel Formoso318 G.S.I.S. Building, Roxas Boulevard. George Ramos319 The tower atop the torogan where the princess and her ladies in waiting hide during

Laminoccasions.

320 Found in the ground floor of the bahay na bato, it is where the carriages and floats areZaguan

kept.321 The emergency hideout found directly behind the neadboard of the Sultan's bed. Bilik322 The flat, open terrace open to the toilet, bath, and kitchen areas and also used as a

Azotealaundry and drying space and service area for the servants.

323 In the kitchen of the bahay kubo, the table on top of which is the river stone, shoe-shaped Dapogan

stove or kalan is known as ___.

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