Detailed Quantity Survey

Question 1

A profession within the construction industry in which skilled professionals contribute by calculating the quantities required for a project.

Answer 1

Quantity Surveying

Question 2

A _________ and _________ are essential documents prepared by a Quantity Surveyor to outline the materials, labor, and cost associated with concrete works in a construction project.

Answer 2

Bill of Quantities (BOQ)
SCHEDULES OF QUANTITIES

Question 3

The process of calculating the quantity and cost of materials, labor, and equipment required for construction projects.

Answer 3

Estimation

Question 4

A critical structural element that transfers loads from the building to the ground.

Answer 4

Foundation

Question 5

A type of foundation that transfer the building load to the ground

Answer 5

Footing

Question 6

A type of foundation that is used for weak soils to distribute load over a larger area.

Answer 6

Raft Foundation

Question 7

A type of foundation that is used for deep foundations in weak soil conditions.

Answer 7

Pile Foundation

Question 8

Are vertical structural members that supports loads.

Answer 8

Columns

Question 9

Horizontal structural members transferring loads

Answer 9

Beams

Question 10

Refers to the standardized proportion of cement, sand, and gravel used in concrete mixtures to achieve specific strength and durability requirements.

Answer 10

Concrete mix class

Question 11

A class of concrete that has a strength of 4,000 psi or 28 MPa that is commonly used for bridges, high rise buildings, and prestressed concrete.

Answer 11

Class AA

Question 12

A class of concrete that has a strength of 3,500 psi or 24 MPa that is used in beams, columns, slabs, footings, or structural elements.

Answer 12

Class A

Question 13

A class of concrete that has a strength of 2,500 psi or 17 MPa that is used for footpaths, small structures, and non load bearing elements.

Answer 13

Class B

Question 14

A class of concrete that has a strength of 2,000 psi or 14 MPa that is used for concrete filling, base layers, and leveling before main concrete.

Answer 14

Class C

Question 15

A detailed document used in the construction industry that itemizes and quantifies the materials, labor, and other resources required for a construction project.

Answer 15

Bill of Quantities

Question 16

What are the main sections included in the bill of quantities?

Answer 16

Form of Tender
Information
Requirements
Pricing schedule
Provisional sums
Day works

Question 17

What are the five main components to be considered for the preparation of the Bill of Quantities?

Answer 17

1. Item description
2. Unit
3. Quantity
4. Rate per unit
5. Total amount

Question 18

_______________ for concrete works provides a detailed guideline on the materials workmanship construction methods and quality control measures required for concrete structures.

Answer 18

Specification writing

Question 19

All concrete work shall comply with_________ and __________ for structural integrity and durability.

Answer 19

ACI 318 and ACI 301

Question 20

General purpose cement for standard construction

Answer 20

Type I

Question 21

Moderate sulfate resistant cement for structures exposed to mild sulfate conditions

Answer 21

Type II

Question 22

High early strength cement for rapid construction needs

Answer 22

Type III

Question 23

Low heat cement for massive concrete structures

Answer 23

Type IV

Question 24

High sulfate resistant cement for severe sulfate exposure

Answer 24

Type V

Question 25

Figuring out how much all the stuff you need will likely cost

Answer 25

Cost estimation

Question 26

Deciding how much money you're willing to spend on building that project

Answer 26

Budgeting

Question 27

A type of costing methods that involves breaking down the cost of a concrete item or activity into its individual components such as materials, labor, equipment, and overhead

Answer 27

Rate Analysis

Question 28

A type of costing method that calculates the total cost by multiplying the quantity of concrete items by their respective unit cost

Answer 28

Unit cost estimation

Question 29

Includes wages, salaries, benefits, and payroll taxes paid to employees directly involved in production or supporting production

Answer 29

Labor cost

Question 30

Represents the cost of acquiring, maintaining, and operating machinery, tools, and other equipment needed for production, including depreciation, repairs, and energy consumption

Answer 30

Equipment cost

Question 31

The changes in material prices, supply and demand dynamics, and currency exchange rates

Answer 31

Market fluctuations

Question 32

Involves setting aside funds to cover and foreseen expenses or risk that may arise during the construction project

Answer 32

Contingency cost