Humber Real Estate - Course 4, Module
2: Understanding Commercial
Construction Exam Q’s and A’s
Industrial buildings range from warehouses that are typically 25,000 to 100,000
square feet, to a ________________________. - answer-7500 acre oil refinery
What 3 categories are industrial properties divided into? - answer-- General Purpose
- Special Purpose
- Single Purpose
Industrial properties are typically constructed with
____________________________, or a combination. - answer-Concrete block,
poured concrete, steel
Block buildings, often with _________ facing on the front and two sides, are a
favourable choice for buyers, but ___________________ buildings generally
dominate industrial structures - answer-Brick, steel constructed
The requirements under the Ontario Building Code for industrial buildings are
______________________. - answer-"Use" dependant
What kind of construction could be characterized by
______________________________ with drywall interiors? - answer-Framed
support walls, a pitched roof, brick/stone/siding finished exterior
Some farm buildings are designed for the storage of fertilizers and manure, and may
have to comply with not only the Ontario Building Code but also the
________________________. - answer-National Farm Building Code
Why might commercial property owners favour masonry walls? - answer-Because
they increase the thermal mass of a building and are energy efficient if suitable
exterior coating is applied.
Wood framing is usually the most ______________ method. - answer-Economical
In larger commercial structures, concrete block walls may be used with
______________________ to more effectively separate units for added structural
mass, as well as fire requirements. - answer-Wood framing
What kind of construction is more cost-effective for larger structures, in comparison
to masonry or steel? - answer-Tilt-up
Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) products have thermal mass and high insulation
values that _______________________________. - answer-Reduce energy cost
, Insulated Concrete Form is a framework of concrete protected by
____________________________________. - answer-Two layers of thermal
insulation
Note: The insulation stays in place as a permanent interior and exterior layer for
walls, floors and roofs.
Steel is more commonly used with concrete wall systems to gain more
_____________. - answer-Flexibiity
Which type of building material is more commonly used with concrete wall systems
and is subject to more stringent requirements under the Ontario Building Code? -
answer-Steel
Note: This is because steels can bend and lose its strength when exposed to
extreme heat. To offset this, steel buildings require additional fire-resistant materials,
which can be costly.
Steel buildings can normally be constructed more ___________ than other building
structures and provide greater internal ______________________. - answer-
Quickly, design creativity
Modular structures can be constructed with what materials? - answer-Wood framing,
cold-formed steel framing, hot rolled steel, concrete or a combination of these
materials.
What are the primary construction benefits of pre-fabricated modular steel
structures? - answer-- Avoiding weather delays
- Quick on-site assembly
- Less opportunity for theft of building products associated with on-site construction
- Fewer subcontractors needed
- Time saved by simultaneously co-ordinating on-site improvements with off-site
building construction
- The ability to easily relocate or expand the structure
Commercial projects located near a provincial highway required what from the
Ministry of Transportation? - answer-An additional permit
All new commercial spaces must comply with the Ontario Building Code and what
Act? - answer-Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005
What can a builder warranty cover and protect against? - answer-- Structural
warranty coverage
- Protection and preventative care for building's internal and external features (e.g.
parking lots, pools, etc.)
- Coverage of workmanship and materials (HVAC, elevators or electrical systems)
- How building repairs will be made
2: Understanding Commercial
Construction Exam Q’s and A’s
Industrial buildings range from warehouses that are typically 25,000 to 100,000
square feet, to a ________________________. - answer-7500 acre oil refinery
What 3 categories are industrial properties divided into? - answer-- General Purpose
- Special Purpose
- Single Purpose
Industrial properties are typically constructed with
____________________________, or a combination. - answer-Concrete block,
poured concrete, steel
Block buildings, often with _________ facing on the front and two sides, are a
favourable choice for buyers, but ___________________ buildings generally
dominate industrial structures - answer-Brick, steel constructed
The requirements under the Ontario Building Code for industrial buildings are
______________________. - answer-"Use" dependant
What kind of construction could be characterized by
______________________________ with drywall interiors? - answer-Framed
support walls, a pitched roof, brick/stone/siding finished exterior
Some farm buildings are designed for the storage of fertilizers and manure, and may
have to comply with not only the Ontario Building Code but also the
________________________. - answer-National Farm Building Code
Why might commercial property owners favour masonry walls? - answer-Because
they increase the thermal mass of a building and are energy efficient if suitable
exterior coating is applied.
Wood framing is usually the most ______________ method. - answer-Economical
In larger commercial structures, concrete block walls may be used with
______________________ to more effectively separate units for added structural
mass, as well as fire requirements. - answer-Wood framing
What kind of construction is more cost-effective for larger structures, in comparison
to masonry or steel? - answer-Tilt-up
Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) products have thermal mass and high insulation
values that _______________________________. - answer-Reduce energy cost
, Insulated Concrete Form is a framework of concrete protected by
____________________________________. - answer-Two layers of thermal
insulation
Note: The insulation stays in place as a permanent interior and exterior layer for
walls, floors and roofs.
Steel is more commonly used with concrete wall systems to gain more
_____________. - answer-Flexibiity
Which type of building material is more commonly used with concrete wall systems
and is subject to more stringent requirements under the Ontario Building Code? -
answer-Steel
Note: This is because steels can bend and lose its strength when exposed to
extreme heat. To offset this, steel buildings require additional fire-resistant materials,
which can be costly.
Steel buildings can normally be constructed more ___________ than other building
structures and provide greater internal ______________________. - answer-
Quickly, design creativity
Modular structures can be constructed with what materials? - answer-Wood framing,
cold-formed steel framing, hot rolled steel, concrete or a combination of these
materials.
What are the primary construction benefits of pre-fabricated modular steel
structures? - answer-- Avoiding weather delays
- Quick on-site assembly
- Less opportunity for theft of building products associated with on-site construction
- Fewer subcontractors needed
- Time saved by simultaneously co-ordinating on-site improvements with off-site
building construction
- The ability to easily relocate or expand the structure
Commercial projects located near a provincial highway required what from the
Ministry of Transportation? - answer-An additional permit
All new commercial spaces must comply with the Ontario Building Code and what
Act? - answer-Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005
What can a builder warranty cover and protect against? - answer-- Structural
warranty coverage
- Protection and preventative care for building's internal and external features (e.g.
parking lots, pools, etc.)
- Coverage of workmanship and materials (HVAC, elevators or electrical systems)
- How building repairs will be made
