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205.01/205.02 Basic Roof Design
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Architecture
11th Grade
06/02/2014

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Name the term that is a description of the angle of the roof that compaires the horizontal run and the vertical rise. the roof that campares the horizontal run and the vertical rise
Definition
Roof pitch/slope
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What type of roof offers the same simplicity and economical construction met hods as a flat roof without the drainage problem?
Definition
Shed
Term
What is the name of static or fixed weights of the structure itself?
Definition
Dead load
Term
What are the horizontal ties between rafters near the ridge to help resist the tendenct of the rafters to separate?
Definition
Collar ties/beams
Term
What roof type is similar to a gambrel roof with the angled lower roof on all four sides?
Definition
Mansard
Term
What covers the rafters and enclosing overhang?
Definition
Fascia
Term
What is the term for the internal corner formed between two interesting roof surfaces?
Definition
Valley
Term
What roof type has a lower level coverred with a steep surface connecting to the upper roof system with a slighter pitch?
Definition
Gambrel
Term
Name the part of the roof that extends out from the wall.
Definition
Cornice/eave
Term
What is the term for the extrior edge formed by two sloping roof surfices?
Definition
Hip
Term
What is a beam used to support the cornice/eave load?
Definition
Lookout
Term
What is the horizontal member of the roof used to resist outward spread of the rafters and provide a surfice on which to mount the finished ceiling?
Definition
Ceiling joist
Term
What is the inclined structural member of a roof system designed to support loads?
Definition
Rafter
Term
A manufactured unit that inculdes all ofthe members needed to perform the function of the rafters cieling joists, collars, and knees is the:
Definition
Truss
Term
What part of the roof overhang can be vented?
Definition
soffit
Term
Item number 4 in Figure D204.05.A is a:
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Rafter tail
Term
The purpose of a LOOKOUT in eave/vornice constructions is to:
Definition
Serve as nailer for wide soffits
Term
Item number 7 in Figure D204.05.A is a"
Definition
Pitch symbol
Term
A home build in an area that has large amounts of snow should have:
Definition
A high roof pitch
Term
What is the most frequently used roof style in North Carolina?
Definition
Gable
Term
Which item is considered a live load?
Definition
Snow
Term
Which requires the calculation of rise and run?
Definition
Roof pitch
Term
The advantage of using a roof truss as a compaired to conventional roof construction is that:
Definition
It allows for open planning
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Roof overhand ventilation is TYPICALLY located in the
Definition
Lookout
Term
Which roof slope produces the flattest roof?
Definition
3:12
Term
The soffit is nailed to the?
Definition
Lookout
Term
The vertical distance shown on a roof slope symbol is the:
Definition
Rise
Term
Which statement is trus about attic ventilation?
Definition
Vents reduce condensation in the winder
Term
What helps reduce the rafter span in the attic space?
Definition
Knee wall
Term
Which of the definitions below defines live load?
Definition
Fixed or moving weights that are not a part of the structure.
Term

What is the vertical masonry post used to support the floor system known as?

 

Definition
Pier
Term
Which of the definitions below defines "Drain tile"?
Definition
Black plastic with holes on half of its circumference
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Slab foundation system
Definition
Must have monolithic footing
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what is the actual thickness of 8" concrete block?
Definition
7-5/8"
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What is the actual size of 8" x 8" x 16" concrete masonry block?

 

Definition
7-5/8" x 7-5/8" x 15-5/8"
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What should be used to remove excess ground water from around the footing?
Definition
4" perforated drain pipe
Term
How deep should a footing be placed?
Definition
Below frostline
Term
The shape if a foundation wall makes a difference in its abilirt to resit
Definition
Lateral earth loads
Term
Which is an example of Deal Loads?
Definition
roof shingles
Term
What is the relationship between floor joists and double joists?
Definition
They run parallel to each other
Term
What do dashed lines drawn parallel to both sides of a foundation wall most likely represent?
Definition
Footing
Term
What determines the connnections between floor joists and the foundation plan?
Definition
Floor joists direction is shown on the foundation plan
Term
How would the correct note for a built up wooden girder read?
Definition
3-2 x 10 #2 SPF Girder
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What would the BEST note for a pier or column footing?
Definition
2'-0" x 2'-0" x 10" CONC PIER FOOT
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Floor joists legnth is determines by all of the following except:
Definition
Desnsity of eath supporting foundation
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